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Career News 2012

Thursday 23rd

August, 2012 February, 2011

Issue 11 - Term 3 - Week 6

Career Advisers Message

Investigate your options

This career newsletter is your guarantee that you are well informed of all of the options that I have received in the mail. Yes…everything! But the rest is up to you! Please read each issue carefully and make sure that you investigate these options. Look at the websites, attend Open Days and make sure that you come and talk to me for some further details.

Career Hotspot…Sports

Scientist

Sports scientists assist sportspeople to achieve the best possible sporting performance, by applying knowledge and techniques from the areas of medicine, physiology, biomechanics (the study of human movement), motor control and development, nutrition, psychology and physiotherapy/massage.

Personal Requirements:

interest in sport and

fitness

interest in medicine or

the sciences

good observation and

problem-solving skills

able to work with accuracy and attention

to detail

Education and Training:

To become a sports scientist you usually have to

study sports and/or exercise science or human

movement studies at university. Alternatively,

you may choose to complete a degree in a

relevant area such as nutrition, physiotherapy or

medicine, followed by further studies in sport To

get into the sports-related courses you usually

need to gain your HSC/ACT Year 12. The various

universities have different prerequisites and some have flexible entry requirements.

Employment Opportunities:

Sports scientists work at sports institutes,

sporting clinics, health studios and sporting

associations. Many professionals working in

sports medicine are self-employed and may

subcontract their services. Clients include

professional and social sportspeople. Sports

scientists may work as consultants in health,

fitness or rehabilitation. Some sports scientists

volunteer at sporting clubs. For any additional

information please contact (02)62074388 or visit

www.tams.act.gov.au/play/sport_and_recreation

/actas or www.ausport.gov.au/ais

In this issue…

Aboriginal liaison Officer…. Page 1

Australian Training Company.... Page 5

Ballarat University…. Page 5

BWAC Australia…. Page 2

Coffee & RSA School…. Page 4

Lattitude..... Page 3

My Gateway…. Page 4

NSW Marine Industry…. Page 5

NSW Sports Federation…. Page 3

RCNA Nursing & Health…. Page 3

Ski-board Internships…. Page 2

Student Exchange Australia…. Page 3

Sydney Film School…. Page 2

Sydney Film School…. Page 7

Sydney University…. Page 1

TAFE Pre-Apprenticeship Courses…. Page 4

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Jobs of the Future

Interface

Designer

Soon your PC will

not be the only interactive digital

element in your home. Scientists are

needed to work on ways to streamline

the home experience, from

integrated entertainment elements

to simpler multifunction pads to

adjust climate control devices. Part

of the challenge is to devise ways to

make new interface elements

attractive and user-friendly.

1st Open Day!

When: Saturday 8 September 2012 Where: 26-32 Waterloo Street

Surry Hills, NSW2010 If your dream job isn't the average 9 to 5, William Angliss Institute can help turn your passion for foods, tourism and hospitality into a rewarding career. These careers are challenging and exciting. No grey suits or paper shuffling. These are vocations for creative people and careers you can pursue anywhere in the world. Must do on Open Day See cookery & coffee demonstrations See classes in action in our state-of-the-art facilities Speak with trainers and staff about the fantastic opportunities available. For more information, please visit: www.angliss.edu.au or call 1300 264 547

International Volunteering for 17-25s

Lattitude Global Volunteering (formerly known as Gap Activity Projects) is an international youth development charity. Our mission is to educate and develop young people worldwide by providing inclusive opportunities for them to make a positive difference to the lives of others through a distinctive, challenging, structured and supported international volunteering experience in a culture and community different from their own. Through global volunteering, we aim to give young people the opportunity to realise the world beyond their community and to truly engage with it. They are encouraged to develop awareness and responsibilities towards themselves and other, equipping them with vital life skills.

