Careers & VET Information
Careers Corner
There are only two weeks to go before the end of a very interesting term. I hope that everyone is keeping safe and well.
Over the past three weeks we have had Holly Hambilton from Mid Coast Connect come and speak to the Year 12 students who are interested in an apprenticeship or traineeship post school. She has gone through the process of registering interest and what is needed to enable this pathway to happen. She spoke to all of Year 12 about the importance of having a good resume and cover letter and encouraged the students to do this no matter what pathway they take post school. Holly is a past St Clare’s student, and it was lovely to have her in to talk to the students. Thanks Holly!
Holly Hambilton from Mid Coast Connect (former St Clare’s student) talking to the students about the importance of resumes and cover letters
Year 12 have finished their Final Assessment tasks for the year! Well done everyone for the way in which you have approached this.
I would like to remind everyone to please check their emails. I am receiving a great deal of information about job vacancies, apprenticeships and traineeships. I have recently sent emails to Years 10, 11 and 12 with many different vacancies. If you would like some help with any of these applications, please email me. There are several positions across a wide range of careers. The information is also available in your respective Career Team OneNote spaces in the Content Library under Apprenticeships and Traineeships.
If you are interested in an Apprenticeship or Traineeship pathway, make sure that you look at the Careers Links, VERTO and Mid Coast Connect information that is in the OneNote.
I would like to highly recommend the Australian Apprenticeship App. It has excellent information and practice aptitude tests to see where you would best fit in industry.
There are several deadlines approaching for the Year 12 students who are considering a university pathway next year.
The cut-off for UAC applications at $73 is 30 September. After this date the cost of registering will rise to $220 so if you are thinking about a university pathway post school and you are in Year 12, please make sure that you have registered before 30 September. Do not forget to apply for SRS (Schools Recommendation Scheme) as soon as you have registered and check to see if you are eligible for EAS (Educational Advantage Scheme).
Early entry deadlines for many universities are also fast approaching. UNE, Southern Cross, Wollongong and the Sunshine Coast University all offer these programs so please have a look at these. Even if it is not your first choice, it can give you some options if you do not get into the course you want.
It has been very pleasing to have had interviews with many of the Year 12 students. Please do not hesitate to contact me to arrange a meeting so that we can go through your options.
Several universities are now offering One-on-One mentoring sessions (virtually) with students. The Year 12 students would be able to speak to a university student one-on-one and ask any questions they might have about any aspect of university life. Please check on each University website. There are also many Open Days – this is excellent as you can see what University life is like.
Please check out scholarships at the various universities and TAFE. There are several on offer including a regional TAFE scholarship. The Teach Rural and CSO Teaching Scholarship are up for grabs so if you are considering a teaching pathway post school please apply. You have to be in it to win it and have got nothing to lose by applying.
If you are considering a TAFE pathway, get on to the TAFE NSW website and have a look at the many courses they offer from short courses through various Certificates and Diplomas and Bachelor Degrees. You don’t need an ATAR for this pathway.
I am including a link to apply for a scholarship/grant run by the GLEF (Great Lakes Education Fund) which provides funds for anyone who wishes to study post school – TAFE, University or other provider. If you live in the Great Lakes area you may be eligible. Go to:
Applications close on 30 September.
Year 11 students are currently completing their final Preliminary Tasks. After this time some of them may be able to discontinue a subject. It is very important that if they are considering this, that they talk to their teachers, myself and Mrs Avery.
During the last week of term, the Construction and Hospitality students in Year 11 will be attending their compulsory Work Placement in various businesses throughout the Manning. This is the first part of their compulsory 70 Work Placement hours. A huge thank you goes out to the many local businesses who take our students for this very valuable experience.
The Year 10 students have now made their subject selections for 2023 and the process of working out the lines and classes is well under way. Thanks to Mrs Avery and Ms Posadas for their work on this.
