WADE HIGH SCHOOL CAREERS

At Wade High we aim to help students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to make well informed career decisions and self manage their career pathway.

The Careers Adviser's role includes:

1. Providing Career Education programs- timetabled Careers lessons for Years 10 and 12
2. Providing the Study Skills Program to Year 11 students.
3. Providing Enterprise Learning activities such as Australian Business Week.
4. Providing workplace learning experiences such as Year 10 Work Experience and Industry visits.
5. Taking students to Tertiary Experience days, for example, University of Wollongong Experience Day, La Trobe Open Day, TAFE Open Day and Taste of TAFE day.
6. Display and distribution of documents, booklets and publications from universities, private colleges and TAFE.
7. Keeping students and parents informed of current information regarding careers, applications, scholarships, traineeships, cadetships etc via the Wade Way newsletter, daily notices and the Careers pages on this website.
8. Individual assistance with applications, resumes, subject selection etc.
9. Tax File Number applications.
10. Organising the Year 12 Mentor Program where staff volunteer to assist individual students to prepare for the demands of the HSC.

 

For further information contact the Careers Adviser, Mrs Anna Bergamin.

Phone: 02 69624022
Fax: 02 69641457
Email: anna.bergamin@det.nsw.edu.au

CHOOSING A CAREER

Choosing a career that best suits you can be a difficult process. It is important that you explore all avenues available and gather as much information as possible. Wade High organises many activities throughout the year to assist in this process, as outlined in the Wade High School Careers News page of this website. The Careers Room also has an extensive range of resources related to careers and training options.

The best way to research a career is to read widely, talk to people and ask questions. To research a career, begin with the broad industry, familiarise yourself with the occupations in that industry, then focus on specific occupations or jobs within that industry which interest you and which you may like to pursue as a career. For example:

• Decide on the industry e.g. Health
• Find the range of jobs available in the Health Industry
• Identify a specific occupation e.g. Nursing
• Explore this occupation further to see if there are any particular specialisations, e.g.Paediatric Nursing.

 

The bullet posters in the hallway outside the Careers Room will help you identify occupations within specific subject areas.

You can find information on occupations from a variety of sources:

• The Internet
• Careers advisers
• Career expos/tertiary days
• Training and education providers
• Industries and employers
• Libraries
• Government departments
• Professional associations
• Yellow pages
• Newspapers, magazines, journals

The following websites are valuable sources of information and give a guide to what is available online. The best site to start with is My Future:

MY FUTURE

With My Future you can get advice about careers, training and study in Australia. You can log on to a personalised tour of the site and gather information at your own pace. There are links, statistics, news, articles and events.
www.myfuture.edu.au
If you go to the "Facts" section you can search individual occupations and find an enormous amount of information.

WIRL

WIRL segments cover a range of careers and industries. These segments are generally 4-5 minutes in length and cover issues like: What is good about the career, what is hard, what an average day is like, what future pathways exist and what a young person needs to do to move into this area. These segments are based on young practitioners with whom students can identify.
Visit the website at http://www.wirl.com.au/ and use the school password to access the segments.

CAREER ADVICE AUSTRALIA

Career Advice Australia is an Australian Government initiative that provides a comprehensive national career development and transition support system for all Australians aged 13 to 19 years.
http://www.careeradviceaustralia.gov.au/

CAREER FACT SHEETS

At this site you will find fact sheets for a variety of careers that include information about tasks you may perform in that career, training options, what training may involve, where you can do your training and links to other useful websites.
www.ibsa.org.au/content/careers/index.html#bus_serv

BEYOND THE HSC

A NSW Department of Education and Training site developed in conjunction with Charles Sturt University.
http://hsc.csu.edu.au/beyond

LEAVING SCHOOL

Another NSW Department of Education and Training site.
www.schools.nsw.edu.au/leavingschool

CAREERS ONLINE

At Careers Online get help with career planning, employment and job search.
http://www.careersonline.com.au/index.html

JOB JUICE

A Commonwealth Government Initiative, Jobjuice provides you with information on career, training and job opportunities. You can take the Career Quiz to find out what job suits you, identify the skills that you need to get that job in Job Explorer, search Job Outlook to explore different industries and find information on wages and conditions at WageNet. Jump into Australian Training to locate a course that will help you get the job you want and Volunteer Search can help you to gain work experience.
www.jobjuice.gov.au

JOB GUIDE

The online version of the Job Guide (available in hard copy for the Careers Room) may help if you are still undecided about what you want to do. It is very easy to use and provides heaps of information on a huge variety of potential careers.
http://jobguide.dest.gov.au/

THE CAREER PATH with Karen Murray

Karen is a Careers Adviser who presents a regular morning segment on ABC Local Radio giving advice about university options, TAFE links, interview tips, apprenticeships, etc. Her interviews can be pod cast from the ABC website.
http://www.abc.net.au/riverina/audio.htm

YEAR 12 WHAT NEXT

When job searching, don't forget that employers are not only looking for specialised or technical skills, they are also very interested in your employability skills and personal attributes. You may be surprised how many employability skills you have already. For example, just by going to school, playing sport, or using computers you have probably gained communication, team work and problem-solving skills. For more information on employability skills visit:
www.year12whatnext.gov.au
This website brings together a range of information about the training options available to school leavers through an Australian Apprenticeship, University, TAFE and other registered training providers. It tells you where the jobs are and what skills are in demand, how to gain practical experience through volunteer work and the value of post-school education and training.

