Term 3 Issue No. 6 18th September 2015

Inside this Issue

Year 12’s –SATAC Date

TafeSA Applications

University of Adelaide Open Night

University of Adelaide Open Day: Relive the Experience

A Practical Guide to Uni Preferences

Vocational Education & Training Celebration Assembly

SA University Visits

Flinders Live Facebook Q&A

Flinders Tours

Flinders New Courses for English Students

Flinders/TafeSA Bachelor of Creative Arts (Fashion) Info Sessions

TafeSA Conservation & Land Management Info Session

TafeSA Justice & Policing Study Pathways

Stress and Anxiety

SAIBT Pathways

ACU Pathway Program

ACU Current Student Videos

ANU Equity Accommodation Scholarships

RuralBiz Online Learning

Flight Centre Travel Academy

Year 10’s – Voice SA

Aust Defence Force Academy Education Award

Aust Govt Cadetships, Scholarships & Work Experience Opportunities

Labour Market Information Portal

My Skills Australia: Information Sheets

AFS Open Days

Gapyear.com

MyFuture Scholarships

Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Night

Become a Psychologist Pathway

YFU Student Exchange Online Information Session

UN Youth Australia 2016 International Programs

Endeavour College of Natural Health Open Day

National Summer Art Scholarship 2016

C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship

Build Your Own Blog: New Writer Scholarship 2015

Morrison Mentoring Short Story Competition

The Uni of Melbourne – Access Melbourne

Whitehouse Institute of Design

Daniel Cagney – CCUSA Camp Counselors USA Award

Year 12’s – SATAC Date Wednesday 30th September is early closing date for most undergraduate courses for 2016. Apply by this date to avoid paying a late fee. http://www.satac.edu.au/undergraduate

TafeSA Applications Applications for courses at TafeSA in 2016 open 14th

September. Applications should be made via SATAC. www.satac.edu.au Course information http://www.tafesa.edu.au/

University of Adelaide Open Night Thursday 10th December Get your first taste of the University of Adelaide by visiting the campus and taking

part in a range of activities to introduce you to student life. http://www.adelaide.edu.au/opennight/

University of Adelaide Open Day: Relive the Experience If you missed out on open day or want to look back at some of the things you learnt, check out the University of Adelaide’s open day website, with videos and recordings of talks from the day. http://www.adelaide.edu.au/openday/

A Practical Guide to University Preferences If you’re preparing to submit your uni preferences, it’s likely you’ll have a few questions about choosing a course and institution. This article explores some of the questions that are probably on your mind. http://www.hobsonscoursefinder.com.au/Latest-news/Getting-into-university/A-practical-guide-to-university-preferences

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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING CELEBRATION ASSEMBLY

It is my pleasure today to acknowledge two of our former scholars, both of whom participated in the College’s VET Program.

Tori Wilmot graduated from our College in 2014 and during her time at the College was a very hard-working and committed member of our school. In 2013, at Year 11, Tori studied for 6 months for the Certificate II in Community Services and then decided to change and take up a School Based Apprenticeship working through a Certificate III & IV in Disability at CARA Woodville. Last year while in Year 12, Tori continued her studies for her qualifications in Disability with CARA as part of the School Based Apprenticeship Program, she also worked in this area. This year, Tori has been working full-time as a Community Support worker at CARA, Oaklands Park. She has taken time off from work earlier this year and travelled overseas to relax and do the touristy thing, (spend money). Tori is planning to go to University and study Teaching - Majoring in Special Education, to work with young people who have Disabilities. In July this year, Tori was the recipient of The Australian Vocational Student Prize, which recognises students who have demonstrated outstanding skills while completing vocational training in senior secondary years. Five hundred prizes of a certificate and $2000, are available nationally each year. Mrs Prue Wilkosz nominated Tori as a worthy recipient and we congratulate Tori.