Careers Association of Australia
Courses & Workshops for Students
Consider a Gap Year with the Department of Home Affairs in 2023: The Department of Home Affairs are offering a 12-month gap year to year 12 students graduating in 2022. The gap year will begin in February 2023 and positions will be based in Parramatta, NSW.
Contact entryprogramsandpathways@homeaffairs.gov.au for more information.
La Trobe University Bundoora Health Information Management: Offered as an undergraduate or a master's course.
opportunities across Australia. Contact: merilyn.riley@latrobe.edu.au or j.lee4@latrobe.edu.au for information about on-line and face-to-face options.
UNSW GIE Club is running a FREE biomedical engineering workshop in the school holidays! High school girls in Years 7 – 12 are invited to join the UNSW Biomedical Engineering Students’ Society (BESS) in-person workshop to design a navigation device for vision-impaired people in the afternoon of Monday 26 September. Places are limited to 30 and filling up. More info:
The Careers Guy 2021 Keynote speaker at the CAA Annual Conference, Adam Newman, has limited availability in term 4 for in school seminars. These sessions are in high demand and deliver practical and relatable career advice to senior students all around NSW via a modern multimedia delivery. Numerous 5-star Google reviews from both students and Careers Advisers and references available from other CA's. Please email Adam adam@thecareersguy.com
The University of Queensland Young Changemakers Program: Year 11 students are invited to apply for the UQ Young Changemakers Program, a 4-day on-campus experience which provides an inspiring opportunity for students to discover, learn and engage with UQ’s academic community and like-minded students. 27 - 30 November 2022, UQ St Lucia campus, Brisbane,
ACTA College is an RTO located in Liverpool NSW offering funded courses through Smart & Skilled in Construction and Trade related courses. ACTA College is currently taking enrolments for 2 Fee Free* Apprenticeship courses the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry and AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. Contact ACTA College on 1300 730 830.
National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) If you are passionate about a career in performing arts, NIDA offers courses in acting, costume, design, make-up, musical theatre, props, scenic construction, stage management and technical theatre. NIDA’s practical-based training and industry connections ensures graduates enjoy successful careers in theatre, dance, opera, events, tv and more. Apply before September 30.
ACU Year 12 Revision Webinars Join ACU for a series of free online webinars run by experienced Year 12 exam markers and assessors. They’ll guide you through how to respond to possible exam questions and offer plenty of tips and strategies along the way. Register now:
HSC Masterclasses - September Holidays: Sit for a day with an expert teacher to ACE your final HSC exams. Masterclasses are held for all major subjects at both UTS & Macquarie University in the upcoming September holidays. Read more at
or call 1300 677 336.
Internationally Educated is offering an online ACT practice test for students in years 9-11 on Saturday 17 September at 9am. Registration is essential and further details can be found at
The practice exam includes a personal score report and score review session with a test prep expert.
Course Changes & New Courses
Australian National Institute of Management and Commerce Applications are now open for entry to Bachelor of Laws at our School of Law. A small, inner city law school, located at South Eveleigh, in easy walking distance from Redfern Railway Station. The school offers a law program accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board (NSW). For all inquiries contact aslaw@imc.edu.au.
