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Defence Force Information Sessions – QLD – JulyJuly 15Ipswich Trade Careers Information SessionMonday | 6.00pm | Ipswich Civic CentreJuly 16

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Dalby Army Reserve Information SessionTuesday | 6.00pm | Dalby Army Reserve DepotCaloundra Trade Careers Information SessionTuesday | 6.00pm | Caloundra RSLGold Coast Army Reserve Information SessionTuesday | 6.00pm | Defence Force Recruiting Gold CoastJuly 18Gold Coast Trade Defence Careers Information SessionThursday | 6.00pm | Defence Force Recruiting Gold CoastJuly 22Toowoomba Defence Careers Information SessionMonday | 6.00pm | City Golf Club, South ToowoombaWomen in Defence Information SessionMonday | 6.00pm | Defence Force Recruiting Centre BrisbaneJuly 23Cairns Army Reserve Information SessionTuesday | 6.00pm | Defence Force Recruiting CairnsJuly 24Townsville Trade Careers Information SessionWednesday | 6.00pm | Defence Force Recruiting TownsvilleBundaberg Engineering in the Defence Information SessionWednesday | 6.00pm | Bundaberg MultiplexBeaudesert Defence Careers Information SessionWednesday | 6.00pm | Beaudesert RSLJuly 25Tingalpa Defence Careers Information SessionThursday | 6.00pm | Tingalpa HotelGold Coast Women in Defence Information SessionThursday | 6.00pm | Defence Force Recruiting Gold CoastJuly 30Cairns Navy Careers Information SessionTuesday | 6.00pm | Defence Force Recruiting CairnsJuly 31Maroochydore Defence Careers Information SessionWednesday | 6.00pm | Maroochydore RSL

Speed Careering Event | Ashmore TAFE

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29 July 2019, 8:00 am - 12:00 pmSpeed Careering Event | Townsville TAFE31 July 2019, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Speed Careering Event | Mooloolaba TAFE6 August 2019, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Speed Careering Event | Cairns TAFE8 August 2019, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Speed Careering Event | Brisbane16 August 2019, 8:00 am - 12:00 pmIf you are a high school girl looking to build your career on a trade or know someone who is, our Women on Tools (WoT) Committee will be holding some exciting speed careering events across Queensland during July and August.As part of these fun and informative events, which are supported by MEGT Australia and TAFE Queensland participants will get to:

• Meet tradeswomen who are training, working and running their own businesses in the construction, mining and automotive industries

• Network with women in various stages of their careers in a broad range of trades• Hear first-hand the benefits and rewards of pursuing a trade career• Discover how to commence your own trade career and• Of course, learn the tricks of the trade.

Find out more: https://www.nawic.com.au/iCore/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=QLD190729A

TAFE Ashmore Trade Training Centre | Open Day 20199 August 2019, 8:00 am - 4:00 pmTAFE Queensland - AshmoreTour our facilities, try your hand at a trade and speak with our experts. Study areas include: Air Conditioning, Automotive, Barbering, Beauty Therapy, Bricklaying, Building Construction, Cabinet Making, Carpentry, Cookery, Electrical, Engineering, Hairdressing, Horticulture, Marine, Painting, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Shopfitting & Tiling & Plastering.Meet with course experts from all study areas. Register to receive a welcome bag on arrival.

Find out more: https://tafeqld.edu.au/news-events/events/2019/August/ashmore-trade-training-centre-open-day.html

TAFE Bundaberg | Open Day 2019

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15 August 2019, 10:00 am - 1:00 pmTAFE Queensland Bundaberg CampusThis is your chance to take a tour of our campus and talk to teachers directly. Whether you want to upskill, start the course you have been thinking about or taking a new direction in your career. Our friendly staff will be available to discuss our range of courses and help you make an informed decision about your future.Don’t miss the opportunity to:

tour our campuses check out our facilities meet our friendly teachers take part in hands-on workshops enjoy music, entertainment and food learn about our range of courses and future career opportunities ask about pathways to university

We look forward to seeing you there!

