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Directions Newsletter
Term 3, 2012 Welcome to the Term 3, 2012 edition of the Directions newsletter. This newsletter is for
stakeholders involved in and supporting vocational learning and career education in ACT schools.
Contents Transitions, Careers and Vocational Learning Update ............................................................................. 2
VET in Schools .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Structured Workplace Learning ................................................................................................. 3
2011 Australian Vocational Student Prize ................................................................................. 4
CIT Central Courses .................................................................................................................... 4
WorldSkills 2012 ........................................................................................................................ 4
Course Writing ........................................................................................................................... 5
Careers and Transitions ........................................................................................................................... 6
CareersXpo ................................................................................................................................. 6
Deanne Reynolds Career Development Award ......................................................................... 6
Work Experience ........................................................................................................................ 7
Careers with Animals ................................................................................................................. 7
Territory and Municipal Services (TAMS) Apprenticeships ....................................................... 7
The Chocolate Experience.......................................................................................................... 8
myfuture Occupation Video Project .......................................................................................... 8
Important information and dates for UAC and VTAC applications ............................................ 9
Step Out Program (Brick and Block Program) .......................................................................... 10
Moving Forward Budget Initiative ......................................................................................................... 11
2012 T10 Program .................................................................................................................... 12
Youth Attainment and Transitions National Partnership ...................................................................... 13
University of Canberra High School Kaleen Year 9 Futures Forum and Year 10 Signing
Ceremony ................................................................................................................................. 13
YAT Strategic Funding Pool (SFP) 2012‐13 ............................................................................... 13
Pathways Planning ................................................................................................................... 14
Approval Statements ............................................................................................................... 15
Re‐engaging Youth Network Boards ........................................................................................ 17
Alternative Education Programs .............................................................................................. 18
Important Dates ..................................................................................................................................... 22
Transitions, Careers and Vocational Learning Contacts ........................................................................ 23
VET in Schools Contacts ......................................................................................................................... 23
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Transitions, Careers and Vocational Learning Update
Once again, as you read through this Directions newsletter, you will see what a busy time it
has been for schools in the area of transitions, careers and vocational learning. We all know
how important these aspects of school life are if we are to effectively support successful
transitions for all students and realise the Education and Training Directorate’s vision:
‘that all young people in the ACT learn, thrive and are equipped with the skills to lead
fulfilling, productive and responsible lives.’
The Canberra CareersXpo, (formerly the Canberra Careers Market) is an annual event which
is organised jointly by the Rotary Club of Canberra City and the ACT Education and Training
Directorate.
The CareersXpo this year was a wonderful example of supporting successful transitions for
students. Sam Cawthorn's presentations were inspiring. For those who attended I am sure
they would have gone away enriched and motivated.
I would like to extend our thanks to the Media and Communications section of the
Directorate; we are very proud of the successful change of venue and the rebranding the
event for the future.
Melanie Selems is to be congratulated for her tireless work with schools in scheduling their
attendance, and coordinating the wide range of the career options and opportunities on
offer for students. I know you all join me in thanking her and wishing her and David all the
best for the impending birth of their second baby. Mel will be on maternity leave from the
beginning of September.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 3 of 26
VET in Schools
Structured Workplace Learning
A huge thank you must go to Lucia Ciccarone who so capably filled in for Kerrie Sollis
while she was on long service leave last term.
All paperwork for SWL placements, including the guidelines and requirements for
schools can be found at:
http://www.det.act.gov.au/school_education/vocational_learning_in_schools/struct
ured_workplace_learning
Please make certain all documents have 2012 at the top of the page.
Media and IT placements continue to be difficult to find. All primary school
principals have been contacted to seek their assistance to place students in the
primary school environment. Several schools have responded and we are in the
process of matching schools with an appropriate college student.
The Business Requirement Specifications (BRS) for a new WEX/SWL database are
almost complete. Many thanks to Beth Peters at Hawker College for assisting with
this process. The next step is the design and development of the new system, though
it may be possible to find an off‐the‐shelf system that suits our requirements.
