Careers & VET Information
Careers Corner
The end of Term 2 is fast approaching and there is a great deal of information available on the many different post school pathways. The Year 12 students are hopefully looking at their post school options and are being urged to complete resumes and cover letters as well as applying for as many different courses as possible.
Over the coming weeks I will be attending information days on industry pathways and tertiary education pathways. I am looking forward to passing on this information to the students.
I would like to encourage students and parents to check the relevant Year Group Careers Team OneNote each week for updated information on Apprenticeships, Traineeships, Scholarships and University Open days. The Job Jump section has a wealth of information about all things Careers as well. Please make it a regular weekly occurrence to check the information here.
I will be bombarding students with emails. So PLEASE check your emails carefully so that you don’t miss out on an opportunity if and when it becomes available. I am constantly being made aware of job vacancies in many different areas and email these out to the students as soon as I receive them.
Next term on Thursday, 28 July there will be a “Careers Quip” here in Taree. I am hoping that all of Years 10, 11 and 12 will go to this. There will be many different exhibitors at this event, all with post school employment information. It will be an excellent opportunity to see what is available. Details will be forthcoming in the next few weeks.
Early Entry 2023
Several universities are now open for early entry and several of these universities have their early entry separate from UAC. UNE, Southern Cross and Charles Sturt have various pathways and are worth considering. Please make sure that you have a Plan A, Plan B and Plan C!
There is a PowerPoint with information about this in the Year 12 Careers OneNote with a summary of Early Entry 2023 for Year 12 2022 students.
University/TAFE Scholarships
University scholarships will begin to open up over the coming months and some have already, so if you want to choose that pathway it is very important to keep checking university websites.
APPLY, APPLY APPLY!
Many scholarships go “untaken”. You have to be in it to win it and have nothing to lose by applying.
There are also quite a few TAFE scholarships available in different areas. I can’t stress enough the importance of looking on the appropriate websites.
UCAT
Those who have registered for the UCAT can access practice papers either on the UCAT website or other websites such as NIE. Be aware that most of these other websites charge money for the papers and workshops. If anyone needs assistance with this, please come and see me.
UAC
I would also like to encourage those Year 12 students who are applying for University to register with UAC ($73 before 30 September and $200 after this date). Once you have done this you can apply for SRS (Schools Recommendation Scheme). As students of St Clare’s, you automatically get the EAS consideration for being a student at a disadvantaged school and don’t have to apply for this. There are also various other forms of disadvantage so if you think you qualify for any of these come and see me and we will go through the application process.
Year 11 2023 Subject Selection
Year 10 students will be beginning their subject selection process and have been given access to their Year 10 Careers OneNote through their Year 10 Team. It is very important that each student look at their strengths, passions and what they like when considering subject choices and to this end work through the booklet which they will be given a hard copy of during some of their Period 1 sessions each week. It will also be in the Content Library of the OneNote. Students can copy this into their own section of the OneNote and fill it in or keep using the hard copy. There will also be a UAC guide in the Content Library which shows various university courses and their requirements as well as a link to a “subject compass” to help in making choices for Year 11. Information about TAFE and other pathways will also be provided. If any student is unable to access this OneNote, please come and see me.
The mentoring sessions will begin soon and of course there will be an information evening for the students and parents regarding 2023 and beyond. The date and time will be confirmed in the coming weeks.
Year 11 2023 TVET Course
If any Year 10 student would like to do a “TVET” course throughout 2023 and 2024, they will need to come and see me to get an expression of interest form once I have received these from TAFE. This should happen within the next couple of weeks. Next year TAFE are offering several online TVET subjects and I will be providing more information regarding this in the coming weeks. I will put a booklet in the Team OneNote which outlines the courses available for next year. Students attend TAFE one day a week and school four days a week. This usually occurs on a Friday, however over the past couple of years Electrotechnology has run on a Wednesday.
There is a cost associated with these courses. Most of the courses cost up to $3500 depending on the course. The Catholic Schools Office will subsidise these courses, however parents are expected to contribute $300 per unit per year.
Most of the courses are 2 units per year which means parent contribution is $600 per year.
THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN THINKING ABOUT TVET/VET:
- Some EVET courses are 4 units x 1 year. This means there is a bigger workload over the year and a parent contribution of $1200 for the year.
- Some courses have the option of an HSC Exam, others don’t. This is written on the information sheets available for each course.
- If a student wishes to gain an ATAR, then only 2 units can be Category B Board Developed. Only one subject can be done in this area (EVET/VET).
- If a student does not wish to gain an ATAR, then more than one Category B (Board Developed) or Board Endorsed subject can be done.
- Work missed at school has to be caught up.
- Compulsory Work Placement means a week out of school (35 hrs per year) each year for each 2 units. If the first year is missed, then the 70 hrs have to be made up in the second year. If the course is 4 units x 1 Year, then 70 hours of Work Placement is necessary.
- If a student does an EVET course and a VET course that means 70 hrs per year Work Placement.