Find out more: https://tafeqld.edu.au/news-events/events/2019/August/open-day-bundaberg.html

Student Exchange Online Info Session15 August 2019, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pmThe LIVE Online Info Session is conducted by a senior member of our staff using a service which allows us to meet online or over the telephone. You will be able to meet our representative over a video internet connection, ask any questions and watch a presentation.Our LIVE online session will cover the following topics.

Introduction to Student Exchange, the regulatory environment & benefits Program options, destinations & eligibility Safety and Well being, our support system & where you will stay Money Matters, including available discounts & scholarships Deadlines & how to apply Why choose Student Exchange?

Find out more: https://studentexchange.org.au/info-sessions/live-online/

Cairns Aviation Careers Day25 August 2019, 9:00 am - 12:00 pmCairns Airport - General Aviation Terminal, Royal Flying Doctor Street, Aeroglen QLD, Australia

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Come to the Cairns Airport and check out a wealth of information about pathways and potential careers in the aviation sector.The day is designed to provide practical advice and information on the employment potential that exists within the Cairns Aviation Industry. Plus, you can also get up close with some incredible aircraft displays.

Find out more: https://www.facebook.com/events/468454000574432/

Workshops & Courses

UQ – Pharmacy Experience Day18 August 2019, 9:30 am The Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence, Cornwall Street, Woolloongabba Experience a day in the life of a pharmacy student at UQ.Participate in hands-on lab activities, take a guided tour of the PACE facility and learn how UQ’s Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) opens doors for postgraduate study, including medicine.You’re also invited to enjoy a free barbecue lunch where you can mingle with lecturers, current students, and other like-minded future pharmacy students.What’s involved

Information session on the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program at UQ Guided tours of the precinct and the world-class facilities it has to offer Mini-lecture: ‘A Taste of Pharmacy’ Hands-on practical laboratory experiment Question and answer session with UQ staff Meet the students: An interactive forum with our current students Showbags full of goodies and information to help you understand the degree A free barbecue lunch on our deck.

Find out more: https://future-students.uq.edu.au/pharmacy-experience-day

UQ – Politics in Action24 August 2019, 1:00 pm The University of Queensland, Saint LuciaA hands-on experience of studying politics and international studies at UQ.Few issues have been as significant or divisive in Australian politics in the 21st century as our treatment of asylum-seekers, especially those arriving by boat.

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Experience studying politics and international studies at UQ as we respond to this real-world issue in a hands-on and engaging way.Learn from world-class teaching staff and gain a greater understanding of how the Australian government approaches the complex and global issue of asylum seekers.You’ll walk away with a new understanding of Australian politics and insights into international relations, public policy and political philosophy and really find out if a career in this area is for you!What’s involved

Hands-on experience working on a real-life issue that will show how you can make a real difference in the world

Information on undergraduate study options in political science, international relations, peace and conflict studies, and public policy at UQ

Guided tour of our beautiful campus Showbag full of goodies and information to help you understand your study options Afternoon tea and an opportunity to talk one-on-one with lecturers and students from

the School of Political Science and International Studies.

Find out more: https://future-students.uq.edu.au/politics-action-asylum-australia

UQ – Marine Science Experience Day7 September 2019, 12:30 pm - 4:30 pmThe University of Queensland, St Lucia Experience a day in the life of a Marine Science student at UQ.Attend an interactive lecture on shark conservation, participate in a hands-on marine zoology lab activity, and learn about the diverse range of careers that await you after you complete a Bachelor of Science. Then enjoy a free afternoon tea where you can mingle with lecturers, current students, and other like-minded future science students.What’s involved

Information session on the Bachelor of Science program at UQ and pathways into studying marine science

Careers information session Mini-lecture: A taste of Marine Science Hands-on marine zoology laboratory activity: Explore the tree of life from sponges to

sealions Question and answer session with our staff A free afternoon tea: Meet current students.