The Vocational Placement Officers (VPOs) in our ACT public schools have been
working hard to assist VET teachers in making SWL placements. A special thank you
to Erin Manton, the VPO at Canberra College, who spoke to VET Coordinators at the
VET and Careers Network Meeting in June. VPOs will continue to work closely with
VET teachers and SWL administrators to facilitate SWL placements at the
school/college level. And thank you to Alliyah Ivanovic, an ASBA at Hawker College,
who spoke about the benefits of being an ASBA at this meeting.
All SWL coordinators have been sent competency checklists and logbook cover
sheets that were created at SWL workshops over the last 12 months. Students who
are doing a SWL placement need to have competencies assessed by the teacher and
these checklists are designed to assist this process.
Please be mindful of the different opportunities available to students who are
completing a SWL placement. These include recognition of paid part‐time
employment and recognition of SWL placements where a 4‐way agreement has not
been generated. For both of these types of placements, records of the competency
achieved while in the workplace must be kept at the school. Kerrie will be requesting
information from all schools on the number of students who participated in these
placements this year.
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If you have any queries regarding SWL please contact Kerrie on 6207 2300, Di on
6205 7960 or Marijke on 6207 6344 or email [email protected].
2011 Australian Vocational Student Prize
The Australian Vocational Student Prize (AVSP) promotes the value of gaining
vocational skills while at school and recognises the important role vocational
education plays in preparing students for further training and employment. We are
pleased to announce that Kimberley Budgen was an ACT recipient of this prize. Kim
completed an ASBA with TCVL while studying at St Mary MacKillop College. She is
currently completing a Certificate IV in Government with Training and Tertiary
Education where she is responsible for managing a small team of two trainees and
three ASBAs. Congratulations Kim!
CIT Central Courses
There are 75 Year 10 students from ACT schools who have been given the
opportunity, with support from the Education and Training Directorate, to
participate in courses at CIT this semester. These courses are:
• Start your Engines
• Caring for your Pets
• Introduction to Hairstyling
• Avatars and Animation.
These are nine week courses and the students will achieve a Statement of
Attainment listing all the competencies achieved during the course.
WorldSkills 2012
Dates have been set for four of the 2012 WorldSkills VETiS
Competitions. Please complete the Expression of Interest form at
the end of the newsletter for any interested students.
WorldSkills VETiS Construction Competition
Date: 23 October 2012
Orientation: TBC
Venue: MBA Fyshwick
WorldSkills VETiS Business Services Competition
Date: 23 October 2012
Orientation: TBC
Venue: MBA Fyshwick
WorldSkills VETiS Commercial Cookery Competition
Date: 14 September 2012
Orientation: 9.30am, 31 August 2012
Venue: CIT Reid
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WorldSkills VETiS Food & Beverage Competition
Date: 14 September 2012
Orientation: 9.30am, 21 August 2012
Venue: CIT Reid
The Electrotechnology Competition will be hosted by ElectroGroup but a date has
not been set at this stage. The VETiS Automotive Competition will unfortunately not
be going ahead this year. For more information please contact Melanie Selems on
6205 3601.
Course Writing
Thank you to all teaching staff who have contributed to the update of the Year 10
Hospitality and IT courses. These courses now have competencies from the training
packages SIT07 (Tourism, Hospitality and Events) and ICA11 (Information and
Communications Technology). The final draft of these courses is taking place and
they will be available for the 2013 school year.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 6 of 26
Careers and Transitions
CareersXpo The 2012 CareersXpo on 1 and 2 August was a huge success with
nearly 8000 students attending the event at EPIC. The Minister
for Education and Training, Dr Chris Bourke visited the Xpo on
Wednesday morning to meet with the national and local exhibitors as well as engage
with students as they considered their post school options. Both WIN television and
ABC radio provided coverage of the event.
Deanne Reynolds Career Development Award
Congratulations to Jo Wisdom, the Moving Forward Officer and Careers Advisor at
Erindale College, who is the inaugural recipient of the Deanne Reynolds Career
Development Award for excellence in the provision of career education in schools.
