VET/Careers News
VET Work placements are on hold due to COVID-19. NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) has released the following: Students undertaking VET courses in 2020 will remain eligible for the Preliminary or HSC credit units if unable to complete work placement.
Students commencing a 240-hour, 300-hour or 360-hour VET course in 2020 that has a mandatory work placement requirement, who will continue the course in 2021, will meet the course requirement if they complete 35 hours of work placement. For most courses this is a reduced requirement. It is anticipated that the placement could be completed later in 2020, or in 2021.
Curriculum Expo
Friday 24th July Carroll College held the Year 11 2021 Curriculum Expo. Hospitality students demonstrated their barista skills by making hot chocolates for all in attendance.
Business Services, Construction, Hospitality, Information Digital Media Technology and Sport Coaching (VET subjects) were showcased and anyone wanting further information on any of the VET courses we offer please do not hesitate to see Mrs Lyttle and Mrs Paull in the VET/Careers office.
Join the millions of people who study a vocational education and training course! VET is flexible, gives you career options and opens doors to further opportunities.
What is happening in class?
Business Services
Over the course of the year, students have continued working toward achieving a Certificate II in Business Services. Recent units completed include Communicate electronically, Develop keyboard speed and accuracy and Produce simple word documents.
The students are continuing to develop the skills and knowledge required in the office space. The Communicate electronically unit provided the students a real insight into email etiquette and the do’s and don'ts of what is accepted in a professional working environment. It was often said to the students, ‘once it is sent you must consider where it may end up.’
Information Digital Media Technology
Currently in Year 11 students are learning the design concepts and coding for creating websites. Students are learning to code using a computer language called HTML (Hypertext Markup Language). This allows them to understand the coding in which all websites are based upon.
This week has a focus on creating menu bars and navigation, scrolling text and using styling sheets that allows the colour schemes of a website to be quickly changed, regardless of how many pages the website has.
Construction
Year 11 VET Construction students have been finalising the first 4 core modules of the course and most students have managed to keep up the with theory content which is an important foundation for future learning. Units studied have included; WHS, Working effectively and sustainably in the construction industry, Read and Interpret Plans and Specifications and Use Carpentry Tools and Equipment.
Students have completed the workshop drawing for the Tool Carry All project which should be completed by the end of this term. This project aims to teach students about attention to detail and how to use construction hand tools safely and effectively. We intend to complete the Measurement and Calculations and Workplace Communication units this term also so it’s looking to be a busy but rewarding term.
Year 12 Construction are developing micro skills in the use of power tools constructing tool boxes with alternative processes, to engage in a wider range of tools and equipment for the industry.
Year 11 spent the majority of term 2 learning about and coaching netball. This will continue into this term and hopefully restrictions on work placements will be lifted soon to enable these students to showcase their learned skills in the wider community.
Year 12 will be endeavoring to start a competitive Basketball competition for students and staff over the next few weeks. The draw will be released this week and games will be played at AM breaks in the hall. Keep an eye out on sentral notices for further information.
Hospitality
Year 11 Hospitality were able to showcase their skills by making and serving hot chocolates to Year 10 students and teachers at the Curriculum Expo. It was wonderful to see the students looking professional in their uniforms.
As we start our second semester there is a huge range of things happening in the careers world.
Years 8, 9 and 10 are in the process of elective choices to complete for 2021. All students are encouraged to make an appointment with Mrs Lyttle our Careers Advisor if they wish to further discuss subject and course selection and post school pathways.
Parents can also contact Ms Lyttle via email Karen.Lyttle@cg.catholic.edu.au or phone the College on 44715600 to make an appointment.
Anyone considering School based Apprenticeships or Traineeships also need to contact Mrs Lyttle by Week 4.
To keep up to date with Career opportunities and notices
https://www.facebook.com/Careers-Carroll-College-Broulee
COURSE & INSTITUTION INFORMATION SESSIONS FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS
Whitehouse Institute of Design - Information Sessions Whitehouse Institute of Design, Australia is now hosting Live Course Information Sessions via Zoom. Upcoming information Sessions can be found at; http://whitehouse-design.edu.au/whitehouse-events/ Staff will be available on Zoom to answer any questions you may have regarding tuition fees, early entry for 2021, enrolments and career paths in the design industry.