Find out more: https://future-students.uq.edu.au/marine-science-experience-day

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UQ – Nursing and Midwifery Experience Day8 September 2019, 10:00 am - 2:00 pmWhitty Building, South BrisbaneExperience a day in the life of a Nursing and Midwifery student at UQ.Participate in hands-on activities at the iconic Whitty Building at the Mater Hospital, and chat with current UQ staff, students, and academics to discover how exciting and rewarding a degree in nursing or midwifery can be.What’s involved

Guided tours of the simulation teaching facilities in the Whitty Building Small-group demonstrations of day-to-day procedures Hands-on augmented reality training simulations Opportunity to chat with UQ staff, students and academics for all your questions Coffee and snacks in the courtyard.

Visitor parking at Mater Hospital is limited, however it is easily accessible via the Mater Hill bus stop, or South Bank train station.

Find out more: https://future-students.uq.edu.au/nursing-and-midwifery-experience-day

UQ – Business, Commerce and Tourism Experience Day8 September 2019, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm19 October 2019, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm University of Queensland, Saint Lucia Experience a day in the life of a UQ Business School student.Wondering if business, commerce or tourism are the right fit for you?At these free, interactive sessions, we’ll go beyond the program basics to help you understand and experience what it means to study, work and succeed in the fields of business management, commerce and tourism at UQ.You’ll gain insights into what university life is like as a first-year student at one of the world’s leading business schools, and how our transformative programs can empower you to create positive change for business and society.What’s involved

Participate in one of three interactive group workshops focusing on business management, commerce or tourism, hospitality and events

Have your study and career questions answered by our academic and professional staff Learn how our world-class facilities, research, student support and employability

services, and global alumni network can help give you a professional advantage

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Discover how you can make the most of our flexible programs, diverse courses and selected four-year dual degrees

Chat with current students about UQ life, student societies and tips for transitioning to university

Connect with your future lecturers and fellow participants over light refreshments.

Find out more: https://future-students.uq.edu.au/business-commerce-and-tourism-experience-day

CoderDojoCoderDojo is a network of free, volunteer-led, community-based programming clubs for young people. Anyone aged seven to seventeen can visit a Dojo where they can learn to code, build a website, create an app or a game, and explore technology in an informal, creative, and social environment.CoderDojo is not curriculum based, so every Dojo covers different topics. In most Dojos you will need to bring a laptop.You can search for a CoderDojo running near you here.Read more about CoderDojo here.

Scholarships & Competitions

Larsen Jewellery Design Scholarship ProgramOpen/Closing Dates: 05/04/2019 – 30/11/2019Value: $3,000 AUDLarsen Jewellery recognises the need to support and educate young adults wishing to begin a career in jewellery, design or visual arts; or who wish to further their studies in a jewellery, design or visual arts related course.

The applicant must meet the following eligibility criteria to be considered for the scholarship: Applicant must display an interest and passion for jewellery, design or visual arts.

Find out more

Global Mobility Immigration Lawyers ScholarshipOpen/Closing Dates: 01/01/2019 – 01/10/2019Value: $1,000 AUD

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The Global Mobility Immigration Lawyers Scholarship is an annual initiative, open to all students enrolled in a course of secondary, tertiary or post-graduate practical education/training. The scholarship has been established with a view to getting students contributing to public debate on important issues affecting our community.

Students must be enrolled in a course of secondary, tertiary or post-graduate study.Find out more

Nifty Finance ScholarshipOpen/Closing Dates: 21/03/2019 – 31/12/2019Value: $5,000 AUDA scholarship to provide students with an extra advantage, and give students with an appetite for learning and a passion to succeed, a helping hand.

To qualify for the Nifty Finance scholarship, you must be: Undergraduate, Graduate, or Masters Degree Level Students must be Australian citizens or Permanent residents of Australia Nifty is a strong supporter of applicants from Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, South

Sea Islander and Indigenous Australians.

Find out more

Robert James Diamond Science Trust ScholarshipOpen/Closing Dates: 15/05/2019 – 05/07/2019Value: $2,500For students from Central Queensland who are commencing a science/health science related course.

