Careers Corner

I hope that everyone is safe and well.  There is quite a bit of information in this edition of Careers Corner.

Year 12 – keep your heads up and take things one step at a time.  There is once again a huge amount of information about post-school pathways available.

Please keep checking your emails for apprenticeship/traineeship information, job vacancies and university information. I will be placing everything in our OneNote as well.

Holly Hambilton (ex-student) from Mid Coast Connect came in last Friday and will be coming in for the next two Fridays to go through the registration process for school leavers who are not thinking about a university pathway post-school.  Mid Coast Connect have an excellent school leaver support program and she will be talking about this.

If you are thinking about a University pathway, please register with UAC ($73 before the end of September, $200 after this time).  Please apply for as many Early Entry pathways as possible – the information is on each University website.  When you register on UAC, please apply for SRS as well.  There are several categories of EAS (Education Advantage Scheme) so you may qualify for one or more of these.  Come and see me to find out more or get some help.

Scholarships are beginning to open up for various universities, so please keep checking each university website.

Some of the major ones available are:

• Newcastle University – Ma and Morley
• Sydney University – E12
• UNSW – University Co-op Scholarship
• ANU – Tuckwell Scholarship 

There are thousands of dollars’ worth of scholarships which are not taken each year.  Apply! Apply! Apply!  This can be done as soon as they open up – once again, keep checking the websites!

The latest information from the CAA is as follows:

Course Changes & New Courses

University of Newcastle The University of Newcastle is thrilled to advise that the Bachelor of Biomedicine/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) will be offered at the Central Coast Clinical School, at the Gosford Campus in Semester 1, 2023. For Early Entry Law Scheme info, visit:

For degree info, visit:

Courses & Workshops for Students

UCAT NIE 12 Oct 2022 - UCAT, Interviews, Pathways into Medicine/Dentistry. NIE presenting a FREE webinar about UCAT, interviews, and pathways into medicine and dentistry. This is NOT an advertising seminar. The session is packed with invaluable information. Registration link:

Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser RTO 90094 For all aspiring Beauty therapist. Start your career in Beauty makeup Laser and learning Spa management. Courses commence every 3 months and run full time or Part time or through blended learning. Register for an Information sessions at one of the 3 Sydney locations below:

BiG Day In Newcastle - 26 October 2022 BiG Day In IT Careers Conference for students Yrs 9-12 @ University of Newcastle on 26 October 2022 – Speakers incl. Defence Force Recruiting, nib, Mudbath, WiseTech Global, TCS, Westpac & more talking about their careers & the future of technology. Loads of cool exhibitors. Tickets $10 for students

Coastal OHS Services White Card training on campus in NSW. SafeWork NSW approved. Highly experienced trainers who know how to keep your students engaged and teach them how to stay safe in the workplace. Call on 02 43823055 or email info@coastalohs.com.

The Lemon Car teaches students how to carry out a Vehicle Inspection [[TLI0002]] Accredited Course so they buy roadworthy cars. The session is for year 10 & 11 students. Call Mark on 0444528409 or email mark@thelemoncar.com.au.

MedEntry UCAT Prep 2 Pieces of Medical Interview Success Puzzle Medical Interview Strategy Day. Learn the strategies needed to succeed in a day long session with Dr Ray, Consultant Gastroenterologist with 20 years’ experience in medical interview training. Dates: 5, 11, 20 Nov, 8 December. Tailored Mock Interview: Practice with a full length, university-specific mock interview, and receive feedback.

TAFE NSW Schools Launchpad Schools Launchpad courses are a different way to think about school with a range of exciting virtually delivered TVET courses to help your students discover a passion or a career. Senior high school students can get a head start on their dream career with one of 20 courses that count towards their HSC and ATAR (upon successful completion) in 2023.