Charles Sturt Open Day - On campus and Virtual in September From interactive tours to intriguing information sessions, find out all about Charles Sturt Uni at Open Day! Albury-Wodonga - 6 September, Wagga - 13 September, Dubbo - 19 September, Port Macquarie - 20 September, Orange - 26 September, Bathurst - 27 September 2020. There will also be Virtual Open Day Tuesday 15- Thursday 17 September. Find out more: https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events/open-day
Parent Information Evening - Tuesday 4 August, 6.30pm - 8pm - Charles Sturt University At Online Parent Night, Charles Sturt representatives will step families through the application process and early offer programs. Guests will learn about paths into uni, student services, accommodation options and scholarships. Plus, experts will be available to answer specific course and support program questions. Register online: https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events/parents
2020 Greater Sydney Employment, Life Skills & Leisure Expo TAFE NSW will be exhibiting at the 2020 Greater Sydney Employment, Life Skills & Leisure Expo. This ONLINE Expo targets school leavers and school students (years 10-12) with disabilities & their families from the Greater Sydney area. The website will have resources available for students and families from 21 July and a live expo day on 4 August (12pm-6pm). www.employmentlifeskillsleisureexpo.com.au
My Journey Virtual Expo TAFE NSW is excited to participate in the My Journey Virtual Expo from 22-23 July 2020 from 12pm-8pm. Students can chat to a TAFE NSW representative about future career pathways, download study option resources and hear from graduates on what it’s like to study with TAFE NSW. Students can register by visiting https://myjourney.vfairs.com/
The University of Sydney - Year 12 Parent Information Session The University of Sydney will be hosting an online parent information session on Tuesday the 4th of August, from 6pm-7pm. Please visit the University of Sydney's undergraduate events page for more information: https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/events-for-prospective-students/undergraduate.html
Learn about the ACAP experience ACAP's information sessions are a great way for students to gain an insight into a career in psychology, counselling or criminology. ACAP educators and course advisors will discuss course information, flexible learning opportunities, career pathways and everything ACAP! Sessions are run online on September 2nd & 3rd. Register here: https://www.acap.edu.au/home/online-events/
The University of Sydney - Meet Sydney Online - Western Sydney: Tuesday 28 July, 5.00pm-6.15pm Hear from keynote speaker Eddie Woo, as well as current students and alumni from the Western Sydney region who will share their experience of choosing courses, admission pathways, scholarships, financial support, student life and the types of careers available to Sydney graduates. For more information: https://sydney.edu.au/undergraduate-events
The University of Sydney - Year 12 Parent Information Session: Tuesday 4 August, 6.00pm-7.00pm The University of Sydney will be hosting an online parent information session for parents with children in Year 12. Please visit the University of Sydney's undergraduate events page for more information: https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/events-for-prospective-students/undergraduate.html
Study interior design: Sydney Design School Info Session Wednesday 2 September 2020 at 6pm Constantly restyling your room or scrolling Instagram for inspiration? Imagine a future designing homes, restaurants, offices or hotels! Become an accredited Interior Designer with Australia’s award winning interior design school and live your creative dream. Join Sydney Design School for their on campus Info Session and get started in January! Register online here https://bit.ly/32lcABE
Study social media marketing from industry experts at Orana 10118NAT Diploma of Social Media Marketing is launching in February 2021. This course specialises in fashion, beauty and lifestyle and is exclusive to Orana – it’s the perfect course for the social media obsessed and those that dream of becoming an influencer. Applications are now open with early entry and scholarship available. To request more information, head to http://oranacollege.com.au/
SYDNEY CAMPUS OPEN DAY | 22 & 23 AUGUST 2020 SAE is opening the doors of it.
it's state-of-the-art, Sydney campus on Saturday 22 August and Sunday 23 August, as an opportunity for guests to check out the facilities and equipment, meet with lecturers and ask any questions about studying at SAE.To ensure SAE adheres to COVID19 restrictions, a number of Open Day session times are available.REGISTER HERE to attend: https://bit.ly/32qXeM3
UTS Undergraduate online Q&A Join the UTS webinar to learn about your undergraduate course options and how to apply for Autumn 2021. Hosted by UTS Future Students team, you can ask all your questions about admissions requirements, key dates, how to apply for recognition of prior learning, your study options and more. Register: https://uts.ac/UGwebinar
UTS Open Week: Monday 31 August – Saturday 5 September UTS Open Week is your chance to explore your course and career options. Join UTS for a range of online info sessions, virtual tours, podcasts and digital workshops. Register your interest at https://openweek.uts.edu.au/. For more information, contact UTS at Future.Students@uts.edu.au.
