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Term 2, Week 4, 18 - 24 May 2009

Penrith Being Workwise Conference, 19 May 2009

"The 2009 ‘Being Workwise’ conference held at Penrith RSL on 19th May was a fantastic day, thanks to the enthusiastic participation of local business leaders" said Lynda Parigi from the Schools Industry Partnership. Year11 students from Glenmore Park, Cranebrook, Jamison, St Columbas, McCarthy, Blaxland, Penrith Christian, Wycliffe and Cambridge Park high schools worked together with ten local employers and employees to prepare Vocational, Education and Training (VET) students for their mandatory industry work placements in years 11 and 12. The conference was opened by Mayor, Jim Aitken, who praised the students for their initiative in completing a course where there are skills shortages.

Richard Eastmead from The Good Guys mesmerised students with his motivational talk from an employers perspective. Students had the opportunity to ask questions to a panel of employers including Richard Eastmead, Lisa Hodgskin from Penrith RSL, Danielle Welsh from Penrith City Council, Andrew Harvey from Thomas & Coffey, Allan Smith from Woodford Homes and Shane Simpson from Billy Baxter’s and My Cafe. Employers provided valuable information regarding their businesses and career prospects in their industries.

Chris Dowset from Thomas Coffey, Michael Todd from Penrith Valley Economic Development Corporation Ltd and Joel Gaylfoyle from Trevi spoke of their experiences after graduating high school and completing a practical industry skilled focused course either through TAFE or school. Students particularly enjoyed this session as the panel discussed career pathways they are experiencing only a few years after completing a VET course.

Students were quoted as saying ‘Richard Eastmead's talk about careers and working in retail was good advice and helped with decisions about the future’ and ‘I got a great understanding of work placement and how to be a better employee’. The Being Workwise conference gave valuable information to students to prepare them for their work placements and future employment.

www.schoolsindustry.com.au

Swinburne University of Technology Experience Swinburne Grant

Open Day, Sunday 16 August 2009

The Experience Swinburne Grant is designed to assist students in Year 11 or Year 12 from rural and regional areas of Victoria and bordering states, to overcome the cost of travelling to Melbourne to attend Swinburne’s Open Day.

Return cost of travel from home to Melbourne is subsidised under the grant. Grant recipients are also provided with a free lunch.

Applications close Wednesday 15 July, 2009.

http://www.swinburne.edu.au/openday/

Prevocational Courses
Granville TAFE, Automotive and Panelbeating
Information Session July 1st, 9.30am
T. 9682 0222

Chullora TAFE, Construction and Electronics/Electrical
Information Sessions June 30, Construction 9am, Electronics/Electrical 10am
T. 9643 4501

Lidcombe TAFE, Cabinetmaking and Information Technology
Information Sessions June 30, 10am
T. 9643 4501

Introduction to Floristry 1 Day Workshop
21/06/09, 6 Hours, Darlinghurst.
Stylish Designs
9.00am - 3.00pm
Cost: $275
All flowers and materials provided as well as morning tea and lunch
http://www.pearsonsschool.com.au/Courses/ShortRecreational/IntroductiontoFloristry1DayWorkshop/TimetableandCost.aspx

"Help someone find a way back from anxiety and depression."

AIMS

Launched on 18 May 2009, the campaign aims to:
• raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety in young people
• raise awareness of where to get help
• direct people to the website www.youthbeyondblue.com and the beyondblue info line 1300 22 4636
• direct young people to services e.g. www.headspace.org.au, Kids Help Line 1800 55 1800, Lifeline 13 11 14 and www.reachout.com.au
• target not only young people, but their friends, parents and families.

The Youthbeyondblue National Advertising Campaign has a strong call to action that identifies steps for young people to follow in order to improve their knowledge of signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety, and where/how to get help.
The campaign aims to encourage family, friends, workmates etc. of the person who may be experiencing depression/anxiety to:
• LOOK for the signs of depression
• LISTEN to what the person is saying
• TALK about what’s going on
• SEEK HELP together.