Charles Sturt University Open Day 2022 has kicked off! The team were abuzz after the last two weekend's Open Day at Charles Sturt. No questions were left unanswered – CSU covered it all! Accommodation, scholarships, course information and, of course, the typical Open Day festivities! Find your closest Charles Sturt campus and book:

Productivity Bootcamp is a free 8-week program arming young people (16+) with the skills and work ethic they need to become productive employees. Applications are now open for the next three teams commencing in September! Nowra - 5th September 2022 Campbelltown - 19th September 2022 Penrith/Quakers Hill - 21st September 2022 Call 0419 511 565 or email info@productivitybootcamp.com.au to apply!

Internationally Educated is offering an online ACT practice test for students in years 9-11 on Saturday 17 September at 9am. Registration is required and further details can be found at

The practice exam includes a personal score report and a score review session with a test prep expert.

UCAT NIE Attention medical and dental school applicants! An intensive Medical Interviews Preparation Workshop for students who received or expecting to receive an interview offer for the Undergraduate Medical and Dental Schools in Australia and New Zealand.

UCAT NIE UCAT Preparation Workshop (on-line) Attention Years 10 and 11: Head-start or continue UCAT Preparation! 9 Oct 2022 - LIVE ONLINE INTERACTIVE 25 January 2023 - In Sydney (Chatswood) To register:

TEL (02) 4367 0404 / MOB: 0412 439 115  / MOB: 0404 197 178 / enquiries@nie.edu.au.

Startups @ Schools Workshops by UTS (Syd Metro) & UoN (Hunter/Central Coast) Free 30-60min workshops for year 9-10 students that inspire interest in entrepreneurship. Held at your school (Syd Metro, Hunter, Central Coast) OR at UTS or Uni of Newcastle. UTS intro Entrepreneurship foundations and showcase student/community founders and their entrepreneurial experiences. Fill out this online form uts.ac/startupsatschooleoi or email aaron.ngan@uts.edu.au.

Stride Learning -J2S Training RTO code 90940 RSA/RCG OR BARISTA COURSES FOR YOUR STUDENTS-FULLY FUNDED . (Sept/Oct Holidays) Smart and Skilled funded courses in RSA/RCG OR Barista. Very limited places don't miss out click this link

to register your expression of interest (no commitment) or ph. Hank on 0409 276 224.

Information Session for Students & Parents

Bedford College Every day is Open Day at Bedford College! Call on 1300 174 174 or you can book through the website to set up a Campus Tour!

AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF BEAUTY DERMAL AND LASER RTO 90094 Weekly Information Evenings held at the 3 Sydney locations on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. Please register below to come for a tour and to hear all about your career opportunities studying Beauty Therapy Dermal and Laser.

The Women's College within The University of Sydney Learn how students are supported through their university studies with academic support while enjoying many cultural, sporting, and social activities at college on campus. Join Women's Online Evening, Tuesday 23 Aug, 5.30pm-6.30pm or Open Day, Sat 27 Aug, 10am - 3pm. Register here

ACAP Online information session (Discover ACAP). Join one of these sessions to hear about courses in coaching, counselling, criminology, management, psychology, or social work. Register at:

Engineers Australia New! QUICK CHATS – 7 Undergrads, 7 Engineers, 7 Mins!!  For Year 9-12, Parents & Teachers - series starts 30 August. Student-led live video chat sessions from 5 - 6.15pm every 2nd Tuesday. What ‘type’ of Engineer do you want to be? Which University? Deep dives into Civil, Mechanical, Electrical etc. The Future, Happening Now! EOI

Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School You're invited to attend the Open Houses at Waterloo Studios, Sydney. Tour the 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:

TAFE NSW Launch your Career in Auto & EV: Friday, 16 September, 10.00am – 10.45am Join as TAFE take a deeper dive into the rapidly changing automotive technology and electric vehicle industry as the world races to lower greenhouse gas emissions. Help skill the next generation and provide them with insights into careers using electric/hybrid technology, 5G integration and more.