Our second former scholar we wish to recognise is Josh Barrett. Josh Barratt graduated from our College in 2014 and during his time at the College was regarded as a very capable sportsman which he built upon to forge a career direction. Josh was in the VET program in Year 11 where he completed a Certificate II in Sport and Recreation at Hamilton College. Last Year in Year 12 Josh completed a Certificate III in Sport and Recreation and was part of the School Based Apprenticeship Program where he did his traineeship with Appleton Sport through the AFL Sports Ready Program. Josh is now employed full-time at Our Lady of Grace School at Glengowrie as a Coordinator of Sports. He is also studying for his Certificate IV in Sport and Recreation. Josh’s future direction is to work in the Management field - in the Sporting Industry. He is also looking at some university study. Josh was also a recipient of The Australian Vocational Student Prize for 2014 and had demonstrated outstanding skills while completing vocational training in his senior secondary years. Mrs Prue Wilkosz nominated Josh as a worthy recipient and we congratulate Josh.

The final part of our VET Department celebration involves us recognising our current Year 12 students who will by the end of the year, achieve a full or partial certificate in their chosen field. Many of these students are now actively looking for

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apprenticeships and jobs and we wish them every success. We are very proud of these students, as they have managed to balance both Year 12 and a course off campus, which can be challenging. Tony Finamore VET Coordinator

PLUMBING PATHWAYS @ PEER

Darcy COX Jake CROZIER Oliver HOLT Joshua MORRIS

CERTIFICATE II ELECTRONICS @ PEER Nick ATSALIS, 1st Year Toby ARBON, 1st Year Michael FIELDHOUSE, 1st Year Dylan HERDE, 1st Year Jordan KOSIOL, 1st Year (Sam) PARSONS, 1st Year Jaydn BRIND, 2nd Year Connor MOSS, 2nd Year

CERTIFICATE II CONSTRUCTION (PLUMBING FOCUS) @ PEER Felix BHATIA (Sam) BUTTON

CERTIFICATE II CONSTRUCTION (DOORWAYS TO CONSTRUCTION) @ ROSEWATER TRADE TRAINING CENTRE Christopher GIBBIE

PARTIAL CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY @ MARCELLIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE Nick BROWN Dan GEAR Luke PAPARELLA Benjamin VIGILANTE James NORTON CERTIFICATE II METAL ENGINEERING @ MARCELLIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Josh ENGEL Brody KENNY

CERTIFICATE II AUTOMOTIVE @ MARCELLIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE Callum CLARKE

CERTIFICATE III RURAL OPERATIONS @ REGIONAL SKILLS TRAINING Emma FIELD Bria ROE

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CERTIFICATE II IN SPORTS COACHING (BASKETBALL FOCUS) @ PASDENA HIGH SCHOOL Boris BOSATLIJA

CERTIFICATE III IN FITNESS @ SPORTS SA - NEXT GENERATION (VET NETWORK) Steve DAWSON

CERTIFICATE III HEALTH SERVICES @ WILLIAM LIGHT SCHOOL Emmy HARRIS

CERTIFICATE III DISABILITY@ TAFE ADELAIDE Donna PAYNE

CERTIFICATE III COMMUNITY SERVICES @ HAMILTON COLLEGE Elizabeth BRAY Isabella DEACON Tamsin GROVES Agnes IRRA

CERTIFICATE IV PROPERTY (REAL ESTATE) @ REAL ESTATE INSTITUTE SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Michael BALAWEDJER

CERTIFICATE III DANCE @ STAR ACADEMY

Tea GROSS

CERTIFICATE III IN MUSIC @ COLLEGE OF SOUND AND MUSIC PRODUCTION The Certificate III is a nationally recognised qualification which provides students with skills in areas such as composing, recording, mixing, copyright and performance. Completing this qualification requires a high level of skill on their preferred instrument, as well as commitment and dedication to working independently and with others. The following students completed their Cert III in 2014:

Troy Anderson Alex McDonald Joel Castrechini Dre Ngatokorua Meagan Friday Emmeline Ogilvie Amy Castle Anthony Roach Darren Graham Zoe Russell-Von Bujdoss Tea Gross Joe Slater Sarah Hoadley Mia Vizzari Harry Honner-Hounslow Grace Waugh Bethan Maddison Adam Wray

James McCaffery

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SA University Visits On Monday 7th September Ms Robyn Sutherland, Dre Ngatokorua, Leona Fatt Clifton and I were lucky enough to visit all three SA university campuses. We heard some inspiring stories from students and also learnt of the great support offered to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. It was made more special by the fact that at Flinders Uni old scholar Kirstie Salter spoke to us and took us on a tour of the new building developments and at Adelaide Uni, old scholar Louise Mitchell also spoke to us and gave us some great information and AU freebies. UniSA were equally welcoming and on the tour took us into their moot court as well as their design and 3D printing facilities. It was a great opportunity to get a feel for campus life and to see the wonderful facilities offered at each of the universities. Mrs Prue Wilkosz Pathways Coordinator

Flinders Live Facebook Q&A Monday 28th September, 11:30am – 1:30pm Have your questions about undergraduate study at Flinders answered online during this session by

Student Advisers from the university. https://www.facebook.com/events/111825235838812/

Flinders Tours If you couldn’t make it to Open Day, it’s not too late to take a tour of the Flinders campus. Tour times can be made for the school holidays, in which you can check out the facilities and ask questions from a Prospective Student Advisor or current student. https://www.flinders.edu.au/future-students/got-a-question-enquire-now/book-a-campus-tour.cfm

Flinders University New Courses for English Students Communication and Professional Writing provides skills and knowledge to effectively research, write, design and produce communication content for a range of media platforms. SATAC Code: 234071 Guaranteed Entry ATAR: 75 Arts and Science provides flexibility and will appeal to students who have interests in these disciplines. Students can choose from over 40 different majors, and will also study communication, numeracy and a capstone topic within the course. SATAC Code: 234011 Guaranteed Entry ATAR: 75 Further information on these new courses can be found at: www.flinders.edu.au/newcourses2016

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Flinders/TAFE SA Bachelor of Creative Arts (Fashion) Information Sessions Wednesday 21st October, 6pm – 7:30pm Wednesday 18th November, 6pm – 7:30pm

These information sessions will provide information about studying a Bachelor of Creative Arts in Fashion, a degree from Flinders University, but which is provided at the TAFE SA campus. https://www.tafesa.edu.au/xml/course/aw/aw_unifl0004.aspx

TAFE SA Conservation & Land Management Information Session Urrbrae: Tuesday 22nd September, 6pm – 7pm Find out about studying a Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management, with options to begin study in 2015. http://www.tafesa.edu.au/courses/info-sessions

TAFE SA Justice and Policing Studies Study Pathways: Paralegal (including pathway to Adelaide University Law school)

Conveyancing

Police & Law Enforcement

Paralegal: the Certificate IV in Legal Services (SATAC Code 701039 for face to face students and 701408 for online) is a one year course (longer part time) that is available by attendance or externally. There are excellent career prospects as a legal secretary, legal assistant or law clerk in law firms and justice agencies. Experienced paralegals are well paid. A significant proportion of students in this course are already working in law firms or justice agencies. This Certificate articulates directly into the Diploma of Legal Services. As almost all Diploma students are working in law firms the Diploma is part time, structured and paced with full time employees in mind. Diploma Graduates will be able to gain entry to Adelaide University Law School with some credits towards the law degree. There are now three law schools in SA which makes for an extremely competitive job market for new lawyers. The TAFE pathway to a professional legal career is worth considering because the practical training involved and relevant job experience in a law firm along the way could provide the edge to actually get a job as a lawyer.