Information Session for Students & Parents
BiG Day in Newcastle - 26 October 2022 @ UON 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 inc. ACS, NIB, Mudbath, Wisetech Global, Defence & loads more. Tickets $10 for students
Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser RTO 90094 Weekly Information Evenings are held at 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. Contact amy@aabt.com.au or ph 0493450900
Sydney Design School Love interiors? Australia's award-winning interior design school is hosting an Info Session on Wednesday 7 September at 6pm. Find out more about their accredited interior design qualifications delivered on campus and online. Join them at Sydney Design School 2/40 Oxley St, St Leonards, Sydney 2065. Register to attend here
ACU Online Open Day 2022 If you need more information about choosing ACU, want to chat to staff about the courses ACU offer, then Open Day is for you. Join us online on Saturday 10 September 10am – 2pm. Register now:
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:
Western Sydney University Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Future Students can register now for Western’s Information Evening on 20 September, where they can learn about scholarships, services, and pathways. For more information and to register
Western Sydney University On 13 September, students can discover Western’s early offer and pathways programs, and explore how to apply for university and get an offer without ATAR, at the Discover Western Webinar. Learn more and register
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School – Open Day 8 October at the Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Open Day, in Leura, NSW. Discover how the world-class training can lead you to a successful career in hotel management. Experience campus tours and workshops, hear from speakers, enjoy lunch and chat with a Course and Careers Adviser. Register:
Western Sydney University HSC Study Session: Western will offer free online HSC study sessions delivered by qualified teachers, covering 14 subjects such as Chemistry, English, Maths and more, from 26 to 30 September. Find out more and register here:
Job & Work Experience for Students
STUDY AND WORK Participate in an Australian Traineeship Program to start your career as a Dental Assistant and get qualified with a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. Get paid above trainee award wages and enjoy other incentives, while you learn on the job. Please apply at:
Long Track Pantry 2023 Gap Year Applications Open - Have an adventure and learn hospitality skills in your gap year! We offer 6- and 12-month gap year placements. Accommodation available with flexible workdays and hours. Apply today!
or email careers@longtrackpanty.com.au for more information.
AFL Sports Ready Traineeship opportunities in the Arts! Arts Ready and the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia have two exciting traineeships available for First Nation peoples wanting to pursue a career in the Arts. For more information visit:
STUDY AND WORK have plenty of great casual jobs for students that can get them by without taking a toll on their studies! Other than the obvious money incentive, getting a job is a fantastic way to socialise, make new friends, and brush up on their soft skills. Please visit
Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways
ACU Veteran Entry Program An alternate entry pathway into your dream course, the ACU Veteran Entry Program is available to current and former serving members of the Australian Defence Force, as ACU as their partners, spouses, and children. Applications are now open and assessed on a rolling basis. Apply now:
ACU Guarantee closing 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 close 23 September 2022. Apply now:
Western Sydney University the College is the official pathway provider into Western. Current and non-current school leavers can apply now and until 17 October to start their University Foundation Studies or Diploma programs in Term 3 and guarantee a place at Western. Find out more
UOW College Pathways to the University of Wollongong: If university is the end goal for the person you are supporting, taking a different pathway to get there doesn't mean they will lose time and be left behind. UOW College offers Diplomas that provide guaranteed entry into the 2nd year of many UOW degrees. Explore pathways at
or email us at uowca-future@uow.edu.au
Traineeships, Cadetships, Apprenticeships - Information & Opportunities
Careers at Council Local Government is a great place for students and school leavers to start their career. A huge range of traineeships, apprenticeships and cadetships are available in councils across NSW. Visit Careers at Council
for more information and our Jobs Board
Master Builders Association of NSW are the heart of the building industry. Master Builders are here to help young people become a quality apprentice or trainee. Our 3-week entry level Pre-Apprenticeship training program provides an introduction into both the industry and a carpentry trade prior to commencing an apprenticeship. For further information go to our website
Master Builders Association of NSW are taking applications now for apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities in the Northern Beaches and Northern Sydney area. Master Builders have opportunities within multiple trades for all ages and entry levels. Suitable for those who have the commitment and drive to commence and complete an apprenticeship in the building and construction industry. For more information, please email careers@mbansw.asn.au.
Apprenticeship Engagement Forum (AEF) The Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service (AATIS) and AEF have produced 3 great videos featuring young women in non-traditional trades. Carpentry - Candace - Link:
Signs & Graphics - Chrissy - Link:
Painting & Decorating - Megan - Link:
Please come and see me if you would like to do Work Experience. We have had many students doing this over the past eight months and it is an excellent way to introduce yourself to a prospective employer.
Karen McCann
Careers/VET Adviser