On Wednesday 1 August at the 2012 CareersXpo, the Minister announced the
winner of the Deanne Reynolds Career Development Award which was presented by
Mr Don Hutcheson, Deanne’s father, and Mr Peter Reynolds, Deanne’s husband. The
Award is sponsored by the Education and Training Directorate and the ACT & Region
Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Jo is highly regarded by students, parents and her peers. Her commitment to
students at Erindale College commences well before they have even arrived at the
college and she supports parents, colleagues and the wider community to assist
young people to make informed career decisions.
Jo not only advises and assists students to find the best option to suit their needs but
also encourages them to take responsibility for their future. Jo provides students
with the skills and knowledge to achieve their goals through programs such as her
Personal Career Development and Pathways Planning units.
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Jo’s knowledge of career and vocational pathways and her extensive networks
ensure that students at Erindale College are provided the best possible outcomes. Jo
has a Graduate Diploma in Career Education and Development and her continued
engagement in professional learning ensures her students are provided with the best
information when making career decisions.
Jo’s passion for social justice has seen her involved in the development of a number
of programs to support disadvantaged students. One such program is the
partnership with the Indigenous Social Inclusion Company which has supported
about 20 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students each year over the past three
years to access Australian School‐based Apprenticeships in Community Recreation.
Work Experience
Deb Sullivan and Amy Woodcock continue to be busy placing students in work
experience (WEX). So far this year they have placed 1654 students in work
experience.
Careers with Animals
The Careers with Animals Day Out is a popular program which will be held on
Wednesday 26 September 2012 (Week 10 Term 3). There are still 13 places available
on the north side and 22 places on the south side. Students will visit areas of animal
wellbeing such as the National Zoo and Aquarium, Reptile/Pet shop, Domestic
Animal Services (DAS), Weston Creek Veterinary Hospital and CIT. Only two places
can be reserved from each school and each nominated student must complete the
Expression of Interest form at the end of this newsletter.
Territory and Municipal Services (TAMS) Apprenticeships
TAMS would like to advise recruitment for their 2013 intake of apprentices is
underway in the areas of:
• Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanics – ACTION
• Horticulture (Parks and Gardens) – Parks and City Services.
TAMS are advertising in the Canberra Times from 4 to 25 August with a closing date
of 31 August 2012. All information is now available on the www.jobs.act.gov.au
website. Below are the links to the jobs website, application documents and
information for the above listed positions:
http://www.jobs.act.gov.au/jobs_by_agency/territory_and_municipal_services
(Apprentice Positions are listed near the bottom of the page)
http://www.jobs.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/330299/APP002,_several_
EAPY11_EAPY4G.pdf (Position Description – ACTION – Heavy Vehicle Mechanic)
http://www.jobs.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/330329/TD_P40919,_seve
ral_Apprentices.pdf (Position Description – Parks and City Services – Horticulture)
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The Chocolate Experience
Kenvale College of Hospitality and Event Management are hosting ‘The Chocolate
Experience’ at the Hedley Beare Centre for Teaching and Learning on Wednesday 29
August at 4.30 to 6.00 pm. Come along and enjoy the chocolate tasting and hear
about Kenvale’s courses and scholarship opportunities. Please RSVP to
[email protected] by Thursday 23 August.
myfuture Occupation Video Project
DEEWR funded Education Services Australia to develop a range of new career videos
including:
• several videos featuring popular occupations:
Accountant
Zoologist
Psychologist
Nurse
Child Care Worker
Nutritionist
Carpenter
Interior Designer
Chef
Flight Attendant (delayed).
The videos can be found via the occupation video search page:
http://www.myfuture.edu.au/OccupationVideoSearch
• a number of videos featuring emerging occupations that currently do
not exist on the occupation database:
Social Media Manager
Community Engagement Officer
Online Business Entrepreneur
Data Miner (delayed).
View the emerging occupation videos via this link:
http://www.myfuture.edu.au/EmergingOccupations
• five career tip videos featuring a young person seeking advice from a
career practitioner.