Conveyancing: Students interested in careers related to the legal system could also consider the study and career pathway for Conveyancing. The Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing (attendance course SATAC Code 901316 or external course SATAC Code 901316) is a two year part-time course available by attendance or externally. The Torrens land titling system in use in SA is world best practice and requires diligence, attention to detail and skill. This qualification focuses on the development of legal knowledge and skills including those required for working in a conveyancing environment, reviewing and preparing documents and taking the file to settlement. This course will provide the students with the skills necessary for practical and clerical functions in the conveyancing industry. They will be able to seek employment as a conveyancing clerk, or in positions associated with conveyancing in the Land Titles Office, a financial institution or legal firm. Completion of the Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing satisfies Consumer and Business Affairs licencing requirements enabling students to become a registered Conveyancer and possibly establish their own business. Students who complete the Diploma currently enjoy generous credit recognition should they gain entry to the Bachelor of Government and Public Management at Flinders University.

Police: the Certificate III in Police Studies was designed by TAFE SA in collaboration with SAPOL as preparation for a career in policing. This 9 unit course runs as a semester length course (longer part time) either as an attendance course (SATAC Code 601319) or an online course (SATAC Code 601341). The course is delivered by a team of lecturers comprising lawyers and former senior police officers with extensive police training and policing experience. Participants receive extensive advice on the personal development and preparation required for successful recruitment into SA Police.

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Stress and Anxiety There’s a difference between good stress and bad stress. Good stress can help you get through tough situations because you’re alert and ready to face the thing you’re anxious about. Bad stress is when you feel uptight and nervous all the time. Stress relief is about finding ways to manage your anxiety. There’s plenty of info on it as well as information on what could be going on if it’s something more serious. http://au.reachout.com/tough-times/somethings-not-right/stress-and-anxiety Beating exam stress http://au.reachout.com/beating-exam-stress

SAIBT Pathways The South Australian Institute of Business and Technology provides pathway opportunities to the University of South Australia. SAIBT offers Diploma programs in a number of areas that can then allow you to transfer into a degree program with credit at UniSA, as well as a number of

other universities around Australia. https://www.saibt.sa.edu.au/ http://www.unisa.edu.au/Study-at-UniSA/Study-with-us/Entry-pathways/SAIBT/

ACU Pathway Program Did you know it’s still possible to attend ACU if you don’t make the ATAR cut off for a particular course? ACU’s Pathway Programs are designed to enable you to develop your skills and to make the transition into university study as easy as possible. Successful completion of these

programs can lead to entry into degree level courses. Find out more: http://www.acu.edu.au/courses/2015/other_courses/pathway

ACU Current Student Videos ACU has a number of videos on YouTube featuring interviews with current students about their life at ACU. The videos provide an insight into the various courses available. https://www.youtube.com/user/viewACU

ANU Equity Accommodation Scholarships Each year the Australian National University will offer a number of scholarships to assist students in financial need from outside of the Canberra region who are commencing a degree program at the Australian National University. The scholarships aim to assist

students with the accommodation expenses associated with relocating to Canberra to commence at ANU. http://www.anu.edu.au/students/scholarships-support/anu-equity-accommodation-scholarship

RuralBiz Online Learning RuralBiz Online offers accredited courses in agriculture and agribusiness. The courses are offered online and are well suited to students who wish to study while working. http://www.ruralbiztraining.com.au/

Flight Centre Travel Academy Flight Centre Travel Academy are among the leading training providers for the travel industry. They offer courses in Tourism, Travel and Business, and Travel Agency. They are

opening an Adelaide campus soon – contact 1300 369 649 for further information or enrolment. https://www.fctravelacademy.com/

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Year 10’s - Voice SA Voice is a public speaking competition run by UN Youth for students in years 7-10. The competition doesn’t require public speaking experience, and asks students to choose an issue of global importance and develop an innovative solution to present to their peers and the wider community. The competition is a great introduction to discovering and exploring international affairs in a friendly environment. Registrations opened in August. https://unyouth.org.au/event/voice-sa/