SCHOOL TO WORK

Parents and community play a key role in young people's career decision making. This website will give you up-to-date information on career planning, study options and jobs.
www.schooltowork.com.au

Department of Education, Science & Training have two booklets out that help parents give advice to their children about their career choices. Parents Talking career choices can be obtained from www.australia.gov.au/careeradviceaustralia or call 133873.
Parents help with careers future directions can be downloaded from www.det.gov.au.

NSW SCHOOL-BASED TRAINEESHIPS

Go to www.det.nsw.edu.au/vetinschools/traineeships/sbt/index.html for information.

TVET COURSES

For information about HSC courses available at TAFE NSW Colleges go to www.det.nsw.edu.au/vetinschools/tvet/

MARITIME SERVICES.

Have you ever thought about a career in the Maritime Services? Careers in Engineering, International & Coastal Seafaring, Marine Environment and many more can all be obtained from attending AMC. For more information including qualifications needed, phone 1300363864 or visit www.amc.edu.au

For more information contact Mrs Anna Bergamin:

Phone:02 69624022
Fax:02 69641457
Email: anna.bergamin@det.nsw.edu.au

TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS

Tertiary Education is generally regarded as any form of further education beyond high school. It includes university, TAFE and Private Providers.

How do I choose which?

Look closely at all your interests and abilities. You may have many. Think broadly and don't limit yourself to just one course or career. Look at several. Consider all the tertiary options available to you and suitable for you. Get as much information as you can about all those options and tertiary study generally. Make realistic choices based on the information and sound advice from people who know what tertiary study is all about. The course qualification has the same value at different institutions, but the institutions are very different in style. When choosing where to go, be careful to consider all of the following: the whole range of institutions offering courses of study in areas that interest you, entry requirements, student fees, HECS, administration charges and other costs eg textbooks, program flexibility - do the courses offer a wide range of subject choice or are they fairly restrictive - availability and cost of accommodation, dates of interest, open days and enrolment procedures.

UNIVERSITIES.

Applying for University.

Use the UAC guide which will be available in August. There is a section at the front of this that explains the application process, read this carefully.

STEP 1: Look through the guide and investigate which courses interest you. Do not just rely on the guide - contact the university and request they send you more information, check out the website for each institution ( see the links below) or go to the Careers Room and ask to see a prospectus for the particular institution you are interested in.

STEP 2: Write out a list of any courses that you are interested in. Note if there are any special requirements e.g. an interview, entrance test or portfolio. Then order them in the preference you would like. Have the course that you would most like to be accepted into as you first preference and then list down to your last preference. Do not forget to have a couple of safety net courses just in case you do not get the UAI that you expect.

STEP 3: Double check that you meet all requirements before putting in your application.

STEP 4: Contact the Uni to arrange interviews/times for tests etc if this is necessary.

STEP 5: If you intend to apply for on campus accommodation, scholarships or special consideration you need to do this at the time you apply to UAC. Some industry scholarships close earlier in the year so ensure you are aware of deadlines.

STEP 6: Contact the UAC/VTAC infolines and enter your application. Do not forget to get your receipt number and write this down in several places as it is very important.

Early Entry.

The following universities offer Principal's Recommendations or Early Entry Programs:

University of New England University of Wollongong Charles Sturt University University of Notre Dame Australian Catholic University University of Canberra

You will need to go to the institution's website and obtain all the information you need. Download an application form, follow instructions carefully and complete the application requirements. Bring the application form and any supporting documents you need to Mrs Bergamin to have it checked. It is a good idea to ring the institution and inform them that you are submitting your application form and ask if there is anything else you need to do. Make sure you give the form to me well in advance of the closing date so that I can complete the school's requirements. Deadlines must be strictly adhered to NO EXCEPTIONS ARE MADE.

ATAR.

In June 2009, the Universities Admission Index (UAI) changed to the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank ( ATAR).

There will be three changes:

1.UAI will be known as ATAR now

2. The highest rank an ATAR is 99.95 as opposed to a UAI of 100

3. ATAR will indicate a student's position in relation to the Year 7 student they began high school with instead of with the Year 10 students.

 

WEBSITES:

The Going to Uni website is a new information source for prospective and continuing higher education students.
www.goingtouni.gov.au

 

New South Wales

Australian Catholic University - www.acu.edu.au
Charles Sturt University - www.csu.edu.au
La Trobe University, Albury - www.latrobe.edu.au/aw
Macquarie University - www.mq.edu.au
Southern Cross University - www.scu.edu.au
University of New England - www.une.edu.au
University of New South Wales - www.unsw.edu.au
University of Newcastle - www.newcastle.edu.au
The University of Notre Dame Australia - www.nd.edu.au
University of Sydney - www.usyd.edu.au
University of Technology Sydney - www.uts.edu.au
University of Western Sydney - www.uws.edu.au
University of Wollongong - www.uow.edu.au

ACT
Australian National University - www.anu.edu.au
University of Canberra - www.canberra.edu.au

Victoria
University of Ballarat - www.ballarat.edu.au
Deakin University VIC - www.deakin.edu.au
La Trobe University - www.latrobe.edu.au
The University of Melbourne - www.unimelb.edu.au
Monash University - www.monash.edu.au
Royal Melbourne Institute of Tech - www.rmit.edu.au
Swinburne University of Technology - www.swin.edu.au
Victoria University - www.vu.edu.au