Everybody is looking for a different experience, which is why there a wide variety of opportunities around the world. Whether you’re better suited to working in a classroom or outdoors, as part of a team or individually, there is a placement which would benefit from your skills. There are six different roles to choose from which are available as needed in many countries.

School Assistant

Teacher

Sports Coach

Outdoor Activities Instructor

Community Worker

Caring Assistant To find out more information and to read returned volunteers stories, please visit; www.lattitude.org.au info@lattitude.org.au

Students can also speak to returned volunteers.

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CS4HS at Sydney is a free two day workshop for high school math, science and computing teachers.

The next CS4HS @ Sydney workshop will be held on the 27th and 28th September. Registrations are now open.

Previous workshops have introduced participants to the design and study of algorithms that are used daily in applications such as Internet search engines, online advertising auctions, algorithmic trading on the stock market, genome sequencing, and artificial intelligence and that have made an impact in our society.

The CS4HS workshops are sponsored by Google and include informative talks by industry and academic leaders and demonstrate engaging ways to introduce recent developments in IT into high school computing classes, as well as incorporating computer science skills into high school science and mathematics classes in line with the proposed national curriculum. Participants also have the opportunity to interact with senior software engineers from Google.

Our workshops aim to provide teachers with support, materials and real world examples of computation in action for use in a classroom setting, including text materials and data for experiments. We present recent developments in the field of computer science and the exciting problems that students can work towards.

Discussion opportunities include a panel of industry representatives, academics and current university students, with a specific focus on how IT skills and algorithmic thinking are necessary for many careers, not just in computer science but also encompassing engineering, science, medical research, architecture and the arts.

We also showcase some of the extension activities and programs run by the university to extend academically gifted students, such as the National Computer Science School and NCSS Challenge.

The workshop is free of charge and seats are limited. For teachers outside the Sydney area a limited number of travel grants are available. Enquiries to Nicky Ringland, Outreach Officer, University of Sydney, cs4hs@it.usyd.edu.au

Robotics in the classroom High-school students will soon be benefiting from Macquarie's expertise in robotics through a new program that brings high-tech computing into the classroom. Conducted as part of Google's CS4HS (Computer Science 4 High School), the program promotes computer science and computational thinking in high schools by training teachers how best to engage their students in Years 7-10. It was established in 2010 and this year saw schools participate in Europe, North America, Canada, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Australia and New Zealand. Teachers who participated in Macquarie's program were provided with a robotics kit valued at $1000 to take back to their schools. They have been encouraged to enter a team of students from their school into the FIRST Tech Challenge National Tournament, to be held at Macquarie in December. To prepare for the challenge, student teams are required to design, build, program and test their robot. They must keep an engineering notebook documenting what they do, along with their communication and interaction with the community. Support for the workshop was provided by Macquarie's Pro-Vice Chancellor - Social Inclusion and the Australian Government's Higher Education Participation and Partnerships Program, which aims to increase participation in higher education by students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Learn more about Google's Computer Science 4 High School initiative and find out how your school can get involved.

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Apprenticeship: New: Fitter Machining Apprenticeship – 1st Year Location: Turrella Qualification to be undertaken: Engineering (Mechanical) Certificate III Landscaping Apprenticeship – 1st Year Location: Sydney Qualification to be undertaken: Landscape Construction Certificate III Bricklaying Apprenticeship Location: Campbelltown Qualification to be undertaken: Bricklaying/Block laying Certificate III Electrical Apprenticeship – 2nd / 3rd Year Location: Sydney Qualification to be undertaken: Electro technology Electrician Certificate III Carpentry Apprenticeship – 1st / 2nd / 3rd Year Location: Sydney Qualification to be undertaken: Carpentry Certificate III Horticulture Apprenticeship x 2 – 1st Year Location: Botany Qualification to be undertaken: Horticulture (Parks & Gardens) Certificate III

