Adelaide Zoo Careers Awareness Day 2017

Last term Christian Tinnion, (Year 10 House Leader, Fouviere House) was fortunate enough to attend a Zoo Career Awareness Day. He thoroughly enjoyed this experience and gave us a summary of what he did for the day.

Upon arrival, students were introduced to each other and were organised into six different groups. They were then given a talk by Habitat designers as to how they recreate various natural environments for animals and why it is important that they closely mirror their natural habitat. Groups were then taken to a specific habitat and Christian was very happy to be sent to the tiger habitat; where they had to describe the habitat and the various machinery and skilled labour that was required by the habitat. Upon returning to the education centre students then discussed and shared their findings. Following that students were given a talk by the chief bird keeper who brought in a galah and explained how he trains it. He spoke about animal training and the fact that you can teach old animals new tricks. He stressed that you don’t give rewards for bad behaviour and only rewarded good behaviour. The students were given some free time to explore the zoo, Christian visited the reptiles, pandas, otters, hippos, mountain goats and the flamingo (the original pair had been there since 1912) and there is now only one flamingo remaining. Back to the group and students were taken to specific areas to meet with different zoo keepers. Christian went to the giraffes and heard about the giraffe keeper’s interesting career journey which started with him as a childhood friend of Steve Irwin. He had spent time at Taronga Zoo, Melbourne Zoo, Toronto Zoo Canada and the Australian Zoo before heading to Adelaide. During their lunch break (lunch supplied) student’s had another hour for more exploration. Following this they had a talk from the Vet at the zoo who spoke about the best methods to get through schooling to enable entry into Vet studies. Then, one of the TAFE instructors who was a Vet nurse came in, she was running a little late as she had been assisting in an operation on a wombat. She spoke about TAFE pathways into animal related careers. Overall Christian found the day to be very worthwhile and really opened his eyes to what is possible.

In this Issue Adelaide Zoo Careers Awareness Day

Flinders University Enrichment Day

Adelaide University Early Entry Program

CCUSA

The Army Reserve Visit

Royal Flying Doctor Collection

Careers Expo

Work Experience

UMAT

Uni Open Days

University of Adelaide Parents Information Seminars

Future Students to Adelaide Uni

UniSA Brochure

Monash University

Endeavour College of Natural Health Open Day

Bond University Film & Television Short Film Competition

Bond with Bond Adelaide

AIE Workshop Videos

AIE Holiday Courses

SAE Study for a Day

Uni of Adelaide Yr 12 Tuition Program

Adelaide Tuition Centre

Adelaide Education Group

Online Courses Explained

CareerMe App

Education USA

Science Alive!

UN Youth Membership

Construct My Career

Aust STEM Video Game Challenge

Careers with STEM

Defence Force: Job Finder

AND MUCH MORE!

Issue 3 Term 2, June 2017

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I recently came upon this quote from Tolkien and it resonated quite strongly when thinking about the career journeys that all of us undertake throughout our lives. Sometimes we can undervalue experiences that are perhaps not overtly connected to purposeful career development yet can still offer enormous value and insight into self-discovery and awareness that can shape future directions and decision making. Different opportunities or challenges may arise in unlikely places and can lead us in a direction that we may never have formerly considered. The career journey is a continuous one that encompasses our experiences, personal learning and development and deserves time, care and attention. Sometimes, in this complex world of rapid change just because a specific career "destination" is not immediately apparent, it does not mean that this will always be the case, nor should the myriad of other things that we do be discounted as necessarily irrelevant or unhelpful.

Prue Wilkosz Pathway’s Co-ordinator

Follow Kevin our Careers Emoji to see who will be involved in our Careers Expo for 2017

Flinders University Enrichment Day, 11th April 2017

A group of seven SHC Senior students availed themselves of the opportunity to participate in a program held at Flinders University on Tuesday, 11th April. The activities and talks which comprised the day were entitled “Enrichment Program” and were designed to give those taking part

an idea of some of the careers which would be possible upon completion of degree programs being offered by Flinders. Whilst four broad streams were offered, our students chose to take part in only three of these: Education, Humanities & Law; Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences and Social & Behavioural Sciences.