Queensland
Bond University - www.bond.edu.au
Central Queensland University - www.cqu.edu.au
Griffith University - www.gu.edu.au
James Cook University - www.jcu.edu.au
The University of Queensland - www.uq.edu.au
Queensland University of Technology - www.qut.edu.au
University of Southern Queensland - www.usq.edu.au
University of the Sunshine Coast - www.usc.edu.au
South Australia

The University of Adelaide - www.adelaide.edu.au
Flinders University - www.flinders.edu.au
University of South Australia - www.unisa.edu.au

Western Australia
Curtin University of Technology - www.curtin.edu.au
Edith Cowan University - www.ecu.edu.au
Murdoch University - www.murdoch.edu.au
The University of Western Australia - www.uwa.edu.au

Northern Territory
Charles Darwin University - www.cdu.edu.au

Tasmania
University of Tasmania - www.utas.edu.au

OPEN DAYS FOR 2009

The following are Open Days being held by universities. These are the best way to get a true feel for a campus or a career, where you will be able to talk to the people with firsthand knowledge of the options you are exploring. Plan ahead so you can attend some of these with friends or family, whilst still fulfilling your commitments to the HSC.

Australian Catholic University
Canberra Campus 29 August
North Sydney Campus 9 September
Strathfield Campus 12 September

Australian National University 29 August

Charles Sturt University Every day - for campus tours/appointments and course information call 1800334733.

Deakin University Geelong Campus 9 August

Griffith University
Gold Coast 9 August

La Trobe University
Albury-Wodonga campus 23 August
Mildura campus
Information session 27 July-14 August

Macquarie University 12 September

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology 9 August

Southern Cross University: For personalised campus tours and special events call 1800111890

University of Canberra 29 August

University of New South Wales 5 September

University of Newcastle 29 August

University of Notre Dame
Broadway Campus 29 August
A Day in the Life of a Nursing Student-Darlinghurst Campus 17 July
A Day in the Life of a University Student-Broadway Campus 24 July

University of Sydney 29 August
University of Technology, Sydney 29 August

University of Western Sydney
Parramatta Campus 30 August
Campbelltown Campus 2 June
Penrith Campus 3 November

University of Wollongong
For personalised campus tours and special events call 1300367869.

Most of the University Undergraduate Guides are now available in the Careers Room. Come and check them out if you are intending to go to Uni.

LATEST UNIVERSITY NEWS

1. Australian Catholic University has released its undergraduate courses guide 2010. It gives course information, scholarship information plus much more. If you are interested in looking at this guide come to the Careers Room or visit www.acu.edu.au/openday. The Uni has an early achievers' program which recognises community contributions, sporting and cultural contibutions etc. Apply now and you could be accepted early in December. For more info and how to apply ring 1300275228 or visit www.acu.edu.au/earlyachievers.
2. Wollongong University have released their Undergraduate Course 2010 as well as a small booklet on Scholarships in 2010. UOW also has a useful booklet out which lets potential students know what kind of UAI they need to enter a particular course. If you are interested in seeing these booklets, they are available in the Careers Room or you can visit www.uow.edu.au/prospective. UOW has a new website that keeps you well informed about the Uni and Uni life. Stay informed and win prizes by visiting www.MYSPACE.COM/UOW.
3. The University of Wollongong is offering its Early Entry Program in 2009; Early Entry registrations will open of 1 July 2009 and will close for most faculties on 18 September. You'll be assessed on your academic record, including your Trial HSC and other criteria such as an interview where you will have the opportunity to show your passion for the degree and/or portfolio. If successful, you'll receive a guaranteed offer or an offer conditional upon your HSC results. Interviews for Early Entry applicants are held late September. For further faculty information about Early Entry contact the relevant faculty. If you go to www.uow.edu.au/future/earlyentry/ there is a list of phone numbers and email addresses for each faculty.

UOW EARLY ENTRY APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN AT www.uow.edu.au/future/earlyentry this page also includes a downloadable Application guide. Application forms for UOW Creative Arts degrees are also available from the Faculty's homepage at www.uow.edu.au/crearts/ (click on Interested in studying with Creative Arts in 2010? in the news flash section). Please remember that students intending to have a UOW Creatove Arts degree as a UAC preference must complete a UOW CA application form AND lodge a UAC application.