Traineeship: New: Part time Junior Administration / Reception Traineeship Location: Mittagong Qualification to be undertaken: Business Administration Certificate III Junior Administration Traineeship Location: Hurstville Qualification to be undertaken: Business Administration Certificate III Junior Administration Traineeship Location: Prestons Qualification to be undertaken: Business Administration Certificate III Administration Traineeship - Receptionist Location: Newtown

Qualification to be undertaken: Business Administration Certificate III Junior Real Estate Traineeship Location: Liverpool Qualification to be undertaken: Property Services (Real Estate) Certificate IV Horticulture Traineeship Location: Hurstville Qualification to be undertaken: Horticulture Certificate III For more information or to apply please visit our website www.mygateway.org.au And click on ‘Job Vacancies’

Careers in rail

Over 100,000 men and women

are employed in rail throughout urban and

regional Australia in diverse operational and

professional occupations. Many more people

work in support industries providing goods

and services.

This workforce is a valued part of today's

dynamic rail industry. Having the right

people in the right jobs is a key element and

provides individual employees with

opportunities to contribute to business

success and realise their personal potential.

Rail Careers

If you are looking for

a job in the rail

industry, check out

the Rail Careers

website.

www.ara.net.au/careers-in-rail

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MWLP are running a FREE Career Service for students who have left school with a HSC or Cert 2. 17 – 19 year olds. This service aims to provide career guidance and planning for students who have left school but are still unsure of what they would like to do. Each student involved in this initiative will have the opportunity to attend an initial session that will motivate, encourage and prepare them for the service. Students will then work one on one with a Career Coach to either look at full time employment and or further education and training options. The service will run on the following days, please see below: Campbelltown Region Venue: Campbelltown Catholic Club, Philips

Room Date: Monday 10th September 2012 Time: 10:00am – 1:30pm Camden Region Venue: Narellan Library, Youth Space Date: Monday 24th September 2012 Time: 10:00am – 1:30pm Wollondilly Region Venue: Tahmoor Community Centre, Youth

Space Date: Monday 8th October 2012 Time: 10:00am – 1:30pm

www.mwlp.com.au/icareer-registration Alternatively you can contact us on 4625 1863.

WANTED!

Metal & Engineering

Apprentices

Would you like to work in an industry which is challenging, interesting and varied, well paid and provides opportunities for continuing education? “World-class engineering companies across Macarthur are looking for you.” Come and see local firms under operational conditions, with your son or daughter (Year 8-12) and talk with apprentices, trades people at work, employers and TAFE. Narellan – Tuesday 28th August and/or Ingleburn – Wednesday 29th August 3.45pm – 6.30pm Register for a Visit at Website www.mwlp.com.au

What’s in it for you?

With a Metal and Engineering trade in the manufacturing industry you can earn $17,000 per year as an apprentice to over $100,000 a year as a qualified trade’s person. Your skills could lead to:

International travel opportunities

Paid further study

Quick advancement up the career ladder Average weekly pay rates within the Industry Engineer $2300 Management $1790 Operations Management $1675 Self Employed $1460 Trade Teacher $1210 Sales & Marketing $1222 Second Trade $1030 Drafting & Design $950 Tradesperson $900 The industry offers lots of opportunities across many areas of Metal and Engineering and it’s great to have the chance to earn money while you learn. www.mwlp.com.au

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Pre-apprenticeships Pre-employment Pre-vocational An apprenticeship is a combination of work and structured training which leads to a nationally recognised trade qualification. Apprenticeships generally last four years and cover traditional trade areas. For people unable to secure an apprenticeship, a great alternative is a pre-apprenticeship course. Pre-apprenticeship courses help students start their career by providing preliminary skills for an apprenticeship. Students can get credit for up to the first year of an apprenticeship. Pre-apprenticeships also provide an opportunity for students to experience a trade area and decide if it’s the right one for them. Pre-employment and Pre-vocational courses are similar in that they provide training in basic skills for a specific industry area. These skills may assist in securing an apprenticeship or traineeship and give students practical skills for the workforce, as well as improve their chances of gaining employment. Entry requirements There are no formal educational requirements for pre-apprenticeship/employment courses. Often participants will be required to attend an Information Session prior to admission into these courses.

