Careers & VET Information
Careers Corner
The end of Term 2 is at hand and so we are half-way through the year. The students and teachers are very much looking forward to the holidays.
There is a Careers OneNote for students in Years 10, 11 and 12. Have a look at this as there may be information about something you would like to do post school and have not considered.
I will continue to bombard the students with emails as soon as I receive relevant information. So PLEASE check your emails carefully so that you don’t miss out on an opportunity if it becomes available.
Next term on Thursday, 28 July all students in Years 10, 11 and 12 will be travelling by bus to Fotheringham Park to walk through the first Taree Career Quip. This event is subsidised by RIEP (Regional Industry Education Partnerships). Early next term the students will receive a note with more precise details. At this stage, Year 12 will be attending during Period 1, Year 11 during Period 2 and Year 10 during Period 4. This is a fantastic opportunity for the students to get information on a huge range of post school career pathways. There will be local industry and businesses, TAFE, Universities, Defence Force Recruiting and Apprenticeship providers all with information for the students. Parents are more than welcome to attend and a list of exhibitors can be found here:
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 (if not your first choice) as a back-up if you don’t get your first choice.
University scholarships have begun to open up 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.
Elizabeth Argue from UNE came to talk to the students on Tuesday, 21 June and had a great deal of information about university post school pathways. Many thanks go to Elizabeth for coming in to talk to the students.
We continue to have local industry visits courtesy of Erin Lute at RIEP. Our latest visit was from Helen and her beautiful dogs (Therapy Dogs Diva Pets). Charles and Molly stole the show, and the photos speak for themselves. There are quite a few post school pathways associated with this industry. Thank you, Helen!
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.
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.
I would also like to encourage those Year 12 students who are applying for University to register on UAC ($73 before 30 September and $200 after this date) if they have not already done so. 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.
Thanks to the CAA for the following information:
CAA News
Courses & Workshops for Students
Discover ACU Students can join us for the free Discover ACU events to get a taste of university life before enrolling in uni. Students can choose an interactive workshop from their degree of choice, meet staff and current students, explore their local campus and get helpful tips on preparing for university. Registrations open:
Youthsafe Risk & Safety school sessions Youthsafe offers interactive, class-size risk & safety sessions (40-60 mins) or larger group presentations. Areas of focus include safety re transitioning to workplaces and driver/passenger behaviour:
To find out more contact Lynn Hopgood 0491 675 485.
ACU Online has been specifically designed for online learning and provides you with personalised support whenever you need it. ACU are currently offering a range of postgraduate courses in the fields of nursing, business, health and IT. Plus the undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce course is fully online. Find out more:
MedEntry UCAT Prep Final UCAT Prep events by MedEntry: Dr Ray, Gastroenterologist at Monash Health delivers a 4-Day UCAT Workshop commencing 3 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.
HSC July Trial Preparation Lectures Held at UTS & Macquarie University, these holidays lectures have proven to increase student knowledge, skills and confidence in the lead up to the exams. Hear from the most qualified and experienced HSC teachers in NSW in 18 of the most popular subjects. Read more at
The Lemon Car The Lemon Car is taking bookings for term 3 and 4 Email mark@thelemoncar.com.au or call Mark on 0444528409.
La Trobe University Health Information Management, Bachelor of: Study on-line or blended learning. Includes placements in industry. Learn Anatomy & physiology; Health informatics; Health data analysis; Health classification and clinical coding; Management of health information systems; Health Information ethics and law. Contact Jenn Lee j.lee4@latrobe.edu.au.
UNSW Girls in Engineering (GIE) Club is running a FREE electronics workshop in the school holidays! High school girls in Years 7 – 12 are invited to join the UNSW Electrical Engineering Society (ELSOC) online workshop to learn about circuit design in the afternoon of Monday 4 July. Places are limited to 30 and filling up. Please note the morning in-person session is waitlisted. More info:
Academy of Interactive Entertainment Career in Games & Film, Industry Experience Day at Academy of Interactive Entertainment Friday 15th of July Learn about the local and international games and film industries from the experts! Free practical workshops in 3D Art, Animation, Programming, Game Design and Film for Years 10-12 students. Rego required. RSVP at
Charles Sturt University HSC Study Days are inviting Year 12 students to our Wagga Wagga and Bathurst campuses to attend our HSC Study Days 5, 6 and 7 of July 2022. The event will be run by HSC markers and are designed to improve knowledge and exam confidence for students heading into their HSC trial exams. Book here:
iCanMed Free June UCAT Webinars for Year 10-11 Students: Achieving medical/dental entry requires top scores in UCAT, ATAR & interviews - but preparing for all 3 assessments in Yr 12 is almost impossible due to the workload. This webinar will explain what Yr 10-11 students can do now to best set themselves up for Yr 12 (+ live step-by-step UCAT teaching). Register:
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
Please view attached brochures below for more information.
Course Changes & New Courses
ACU Online has been specifically designed for online learning and provides you with personalised support whenever you need it. ACU are currently offering a range of postgraduate courses in the fields of nursing, business, health and IT. Plus the undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce course is fully online. Find out more:
Information Session for Students & Parents
Macquarie University Watch on-demand sessions online that cover important topics such as Macquarie University's year 10 subject selection, Year 12 Information Session, and How to Apply to Macquarie Leaders and Achievers early entry scheme workshop. Register to watch these on demand here:
AIT - Academy of Information Technology Join AIT at the free virtual Industry Speaker Series events: 5 July, 6pm - Games Mastermind Presented by Red Cartel, Plastic Wax & Wargaming 12 July, 6pm - VFX Mastertalk Presented by Industrial Light & Magic 13 July, 6pm - Industry Insights Presented by Plastic Wax, Viskatoons, Alt VFX, Made Up Stories & APDG LEARN FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS! Reg:
Western Sydney University Parents and carers of senior high school students are invited to join Western online on 18 August at 6pm to find out relevant information to help guide their child in making those big decisions about their future when it comes to university. Find out more and register
The Scots College Scots Agricultural Careers Expo' will be held on Monday 18 July between 4pm and 8pm. Victoria Road, Bellevue Hill 2023 Students interested in food, agri-economics and protecting the environment then join the free expo. Exhibitors include: Domestic universities, AgriWebb, Paraway Pastoral Company, Hay Inc Recruitment, Anna Brown Recruitment, New GAP Year.