1. The University of Technology, Sydney has its undergraduate guides out for 2010. These include science, engineering, nursing, midwifery & health, international studies, law, business, education, design and info tech. They also have produced a booklet on alternate pathways. If you are interested in checking any of these booklets out, come and see your Careers Adviser.
2. The University of Newcastle Industry Scholarship Scheme integrates study of a professional degree program with industry experience. Twenty six scholarships were awarded to commencing 2009 students in the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment and Faculty of Business and Law. There have been changes to the application process with a broader range of scholarships on offer, so students in Year12 should start thinking about applying for 2010 scholarships. The closing date for application will be brought forward and interviews will be conducted prior to the HSC. New dates will be published on www.newcastle.edu.au/uniss or contact 49218998.
3. Prerequisites for admission to a primary teacher education program. As from the beginning of 2010, undergraduates beginning a Bachelor of Education (Primary) will be required to have obtained a Band 4 in HSC English (Standard, ESL or Advanced) and a minimum of Band 4 HSC General Mathematics or its equivalent at other levels. Where an applicant does not have these entry requirements a tertiary institution may offer concurrent study or appropriate bridging units and/or require satisfactory performance in approved tests in literacy and numeracy before graduation. The latest documents for advice about prerequisites for admission to initial teacher education programs for both undergraduate and graduate entry can be found on the Institute's website at http://www.nswteachers.nsw.edu.au under Initial teacher education/Subject content requirements.
4. MedEntry is a registered training educational institution that helps students gain entry into all Medicine and other health science courses that require the UMAT. They run two-day workshops, full-length practice exams, UMAT and interview skill development guides and many other useful programs to assist in a successful entry into the medical fields. For further information please visit www.MedEntry.edu.au.
5. NIE conducts PreMed Preparation Courses aimed at developing the knowledge, skills and strategies required to maximise entry potential into Medicine. They offer teachers for each section of the UMAT, 100% new practice questions, 24 hour support 365 days a year, a UMED star rating, and an interview training program. They will be holding workshops throughout the year and dates and venues can be obtained by phoning 03 83000277 or enquiries@nie.edu.au.
6. The UMAT exam for 2009 is to be held on Wednesday 29 July. Registrations open in April and close on Friday 5 June 2009. Registration must be completed online at www.umat.acer.edu.au. For more information, contact the UMAT Office on 03 92775746 or 03 92775502 or you can send an email to umat@acer.edu.au.
7. There are 10 housing providers at UNSW which offer a broad range of housing options including full board accommodation with pastoral and academic support; selfcatered apartments and a variety of short term accommodation. Their website which supplies detailed information is www.housing.unsw.edu.au.
8. 2009 University UAI Cut-offs figures for each course are a valuable guide for students when planning their university options. The figures for this year are now available by going to the Universities Admissions Centre website at www.uac.edu.au/indexhome.html. (Select: 2009 Main Round cut-offs)
9. UAC key dates for 2010 admissions: Applications open early August 2009 and close Wednesday 30 September 2009. Late applications will incur a late fee. UAIs will be released to students Thursday 17 December. Students may change their preferences up until 6 January 2010 for consideration in the main round of offers. Main round university offers will be released at 9pm Wednesday 20 January. All UAC news can be found on their website at www.uac.edu.au/pubs/uacnews.html.
10. UAC processes applications for Equity Scholarships on behalf of their participating institutions, who award the scholarships to students experiencing difficulty with the costs of living and studying. More information about Equity Scholarships is available on UAC’s website.
11. The faculty of Engineering Rural Scholarships Program is designed to assist students living in rural and isolated areas to study at UNSW. A large number of scholarships are available for rural students - entries close 5.00pm 30th September. For further info please contact http://www.scholarships.unsw.edu.au Applications to UNSW SCHOLARSHIPS are now open and you need to apply online. See Mrs Bergamin in the Careers Room if you require assistance with applications.
12. UNSW 2009 HEALTH CAREERS KIT is now available in the Careers Room. The kit includes information related to health, medicine and nursing programs offered at all NSW universities which offer these programs in addition to the options available to make the experience of University more accessible to Rural students. If you need any info on any health careers you can contact Justine Brindle on 02 93853250 or email: justine@unsw.edu.au.
13. Some university courses (such as pharmacy and Veterinary Science) require Year 12 applicants to sit the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). UAC is holding a test session of STAT on Saturday 20 June. Registrations close on Friday 12 June. For more information and to download the registration form visit www.uac.edu.au
14. UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY FLEXIBLE ENTRY SCHEME is intended for current HSC applicants whose UAI may fall up to 5 points below the normal cut-off for entry into certain courses. Applicants who are approved for admission under this scheme must have demonstrated their aptitude for the course of their choice. Those faculties which offer admission into their courses under this scheme prescribe certain ways in which applicants can demonstrate this aptitude, such as performance in relevant HSC subjects or through a written submission. Criteria varies between faculties and courses and not all courses offer flexible entry. For more information on flexible entry and the selection criteria required call 1300362006 or go to http://www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/flexible_entry.shtml

 

TAFE.

Vocational Education Courses provide you with skills and knowledge that will improve your job prospects and prepare you for entry into the workforce. Vocational training courses also count towards meeting HSC requirements and some can also be used as a Category B course when calculating your UAI. TAFE is also an alternative for those students not interested in attending university but who do want training for specific occupations e.g. hairdressing, automotive jobs etc.

1. TAFE courses available at Griffith TAFE can be found in their current booklet-for a copy come to the Careers Room. You can also access any information you need at www.tafensw.edu.au.
2. TAFE Open Day is 18 June 2009. All Year 10 students will be invited to attend. This is a great opportunity to learn about courses offered at TAFE. For more information go to the WHS Careers News section of this website.

TAFE's University Centre works in conjunction with Charles Sturt Uni. The integrated Business Program is a 3 year program which combines uni and TAFE to enable students to obtain qualifications such as a Bachelor of Business Studies from CSU. The program offers the opportunity to complete the Certificate IV in Frontline Management, the Diploma of Management, the Advanced Diploma of Management, as well as the CSU Bachelor of Business Studies. Students wishing to embark on an accounting degree can now undertake the first year of the integrated Business program in Griffith and then transfer to the CSU Bachelor of Business (Accounting), with their subjects providing up to one year of credit into their accounting course. For specific course info contact Kerrie Staines on 69620426.