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must: Be enrolled or intending to enrol at CQUniversity in Term 2, 2019 Be a 1st Year CQUniversity student in 2019 Be enrolled in any of the following CQUniversity courses:

Bachelor Accident Forensics CB67 Bachelor Agriculture CV85 Bachelor Environmental Science CA42 Bachelor Medical Sciences CG93 Bachelor Medical Laboratory Science CL10 Bachelor Occupational Health & Safety CQ26

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Bachelor Occupational Therapy (Honours) CB84 Bachelor Physiotherapy (Honours) CB85 Bachelor Speech Pathology (Honours) CB87 Bachelor Science CU18

Be residing in the Central Queensland region An Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or holder of a Permanent Humanitarian Visa Not be receiving another Donor Funded Scholarship

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CQUniCares Launch ScholarshipOpen/Closing Dates: 20/05/2019 – 05/07/2019Value: $1,250 AUDThe CQUniCares Launch Scholarship assists students from low SES backgrounds with expenses associated with undergraduate study. Those expenses can include non-deferrable costs such as textbooks, uniforms, computer equipment, internet, equipment or travel costs associated with compulsory residential schools and unpaid work placements.

To be eligible to receive the CQUniCares Launch Scholarship successful applicants must: be identified as low SES as at the time of initial enrolment with CQUniversity be enrolled or intending to enrol in an undergraduate course as the primary course of

study in Term 2, 2019: Bachelor; Associate Degree; Advanced Diploma Diploma (higher education)

be studying with a minimum term study load of 12 credit points or more be enrolled at Census date in Term 2, 2019 be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or holder of an Australian Permanent Visa* not be receiving a donor-funded scholarship of similar or higher value, an Indigenous

Commonwealth Scholarship or CQUniCares Industry Placement Scholarship

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CQUniCares Mary Carroll ScholarshipOpen/Closing Dates: 20/05/2019 – 05/07/2019Value: Up to $11,250 AUD

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These scholarships will provide recognition and financial assistance to one low income student enrolled in CQUniversity Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood).

To be eligible to receive the CQUniCares Mary Carroll Scholarship, an applicant must: Be a 1st or 2nd year student enrolled at CQUniversity at the time of Census Date in Term

2, 2019 Be studying a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) Be able to provide evidence of low personal/family income or financial need Not be receiving another Donor Funded* Scholarship

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PDFelement ScholarshipOpen/Closing Dates: – Value: $1,000 USDSponsored by WondershareHow do you use PDFs at school? What kind of documents do you work with while doing your homework?Share your take on our topic : PDFs in Education.Create your own video and submit it to us to participate!

How To Apply Create an original 2-3 minute video on the topic of “PDF in education.” 1. Submit your video to [email protected] and include your name, email, and institution. Our team will upload your video to the PDFelement YouTube channel.2. You’ll receive the URL to your video and a free copy of PDFelement 6 Pro within 1-2 business days.3. Submissions are partially evaluated based on the amount of votes the video receives, so make sure you share your video with friends and family using the hashtag #PDFelementscholarship2018! Find out more

The Premier’s Anzac PrizeThe annual Premier’s Anzac Prize provides a life-changing opportunity for 8 high school students to experience the Anzac tradition first-hand and how the Anzac legacy relates to modern Australian life.Eligible Queensland high school students in Years 8-11 are invited to apply through their school. Each state school or accredited non-state school may nominate up to 2 students.

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Successful students and 2 teacher chaperones will take part in a 4-5 months research program prior to going on a 16-day tour of important memorial sites in London and the Western Front battlefields in France and Belgium, in April/May 2020.Applications close 5.00pm Friday 20 September.Find out more here.