Australian Defence Force Academy Education Award Presented annually to Year 12 students in recognition of leadership potential, and academic and sporting achievements exhibited during Year 11. The award comprises of a laptop computer and certificate for you, along with a plaque of recognition for your school. There

are up to 100 awards available on behalf of the Navy, Army and Air Force which will be presented to suitable applicants who have applied for entry to ADFA. You need to submit an application prior to 28 February in the year you undertake Year 12. However, you are encouraged to apply in Year 11. http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/howToApply/educationAward.aspx

Australian Government Cadetships, Scholarships and Work Experience Opportunities The Australian government has a number of cadetship, scholarship, and work experience opportunities within Australian Government departments and agencies. To view these opportunities, visit: http://australia.gov.au/topics/employment-and-workplace/australian-government-jobs/cadetships-scholarships-work-experience

Labour Market Information Portal This resource provides up to date labour market information to help better understand which industries are employing in your local area. http://www.deewr.gov.au/lmip/

My Skills Australia: Information Sheets My Skills Australia’s Information Sheets help explain manufacturing career paths by highlighting the key skills, specialisations and relevant qualifications for job outcomes. Designed for school-leavers, the information sheets showcase over 15 industry sectors related to manufacturing.

https://www.myskills.net.au/future.aspx

AFS Open Days AFS run exchange programs across the world, and Open Days are the chance to find out about the programs on offer. Online sessions are available.

Sessions will be held in Adelaide on Sunday 20th September and Sunday 25th October. http://www.afs.org.au/news-and-events/open-days/

Gapyear.com A website providing opportunities and advice for students interested in taking a gap year. http://www.gapyear.com/

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MyFuture Scholarships The MyFuture website lists a large number of scholarships available to students who will be studying at university in 2016. To view the scholarships, visit: http://myfuture.edu.au/tools-and-resources/study-or-training-options/scholarshipsearch

Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Night Wednesday 14th October, 6pm – 8pm @ Adelaide Campus, Days Road, Regency Park Find out what a day in the life of a Le Cordon Bleu student is like, see chefs in action, and

enjoy canapés served by the management students. Contact: australiahub@cordonbleu.edu RSVP: http://www.lecordonbleu.com.au/news/af-culinary-nights2015

Become a Psychologist Pathway The Australian Psychological Society has outlined the pathway to become a registered Psychologist. In short it takes a minimum of six years in education and training broken into undergraduate study, postgraduate study, internship and a registrar program. http://www.psychology.org.au/studentHQ/studying/study-pathways/

YFU Student Exchange Online Information Session The online information sessions provide those interested in exchange with the opportunity to learn about the programs on offer from the comfort of their couch. - Tuesday 13th October, 6:30pm - 8pm (AEDT) Email yfuaus@yfu.com.au or phone 1800 654 947 to register.

http://www.yfu.com.au/quest/connect/information-sessions/

UN Youth Australia 2016 International Programs Applications are now open for two international programs to be run by UN Youth Australia in 2016.

- Aotearoa Leadership Tour: Aimed at high school students to explore indigenous rights, culture and reconciliation on a tour of New Zealand.

- Pacific Project: A year-long project for year 10-12 students with a trip to East Timor to finalise the experience. https://unyouth.org.au/international-programs/

Endeavour College of Natural Health Open Day Saturday 17th October, 10am – 12:30pm All campuses of the Endeavour College of Natural Health are holding an open day on this

date to find out about study and career opportunities in natural medicine. Chat to academic staff and the admissions team about higher education, vocational education and flexible study options. https://www.naturalhealthopenday.com.au/

National Summer Art Scholarship 2016 This scholarship allows students in year 11 who are interested in art, to spend a week over summer (9th - 16th January 2016) at the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra. This is an opportunity to engage with staff at the National Gallery as well as other art professionals, artists and your peers from around the nation. Applications close Wednesday 30th September. Contact: (02) 6240 6632 or summerartscholarship2015@nga.gov.au

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http://nga.gov.au/SummerArtScholarship/index.cfm