The ads aim to demonstrate open communication and supportive behaviour such as encouraging the person to seek professional help and/or assisting the person to get to help from a GP or other health professional.

MITCHELL SCHOOL OF ARTS BATHURST
Must be over 18 years old.

www.artscene.com.au

FUTURE SCHOOL:
Bathurst Summer School 2010
17th - 23rd January

Australian Catholic University Early Achievers’ Program (EAP)
The Early Achievers’ Program (EAP) recognises the achievements and community contributions made by prospective students.

It is a great way for prospective students to gain a place in the undergraduate course of their choice with students assessed on their potential for undertaking tertiary study successfully.

Whether it be volunteering in a local cultural, sporting or religious group or providing care to someone in need, if applicants have the enthusiasm to succeed, they are the type of student that the University would like to welcome. Also taken into consideration are community contributions, employment experience and professional courses that have been undertaken.

Successful applicants will be notified of the outcome of their EAP application ahead of usual University offers, allowing them to enjoy their summer with the confidence of knowing that they have achieved a place at Australian Catholic University.

Applications close on Friday 9 October 2009.

http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/why_choose_acu/choosing_the_right_university_to_attend/early_entry/

UWS Your Show on TVS: ANGLE – ON AIR TUESDAY JUNE 2nd. 8:30 p.m.
Professional TV – Made by School of Communication Arts Students

Informative, revealing, and entertaining, ANGLE now brings good journalism – as seen in the ANGLE print magazine – to television.

ANGLE is made by students of the School of Communication Arts, with some contributions from community producers such as ICE (Information & Cultural Exchange) in Paramatta. UWS Students present the show and fill all technical roles; they research, film, and edit the stories - and they write all their own on-air texts. UWS students created intros and graphics, and a UWS student band contributes with its good-mood music.

ANGLE is a cross-disciplinary project, integrating PR and advertising students into teams created by journalism and media production majors. Students rose to the challenge of learning new and useful skills and took charge of promoting the show as production wound down.

The core crew of fourth year Bachelor Communication students and others enrolled in Learning through Community Service is supported by a number of interns and volunteers from other departments and schools at UWS.

Make sure to tune in to TVS on Tuesdays at 8:30 p.m. (starting June 2nd), with repeats on Wednesdays 2 p.m. and Mondays 11:30 p.m. If you cannot get TVS analogue reception, tune in on the web at any of these times: the show is streamed live on www.tvs.org.au

Youth Allowance changes catch students short
Part of an article taken from WOTNEWS:

"While the Greens welcomed some aspects of the reforms, including the lowering of the age of independence to a more realistic 22 over three years, we hold some serious concerns over others," said Senator Hanson-Young. "Some students who have deferred commencement of university this year and entered the workplace in good faith that they could begin their study in mid-2010 will now find themselves ineligible for independence under the proposed measures in the Budget. "Under two of the work criteria of the previous system, students could work for at least 18 months in the preceding two years to qualify as independent and able to collect Youth Allowance.

This will change as of January 2010. "For students who are currently enjoying a ‘gap year’ before uni, as many young people do these days, these changes will mean they return home and to university without the financial support they were right to assume they were eligible to receive. "This will throw a serious spanner in the works for many young people who have planned for their future under long-standing arrangements for Youth Allowance eligibility, and hoped to undertake their higher education without having to study and work full-time.

"These young people are now faced with the prospect of working many hours a week on top of their studies to make ends meet, or dropping out of their place in higher education altogether."

http://wotnews.com.au/like/youth_allowance_changes_catch_students_short/3421880/

Reminder. UTS Bachelor of Accounting Round 1 applications close on Friday 12 June 2009.

Also a reminder that the info evening is on 1 June.

http://www.business.uts.edu.au/bofacc

Study with Qantm for a day!
Study with Qantm for a day’ is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 and mature aged students interested in studying creative digital media. This is an opportunity to experience a full day of hands on training in your chosen field with industry-experienced instructors for only $40!