 

PRIVATE PROVIDERS

Not all students finishing school will want to go to university and some may not attain the necessary marks. Whatever the reasons, many students choose to attend private training colleges for their tertiary education.
Accreditation
The important thing for all students who may demonstrate an interest in studying with a private provider is to make sure the college or institution has government accreditation.
Private providers should be accredited as a RTOs-Registered Training Organisations. Only Registered Training Organisations can issue qualifications and statements of attainment that are recognised nationally.
Recognition of Qualifications
All States and Territories have agreed to a common protocol regarding the levels and definition of qualifications issued for recognised vocational education and training in Australia. This agreement is formalised by the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), which provides a "nationally consistent yet flexible framework for all qualifications in post-compulsory education and training". For further information visit www.aqf.edu.au
All registered private education providers must have a policy for the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to ensure that students' existing knowledge and skills are recognised.
ACPET
The Australian Council for Private Education and Training is the national association for private education and training providers. Its full members must be registered and their course must be accredited. For further information go to www.acpet.edu.au
The following information outlines some of the better-known private providers:

Business & Marketing

Academy of Information Technology
AIT offers students an alternative to a university degree or TAFE study and also an alternative entry into Uni. AIT offers intensive professional IT & digital media training with emphasis on Multimedia, Animation, Digital Filmmaking and Graphic Production. For any additional information please contact 02 92118399 or visit  www.academyit.nsw.edu.au
APM Training
www.apmtraining.com.au
Australian Business Academy
Accounting, Business Administration, Graphic Design, Human Resource Management, Information Technology, Marketing and Management.
www.ausbusac.edu.au
Bedford College
www.bedford.edu.au
Carrick Institute of Education
www.carrickeducation.edu.au
Financial Services Institute of Australasia
http://www.kaplanprofessional.edu.au/
Holmes Institute
www.holmesinstitute.edu.au
Macleay College
www.macleay.edu.au
Martin College
www.martincollege.com
Raffles College of Design and Commerce
www.raffles.edu.au
Williams Business College
www.williams.edu.au

Design, Fashion and Graphic Arts

Australian Business Academy
www.ausbusac.edu.au/
Billy Blue School of Design
Details are available at www.billyblue.com.au/Billy-Blue-Home/default.aspx
CATC
CATC offers courses in Interior, Graphic or Digital Design.
www.catc.nsw.edu.au
The International College of Creative Arts (ICPP)
www.icpp.net
Martin College
www.martincollege.com
Raffles College of Design and Commerce
www.raffles.edu.au
Wesley Institute
www.wesleyinstitute.edu.au/wi
The Whitehouse Institute of Design
www.whitehouse-design.edu.au

Hospitality and Tourism

The Blue Mountains Hotel School
http://www.hotelschool.com.au/general/mainpg.html  
The Hotel School – Intercontinental Hotel Sydney
http://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/index.php
International College of Management
www.icms.edu.au
Kenvale College of Tourism and Hospitality Management
www.kenvale.edu.au
Le Cordon Bleu
www.lecordonbleu.com.au
Macleay College
www.macleay.edu.au
William Blue International Hotel Management School
www.billyblue.com.au/William-Blue-Home/default.aspx

Film, Television, Games Production, Music Production & Events Management

The Australian Film Television and Radio School
www.aftrs.edu.au
Juliusmedia
www.juliusmedia.com/training/default.asp
The School of Audio Engineering (SAE)
www.sae.edu
JMC Academy
www.jmc.net.au
Qantm College
http://www.qantm.com.au/home/index.cfm
Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)
http://www.aie.edu.au/about/index.php

Aviation

A number of private providers offer training required for the award of a Private Pilot's Licence. A number of universities also have courses leading to degrees in aviation, which includes flight training.
Aerospace Aviation
www.aerospaceaviation.com.au
Bankstown Helicopters
www.bankstownhelicopters.com.au
University of NSW
Bachelor of Aviation (Flying)
www.aviation.unsw.edu.au

Music and Dramatic Arts

Actors College of Theatre and Television (ACTT)
www.actt.edu.au
The Australian Institute of Music
www.aim.edu.au
Australian International Conservatorium of Music
www.aicm.edu.au
Wesley Institute
www.wesleyinstitute.edu.au/wi

Pilot Aptitude Training Systems offer training courses for people who are about to sit aptitude tests that are used by the Australian Defence Force Academy. Courses on offer are as follows:
Australian Defence Force Academy
Royal Military College-Duntroon
Aircrew (Pilot, Navigator, Air Combat Officer)
General Entry
Technical Trades
For information please visit www.pilotaptitude.com

 

RAFFLES COLLEGE OF DESIGN AND COMMERCE will be holding workshops suitable for Year10 students and above who are interested in Animation, Art & Design/Graphic Design, Creative Digital Photography, Digital Film Making, Fashion Illustration, Games Design and Interior Design. Workshops are July 13 - July 17 enrolment closing date 6 July. For more info phone 02 99224278.

MACLEAY COLLEGE offers courses in Travel & tourism, Advertising, Event Management & Marketing, Business, Public Relations & Marketing, Journalism, Hospitality Management and Sports Management & Marketing. For full course information please phone 02 93602033 or visit www.macleay.edu.au

The Australian International Hotel School & Blue Mountains Hotel School Australia
The Blue Mountains Hotel School offers a three-year undergraduate degree program; Bachelor of Business (International Hotel & Resort Management) while the Australian International Hotel School offers a choice of two three-year undergraduate degrees and one postgraduate program: Bachelor of Business (International Hotel Management) Bachelor of Business (International Event Management) and Master of Hotel Management. For further information on both Schools please contact 1800500307 or visit http://www.aihs.edu.aufor Australian International Hotel and 1800257360 or visit http://www.hotelschool.com.au for Blue Mountains Hotel School.

