Year 12 Parent Information TAS / Presentation by Barney Buntine
The year so far - an strong degree of application and growth; girls Reaching out for opportunity; building a portfolio; what uni’s want; leadership “If you want a job done - give it to a busy person” TAS / Presentation by Barney Buntine
Supporting your child: * working and motivation - no “one size fj ts all”; School, student, parent triangle; wellbeing priority * navigating the year and beyond * making good decisions: Work, social life, cars, digital citizenship, sport etc - “tapping the wheel” TAS / Presentation by Barney Buntine
Parties - Alcohol: trends and science. Abstention and take up. Open dialogue with police, other parents; understand the law and duty of care responsibilities Party information sheet Hosting leave TAS / Presentation by Barney Buntine
Schoolies - alternatives (adventure/ service trips) The typical mental journey - stress TAS / Presentation by Barney Buntine
Referees and References - Advisors, Housemasters, DPC, DCC, DHM, HM School Testimonial “Best year of school” - purposeful and a shared experience ATAR is not “be all and end all”
Thank you
The Armidale School Careers Program 2017
TAS Careers Program At TAS we encourage our students to take action as they prepare for their future endeavours beyond school life. We assist students to build a career profile, explore career ideas, consider career options and begin to develop a career plan. Students are also introduced to a range of career ideas, university subject selection information, employment and career prospects. We offer Careers Advice NOT Careers Decisions. We can assist you to find your directions and focus but ultimately the decision is yours, and as such you have to invest the time, thought and effort to reach a suitable decision or conclusion for you. IT’S YOUR LIFE!!!!!!!!!
Self awareness-Things to consider PERSONAL INTERESTS . • Technology, sport, adventure, drama, music, etc SUBJECT STRENGTH (Likes and dislikes) • This is used most frequently to decide career directions. Information readily available. SKILLS & ABILITIES . • Most difficult to assess. People tend to underestimate the abilities. • Abilities lead into skills. • Tests & quizzes frequently used. • Examine your commitments and activities for evidence.
Self awareness cont. PERSONALITY TRAITS. Dictate your ability to work in groups, independently, http://study.une.edu.au/ci/documents/detail/2/students-the-armidale-school-mff GOALS IN LIFE. What do want to achieve? Where do you think you will be in 5, 10, 15, 20 years? How do you plan to get there? Expectations?
Self awareness cont. How do we measure this Key Concept? Assessment Tools WIRL (What’s it really like) http://www.wirl.com.au Name: armidale Password: giant19 Other online tests but generally have to pay to use. Discussions with parents/guardians School reports School activities and expeditions - completed External information from parents and significant others Achievements - Leadership, business acumen.
USEFUL WEBSITES JOB JUMP: https://jobjump.com.au Need to register - Name: The Armidale School - Password: cubs My Future: http://www.myfuture.edu.au My skills: http://www.myskills.gov.au Plus many others.
Job Jump. Main Features Career Exploration My ATAR My Course My Resume
Career exploration/pathways • Research options based on information presented. • Pathways: -Workforce - TAFE/Vocational training. - Tertiary - GAP Year (Not a career choice) Workforce • Numerous options - skills and abilities - background knowledge and training. - Acquisition skills? - Competitive Market. - High youth unemployment. - How do you make yourself stand out from the crowd?
Australian Tertiary Education Levels
TAFE / Vocational training - the main public provider. http://www.highered.tafensw.edu.au/courses/the-tafe-advantage.html#.VO5Ncku7594 • Offers a large range of courses. • Alternative to University study. • Tends to be more industry based. • Smaller classes and venues. • Wide range of courses. • Diplomas through to Advanced Diplomas (Associate Degrees). • Not for everyone. • New England TAFE is our closest campus.
List of Private Vocational colleges in Australia http://www.acpet.edu.au/article/7547/updated-list-of-svp-education-providers-and-partners/ The list of colleges, both private and public is very long. Need to carefully about choosing one that suits your needs. There has been some controversy over training colleges. Govt offer “Fee-Help” which is similar to HECS.