SYDNEY: July 18th, October 17th
BRISBANE & MELBOURNE: July 11th, September 26th

(9.00 - 4.30pm)

http://www.qantm.com.au/news/events.cfm

Raffles College of Design and Commerce Scholarships
One full-fee and one half fee scholarship is offered annually for each of our three undergraduate degree programs:

•Bachelor of Commerce
•Bachelor of Design
•Bachelor of Arts (Visual Communication)

Applications are now open to all current Year 12 Australian high school students. The scholarships are are currently valued at $55,540 for full tuition fees and $22,770 for half tuition fees. Applications are only available to students with Australian citizenship.

Applications close on 30 September 2009.

http://www.raffles.edu.au

There’s something different about our Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Economics in 2010

We are pleased to announce that the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) and the Bachelor of Economics (BEc) programs will be enhanced to incorporate new core structures, courses and majors in 2010. This reflects our commitment to ensuring students have the knowledge and skills required to succeed in a fast-changing business environment.

More information and Undergraduate Program Guide 2010: http://www.asb.unsw.edu.au/futurestudents/undergraduate/Pages/programchanges.aspx

WIN ONE OF THREE APM SCHOLARSHIPS VALUED AT OVER $50,000!
APM are delighted to announce that we have three brilliant scholarships on offer for 2010:
1 x full-fee Degree scholarship valued at over $37,000; and
2 x half-fee Advanced Diploma scholarships valued at $7,200 each.

The awarding of our scholarships are based on a submission detailing which course you are interested in, why you believe the course is right for you and why you deserve the scholarship.

We encourage applicants to be creative!

Entries close on Friday 4 September 2009.

Applicants must be current Yr 12 Australian High School students.

http://www.apm.edu.au

Create your own rebellion and you could win a three-year scholarship to Billy Blue College of Design worth $50,000!

Billy Blue is highly regarded by the visual communications industry, both in Australia and overseas. This is due to three key factors.

Firstly, and perhaps most importantly, the quality of the students that come to study here is exceptional. Their enthusiasm and talent creates an energy that is hard to define but is obvious in the work they produce.

Secondly, the programs we deliver are specifically designed to help students master the broad range of skills needed to become a creative and productive member of the design community.

And finally, we have a dedicated team of lecturers who are all industry practitioners creating a teaching culture that is dynamic, commercial and contemporary.

CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES IS FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER 2009 AT OUR OFFICE.

WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON FRIDAY 23 OCTOBER.

http://www.billyblue.com.au

Medical Laboratory Visits, Victoria
The Discipline of Laboratory Medicine at RMIT University, in collaboration with the medical diagnostic and research laboratories that support our third year Professional Practice program, has arranged a series of laboratory visits in metropolitan and regional Victoria for VCE students, between 6 July to 9 July 2009. (NSW/ACT students welcome)

If you are interested in the laboratory investigation, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease, and want to know about the role of a Medical Scientist in this process, then register for the visits that have been arranged during that week. Note that you are able to register for more than one visit if you wish.

Closing date for registration is 12 June 2009. For further details on visits, or to change your registration details, contact Merilyn Lennox (email merilyn.lennox@rmit.edu.au or tel. (03) 9925 7075).

http://www.rmit.edu.au/medical-sciences/lab-visits

University of Wollongong Early Entry

Imagine being rewarded for your hard work before you even sit the HSC!

The Early Entry program can take some of the stress out of your final year because you’ll know you already have a place secured at UOW.

And you still have the flexibility of being able to change your mind and your UAC preferences. You also have the option of deferring an Early Entry offer.

You'll be assessed on your academic record, including your trial HSC, and other criteria such as an interview where you will have the opportunity to show your passion for the degree and/or portfolio. If successful, you’ll receive a guaranteed offer or an offer conditional upon your HSC results.

Interviews for Early Entry applicants are held late September.