Blue Mountains International Hotel School Blue Mountains International Hotel School will be holding Career Focus Days 2009 on the following dates: July 20-22($325), October 6-9 ($425), and November 24-27 ($425). Places are strictly limited so for more information or to book please phone 1800257360.

Training Course Professionals Training course Professionals are a Registered Training Organisation specialising in delivery of hospitality, safety and construction courses for individuals and industry. Courses are varied and range from First Aid, Forklift Licence, Cocktail skills, Food Hygiene and many more. For more information please contact
02)96877203 or visit www.tcptraining.com

APM COLLEGE of Business and Communication
APM College of Business and Communication courses have been developed and designed in consultation with industry professionals. The College offers an interactive, working environment with flexible study options with part time or full- time courses including evening and weekend classes. For full details please phone 1300880610 or visit www.apm.edu.au

William Blue Hospitality and Tourism William Blue College will be holding “A Day in the Life of” for senior students to experience a day in the life of a Hospitality Manager, Chef and Tourism Manager. The days will be on the following dates: all Thursdays 23 April, 23 July and 15 October from 10am -4pm. The all-inclusive cost is $80 including lunch. For more info or to register please phone 1300851237.

Billy Blue College of Design Billy Blue offers courses in four distinct areas, Communication Design, Branded Environment, Digital Media Design and Digital Production. To find out more about these courses and many others phone 1300851245 or visit http://www.billyblue.edu.au

Billy Blue College of Design Billy Blue College will be holding “A Day in the Life of a” for senior students to experience a day n the life of a Communication Designer, Digital Designer or Branded Environment Designer on the following dates: all Saturdays 30 May, 27 June, 1 August, 19 September and 14 November from 10am-4pm. The all-inclusive cost is $80.00 including lunch. For further information or to register please phone 1300851245.

The Australian Institute of Music and the Australian Academy of Dramatic Art is holding an Information Day on 14 August. This is a great opportunity for students interested in a career in the music and creative industries - form professional musician to sound engineer, producer, actor, session player, music teacher, drama teacher, promoter, events management, publishing, digital music technologies and many more. The OPEN DAY is 22 August.

 

GAP YEAR PROVIDERS

Cultural Care Au Pair. Are you thinking of taking a GAP Year when you finish school? Would you like to experience living in America with a host family caring for their children? Two week's paid holiday plus an extra month at the end of the year to travel around the US. If you would like to find out more about this program call 1800677373 or visit www.culturalcare.com.au

CCUSA International Working Adventures.
CCUSA is a provider of overseas cultural exchange programs, offering students work/travel exchange programs for the 2009/2010 GAP year season. Some of the countries students can be sent to include USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Latin America, South Africa and Asia. For any additional information please contact 1300859040 or visit www.ccusa.com.

Lattitude is a GAP year project that gives people the opportunity to develop new skills, discover strengths and become part of a local community. Applications are now open for projects departing in 2009 and 2010 with two new countries added to the already extensive list of countries available. The 2010 closing date is 20 May 2009. Full information can be obtained from www.lattitude.org.au.

Army GAP Year. If you are thinking of a GAP Year in the army contact the defence forces on 131901 or visit www.defencejobs.gov.au. You now have to apply on line - applications open 1st May and close 3rd September. The on line application asks you a range of questions to determine your eligibility, suitability and to determine what type of Gap Year roles may suit you.

Pilot Aptitude Training Service would like you to know about an online test prep service they have just established. You now have the opportunity to do their full courses from home.This enables you to prepere for the following types of aptitude/ability/psychometric tests online: Onetest, SHL, Australian Defence Force YOU session and GAP Year selection test. Full details are available from www.pilotaptitude.com

 

For more information contact Mrs Anna Bergamin:

Phone: 02 69624022
Fax:  02 69641457
Email: anna.bergamin@det.nsw.edu.au

WORK EXPERIENCE

At Wade High, Work Experience is offered to all Year 10 students in the final week of Term 2. This provides them with a taste of the world of work. Students will learn valuable skills such as communicating with others, following instructions and working with a team. They will be able to try an occupation that may be of interest for a future career and hopefully develop self confidence. This will enable them to make a smoother transition from school to work.

During the program each student will attend a place of work for five days and will be expected to wear appropriate clothing and observe normal business hours of the establishment concerned.

Students should speak with their parents and Careers Adviser about possible placements. They should make contact with an employer and negotiate the placement. They should see their Careers Adviser to obtain a Work Experience Package which includes a copy of:

• Employers Guide to Workplace Learning
• A Student Placement Record
• A Guide to Workplace Learning for Parents and Caregivers
• A Living Away from Home form which students and parents need to complete if the student is travelling out of the district or not living at their normal address during work experience.

 

The Student Placement Record should be completed by students, parents and employer and returned to school. Copies of this will then be made and distributed to relevant parties.

Students are required to give the Employers guide to Workplace Learning to their employer when they meet with him/her to have the employer section of the Student Placement Record completed. All other forms will be posted to employers by the Careers Adviser.