For more information and a list of courses available, please visit: www.swsi.tafensw.edu.au

Course: Events

Qualification Certificate III Course number 18052 National Code SIT30607 Locations: Bankstown and Granville This course will provide you with the practical knowledge and skills required for coordinating and managing events in the community, cultural, business, hospitality, sporting and tourism sectors. You will develop your knowledge of the events industry and learn a range of practical meeting and event management skills, and administrative and operational skills. You can also choose from a range of electives to learn skills such as ushering, ticketing and seating, organising equipment and props, bump in/bump out, audio-visual services and a range of hospitality activities. In addition to the TAFE NSW Administration Fee, there is a student learning materials contribution fee of $100. Entry Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for this course. NSW Liquor and Gaming regulations mean that you must be over 18 to study units or work in areas involving gambling or the service of alcohol. You must apply for this course. When you have passed this course, you can apply for advanced standing in the Diploma of Events, or other qualifications in the Tourism, Hospitality and Events Training Package (SIT07). For more information please visit: www.swsi.tafensw.edu.au To ask more questions about studying Events @ SWSi, please contact Head Teacher Amanda Good on 0412 075 535 or via email amanda.good@tafensw.edu.au

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In 2012, the National Careers & Employment Expo

and WorldSkills Ultimate Skills Challenge will be held over 25,000 sqm at the Sydney Showground, Olympic Park from Thursday 30th August to Saturday 1st September 2012. FREE ENTRY to the public and open every day from 9 am to 4pm.

The student days are Thursday 30th and Friday 31st August 2012 and all activities are tailored for students.

This largest national FREE EVENT in Sydney will invite visitors both young and old to come along and get careers advice, discuss study options with leading education providers and source information on industries of interest and speak directly with major employers about employment opportunities within their organisations.

FAST FACTS...

* The event will occupy the DOME and all Exhibition Halls * Exhibitors will be located either within a Category Cluster or within the Main Arena. * Official Event Guide will appear thanks to major support from News Limited mastheads and digital channels. * Huge arenas dedicated to interactive activities where the general public is encouraged to Try'a Skill and Try'a Trade. * Tailored Seminars over the 3 days *TAFE, Colleges, RTO and GTO *Graduate, Apprenticeship & Traineeship Opportunities. The annual opportunity for students to explore from a wide variety of career pathways across some of the following industries. Computer & IT – Telecommunications – Aviation & Aerospace – Sports – Healthcare – Automotive – Agriculture & Forestry – Mining – Hospitality – Arts & Entertainment – Engineering – Energy – Construction – Finance & Insurance – Transport & Logistics – Retail – Government – Defence – Environment – Tourism Please contact us or phone 1300 667 121 for more information on this event, or visit www.eocexpo.com.au for online registration

The Defence Work Experience Program provides

students who are interested in a career with

Defence an opportunity to explore the wide

variety of careers available across Army, Navy,

Air Force and the Australian Public Service.

Defence establishments in New South Wales and

across Australia will be offering a variety of

exciting work experience placement

opportunities in 2012 which include, but are not

limited to, the following:

• Careers Days- Focusing on the different

careers available in the Army, Navy and

Air Force.

• Work Experience (Yr. 10-12) – Students

are immersed in the workplace for 3-5

day placements.

• Work Experience (TAFE-TVET) –

Students are placed in areas in support

of their studies.

Placement opportunities

for 2012 and available

dates are now up on the

Defence Work

Experience website. For

more information and

application forms, please

visit: www.defence.gov.au/workexperience

Or email:

nnsw.workexperienceporgram@defence.gov.au

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Career Opportunities The Star is more than a

casino, a hotel, a

restaurant or bar – it’s a

complete entertainment

destination offering

countless opportunities to develop your

career.