The latest information from the CAA is as follows:
Courses & Workshops for Students
UCAT NIE UCAT Preparation Workshop (on-line) Attention Year 10-12:Head-start or continue UCAT Preparation! 5 May 2022 - LIVE ONLINE INTERACTIVE 18 June 2002 - In Sydney (Chatswood) To register:
TEL (02) 4367 0404 / MOB: 0412 439 115 / MOB: 0404 197 178 / enquiries@nie.edu.au.
UCAT NIE Medical School Entry Interview Preparation Attention Year 11-12! Considering a career in medicine or dentistry? If so, then you should starting your medical interview preparation now. Don't miss! August workshop dates are nearly full.
Ph: (02) 4367 0404 / mob: 0404 197 178 / 0412 439 115 www.nie.edu.au.
Le Cordon Bleu is opening doors to high school students in Years 11 & 12, to see inside one of the world’s leading culinary and hospitality institutions to provide you with global industry insight! Meet Le Cordon Bleu chefs, hear from industry professionals, discover what Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts programmes involve and experience hands-on cookery classes Click Here to view more.
University of New England UNE is Australia’s first fully online music provider, where your students can advance their music study by working with leading experts, outstanding industry partners, and access the latest online teaching technologies to enhance their musical skills and knowledge in both classical and contemporary genres. To explore this opportunity further, please visit:
MedEntry UCAT Prep Final UCAT Prep events by MedEntry: Dr Ray, Gastroenterologist at Monash Health delivers a 4-Day Workshop commencing 9 July which covers all 5 UCAT subtests, interviews, entry process etc. Intensive UCAT grinds begin on 25 June. MedEntry is the trusted Medical Entry preparation institution in Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and the United Kingdom.
InspirationED Free ACE the HSC Lectures - July Holidays. Hear from HSC expert Dr Bruce Dennett on how you can achieve your best in the term 3 exams (Year 11 & 12). Dr Dennett will outline effective preparation, essential tips and tricks during exams and how to maintain motivation. Held on campus at UTS & Macquarie University. To book your place:
Southern Cross University is hosting an event for any students in Year 12 who are interested in studying at the National Marine Science Centre or The Hotel School. The event will be on June 17th in Coffs Harbour. For more information or to register your interest please email ellen.fleeton@scu.edu.au.
Western Sydney University Book a School Visit from Western Sydney University. Western staff, and current and former students deliver presentations tailored for years 10, 11 and 12 about scholarships, early entry, alternative pathways to uni, campus life, the range of inspiring courses available and so much more. Book now at
Charles Sturt University EngFest is happening on our Bathurst campus! EngFest will showcase our world-class engineering facilities and what the future of engineering looks like. Attendees will hear from leading industry professions and see how the next generation of engineers will transform the world. Book a spot:
Information Sessions for Students & Parents
Sydney Design School Love interiors? Sydney Design School is hosting an Information Session Friday 17 June 1pm. Join them at Sydney Design School 2/40 Oxley St, St Leonards, Sydney 2065. Register to attend online at sydneydesignschool.com The next intake for their accredited career courses is July 2022 or January 2023.
Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School You're invited to attend the open houses at Waterloo Studios, Sydney. Tour our state of the art Film & TV studio and learn why Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School offer the most practical, hands on accredited programs in Australia. To register, please click on the following link:
BiG Day In @ UTS - Wednesday 22 June 2022 BiG Day In IT Careers Conference for Years 9-12 @ UTS on 22 June 2022 – Speakers incl. Microsoft, Animal Logic, Technology One, WiseTech Global, Westpac, Adobe, Swyftx, Avanade Australia & more talking about their careers & the future of technology. Loads of cool exhibitors including Westpac, Microsoft, UTS, WiseTech Global, ACS, Adobe, Unis & more. Tickets $10pp
BiG Day In Newcastle - 10 August at UON BiG Day In IT Careers Conference for students Years 9-12 @ UON on Wednesday 10 August 2022 – Speakers incl. nib, Mudbath, WiseTech Global, Avanade Australia & more talking about their careers & the future of technology. Loads of cool exhibitors Tickets $10 for students
UNSW Sydney Year 12 Degrees and Scholarships Information Evenings, June 21 & 23, please feel free to register here:
Technical Services Transport for NSW Are you looking for exciting engineering opportunities with Transport for NSW where you can gain paid full-time work and Nationally accredited qualifications either through TAFE or Western Sydney University College? Then please contact TSELTPGovernance@transport.nsw.gov.au for more information about the currently offered courses.