This week of Work Experience is a compulsory week for all Year 10 students at Wade High School. Students are expected to abide by all the rules and recommendations regarding work placements, given to them in their Careers lessons. Those students intending to work on a building site e.g. builders, plasterers, plumbers, tilers etc need to complete an OH & S Course. This course is organised by your Careers Adviser and Griffith TAFE.

For further information contact Mrs Anna Bergamin,

Phone: 02 69624022
Fax: 02 69641457
Email: anna.bergamin@det.nsw.edu.au

CAREERS NEWS.

Updated 6th November

GOOD LUCK TO ALL OUR YEAR 12 STUDENTS FOR THE HSC EXAMS!!!!

Lots of new items, particularly mail, fill my pigeon-hole daily and the Careers News section of this website is the best way of getting all the information to you.
As the year progresses, I will be receiving correspondence from universities, private providers, employers and training providers. It is important that you read this section so that you make well-informed career decisions and keep up-to-date with the latest news. Click onto the websites listed, they are a great source of further information for you to explore your options. Remember that you can only make well-informed decisions if you read widely and talk to people who have knowledge of the career or course. Send an email to a university, make a phone call to an employer or come and talk to your Careers Adviser.

Throughout the year you will be given a miriad of dates to stick to.....assessment tasks, exam timetables and dates related to job, university and TAFE applications. Mark these in your diary or on a calendar so you do not miss an opportunity! Clever planning is needed in completing application forms, so plan ahead, especially if you have to gather reports and references from others.

I would encourage Year 12 to talk to family and teachers about their options on leaving school. Make a phone call, go to an Open Day or look at websites. It is up to you to go in search of the possibilities – don’t let them slip away. There is a wealth of Career resources available. Year 12s are always welcome to come to the Careers Room and talk to me – I can help explore options and refine applications

Students must apply to UAC by the 30th September but can change their preferences up until the 6th January.

Interstate University Applications. Year 12 students wishing to apply to interstate universities do so online with the local equivalent of UAC:

* South Australia and NT: www.satac.edu.au

* Western Australia: www.tisc.edu.au

* Victoria: www.vtac.edu.au

* Queensland: www.qtac.edu.au

* ACT universities use the UAC application system

CONGRATULATIONS:

* To Alexander Anderson who has gained early entry into Law at the University of Wollongong. He has proved that dedication and hard work does pay !!!

Year 11 students have started their HSC course this term and it is important that they are organised right from the start, Students are reminded to use a homework diary and a planning calendar, have their notes well organised and maintain a regular study routine – at least three hours per subject per week. Most students will have at least one assessment task for each subject this term so they should aim to do their best in each of these. Remember the HSC is half school assessment. 

Year 11s have been advised to choose a teacher mentor for their final year of schooling. Mentors can help with organisation and study skills, keep students motivated and on track and offer support and encouragement. Any student who would like a mentor can see me in the Careers Room.

All Year 11s have been interviewed over the past two weeks to discuss their progress, subjects for the HSC and future career plans. Some students are working hard and should be congratulated for their effort in the Preliminary course. However, there are a number of students who need to focus more on schoolwork and get motivated. I would encourage all Year 11s to work towards achieving their goals and remember that the tougher the job, the greater the reward.

Year 10 have a busy term ahead with lots of activities as well as their School Certificate exams. They have been asked to be Peer Support leaders and assist next year’s Year 7 students as they make the transition to high school. Peer Support training is a leadership training course and will take place after the School Certificate exams. I encourage Year 10s to consider completing this course as it equips them with valuable teamwork and leadership skills.

Year 10 will be involved in the Australian Business Week Program in Week 7, 30th November – 4th December. They will be divided into groups which represent companies competing against each other. They will need to make decisions, recognise opportunities, solve problems and take responsibility. ABW helps to prepare students for the workplace and work culture. An information note and brochure has been given to all Year 10s about ABW. The program will cost $45 per student which includes all materials and administrative expenses. Most of this is being paid for by the school and the P & C. I would like to remind Year 10 to pay their $15 contribution to the Front Office by 13th November. All Year 10 students are to be involved and it is important that students attend each day. The highlight of the week is the Trade Display and viewing of TV commercials made by each group. Parents are welcome to view these on Friday 4th December at 12.30.

Some of our Year 10 students have been actively trying to obtain jobs or apprenticeships so that they can leave school once they have their School Certificate. All students have been writing resumes and application letters and learning about interview skills and techniques. Those wishing to obtain jobs or apprenticeships are advised to apply now and not leave it until next year. Sonia Rinaldo, from MEGT, has spoken to all Year 10 classes about school based apprenticeships and traineeships. Congratulations to those students who have already organised school based traineeships for next year. These students will be able to gain a vocational and technical qualification while still at school. Any Year 10 students who has enrolled in a VET course and would like to be considered for a traineeship should see me in the Careers Room for more information.

YEAR 9:

Four of our Year 9 boys participated in the Bricklaying Adopt-A-School project this week. The Australian Brick and Blocklaying Training Foundation partnering with GEBAC, Craig Morriss (trainer/employer) and the Griffith PCYC worked with the boys to construct a brick project at the PCYC. Congratulations to Joel Trenerry, John Maher, Michael Crowe and Ben Watts who displayed excellent skills and behaviour during the week. They all worked very hard even in 40 degree heat! Griffith PCYC now have new steps and a great planter box thanks to the great efforts of these boys.