Speaking to the students after the event it seems that all found it enjoyable and all seem to have gleaned something useful from it. For some students it was as much about deciding not to do something as it was becoming enthusiastic for a previously unknown course and career. Our thanks go to Flinders University who continue to offer innovative and imaginative opportunities for our students as part of their overall recruitment strategy. Hopefully more students across all three Senior School year levels will want to participate next year.

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Adelaide University Early Entry Program The Early Entry Program is an opportunity provided by The University of

Adelaide allowing SHC students along with other schools around SA to study a Bachelor of Science. Several weeks ago, I attended the first Welcome Session for

the program, where we were given insight into uni life and help that is provided through the program, such as access to the library and staff. We also had the opportunity to meet students from other schools taking part in the program and began making friendships with likeminded peers. I look forward to getting to know the program and people better as the year continues. Paulina Malycha

CCUSA

2016 Graduate Emily Yard is the recipient of the Daniel Cagney CCUSA Camp Counselors USA Award for 2017. Emily will spend her winter (the US summer) working at Camp Juniper Knoll a Girl Scout camp in Wisconsin. Emily’s award includes $250 credit towards her CCUSA Summer Camp experience and $100USD spending money. 2016 recipient Chad Bowker has returned for his second summer at River Way Ranch Camp in California. Applications for 2017 graduates interested in applying for Summer Camp in 2018 open 1st June. Melissa Cagney will be at the SHC Careers Expo in July for CCUSA, so come by to find out more about this amazing US cultural exchange program and how you could be in the running for this award next year.

The Army Reserve Visit On Wednesday 10th May 2017, the Army Reserve provided an information session to students on the

opportunities available in the Army Reserve. It also included information on the Accelerated Training Option which has proved very popular for those considering a gap year in 2018, as it provides a period of full-time work before transitioning to part-time Army Reserve work.

The Army Reserve provides the opportunity for a part-time job where you gain: real work experience and qualifications that will develop your personal qualities and employability; opportunities to network with potential employers; tax-free pay while providing a valuable service to your community.

There are a wide variety of jobs available from combat and medical related positions, through to positions in technical communications, logistics, transport, trades and music. For students wanting the benefits of early leadership and management training, Officer training is available which includes a paid training block at the internationally renowned Royal Military College - Duntroon!

Steve Byrne, Karen Bailey, Emily Yard, Alan (Snowy) Perry (CCUSA)

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Thank you to the Year 10 Leaders who collected for the Royal Flying Doctor Service on Friday 5th May

A generous group of our Year 10 leaders recently donated their time and effort to collect for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. They are to be commended on the excellent way that they represented Sacred Heart College and raised awareness for the RFDS and collected over $500.

Sacred Heart College Careers Expo, Thursday 6th July,

6.00 – 7.30 pm

As in previous years, the College will be staging a Careers Expo for students, parents and caregivers. This year, for the first time, it will be held in the new Br Joseph McAteer Centre on

Thursday 6th July. A wide range of education and training providers will be represented. Please mark the date in your diary and come along with your child between 6.00 and 7.30 pm. This date may also be helpful for the boarding community as it is the evening before the last day of term.

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Organisations attending the Careers Expo

TERTIARY STUDY

1. FLINDERS UNIVERSITY - UNI SA - ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY 2. TABOR College: Teacher Education, Humanities with a Christian focus 3. TAFE 4. International College of Hotel Management (ICHM): Business Management in Hospitality 5. SAE Institute: Creative Media Education, Sound Technology 6. Le Cordon Bleu: Diplome de Patisserie, Diplome de Cuisine, Diplome Avance de Gestion Culinaire, B Business

International Hotel Management 7. Torrens University: Business, Design, Education, Health, Project & Sports Management 8. Foundation Education: Over 60 online courses including Marketing & Events, Business & Management, Education &

Care, Dental & Health 9. Australian College of Applied Psychology 10. Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE): Games, Animation and Film VFX

11. Endeavour College of Natural Health 12. Fit College (Simon Tait Old Scholar): Fitness courses suited to the fitness industry conveniently located on Jetty Rd

UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION

Aquinas College: A Catholic residential college for tertiary students with a strong Marist presence

TRAINEESHIP/APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION

1. Statewide Group Training: Apprenticeships in all areas 2. Motor Trade Association (MTA): Mechanical apprenticeships 3. CMI Toyota: Apprenticeships in mechanical & heavy machinery 4. AFL Sportsready: Match willing trainees with appropriate host employers in a variety of different areas, some sport

related 5. PEER VEET: Plumbing, Electrical and Refrigeration 6. Australian Industry Group Training Services (AiGTS): Opportunities in Engineering, Mechanical, Fabrication,

Electrical Trade, Refrigeration, Automotive, Business, Transport & Logistics 7. Marcellin College: SACE & trade training in Animal Studies, Automotive, Cabinet Making, Carpentry,

Electrotechnology, Engineering, Fabrication & Metal Trades 8. MEGT: Apprenticeships in all areas 9. MAS National: Apprenticeships in all areas 10. AGA Apprenticeship Plus: Apprenticeships in all areas 11. Timber & Building Materials Assoc (TABMA): Training & employment solutions for the Timber Industry 12. Master Plumbers SA: Plumbing apprenticeships 13. Independent Institute: Training & assessment in Food & Meat Processing, Rural – Agriculture, Irrigation, Horticulture,

Retail, Hospitality & Seafood 14. Housing Industry Association (HIA): Building apprenticeships 15. Business SA (Apprenticeship Support Australia): Apprenticeships in all areas

GAP YEAR AND EXCHANGE INFORMATION

1. Youth for Understanding (YFU): Is an international educational exchange organisation 2. Lattitude Global Volunteering: Is an international youth development charity supporting young people aged 17 to 25 on overseas placements 3. Projects Abroad: Operates in 30 developing countries providing support through the people-power volunteers 4. Southern Cross Cultural Exchange: Is a not-for-profit Australian based educational organisation specialising in exchange programs for secondary school students 5. Camp America: Offering cultural exchange USA summer jobs in America for over 40 years 6. CCUSA: Providing summer camp jobs and work and travel adventures in the USA and around the world

INDUSTRY INFORMATION

1. Defence Force Recruiting: All aspects of Defence Forces, Army, Navy, Air force, ADFA 2. Army Reserve 3. Bruce Hartwig Flying School: Commercial pilot training 4. Minerals & Energy Group Department of the Premier & Cabinet: Providing South Australian geoscientific & mining

information 5. Clipjoint: Courses in Hair & Beauty 6. SAPOL: South Australian Police 7. Landmark (Leo Redden Old Scholar): Agricultural Business 8. CPA Australia 9. Institution of Engineering & Technology 10. The Health Hub Adelaide 11. SA Metropolitan Fire Service 12. Robyn Verrall (Old Scholar): Nursing (Theatre) 13. SA Ambulance Service

SHC VET DEPARTMENT

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Work Experience for 2017

BEFORE CONSIDERING WORK EXPERIENCE PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING:

It is a legal requirement that prior to commencing Work Experience students are inducted in the following areas: Work Health & Safety Act 2012, Equal Opportunity and the Children’s Protection Act 1993. Adequate time (approximately 5 hours) should be allocated to cover these topics effectively and students need to demonstrate their understanding. This induction is done by the school and is consistent with our Duty of Care to ensure that no student is placed where they may not be safe physically or psychologically.

In addition to this, the Work Experience Form must be signed by the student, workplace provider, parent/guardian (all arranged by the student) and finally the principal (arranged by the school). (The original (copies or faxes are unacceptable) Work Experience Agreement Form then becomes a legal contract which sets the school insurance cover in place and must be retained by the school).

The school must also provide a contact person who is responsible for each student for the duration of their placement.

Work Experience is a very valuable opportunity for most students however, it does take time to ensure that the above expectations are met. We are happy to accommodate students in the times allocated. Please do not cause yourself or the College embarrassment by making other arrangements and then asking for exceptions to be made.