TAFE NSW Information Sessions TAFE NSW can help your students discover the skills they need, for the job they want. Students can explore career options, connect to industry expert teachers and tour state-of-the-art facilities. Registrations are mandatory.
Charles Sturt University Open Day 2022 Are you and your students ready to check out Charles Sturt? From course information sessions to campus tours – Open Day will showcase what Charles Sturt is all about! Future students can get a real look at what we offer, while joining in the festivities of Open Day. Registrations are now open, book here:
Sydney Quantum Academy is holding a Quantum Open Day on Thursday 7 July. To hear how you can study your way into a career in the fast-growing quantum technology industry at four of Australia’s top universities – Macquarie University, UTS, University of Sydney and UNSW Sydney, register now:
Resources for Students
iCanMed Free Student Guide (Jun 2022 Edition): Know the Answer to Any Question about Medical/Dental Entry This newly updated 72-page guide answers 45 of the most common questions by students/parents, plus 18 they should ask but don't, & also includes key dates & 2023 entry criteria for all direct-entry med/dent programs. Students can download a free copy here:
Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways
ACU Ramsay Western civilisation scholarship Eligibility criteria for the Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) scholarship has changed. Students who have now completed Year 12 in the past three years are now also eligible to apply. View current criteria:
ACU Guarantee opening date Guarantee your place at ACU before your Year 12 exams. ACU Guarantee offers eligible Year 12 students a place at ACU based on their Year 11 results. Applications open Monday 18 July 2022. Apply now:
ACU Ramsay Western Civilisation Scholarship Eligibility criteria for the Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) scholarship has changed. Students who have now completed Year 12 in the past three years are now also eligible to apply. View current criteria:
Western Sydney University HSC True Reward is for Year 12 students completing their HSC and provides an early offer into Western based on their Year 11 or 12 results, instead of a scaled ATAR. Follow the link and search the Year 11 and 12 subject requirements for the 2023 HSC True Reward program
Western Sydney University Registrations are open for Western’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program. The next assessment round for this alternative entry pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is on 24 and 25 August. Visit
Woman & Leadership Australia Women & Leadership Australia (WLA) work with hundreds of Australian associations and professional bodies to increase awareness and action around gender equity. Through the Industry Partnership Framework, woman in leadership can continue to create meaningful opportunities for women leaders across the country. Scholarships of $1000-$5000 per person are available for women in the Education, Training and Development Sector To encourage more women to increase their impact at work and step into leadership roles across the Education, Training and Development Sector, WLA is offering scholarships for four leadership development courses. Apply by 9 September or find out more by clicking here:
Crown Institute of Higher Education (CIHE) EARLY ENTRY PROGRAM: Apply for a full or partial scholarship to help you on your university journey. Local year 12 students will be assessed on Year 11 results & can secure early entry. Apply by downloading the application form:
Send your results to domestic@cihe.edu.au. Scholarships will be assessed based on merit.
Traineeships, Cadetships, Apprenticeships - Information & Opportunities
AG Career Start Want to earn and learn in a Gap Year here in Australia? Have a look at the AG Career Start program offered by the National Farmers Federation for a gap year with a difference.
Study Work Grow Know where the opportunities are? Study Work Grow searches HUNDREDS of sources each week to discover Cadetships, Traineeships, and Apprenticeships news - but study work gow also publish them in the NEW online database for schools to use. With industry and location search features, there's lots to check out. Take a look:
Other News
Western Sydney University The Blueprint Business Idea Competition is an initiative of Western’s School of Business to encourage Year 10 students to pursue a new business idea that solves a customer problem. Find out more about the competition and prizes here
Applications for the Rural Experience Program are now open. Experienced casual, temporary and permanent NSW Department of Education teachers are invited to apply for the opportunity to complete a short-term placement in a rural or remote NSW public school in 2023. Apply now via:
Year 10 Subject Selection Process
Year 10 students will soon begin their mentoring and subject selection process and have been given access to their Year 10 Careers OneNote through their Year 10 Careers Team. It is very important that each student look at their strengths, passions and what they like when considering subject choices. Students will be working through a booklet regarding this.
There is also a UAC guide in the Content Library - students who think they might be interested in a University pathway post school will receive a hard copy which shows various university courses and their requirements as well as a 10 Step Guide to making choices for Year 11. Information about TAFE and other pathways has also been provided. If any student is unable to access this OneNote, please come and see me.
If any Year 10 student would like to do a “TVET” course throughout 2023 and 2024, they need to come and see me to get an expression of interest form. I have 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. These courses incur a cost and this depends 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 4units 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 EOI forms are due back to Mrs McCann (Mrs Avery) by Thursday, 13 August to be considered and a deposit of $300 is due by the end of Term 3.
Work Experience is available for students and provides an insight into various careers. Please come and see me if you are interested in this.
I am happy to meet with anyone who has questions. 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 (6552 3300) or email karen.mccann@mn.catholic.edu.au.
Karen McCann
Careers/VET Adviser