C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship This scholarship is awarded to students who have displayed leadership potential and academic success and provides financial assistance to live in a residential

college at various tertiary institutions around Australia. Applications for 2016 open Monday 7th December. More information about application requirements and the participating universities and colleges can be found on the website. http://www.hawkerscholarship.org/

Build Your Own Blog: New Writer Scholarship 2015 Budding writers over the age of 16 are encouraged to submit work for the New Writer Scholarship 2015 award of $4,000. The work may be a short story, poem, blog post or any other written material that has not been previously published. Due date for submissions is Sunday 29th November. http://www.buildyourownblog.net/scholarship/

Morrison Mentoring Short Story Competition The Morrison Mentoring short story competition is open to all Australian residents with four categories: open, senior secondary, middle secondary and speculative fiction. The competition’s theme is “Flourish” and entries must be less than 3000 words. All entries must be received by Friday 16th October. Enter Online: http://morrisonmentoring.com.au/short-story-competition

The University of Melbourne – Access Melbourne Access Melbourne, the University of Melbourne’s undergraduate special entry scheme.

Access Melbourne provides applicants with the opportunity to explain the circumstances that have affected their chance of gaining a place at the University of Melbourne.

Access Melbourne applicants are regularly offered a place in University of Melbourne courses when their ATAR is below the course clearly-in rank.

For Year 12 applicants eligible for the disadvantaged financial background and/or applicants from rural or isolated areas categories selection is guaranteed for 2016 entry if course prerequisites are satisfied and the following ATAR (or notional ATAR) is achieved in 2015:

o 78.00 or above – guarantees a place in Environments or Science o 80.00 or above – guarantees a place in Arts o 88.00 or above – guarantees a place in Commerce o 95.00 or above – guarantees a place in Biomedicine

Applicants who have applied for Access Melbourne will also be considered automatically for a range of Access Scholarships.

Fliers are available from the careers office. Additional copies of the flyer can be downloaded online at: http://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/contact/brochure. The access Melbourne website www.access.unimelb.edu.au also contains more detailed information about Access Melbourne and Melbourne Access Scholarships.

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Whitehouse Institute of Design, Australia Whitehouse has campuses in Melbourne and Sydney and offer courses in Bachelor of Design and Master of Design.

Bachelor of Design is offered in the areas of Fashion Design, Interior Design and Creative Direction and Styling. The Bachelor of Design is delivered via a Trimester model – 3 Study Periods per year, where students are able to complete their degree in 2 years instead of 3 years. Master of Design balances design research with inter-disciplinary studio practice enabling socially responsible and sustainable, professional and innovative outcomes. The program will develop students existing knowledge and skills to achieve mastery in their chosen discipline, whilst enhancing their relationship with associated disciplines. Upon completion of the Master of Design, students are eligible to continue their education at Doctoral levels in Australia or overseas.

Further information is available from the careers office.

Daniel Cagney - CCUSA Camp Counselors USA - Award

In memory of Daniel Cagney; Past student at Sacred Heart College

Participant on the Camp Counselors USA program Camp Counselor at Camp Pinewood in North Carolina.

In recognition of Daniel’s outstanding commitment to youth through his work as an American Camp Counselor, CCUSA is honoured to offer the:

Daniel Cagney - CCUSA Camp Counselors USA – Award

Every year, from August 1st till December 24th, graduating year 12 students from Sacred Heart College will be eligible to win this Award by applying and being accepted to the CCUSA Camp Counselors USA program for the following year. All students who apply and are successfully accepted to the program by February 1st will go into the draw to win the Award. The winner will be drawn at the "Formal Friday - Suit Up" event which is run in conjunction with beyondblue by Daniel’s family, Chris, Bernadette and Melissa. The winner will receive a $250 reimbursement from the CCUSA Camp Counselors USA program and the honour of continuing Daniel’s legacy of his commitment to children at summer camps in the USA. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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