The University of Notre Dame Australia The University of Notre Dame Undergraduate Information Session - Liverpool The University of Notre Dame Australia is holding an undergraduate information session at All Saints Catholic College, Liverpool Campus on Wednesday 31 August at 6 pm. This is an excellent opportunity for parents and students in Years 10-12 to learn about studying with The University of Notre Dame. Register:

The University of Notre Dame Australia Notre Dame University Australia is holding its annual Open Day on the Wednesday the 27th of August from 10 am – 3 pm. Join the university for an exciting day packed with opportunities for you to chat to the academics and current students about your study options and university life, participate in the prize draw and join campus tours! Register:

UCAT NIE 12 Oct 2022 - UCAT, Interviews, Pathways into Medicine/Dentistry.NIE presenting a FREE webinar about UCAT, interviews, and pathways into medicine and dentistry. This is NOT an advertising seminar. The session is packed with invaluable information. Registration link:

Job & Work Experience for Students

Grandshake Job Opportunity!!! | Partnership Manager | Hello, Career and Talent Leaders. Grandshake are inviting you to join on a growth journey - Grandshake are a rapidly maturing Brisbane-based SkillsTech company. Join and be part of a values-driven workplace that empowers people. Apply at:

Australian Academy of Beauty dermal and Laser RTO 90094 Work Experience available for all aspiring Beauty Therapists at our 3 Sydney Beauty colleges. Offering students, the opportunity to get hands on and enjoy a week of learning about what it is like being a Beauty therapist, makeup artist, Laser and Dermal specialist. Email: olivia@aabt.com.au to book your place today.

Code Camp Now hiring responsible and fun Year 11 and 12 students who want to work in the school holidays. Code Camp run fun tech-based school holiday programs for kids aged 5-13. No experience needed! Email the recruitment team at staff@codecamp.com.au with your name, DOB, why you are interested in this role and achievements that you are proud of and Code camp will be in touch!

AFL SportsReady HELP IMPROVE EMPLOYMENT OUTCOMES FOR YOUR FIRST NATION STUDENTS AFL SportsReady in partnership with the Commonwealth Bank, is currently recruiting several school-based traineeships for First Nation students who are going into year 11 in 2023, who are looking to pursue a career in banking/customer service. For more details:

Resources for Students

AATIS Save and find Australian Apprenticeships information easily by creating a new My Pathways Hub Account on AAPathways. The My Pathways Hub is great for use with students & job hunters to record their journey exploring different career pathways and is the perfect resource to save job and training descriptions in one place. Visit:

CareerHQ Are you looking for a resource that helps prepare your students for conversations around preferences and subject selection? The CareerHQ Compass is here to help. In one lesson this online career tool will engage your students in constructing their own careers shortlist while exploring their interests and skills. Register for your free site at:

Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways

Charles Sturt University Charles Sturt Advantage early offer program final 2022 round the final round for the Charles Sturt Advantage is open. Thousands of offers have been received by some very excited Year 12 students already. Students can apply by 4 September 2022 and receive an offer by late September. For more info:

Western Sydney University Western recognises all students’ potential and offers a range of alternative entry pathways which consider additional factors besides academic results. Learn more about Music Audition, Industrial Design and Visual Communications Interviews here:

Western Sydney University Western offers $25 million in scholarships every year through a wide variety of scholarships recognising academic excellence, community involvement and leadership skills. Scholarships are also available for motivated students experiencing disadvantage. Find out more:

Western Sydney University Western welcomes serving, exiting and reservist ADF personnel. As part of Western’s commitment to equity and diversity, these students are offered bonus points that recognise their service and unique skills, and a range of services to support their experience and academic success

Year 10 should have made subject choices for 2023 this week via Compass.  As soon as this has been completed, the students will need to print a copy, get it signed by a parent or caregiver, bring it into school and place it in the box on Mrs Avery’s desk in her office.

There are many different subjects on offer and some of these include VET subjects.

We offer three VET courses at St Clare’s at the moment, and these are Construction, Hospitality and Sports Coaching. We have been very fortunate especially with Construction to end up with several fulltime apprenticeships after the students have completed their compulsory Work Placement.  I have been sent the following regarding VET in Years 11 and 12.

Some interesting information about VET in Years 11 and 12

If you are thinking about Work Experience, please come and get the paperwork from me.

Stay safe and well.

Karen McCann
Careers/VET Adviser