ANU Virtual Open Week 22-28 August The Australian National University (ANU) invites you to attend ANU Virtual Open Week. Starting Saturday 22 August, the week long event will include live webinars, interactive sessions with ANU Students and Academics, virtual tours of the campus and accommodation, and much more! For more information and to register for this event, go to https://www.anu.edu.au/study/events/virtual-open-week-2020
Virtual Open Day- 22nd of August UC will be holding its Virtual Open day on Saturday 22nd August, 9am – 4pm. Get the chance to chat to UC staff and students, book a personalised consultation, take a virtual tour or two, and watch live and on-demand sessions. Register now for a chance to win 1 of 5 $250 gift cards. https://www.canberra.edu.au/openday?register
Western Sydney University 2020 Open Day OPEN DAY WEEKEND August 14, 15, 16 Schools only preview - Friday 14 August - Register: www.westernsydney.edu.au/schoolsopenday Open Day will be a virtual experience and span across 3 days. Teachers and students will be able to explore Western's course offerings, experience student life and find out about early offer programs including HSC True Reward. Register: www.westernsydney.edu.au/openday
BOND UNIVERSITY | OPEN DAY LIVE, 25 JULY @ 12PM Bond University’s Open Day 2020 will be just as exciting and informative as always, but this year it will be broadcast live from campus! Grab your favourite device and drop into your favourite chair, couch or beanbag to livestream the action. Join Bond online from 12pm on Saturday 25 July for campus tours, faculty demos, and more! Register now at https://bond.edu.au/openday
Register for myfuture's free webinars Register for the free ‘introduction to myfuture’ webinar on Tuesday 18th August at 1.00pm (AEST). They will demonstrate the key features of the myfuture website including some resources that students and parents can use from home. You might also be interested in one of the other upcoming webinars or perhaps watching one of the previous events? Check them out here: https://myfuture.edu.au/footer
SCHOLARSHIPS, EARLY ENTRY AND ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS
Early Offer Round (COVID-19) application due UC will be making early offers through a special admissions round in August 2020 in response to COVID. For students to be considered for this round they must submit a UAC & SRS application and preference a UC SRS course by the 5th of July. Recommendations from schools are due 26th July.
2021 Student Exchange Applications Now Open! World Education Program (WEP) Australia is now accepting applications for 2021 student exchange programs. WEP has now introduced New Zealand as a destination, so there are 28 incredible locations for students to choose from! Short term, semester and year programs available. Students can request an information pack at WEP.ORG.AU or by texting 'EXCHANGE' to 0428 246 633. Charles Sturt Advantage Early Offer Applications open until 31 August Apply online for an early offer to Charles Sturt. The Charles Sturt Advantage early offer program helped more than 700 students secure an offer in 2020. The program looks beyond academic skills and rewards people with soft skills. In addition to a conditional offer in September, students receive an exclusive support program, welcome events, gifts and a 5 point ATAR reduction for most courses.
The University of Sydney - New early offer scheme for music and visual arts. Exceptionally talented students in music and visual arts can now apply for courses at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and Sydney College of Arts prior to receiving an ATAR. Students can receive an early offer based on an audition and interview or by submitting a portfolio and undertaking an interview. The offer applies to domestic students wishing to apply for studies in 2021. bit.ly/usydcasas
The University of Sydney - Sydney Scholars Applications Open! Students can now apply for the University of Sydney's flagship scholarship; the Sydney Scholars Award. Open to domestic and international students who display high academic achievement and are in their final year of secondary education. Applications close 30 September:
Notre Dame University’s Early Offer program is closing soon! Notre Dame’s Early Offer program gives students the opportunity to receive an offer prior to sitting their HSC exams, so they can finish Year 12 with added confidence. Apply online direct to Notre Dame before the 31st of July. For more information visit www.notredame.edu.au/study/early-offer-sydney or call 8204 4404.
Secure a spot at Orana for 2021 with early entry. Finish high school with confidence about your life after high school by applying for Orana’s early entry program. School leavers can now apply for early entry to all three accredited courses offered at Orana. With small, engaging class sizes only limited spaces are available for the February 2021 intake. Be sure to apply now at http://oranacollege.com.au/early-entry
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