Watch the video tips via this link: http://www.myfuture.edu.au/CareerVideoTips
For more information on myfuture please contact Melanie Selems on 6205 3601.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 9 of 26
Important information and dates for UAC and VTAC applications
UAC Applications
Applications open: Wednesday 8 August 2012 (9am)
On‐time close: Friday 28 September 2012
Final applications close: Thursday 3 February 2013
Equity Scholarships close: Friday 30 November 2012
EAS main close: Friday 28 September 2012
ATARs released: Tuesday 18 Dec (ACT), Thursday 20 December
2012 (NSW)
Change of preference close: Friday 4 January 2013
Main Round offers: Wednesday 16 January 2013 (9pm)
Late Round offers: Wednesday 30 January 2013 (9pm)
Final Round offers: Wednesday 6 February 2013
Applications close at midnight on the relevant date (except EAS, which closes
at 4.30pm).
VTAC applications
Applications open: Monday 6 August 2012 (9am)
On‐time close: Friday 28 September 2012 (5pm)
Special Entry Access Scheme applications
Open: Monday 6 August 2012 (9am)
Close: Tuesday 9 October 2012 (5pm)
Scholarships applications
Open: Monday 6 August 2012 (9am)
Close: Friday 19 October 2012 (5pm)
Main round offers: January 2013
Round Two offers: February 2013
For further information go to: UAC website http://www.uac.edu.au/
VTAC website http://www.vtac.edu.au/
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 10 of 26
Step Out Program (Brick and Block Program)
The Step Out Program allows students the opportunity to experience hands on
training within their school environment, by constructing a permanent project on
the school grounds. The Australian Brick and Blocklaying Training Foundation
(ABBTF) will cover the cost of a trainer and building materials for a small project.
Step Out Program participants will learn how to:
Comply with OH&S requirements
Plan and organise work
Read and interpret plans
Use hand and power tools
Lay bricks and blocks
Step Out Program details are as follows:
Duration – five days
Group size – approximately 12 students
Location – your school.
Please contact Deb Sullivan on 6205 9352 if you have not received this information
or fax the completed form to 6207 2980.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 11 of 26
Moving Forward Budget Initiative
Moving Forward Officers continue to develop and lead programs which assist with
student transitions and enhance the vocational learning and career opportunities for
young people in the ACT. The Moving Forward Officers play an integral role in
supporting young people in the ACT to achieve their potential.
Moving Forward Officer supports the ERINDALE COLLEGE Indigenous ASBA
Program
The Erindale College Indigenous ASBA program is featured on the DEEWR website on
the Youth Attainment and Transitions page.
The Moving Forward Officer at Erindale College (known as the Transitions and
Careers Coordinator) has invested considerable time to support the Indigenous
students undertaking this program including assisting them to develop an individual
Pathways Plan.
Below is an extract from the report, to access the whole report go to:
http://www.deewr.gov.au/youth/youthattainmentandtransitions/pages/indigyear12attainm
ent.aspx
In 2010, Erindale introduced a pilot Certificate II in Community Recreation to provide
students, who had a passion for outdoor life, with hands‐on experience that would
help them to work towards a Year 12 Certificate. Indigenous Social Inclusion
Company (ISIC) employs students to plan and deliver outdoor activities once a week
at local primary schools. In addition to their paid on‐the‐job training, students
received training, tutoring, mentoring, career development and cultural activities.
Eighteen Year 11 and 12 students participated in the pilot program. Seven of the
nine Year 12 students earned their ACT Year 12 Certificate, as well as a Certificate II
in Community Recreation. These seven have gone on to university, TAFE or public
service traineeships. In 2012 ISIC employs over 20 Erindale College ASBA students.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 12 of 26
2012 T10 Program
The T10 Program supports the positive transition of ACT public high school students
into ACT public colleges. The program connects participating students with students
from other high schools and assists them to navigate the early stages of college life.
It exposes them to a variety of experiences aimed at encouraging the students and
empowering them to make a positive transition into college.
The program is based on a cluster model and is designed to support a cohort of
approximately 10‐15 ‘at risk’ students from each ACT public high school in their
transition to college. In this context ‘at risk’ refers to students who are at risk of
making a poor transition into college.
The program would normally span a 12 month period – the final semester of Year 10
and the first semester of Year 11.