Create It CompIf anything is possible and you had unlimited time, money, help, and skill, what would you engineer?Think about your life, and the life of people around you, and show Engineers Australia what problem you can solve, or what idea you can come up with to make life easier. It could be big or small, helpful or fun, or a mix of these.Draw, paint, build, or design your idea. You could use paints, pencils, PhotoShop, the CAD program, cardboard, or lego. It could be as simple as a quick sketch or as detailed as a technical drawing.Share your idea for a chance to win an iPad Pro and Apple Pencil.Entries are open until Monday 30 September.Find out more and enter here. ABC News Diet ChallengeTake the News Diet Challenge to win a visit to an ABC newsroom!For Media Literacy Week 2019, the ABC are asking students in Years 7–10 to monitor their news consumption and create a 90-second video describing their news “diet”.Entries are open until 5.00pm on Sunday 27 October.Find out more and enter here. Squarespace Portfolio CompetitionCan’t make it to New Blood Festival in London in July? This one’s for you. Enter your portfolio in Squarespace’s open call for entries for the opportunity be featured at the New Blood Festival 2019 and online.Squarespace is looking for portfolios from current students or recent graduates (within three years), this includes mature students. You can be based anywhere in the world.Use promo code DANDAD2019 to set up your online Squarespace portfolio, then share the link to your portfolio on your Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #NewBloodByTheBook and tagging the New Blood Instagram @newblood_dandad or Twitter @dandadnewblood.Find out more here.

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Further Learning

University of the Sunshine Coast to Open New CampusThe University of the Sunshine Coast will be welcoming students to their brand new Moreton Bay campus in 2020.Students will be able to choose from almost 50 undergraduate degrees, including business, education, computer science and mechatronics.They will also be offering new Moreton Bay Regional Council Scholarships to encourage low income students in the Moreton Bay area to study at USC. You can read more about the scholarship here.This is the first stage in a planned 10.5-hectare university precinct that will form the heart of The Mill at Moreton Bay, a vibrant civic, cultural and educational precinct planned by Moreton Bay Regional Council.Read more about the new campus here. VTAC December offers for VCE and QCE studentsIf you’re currently studying Year 12 in Victoria or Queensland, and applying for courses through VTAC for 2020, you’ll now be eligible to receive a course offer in December, just after your ATAR comes out. You’ll still be eligible in the existing offer rounds in January and February as well, but an extra December round provides you with the additional chance to receive a course offer.Students from every other state will have places reserved in the January offer rounds so they won’t be disadvantaged, you’ll just have to wait a bit longer.5 August – applications open12 December – ATAR and VCE results released14 December – change of preference closed for VCE and QCE students18 December – offers released (and change of preferences open again)20 December – change of preferences closes for 2019 (you’ll still have more chances to get offers and change preferences in 2020)Find out more – vtac.edu.au/files/pdf/publications/fact_sheets/December_offers.pdf How to research any university in the worldWhen it comes to your future path, the university you choose is as important, if not more important, than the course you choose. Uni choice can determine where you live, the facilities you use, who you learn from and the style of education. Here’s some tips on how to research unis beyond going to an open day.Read the article – www.crimsoneducation.org/au/blog/how-to-research-any-university-in-the-world

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Hastings Deering 2020 Apprenticeship IntakeApplications for apprenticeships with Hastings Deering in 2020 are open now.Successful applicants would learn about the repair, servicing and maintenance of a massive range of Caterpillar equipment, engines and power systems.On completion of the apprenticeship, you’d receive a nationally recognised trade qualification, access to the career opportunities across Queensland, the Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and New Caledonia.If you’re not sure what careers an apprenticeship with this company could lead to, here are a few: Auto Electrician, Boilermaker, Electrician, Engine Re-conditioner, Fitter Machinist, Diesel Fitter.Applications are open now and close on Monday August 5, 2019. To be eligible, you must be completing Year 12 this year, or have completed Year 12 within the last 3 years. Or if you left school before completing Year 12, you’ll need to have 3 years (minimum) work experience in a related field.Find out more and apply online. Certificate III Screen and Media Training | Mid Year Intake 2019Queensland School of Film and Television (QSFT) have opened up a new mid-year class.If you dream of becoming a filmmaker or a media specialist, then this 5 month program, designed for high school students could help you decide if it’s a path you really want to pursue.The course starts on July 19 2019, so there isn’t much time to enrol if you’re interested.You’ll have to commit one day a week to the course, for a 5 months. Providing students with the opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification that provides the fundamental skills necessary to work in the film and television industry.What you’ll come away with:

Nationally recognised Certificate III qualification & 6 QCE points Complete A-Z foundation package for film industry Industry based training

Register for an information pack, or call (07) 3392 7788 or email [email protected] for more information. Wilmar Sugar hiring 33 apprenticesApplications open on 13 July 2019 for 33 apprenticeships with Wilmar Sugar, across 4 sites in Queensland.The apprenticeships will begin in January 2020. Seventeen apprentices will be based in the Burdekin, six in Ingham, about four in Proserpine and five in Sarina.

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If you’re interested in being trained as a diesel fitter, boilermaker, fitter and turner, or electrician, then this could be a perfect opportunity for you.The apprenticeship program runs for four years and combines both theory (off-the-job) and practical (on-the-job) education.To be eligible, you must:

Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident Meet the minimum education requirement of Year 10 sound achievement (pass) in

Maths and English Have your own transport or the ability to get to and from work Be in good health

To find out more, or register your interest, head over to the Wilmar Webpage.

Resources 

Unique Student Identifier (USI)What is a USI?A USI is a reference number made up of numbers and letters, that is unique to you.It allows you to create a secure online record of all or any nationally recognised training that you undertake.You’ll only ever need to create one USI account, it will be yours for life.Read more - https://studyworkgrow.com.au/2019/07/09/unique-student-identifier-usi/

Share The Dignity VolunteeringShare The Dignity is currently looking for volunteers to join their team from all across Australia. They operate in all states and territories and currently have no office premises. This means that everyone works at home; from kitchen benches and sofas.Ready to put your hand up for change?

Do you have a minimum of 3hrs a week to volunteer and make a difference? Do you have access to the internet on a computer, laptop, tablet or mobile device? Do you have a passion to help women and girls in need?

If you answered yes to all then Share The Dignity wants you to join their team! To get involved, read more and apply here.

Job Spotlight

General Practitioner (GP)

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What do they do?GP’s are specialist, community based Doctors trained to care for people of all ages, all walks of life, and with all types of medical issues and concerns.They focus on the health of the whole person combining preventative, physical, psychological and social aspects of care.If you’re a people person with lots of empathy and patience, that thrives on variety but handles hum-drum too, then a career as a GP could be perfect for you. Duties:

Conducting examinations of patients and questioning them about their health status to make diagnosis

Ordering lab tests, X-rays and other medical diagnostic procedures where necessary prescribe relevant medication Administering simple medical treatments/procedures such as immunisations, skin

cancer removals & applying stitches Monitoring patients Providing general health advice to patients on diet, nutrition, exercise and other lifestyle

habits to prevent or recover from illness Referring patients to other healthcare professionals Arranging admission of patients into hospital Recording and organising patient records Training and supervising medical students/trainee doctors Keeping up to date with the latest medical treatments and medications relevant to

general practice/primary healthcare Reporting births, deaths and notifiable diseases to government authorities

Skills required:

great interpersonal and communication skills (good “bedside manner”) critical thinking and problem solving ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team or independently open-minded and non-judgemental dedicated interest in continued learning good at decision making organised

Pathways

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GPs have 10-15 years of formal education and training before they can practise independently as a GP.

Step 1 – Successfully complete a medical degree at an accredited Australian/NZ medical school (5-7 years)

Step 2 – Complete a postgraduate internship at an accredited Australian/NZ hospital (1 year)

Step 3 – Complete vocational training, which includes a 1 year hospital residency through either of the following programs;

FRACGP Fellowship (3 years)FACRRM Fellowship (4 years)

Step 4 – Complete all relevant exams and register as Specialist General Practitioner with AHPRA

Step 5 – fully qualify as a GP + apply for jobs Average salary:$127,634 (Source: payscale.com)$96,200 (Source: joboutlook.gov.au)You might also like to look at this GP earnings calculator for a more accurate estimation of what your salary as GP might look like. Future growth: strong (source: Joboutlook.gov.au)

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