 

IMPORTANT WADE DATES:

• University Open Days-for a complete list of Open Days at various tertiary institutions see the Tertiary Institutions section of this website.
• For the latest news on universities or private colleges go to the Tertiary Institutions section of this website. Lots of great experience days are coming up, so check them out.
• Australian Business Week for all Year 10 students will be held in Week 7 Term 4.

  Students have been invited to attend the University of Wollongong Discovery Day on the 5th February next year. The day provides students with the opportunity to be part of the University scene, attend lectures, chat to University students and experience living on campus for a night. Students are reminded that they need to register on-line for lectures by Friday November 27, pay $50 at the Front Office and return permission notes to me by December 11.

Scholarships

• ADFA Education Award – Year 11. The ADFA Education Award is presented annually to Year 12 students in recognition of leadership potential, academic and sporting achievements exhibited during Year 11. Only students currently studying Year 11 can apply. You must submit your application by December 31. For more information go to www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/educationawards.aspx
• UTS Jumbunna Indigenous House of Learning Support Services can help with university enquiries, Alternative Entry Program, Indigenous Scholarships, tutorial assistance and academic advice. For further information contact student support services on 1800064312 or visit www.jumbunna.uts.edu.au
• Nursing scholarships - Study through TAFE NSW Riverina Institute and you could receive a scholarship to help with your study costs. 16 scholarships are available for people commencing the Diploma of Nursing Enrolled through Cootamundra Campus. A further 200 fully funded scholarships for trainee Enrolled Nurses will be available in January 2010. TAFE NSW are now ready to accept applications. Contact the campus on 02 69401000 for more details or to register your interest.
• Tertiary Institutions offer a wide variety of scholarships with information about these scholarships available on each institution’s website. Go to the Tertiary Institutions (Universities) section of this website for a complete list of universities with links to their websites. Year 12 students can also see their Careers Adviser if they need any assistance with applications for scholarships.

Up to 300 scholarships will be offered as part of the Teacher Education Scholarship Program to ensure more graduate teachers are available in the schools where they are needed most. The scholarships will support students who wish to be employed as secondary teachers in Maths, Science or English and as special education teachers in Primary or Secondary schools. Year 12 students interested in applying for a scholarship can obtain application packages from the teach.NSW website at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/scholarships. The closing date for applications is 2nd October 2009.

Year 12 students who are currently receiving Abstudy, Austudy or Youth Allowance will receive equity scholarships if they wish to attend university next year to cover start up and relocation costs. There is no need to apply for these.

Educational Access Scheme Applications (EAS). This is for students who have experienced long term educational disadvantage. Applicants must demonstrate that their educational performance has been seriously affected by circumstances beyond their control. These applications are due at the end of the term. Students need to see me if they wish to apply.

 

TAX FILE NUMBERS.

Do you have a Tax File Number? If not, come and collect a TFN application form from your Careers Adviser at any time. Read the instructions carefully, fill it out and bring it back to the Careers Room as soon as possible.
Tax File Numbers are not compulsory but make the following easier:

• Starting a job with an employer
• Opening a bank account
• Lodging a tax return
• Applying for Centrelink income support
• Asking for financial help to go to university

For any additional information please phone 132861 or visit www.ato.gov.au/youth

 

IMPORTANT FACTS.

• A recent study by the Australian Council for Educational Research found that, in general, post-school education and training leads to higher status occupations and higher earnings compared to not doing any further study or training. However, not all forms of post-secondary education and training are equally beneficial. In terms of earnings, a bachelor degree has the largest impact, increasing earnings by about 31% on average. You can download the report from www.acer.edu.au.
• Studies show that young people who complete VET study have better employment outcomes than those who do no post-school study.
• University graduates are more likely than other young people to secure full-time employment and to have higher status jobs and higher earnings.
• "It is now widely recognised that the skills and knowledge that students need for life and work beyond school are much more than proficiency in the traditional 3Rs. As Australia’s economy continues to evolve in response to technological developments and the need to compete in a global market, the nation needs a highly skilled and flexible workforce. Apart from the basic skills of reading, writing and numeracy, a broader range of skills and knowledge is now essential for students to make an effective transition from school to work. This includes knowledge in scientific literacy, ICT literacy, civics and citizenship and employability skills (including planning and organising, teamwork, initiative and enterprise, self-management and learning." (from "Australian Council for Educational Research" issue No.20) All students at Wade High are encouraged to engage in a broad range of school activities and community work in order to improve their employability skills.
• NSW HSC Online celebrated its 11th birthday last year and has become an invaluable resource for teachers and students. The site has material for 48 HSC subjects, along with study tips, past exam papers and markers’ comments and has delivered over 1.7 million web pages so far. Visit www.hsc.csu.edu.au.

 

Career Hotspot…Career Hotspot…Career Hotspot…Airline Services Operator

Airline services operators transfer items between airport buildings and aircraft. They may work in either Flight Services or in the Loading Services. Flight services load and unload food, drink, cutlery and other equipment. While loading services transport baggage manually or using motorised luggage carts, they operate mobile stairs, check for priority or baggage and assign to correct flights.

• Display alertness and common sense
• Enjoy practical wok and working with people
• Physically fit
• Good communication skills
• Good visualisation skills and the ability to understand diagrams and maps
• Sound literacy and numeracy skills

                    

Usually you need no formal qualifications but generally require year 10 education. You can also become an airline services operator through a traineeship in Transport and distribution (Aviation Operations & Service).

Usually employment opportunities depend on the level of air travel, but there is strong competition and limited entry positions available. There may be temporary positions on offer during peak periods.