Successful programs require a commitment from all schools involved in the cluster.
This support comes in the form of assisting in the planning of the program as well as
releasing at least one staff member from each high school and college in the
program.
The program is supported by funding from the Education and Training Directorate
through the Moving Forward Project. This funding is available for relief in the high
school sector, catering and guest speakers. For more information please contact
Pauline Luchetti at [email protected] or on 6205 7928.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 13 of 26
Youth Attainment and Transitions National Partnership
University of Canberra High School Kaleen Year 9 Futures Forum and
Year 10 Signing Ceremony
The Student Pathways program at University of Canberra High School Kaleen
(UCHSK) is supported by the Beacon Foundation. Two major events sponsored by
Beacon are the Year 9 Futures Forum and Year 10 Signing Ceremony. Two members
of the TCVL team, Pauline and Beth, had the pleasure of participating in the Year 9
Futures Forum lunch held at the University of Canberra at the end of July and
attending the Year 10 Futures Signing Ceremony in early August.
It was delightful engaging in conversations, in a social setting, with Year 9 about their
career and educational aspirations. The young people involved, their parents and
teachers should be very proud of the way in which they conducted themselves.
The Year 10 Futures Signing Ceremony is a major event on the school’s calendar and
a very important part of the Beacon philosophy. At the ceremony, students
committed to remaining engaged with education, training and/or employment and
teachers, parents and members of the community committed to supporting the
students in this endeavour. Perhaps more significantly, the Principal, Denis
Dickinson, stressed the underlying meaning of the school’s commitment to the
students. This was that the relationship between the student and the school does
not cease when the young person leaves the school. All UCHSK students know that
they can return to the school once they have graduated if they need help with
anything.
UCHSK is a fine example of the ACT Youth Commitment at work.
YAT Strategic Funding Pool (SFP) 2012‐13
The SFP is a four‐year initiative that expires at the end of 2013. Given the quality of
applications received this year and the fact that funding would only be available for
one semester in 2013, it was decided by the Joint Working Group (JWG) to combine
the funding allocation into one, making the total funding available in the order of
$386 000. This allows for all successful projects to run until the end of next year.
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Twenty two applications were received valuing in excess of $1.4 million. The
successful projects are required to address as many of the criteria as possible. They
include the positive participation of young people in school (particularly for those
disengaged from school), increasing the number of young people successfully
achieving a Year 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification and supporting the positive
transition of young people through school or from school into further education,
training or employment.
The final round of SFP funds went to:
1. Alternative Education Transitions Project – CIT Transitions (in collaboration
with Volunteering ACT)
2. GR8 4 U – Capital Careers
3. Raising Hope Mentoring Program – Raising Hope Foundation
4. Reducing the Stigma of Seeking Help Amongst Young Men – Menslink (in
collaboration with the Canberra Raiders)
5. Trade Up 4 a Trade – Melba Copland School (Junior Campus)
6. Gungahlin RAP ‐ The Gungahlin Regional Community Service (in collaboration
with Menslink).
Pathways Planning
The Pathways Planning is a significant element of the ACT Youth Commitment and
from 2012 all students in Year 6, 9, 10, 11 and 12 should be participating in Pathways
Planning.
Pathways Planning and Transitions Guides were distributed to all primary schools
and high schools in May of this year. These documents are in addition to the current
Pathways Plan pack and should be used as working documents while we work
collaboratively to develop more definitive documents ready to use from the
beginning of 2013. If you have already modified the working documents please email
the new version to [email protected]. If you have not received the working
documents, please contact Beth Craddy on 6205 6759.
The current Pathways Plan pack is available on the ETD website.
The Facilitator’s Guide
http://www.det.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/185817/Pathways_plannin
g_facilitators_guide.pdf (All teachers should have a hard copy of the guide)
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The Pathways Plan
http://www.det.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/185814/Pathways_plan_IN
TERACTIVE_FINAL.pdf (Students can type directly into this document)
The College Transition Plan
http://www.det.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/193016/College_Transition
_Plan.pdf
Updated Information
The pamphlet, Changes to the ACT School Leaving Age: What you need to know, has
been updated and the phone number (6205 2254) on the back of the original
pamphlet is no longer available. Please send them to the recycling bin. You can order
the new pamphlet, Stay on Track by contacting Beth Craddy on 6205 6759.
