Australian Defence Force Breakfast

Students in Year 10, 11 and 12, are you interested in attending the Australian Defence Force Breakfast?. The aim of the Annual Defence Force  Breakfast is to raise awareness of career opportunities with the Defence Forces. The Australian Defence Force strongly encourage students from Years 10, 11 and 12 attend.

 

Squadron Leader Rebekah Herron, SRT-Health will be the guest speaker for the morning.

 

Details are as follows:

DATE: 14 August 2015

TIMES: 8.30 am Registration 9.00 am – 11.00 am Breakfast and Guest Speaker

VENUE: Rydges Tradewinds Hotel, The Esplanade, Cairns            

TOPIC: Careers Opportunities within the Australian Defence Force.

COST:  $27.50 per person – includes breakfast and Certificate of Attendance

 

There will be Raffle Prizes sponsored by local business houses.  Students are encouraged to bring some extra money to support raffles as proceeds are used to Support Ronald McDonald House at Palm Cove.

 

If you are interested in attending, please register your name at the Senior Guidance Office in A Block by morning tea on Friday 7/08. Numbers are limited.

ADF 2016 Gap year information

Are you interested in the 2016 Gap Year program with the Australian Defence Force? Applications have reopened for selected Gap Year jobs in the Army and Air Force. This is an amazing opportunity you can experience with an extraordinary Gap year.

Information has been sent to Year 12 students at their school e-mail address regarding the 2016 intake for the ADF Gap Year program.

Ergon Energy Expressions of Interest for 2016 Apprenticeships

As of Friday 31^st July 2015 Ergon Energy will be advertising Expressions of Interest for the 2016 Apprenticeship intake. These positions are great opportunities for young people to start their career in a dynamic and ever-changing industry.  Ergon Energy has an award winning apprentice program which opens doors not just within Ergon Energy, but earns them a recognised trade qualification that can take them all over the world.

Ergon Energy is encouraging Year 12 students to visit the Ergon Energy Careers website https://www.ergon.com.au/about-us/careers if they are interested in apprenticeship opportunities.

 Specific apprentice opportunities for 2016 include

• Electrical Powerline Linesperson (Distribution)
• Electrical Transmission Linespersons
• Electrotechnology Electricians
• Electrotechnology Electricans with AD of Electrical Engineering
• Communications Technician with AD of Industrial Data Communications

After receiving such a great response in 2015 for the Apprenticeships with an Associate Degree or Advanced Diploma, Ergon Energy will be offering these positions again in 2016. These are the new generation of apprentices who have tertiary or university ambitions, who will learn a trade through hands-on practical training as well as completing an Associate Degree or Advanced Diploma.

Ergon Energy encourages diversity and strongly encourages female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for 2016.  Further information on these opportunities including online testimonials are available on their website.

James Cook University – The Cairns Institute

The newsletter can also be downloaded from the JCU website.

QUT information

New resources on QUT website

There are now additional resources on the QUT website to help students with their decision making and preparation for university. New content includes a dedicated page for current high school students, help making a decision, considering a double degree and moving to Brisbane to study. There are links to all of these resources on the undergraduate study page.

Creative industries courses with additional entry requirements

Creative industries courses with additional entry requirements — such as auditions, portfolio submissions, and interviews — require a separate online application to QUT, in addition to a QTAC application, and have different cut-off dates. Check the application cut-off dates for these courses. Find out also about recent modifications to entry requirements for the Bachelor of Design (Honours) (Fashion).

Business degree with international year takes off

QUT’s new Bachelor of Business — International, which features a compulsory year of overseas study, is proving a popular choice. Read this news article for information about cut-offs, overseas study options, costs and financial support, and options for students to transfer between this course and the Bachelor of Business.

 

Careers in maths and science

Students and parents often find it challenging to connect success and enjoyment of science and maths subjects with careers. Our news articles explore a wide range of options available for careers in maths or careers in science, beyond teaching and research.

Upgrading pathways and Bachelor of Justice

Students may need advice about upgrading options to include in their QTAC application if they don’t think they will get the OP for their preferred course. Find out about recommended upgrading pathways to QUT, and specific advice for upgrading to the QUT Bachelor of Justice

2015 FNQ Students with Disabilities Post School Transition Expo – 30 July 2015

Over 30 exhibitors will be in attendance to discuss with parents, students and schools how they can support and assist students post school. The attachment provides further information which schools can disseminate to parents, carers and the wider community

Scholarship: The Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT)

AVCAT are pleased to announce that Applications for 2016 Scholarships and Bursaries open on 18^th August 2015. 

The Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT) is a national independent charity helping the children and grandchildren of ex-service men and women to a better future through higher education.

Through the help of generous donors AVCAT administers scholarships to the children of those who have served our country in peace and war in the Australian Army, Navy and Airforce.  Scholarship selection is on a need and merit basis.

 AVCAT are also very excited to announce the AVCAT Commemorative Bursary in recognition of 30 years of service to the veteran community. This special bursary is valued at $15,000 and aims to financially assist an Australian veteran’s child as they pursue their university studies.

 All applications are open on 18th August 2015, Vietnam Veterans' Day, and strictly close on 31st October 2015.

In the coming months AVCAT will be posting updates and reminders on Social Media, so please follow them on Facebook  & Twitter.

For more information about AVCAT, please visit their website and if you have any queries or concerns please feel free to contact AVCAT on 02 9213 7999 or avcat@dva.gov.au.

The AVCAT Team.