No matter which area of the business you

join, you will find there are opportunities to

learn something new, become the best at

what you do and to take your career to a

new level.

Check out some of our upcoming opportunities

Hotel

Our second hotel, The Darling, will be

Sydney’s first new 5-star hotel in over a

decade. With 171 luxurious rooms and a 16-

room spa there will be opportunities for

people with all levels of hotel experience,

from seasoned professionals to hotel school

graduates.

Opportunities:

Housekeeping Porter

Sales Concierge

Valet Reservations

Butler Spa

Manager Reception

Pool & Fitness Restaurants

Restaurants

With an all-star cast of chefs, you’ll be

working with the best. The culinary line-up

includes David Chang of Momofuku, Chase

Kojima from the Nobu Empire, Melbourne’s

Teage Ezard, Italian maestro Stefano

Manfredi, Sydney’s Golden Century, Adriano

Zumbo and Flying Fish’s Peter Kuruvita.

Opportunities:

Chef Sommelier

Kitchen staff Restaurant Manager

Wait staff Supervisor

Host

Opportunities may also come up in

departments such as Entertainment,

Facilities, Maintenance, Operations, HR,

Finance, Legal and Compliance.

Talent Pool

Interested in a role that’s

not currently advertised?

Please review our

'Expression of Interest' ads listed on the

Job Search page. ``If you don’t find an ad

which suits your experience, please email

careers@futurestar.com.au

Or to find out more information about

career opportunities, visit:

www.star.com.au/careers/pages/your-

future-starts-here.aspx

DISCLAIMER

We remind you of the

necessity to confirm

details with each institution, particularly if the

information is additional to that provided in the

UAC guide

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The School for Excellence (TSFX) is a private organisation that provides educational services to Year 11 and 12 students. Since 1991, our proven range of specialised workshops and lectures has consistently seen many of our students appear among the top 100 performers in the state. Our lectures and tutorial programs are based on a unique system, which ensures that students receive the best opportunities to optimise their HSC scores. We believe that given the right opportunities, guidance and support, EVERY student has the potential to excel in their studies. The Essentials Our "Essentials Exam Revision" programs have

been designed to provide students with a thorough

coverage of the knowledge and skills required to

obtain high marks in the final HSC exams. Students

will also derive immeasurable benefit from the

advice, experience, insight and perspectives from

select teachers and exam assessors from top

performing schools across NSW.

Subjects Offered Ancient History, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, English Advanced, English Standard, Economics, General Maths, Legal Studies, Maths (2 Unit), Maths Extension 1, Maths Extension 2, Modern History, PDHPE and Physics. Each lecture is being prepared and delivered by qualified currently practising HSC teachers and /or markers who possess the knowledge and experience to demonstrate the means by which students can achieve the higher band scores. Lectures commence Saturday 22nd September 2012

at The University of Sydney (Camperdown).

For more information or for registration forms,

please visit. www.tsfx.com.au/nsw/

High School Year Overseas

What is Student Exchange?

Are you ready for the adventure of a student

exchange? During your EF High School Year you

will get the opportunity to challenge yourself, meet

new people, grow as a person, and perhaps learn a

foreign language!.

What is an EF High School Year exchange?

EF High School Year is an exchange program for

students between 14 and 18 years old. This study

abroad program varies in length and students can

choose from the 2 or 3 months Summer Explorer

Program, the academic semester or year program.

Exchange students live with a carefully selected

host family and attend a public high school abroad.

The most exciting time of your life

On an EF exchange, you will study side-by-side

with local students, participate in the daily life of

your host family and make new friends. The

program will broaden your horizon and provide

advantages and skills that will benefit your future

studies and career. You will experience new things

and might become fluent in another language. But

most of all you will have the time of your life!

For more information please visit:

www.ef.com/highschool

Editor’s note:

This newsletter is produced and distributed by

Tracey Bugden of Thomas Reddall High

School. It may not be placed on your website,

but may be reproduced by subscribing schools

for their own school use.