Approval Statements
If a young person decides to leave school before he/she turns 17
From 1 January 2010, all young people in the ACT are required by law to:
be in full time education until completing a Year 10 program of study AND
be in full time education, training or employment until completing Year 12 (or
equivalent) or turning 17.
If a young person finishes Year 10 and is under 17, they must be either be:
enrolled in full time education OR
participating in an apprenticeship (work related training) or employment OR
participating in a combination of education, training, an apprenticeship
and/or employment.
Where a young person is under 17 and intends to begin an apprenticeship (work
related training) or employment, parents or carers need to have an Approval
Statement from the ACT Education and Training Directorate.
The Approval Statement pack can be downloaded from: http://www.det.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0016/120355/Approval_Statement_Application_P
ack_2011.pdf
An Approval Statement means that any training or employment meets the
Directorate’s guidelines and is for at least 25 hours per week.
If a young person is doing a combination of training, employment and/or education,
then it needs to add up to a minimum of 25 hours per week.
Approval Statements are NOT needed:
to work part‐time in addition to full time studies OR
to study at a school, college, registered training organisation, university or
higher education provider.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 16 of 26
For more information email [email protected] or phone
6205 6759.
In the ACT young people must stay in full‐time education until Year 10, unless they
receive an Exemption Certificate from the ACT Education and Training Directorate.
For more information on Exemption Certificates visit www.det.act.gov.au.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 17 of 26
Re‐engaging Youth Network Boards
Four Re‐engaging Youth Network Boards (REYNBs) were officially launched by Dr
Chris Bourke, Minister for Education and Training on Monday 28 May 2012. The four
Re‐Engaging Youth Network Board areas align with School Networks and the
Community Services Directorate service delivery regions.
The Boards have been established to provide a greater level of cooperation and
collaboration across all providers and agencies to support young people who are
disengaged, or at risk of disengaging, from education or training. Board membership
is drawn from schools, government agencies, community organisations and youth
service providers. Each Board is limited to a maximum of 16 members and is
responsible for developing their own action strategy in response to the needs of
their local community. The strategies and action plans for marginalised or
disengaged young people align with the ACT Youth Commitment objectives.
Mr Julian Barrington‐Smith, the Director of the Good Guys Tuggeranong and Deputy
Chair of the ACT & Region Chamber of Commerce and Industry, was appointed as
the Chairperson of the Tuggeranong Board. Ms Kathy Kostyrko, Director, HAYS
Recruiting experts worldwide was appointed as Chairperson of the North/Gungahlin
Board. Mr John McGrath, Dealer Principal, John McGrath Auto Group was appointed
as Chairperson of the South/Weston Board. Mr Chris Taylor, Area General Manager,
Telstra Countrywide was appointed as Chairperson of the Belconnen Board.
Each Board has met for the second time and further meetings are scheduled. The
Boards have requested information on the services available to disengaged young
people.
The mapping of services in the Tuggeranong network has been completed by
Communities@work; mapping of services in the other networks is currently being
undertaken. For more information on RYNBs please contact Sally Rose on 6205 8354.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 18 of 26
Alternative Education Programs
Alternative Program activity under the Youth Attainment and Transitions NP
provides support for existing alternative programs and stakeholders to assist
students at risk of disengaging from school to achieve nationally accredited
vocational qualifications.
Term 2 Activity:
Caloola Hairdressing Program
This program has given students the opportunity to experience the hairdressing
industry with students attending two days a week for five weeks. All 10 students
thoroughly enjoyed the program and gained a Statement of Attainment, with three
students being successful in gaining an ASBA at the end of the program. I would like
to thank Jodie, the trainer for making the program such a success.
Along with this, of the six students who attended the CHART Program in Term 1, this
resulted in a full time apprenticeship and one ASBA. I would like to acknowledge
John and Kathe’s efforts at CHART in making this happen.