Students who wish to do Work Experience during 2017 are advised that the dates are:

10th - 14th July Deadline for paperwork 5th June

24th - 28th July (Yr 10’s and 11’s) Deadline for paperwork 5th June

9th - 13th October Deadline for paperwork 4th September

4th - 8th December Deadline for paperwork 6th November

Work or job trials are not sanctioned by SA Work Experience guidelines.

Please note this is general Work Experience only. Students undertaking a Vet program will need to organise their Vet work placement with the Vet Office.

UMAT 2017 Registrations close 2nd June 2017. The test takes place nationally on the 26th July 2017.

UMAT is a test that is used specifically to assist with the selection of students into the medicine, dentistry and health science degree programs at undergraduate level at the universities listed on this website. https://umat.acer.edu.au/

University Open Days

Flinders University Friday 18th & Saturday 19th August https://www.flinders.edu.au/study/events-key-dates/open-days

University of Adelaide Sunday 20th August https://www.adelaide.edu.au/schools/events/

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University of South Australia Sunday 20th August http://unisa.edu.au/openday/

University of Adelaide Parents Information Seminars Sunday 4th June

Sunday 22nd October Parents of current high school students can attend these seminars to find out about the university

application process, fees, funding, scholarships and bursaries, course options, and accommodation. http://www.adelaide.edu.au/schools/events/ http://www.adelaide.edu.au/study/parents/seminars/

Adelaide University recently held a career counsellors information day at their newly built health and medical sciences building. This amazing facility is now home to over 1600 students and 600 researchers. Facilities include state of the art clinical simulations for Medicine, Nursing and Dentistry with high tech teaching facilities and a simulated practicing hospital. It was incredible to see the way this facility can enhance student learning and experience.

Future Students to Adelaide University If you are interested in Adelaide University as a study destination follow them on facebook as this is their main way of communicating with future students.

UniSA Link to a useful brochure aimed at parents of students intending to go to university. It is put

out by UniSA but has some useful generic information and possible answers to questions about university study in general such as fees etc. http://www.unisa.edu.au/Global/Student-life/experience/Parents-Partners-

Friends-Guide.pdf

Monash University Monash University is holding a Monash Information Evening in Adelaide this August.

Monday 7th August, 2017 6.30 – 8.00 pm North Adelaide Golf Club Strangways Terrace, North Adelaide

The aim is to provide a valuable opportunity for students and their parents to explore their future study options at Monash. On the night, students will be able to find out everything they need to know about studying at Monash including:

Course offerings

Entry requirements

International opportunities

Scholarships

SEAS and the Monash Guarantee

Accommodation options All information evenings will run from 6.30 to 8.00 pm. Brochures available outside the careers office.

Endeavour College of Natural Health: Open Day Saturday 17th June

https://www.endeavour.edu.au/events/725

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Bond University Film and Television Short Film Competition Entries open: Monday 1st May Entries close: Saturday 30th September Bond University Film and Television Awards (BUFTA) is a short film competition for aspiring

filmmakers from Year 11 and 12 secondary schools across Australia. BUFTA winners are offered a grand prize of a full fee paid scholarship to study a Bachelor of Film and Television at Bond University. http://www.bufta.com.au

Bond with Bond Adelaide Monday 19th June, 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm Find out about studying at Bond University from current staff and students. https://bond.edu.au/event/47683/bond-bond-adelaide

AIE Workshop Videos AIE’s live online workshops on animation, game design and much more were uploaded

as videos after the event, including student views on their first week of study at AIE. https://www.youtube.com/user/AieEdu

AIE Holiday Courses AIE will be running game development courses during the July school holidays for people aged 12 and

over. They will be running courses in Unity and Unreal 4. http://www.aie.edu.au/courses/holiday_courses/Adelaide_Holidays

SAE Study for a Day 24th June

Experience what studying at SAE is like, and find out about their courses in audio or electronic music production. This event is open to students in year 10 and above.

https://sae.edu.au/news-and-events/events/new-calendar-event/?date=2017-06-24&id=891

There are three Adelaide based Year 12 holiday revision programs

University of Adelaide Year 12 Tuition Program Brochures available outside the careers office.