Australian Universities
TERTIARY • Massive choice of Universities and Colleges. • Each offers a huge range of courses to choose from. • Eg Syd University http://sydney.edu.au/courses/a-z/E • Universities are very keen to get your enrolments • Tertiary education has become very competitive in recent years. • Most degree courses are 4 years of full time study. • University is not free. You pay through HECS. • SRS. Nine Universities that offer SRS. Applications process. • Scholarships and Bursaries: Generally reserved for the most needy or the best students. Eg Sydney University scholarship for the dux of the school. • Living away from home - need to consider residential colleges or private accommodation. Can be very expensive. • AuStudy http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/centrelink/austudy
• Sydney Careers Expo : 1st - 4th of June http://www.hscandcareers.com.au/ Need to investigate. If interest is present. Cost Last year was Riverview weekend. about $130 Travel down on the Thursday night. Rugby players stay Go to Expo on Friday. down if game in Sydney Visit Syd Uni & UNSW & others? that weekend. Maybe a play Friday night (English Others return Saturday related) morning.
Career decision making • TAS is very supportive about assisting you to make the right decision for you. • BUT the ultimate decision is yours. • Career interviews. • ATAR predictions. Best done after exam periods. • Subject selection. • Careers Newsletters - sent via email. Subject based. • TAS Careers website - information posted. http://www.as.edu.au • Noticeboard in Year 12 common room. • Advisors • HSC Study Guide.
Career management skills These are the skills that enable you to seek, find, apply for and acquire your particular career pathway. They include: • Communication skills. • Curriculum Vitae / Resume. There is no difference between a resume and a curriculum vitae (CV). The terms are used interchangeably. Remember your CV is a marketing and branding exercise about you, and should make the best representation of your skills and abilities to a potential employer. • Interview skills. • Skills & knowledge. • Contributions to school, community and other activities. • Work experience & technical skills. • Presentation skills. • School reports & letters of recommendation.
If you are not satisfied with where you are currently, then there is still time to make a difference.
Year 12 Parent Information Session
Year 12 Parent Information Session What support is available for you to navigate the next 6 months?
Need extra help or guidance? • Other students, teachers, advisors • Careers Advisor, Director of Pastoral Care or Director of Studies • Library - Ms Hill in the Study Centre • Yr 12 Study Days - in lieu of Activities • HSC tutoring at night • HSC Study camp - end of Term 3 holidays
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/key_dates/pdf_doc/hsc-practical-performance-dates-2017.pdf
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/key_dates/pdf_doc/hsc-practical-performance-dates-2015.pdf
Year 12 Parent Information Session 2018 and beyond
Decisions to be made • What to study? • Which Institution? • Will you defer? • Accommodation? • $ - Scholarships TAS / Presentation by Murray Guest - Seonia Wark / TAS Headmaster - Director of Studies/ 25.05.2012
TAS / Presentation by Murray Guest - Seonia Wark / TAS Headmaster - Director of Studies/ 25.05.2012
Applying for University in NSW • UAC number - costs - need credit card • UAC applications - usually September • Some courses have early closing dates - extra selection criteria • You can change your preferences - but watch requirements that may exist with Early Entry Schemes www.uac.edu.au TAS / Presentation by Murray Guest - Seonia Wark / TAS Headmaster - Director of Studies/ 25.05.2012
http://www.qtac.edu.au
http://www.vtac.edu.au
Year 12 Parent Information Session What if your ATAR is not quite enough?
Regional Bonus Schemes Some institutions apply automatic bonus points if you live in or attend school in a certain region. For more information check the websites of the relevant institution/s • Australian National University • Macquarie University • Central Queensland University • Southern Cross University • Charles Sturt University • University of Newcastle • Gri ffi th University • University of New England • La Trobe University • University of Western Sydney
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