Pace It Program – Campbell High School/Lyneham High School
“Pace It” program was delivered at Caloola Farm two days per week for seven weeks
and included a work experience placement. The program culminated with a
graduation BBQ at Caloola Farm with 9 of the 10 participants completing both their
White Card and Certificate I Business. I would like to thank Caloola and Leanne the
trainer for making the program a success.
Clubstart ‐ Wait Skills and Bar Skills Course
Three separate Clubstart courses (one Waiting Skills and two RSA) were delivered in
Term 2. All 27 students who participated received a Statement of Attainment toward
Certificate II Hospitality. I would like to thank Access Training and Rohan, the trainer
for making the program a success.
Farm Skills and Farm Animal Program – Westwood Farm Kambah
This program has given students the opportunity to experience working in a farm
environment with students attending one day a week for 15 weeks. Unfortunately
due to declining numbers, the program wound up at the end of Term 2 with a
graduation BBQ. I would like to thank Westwood Farm and Gerry, Ren and Weislaw
for their efforts.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 19 of 26
Farm Skills Program Caloola Hair Dressing Pace It Program
Caloola Farm Clubstart RSA Program
Term 3 Program Activity:
CIT College Short Course Programs – Commence Term 3 (Year 11 – 12 students)
The following short courses commenced at CIT on Thursday 26 July. 64 students are
participating from public colleges and non government schools. There are still a few
vacancies in Business which is an 18 week course ($160) and Galileo ($200) if
students are prepared to start next week. These courses all contribute towards the
Year 12 Certificate.
Students are working toward a Statement of Attainment in:
• Cert III Fitness – Undertake client health assessment
• Cert III Construction (Glazing) – Glaze windows and doors
• Cert III Beauty – Design and apply makeup
Cert IV Business – Make a Presentation
Cert III Tourism – Galileo.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 20 of 26
Pace It Program (Year 10 students) – Commences Term 3, Week 4
Expressions of interest in the Pace It Program are being sought for Term 3 and
Term 4
“Pace It” is a fully funded seven week program designed to re‐engage disengaged
youth with education, training and/or a vocational pathway. The program is
delivered flexibly at Caloola Farm two days per week. It also includes a five day work
experience placement. Students have the opportunity to gain their White Card,
Certificate I Business, and Certificate I Community Services. All training, transport
and a BBQ lunch each week is provided.
Each program accommodates 12 students; ideally six students from two different
schools. A youth worker or teacher from each school will be required to share the
supervision of the program (1 day week x 7 weeks per school).
Please complete the Expression of Interest form at the end of the newsletter and
send it to [email protected]
Caloola Hairdressing Program (Year 10 – 12 students)
Commences Week 5, Wednesday 22 August
Thinking about getting into a career in Hair or Beauty? Why not participate in the
training program at Caloola Tuggeranong Hair & Beauty Academy and achieve a
Statement of Attainment?
This program will involve two days per week (Wednesdays and Thursdays) for five
weeks where students will complete the first module in Hairdressing. There are 12
places available per program. The course will cover:
• shampoo/conditioner/treatments
• colour and colour techniques
• face shapes and styling
• basin skills/performing a scalp massage
• using hair appliances/blow drying/straighteners/curling irons.
Please complete the Expression of Interest form at the end of the newsletter and
send it to [email protected]
Clubstart ‐ Wait Skills and Bar Skills Course (Year 10 – 12 students)
Fully funded Clubstart courses will be offered again in Term 3. Training will be
provided by Access Training. There are 10 places available in each program and lunch
is provided. Dates are as follows:
Week 8
10, 11, 13 September: Tuggeranong Southern Cross Club Bar Skills and RSA
Week 9
17, 18, 20 September: Belconnen Labor Club Waiting Skills
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 21 of 26
Week 10
24, 25, 27 September: Gungahlin Lakes Club Bar Skills and RSA
Please complete the Expression of Interest form at the end of the newsletter and
send it to [email protected]
Careers Advice – Murrumbidgee School, Bimberi
Thank you to all staff who have volunteered their time to provide careers advice to
students at Murrumbidgee School, Bimberi. I have filled the roster but having a
reserve pool would be useful. If you hold your Certificate IV in Career Development
or higher and would like to participate in this initiative, please contact Alison Di
Berardino on 6207 0196.