https://www.adelaide.edu.au/pce/year-12-holiday-tuition-revision/

Adelaide Tuition Centre based at St Aloysius College in the CBD also offer tutoring and Holiday revision courses in most Year 12 subjects https://adelaidetuition.com.au/holiday-seminars/

As do Adelaide Education Group based at St Marys College CBD http://www.aeg.sa.edu.au/

Online Courses Explained SEEK Learning has put together a series of answers to a list of questions compiled by students who are intending to study online. https://www.seeklearning.com.au/study-and-career-advice/about-study/what-are-online-courses

CareerMe App CareerMe is a free app for young people that helps plan career paths and find job opportunities. It has information about which skills are required for different industries, and training requirements and opportunities. It is available for Apple and Android. http://www.careerme.com.au/

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Education USA If you have thought seriously about studying in the USA then you should also think seriously about attending this upcoming information session on Monday June 5th. Samantha Jackson Education USA Coordinator will be running a workshop at St Peters College Hackney

for interested students and their parents. To find out more about the event and to register please click on

https://goo.gl/nZMunH Further contact details Email: MelbourneEdUSA@state.gov

www.fb.me/EducationUSAAustralia

Science Alive! One for the diary August 5th – 6th Science Alive! Is an expo for all ages to immerse themselves in learning about the world and about science.

http://sciencealivesa.org.au/

UN Youth Membership Anyone over the age of 16 is eligible to apply for a UN Youth Membership. By becoming a member young people can volunteer and become involved with their local branch.

https://unyouth.org.au/volunteer-opportunities/membership/

Construct My Career This resource provides news and information on the construction and property services industry. The website aims to showcase the breadth of careers available in the construction and property industry, while highlighting education and participation opportunities such as scholarships and

mentor programs. http://www.constructmycareer.com.au/career-planning

Australian STEM Video Game Challenge High school students design, create and test a video game that engages with STEM to submit to the competition. This year’s theme is Reaction. The challenge runs until Friday 25th August.

https://www.stemgames.org.au/

Careers with STEM This fabulous website is a great resource for anyone interested in pursuing a career in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) field. Find out where maths, science, engineering, IT and health could take you, and learn about possibilities you didn’t know existed. https://careerswithstem.com/

Defence Jobs: Job Finder This website will help people interested in entering the Defence Force find a possible role

or career suited to them. http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/job-finder-tool

Careers in the Thoroughbred Industry Find out about the many and diverse career possibilities in the thoroughbred and horse racing industry in this video. https://vimeo.com/194453771

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Girls Can Do Anything This website highlights some of the many women working in ‘non-traditional’ jobs, revealing why they enjoy their jobs and the pathways that led them to their current position. https://www.security4women.org.au/rolemodels/

Procrastination: Why do we do it? Have you ever found yourself sitting at your computer with the intention of completing that nagging assignment and then four hours later you’re drowning in your Facebook feed? Read this article to help get on top of your workload! https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/education-blogs/student-life/find-out-how-to-conquer-procrastination

The John Marsden & Hachette Australia Prize This prize is open to Australian secondary school students in the categories of fiction, creative nonfiction and poetry. Winners will receive a writing masterclass, a $500 prize

and more. Entries open Monday 17th April and close Friday 30th June. Contact: education@expressmedia.org.au http://expressmedia.org.au/programs/john-marsden-prize/

Skillsroad Job Board This site is a good place for tips and information about job seeking for entry level, apprenticeship and full time work http://www.skillsroad.com.au/job-seekers/finding-a-job

Help Exchange If you’re interested in taking a gap year, check out Help Exchange. It is an online listing of host organic farms, non-organic farms, farmstays, homestays, ranches, lodges, B&B, inns,

backpacker hostels and even sailing boats who invite volunteer helpers to stay with them short-term in exchange for food and accommodation. https://www.helpx.net

Projects Abroad Info Session Tuesday 6th June, 6:30pm – 7:30pm @ Adelaide

http://www.projects-abroad.com.au/more-info/information-events/

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Disclaimer: Statements on careers and courses included in this newsletter are not necessarily those of SHC. ie: The text of notices on courses and industry prospects may be taken directly from their correspondence/publicity material.

Some material taken from mhscareers (South Australia Careers News) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________