SEDA Group Partners with elite sporting organisations to deliver a one-year dual Diploma in Sport & Business. The Sport & Business Program provides year 12 graduates the opportunity to study in a practical, applied learning environment and gain hands-on experience in the sports industry. Register and learn more about the Sydney FC and Western Sydney Wanderers programs at
University of Newcastle Pathways to Uni Webinar - 21 June - 6pm. Join UNE as the Pathways and Academic Learning Support staff share the ins and outs of the Pathways into university. UNE will cover Open Foundation, NUPrep Bridging and the support you will receive as a Pathways student. Register here:
CQUniversity | Open Day Online Chat Session - Thursday, 28 July 3pm (AEST) CQ Open Day Online Chat Session is a great opportunity to chat directly with the CQ expert staff about courses, student support services, scholarships, pathways, or anything else you'd like to know about studying with CQUniversity. If your students have questions about future study options whether it's TAFE or university, we are here to help. Register at
UTS Upcoming events at UTS – Applying to UTS For students and parents, join UTS on 2 July 2022 for CQ Applying to UTS information session. Find out about different application options, including applying through UAC, the UTS Early Entry Program and pathway options. Students will also get a chance to ask UTS staff their questions. Register:
AIT - Academy of Information Technology Academy of Information Technology (AIT) will be at the Western Sydney Careers Expo 2022, Thu 23 – Sunday 26 June 2022, 9am - 3pm. Learn about AIT courses in Animation, Games Development, Film Making, 3D Design, and Mobile App Development and talk with advisers about study options and career paths. See AIT's Upcoming Events page for further details:
The University of Sydney E12 Early Offer and Scholarship Webinar The E12 scheme gives students from regional/rural schools, those from low socio-economic areas or experiencing financial hardship, a chance to get an early conditional offer, gain entry with a lower ATAR score and receive a $5950 scholarship. Join USYD on Tuesday 21 June 6pm - 7pm. Register here -
Jobs & Work Experience for Students
AFL SportsReady Right now, AFL SportsReady has loads of great opportunities, with amazing employers like Netball NSW, Lawrence and Hanson, Accenture, Motorola and more. Please share the Job’s Board with any of your 2022 school leavers that may be interested in kick starting their career through a traineeship. Visit the jobs board now -
Letz Live Missed out on a UK Gap Year? Applications are still open for our Camp Assistant UK Gap Year programme starting in March/April 2023.
Resources for Students
UCAT NIE UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS - Medicine / Dentistry Students who will be applying to medical and dental schools this year can find tips in relation to their Medical School Applications via the following link:
For details about Interviews, University Applications, UCAT and available preparation resources visit nie.edu.au or call 1300 974 187.
HighSchoolNotes.com.au HighSchoolNotes is Australia's newest marketplace for highschool students to share homemade notes for free! Free & paid sets of notes are available. High School Notes aim is to add an extra channel of learning by linking current students to top high school graduates from different schools in each state. Strictly students own notes-no essays/Q&A etc Students can find study notes at
Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways
Teach NSW Do you have high-achieving students who are interested in teaching as a career? The NSW Department of Education offers fantastic scholarship opportunities for HSC students who are planning to study an initial teacher education course in 2023. Applications for the 2022 scholarship intake open soon, subscribe to be notified.
Whitehouse Institute of Design Australia WHITEHOUSE has now opened Early Entry for a February 2023 commencement for the Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design OR Interior Design OR Creative Direction and Styling. Further information for Year 12's is available via
WHITEHOUSE is again offering the largest design scholarship in Australia through
UTS Introducing the 2023 UTS Early Entry Program UTS Early Entry Program – Edge are back. Open to local and onshore international Year 12 students, applicants are assessed on their Year 11 results, and can secure a place at UTS before their final Year 12 exams. Applications are direct to UTS and will open on 15 June 2022. Find out more here:
University of Technology Sydney (UTS) - Bachelor of Accounting Co-op Scholarship Program Round 2 applications for the UTS BAcc Co-op Scholarship Program will open on 1 August. Early closing date of 14 October. Online applications:
For more information, kindly email carin.alberts@uts.edu.au.
Traineeships, Cadetships, Apprenticeships - Information & Opportunities
Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service (AATIS) AATIS, in partnership with Melbourne Apprenticeship Disability Network (MADN), proudly bring you a series of blog posts and resources to support those living with a disability, to understand Australian Apprenticeships and how they can be a viable pathway for all Australians. To read the blog series, visit:
Other News
JMC Academy Canvas Art Award - 2D and 3D art competition. Students need to interpret the brief and include the motif of a yellow umbrella. Entries close 17th July 2022. For more details go to
Western Sydney University Save the date, registrations will open soon. Western Open Day on Sunday 14 August 2022 is your chance to discover everything Western has to offer. Explore presentations and student panels, meet academics, and current students and find out all about Western's early offer pathway, HSC True Reward. Visit:
Western Sydney University Sydney University will be providing useful information about courses and services available to help students achieve their Unlimited Potential at the Western Sydney Careers Expo, Thursday 23 - Sunday 26 June 2022, in Olympic Park. Find out more about Western
Western Sydney University Year 12 students can now apply for their course preferences directly through the Western Portal for free. Find out more information about scholarships, pathways and more. Visit:
A reminder to those students who might be interested in Work Experience to come and see me and collect the necessary paperwork.
I am happy to meet with anyone who has questions regarding Careers and/or TVET. The students can write their names in one of the “white spaces” on the timetable on my office door and I can be contacted by phone (02 65523300) or email karen.mccann@mn.catholic.edu.au .
Karen McCann
Careers/VET Adviser