Just a reminder that Alison works in this role three days week (Tuesday – Thursday).
Alison can be reached at Hawker College on Monday and Fridays if your enquiry is
urgent.
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 22 of 26
Important Dates
TERM THREE
Date
Location Purpose
25 August ADFA, Northcott Drive, Campbell ADFA Open Day
29 August Hedley Beare Centre for Teaching and Learning, Stirling
The Chocolate Experience
31 August Closing Date for TAMS Apprenticeship Applications
14 September CIT Reid WorldSkills VETiS Commercial Cookery Competition
14 September CIT Reid WorldSkills VETiS Food & Beverage Competition
26 September Various Locations Careers with Animals Day Out
23 October MBA Fyshwick WorldSkills VETiS Construction Competition
23 October MBA Fyshwick WorldSkills VETiS Business Services Competition
13 December Hedley Beare Centre for Teaching and Learning, Stirling
Excellence in Transitions, Careers and Vocational Learning Showcase Day
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 23 of 26
Transitions, Careers and Vocational Learning Contacts
Staff Member Position Phone
Pene Butt Manager (02) 6205 7873
Beth Craddy ACT Youth Commitment Program Manager (02) 6205 6759
Pauline Luchetti Moving Forward Project Officer (02) 6205 7928
Alison Di Berardino Alternative Programs Program Manager (02) 6207 0196
Gail Porter Acting ACT Youth Commitment Administrator/Approval Statements
(02) 6205 7920
Melanie Selems Careers and Transitions Officer (02) 6205 3601
Debbie Sullivan Work Experience Administrator (02) 6205 9352
Sally Rose Re‐engaging Youth Network Coordinator (02) 6205 8354
Amy‐Lea Woodcock Trainee (02) 6205 7044
VET in Schools Contacts
Staff Member Position Phone
Helen Witcombe Trade Training Centre Manager/VET in Schools Manager
(02) 6205 9256
Phill Dodd Assistant Manager (02) 6207 1804
Kerrie Sollis Structured Workplace Learning Program
Manager
(02) 6207 2300
Di Desmet Structured Workplace Learning Administrator (02) 6205 7960
Marijke O’Reilly Acting Structured Workplace Learning Administrator
(02) 6207 6344
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 24 of 26
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM – ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS
Student Name: ____________________________________________
Year: ________ Age: ________
School:
Name of Referring Teacher at School:
Phone Number:
Brief Description as to why student should be supported in Program:
Name of Program Interested in: ________________________________________
Please explain why you would like to complete this program:
What do you hope to gain by completing this program?
Please list any allergies, health conditions or dietary considerations you may have:
Do you give permission for photographs to be taken during the program? Yes/No
I am willing to actively participate in the program and attend all sessions. I understand the transport
and clothing requirements of the program and agree to abide by these.
Student Signature: _____________________________________ Date:
Name of Parent/Guardian:
Parent/Guardian Signature: ____________________ Mobile number:
Please fax the completed form to: 6207 2980
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 25 of 26
Please email or fax your completed form to [email protected] or 6207 2980.
Careers with Animals Day Out Program Expression of Interest Form
Name: Year Level:
School: Careers Advisor:
Have you participated in a Day Out Program before? Yes/No
Please explain why you wish to participate in the Careers with Animals Day Out Program.
What do you hope to gain from participating in the Careers with Animals Day Out Program?
Directions Newsletter, Term 3, 2012 Page 26 of 26
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM
2012 WorldSkills ACT Region
Vocational Education and Training in Schools Competition (VETiS)
Please complete the following:
Nominate Competition Category
General Construction
Business Services
Electrotechnology
Commercial Cookery
Food & Beverage
Nominate Year Level
Year 11
Year 12
School _______________________________________
Teacher Name
Phone No. ___________________________
Email address _____________________
Competitor Name/s
(if applicable)
Please fax or email your completed Expression of Interest Form to:
WorldSkills – ACT Region
Fax: 6207 2980
Email: [email protected]