Applications for Early Entry to all faculties will open on 1 July 2009.

http://www.uow.edu.au/future/earlyentry/index.html

Chinese for Beginners
Course Name: Chinese for Beginners
Time and Date: Monday 6:00 – 8:30pm. 20 hours – 8 lessons
Location: Camperdown Campus, The University of Sydney

New course commences 1 June 2009!

Course Description: This course is suitable for people who have no prior knowledge of the Chinese language. It is designed for beginners to gain a basic knowledge and confidence in using Chinese. The Chinese sentence structure, grammar and basic Chinese characters will be introduced in the course. Pinyin as a pronunciation tool will be taught during the class. Basic vocabulary and conversations frequently encountered in everyday life will be provided through typical everyday scenarios. Learners will acquire essential skills in using Chinese and be ready to go on to the next level of learning.

Pre-Requisites: No prior knowledge of Chinese required.

Texts: Text book and materials are covered in the Tuition Fee.

Fee: $280.00 for 8 weeks.

If you have any queries about this outline or any aspects of the language course please contact us on 02 9036 7512 or email confucius.institute@usyd.edu.au.

http://www.usyd.edu.au/confucius_institute/programs/chinese_language/general.shtml

Bond University Investing in your Future - Scholarship Information Seminar, 10 June
www.bond.edu.au/events
www.bond.edu.au/scholarships

UOW Management Cadetship Program

Great Opportunities for Great People

Are you finishing the HSC this year and interested in combining work and study? Are you a high achiever who is looking for a rewarding experience beyond just going to a great University?

The University’s Management Cadetship offers a wonderful opportunity to combine work and study. Cadets work in a number of areas across the University including Personnel, Finance, Marketing, Audit, Policy & Governance and Student Administration. Successful applicants undertake a relevant undergraduate degree majoring in areas such as Management, Marketing, Finance, Accounting or Business Information Systems. Other areas of study may be acceptable if they are considered compatible with the work placements of the cadetship.

For further information about the Cadetship, please contact:
Professional & Organisational Development Services
University of Wollongong
(02) 4221 4929
pods_admin@uow.edu.au
http://www.uow.edu.au/about/scholarships/cadet

AICM Open Day, Saturday June 20, 10am till 2pm @ Rozelle Campus.

Australian International Conservatorium of Music
http://www.aicm.edu.au/

Year 11 & 12 Open Night & Year 12 Information Evenings
Year 11 & 12 Open Night

The University of Wollongong is hosting an Open Night to give Year 11 and 12 students, as well as their parents, the opportunity to visit UOW to learn more about degrees on offer at UOW and where a degree from UOW can lead.

Held on Wednesday 10 June from 5pm, you can visit the UOW Uni Services Expo to learn more about the opportunities and support UOW has to offer students – such as scholarships and study abroad.

From 6pm – 8.30pm, each of UOW’s nine faculties will run three consecutive sessions - meaning that you don't have to pick just one faculty to visit - you can learn more about a number of study areas and careers that you may be considering for life after high school.

Faculty sessions will commence at 6pm, 6.50pm and 7.40pm and attendees can expect to hear from the Faculty Deans and Academics, as well as current and past UOW students who will be discussing why they chose UOW and where their UOW degree has led them.

Bookings essential, call 1300 367 869 or book online.
http://www.uow.edu.au/future/opennight/index.html

Information Evenings for Year 12 Students & Parents

The University of Wollongong is holding Information Evenings for Year 12 students and their parents in September 2009. Attendees can expect to gain information on everything from early entry and scholarships to key dates for UAC applications. There will also be an opportunity to speak with representatives across all faculties.

1 September 2009
University Hall, University of Wollongong
Northfields Avenue, Wollongong
6.30pm - 8.30pm

2 September 2009
Sutherland Entertainment Centre
30 Eton Street, Sutherland
6.30pm - 8.30pm

7 September 2009
Campbelltown RSL Club
Carberry Lane, Campbelltown
6.30pm - 8.30pm

8 September 2009
University of Wollongong - Loftus Education Centre
1 Pitt Street, Loftus
6.30pm - 8.00pm

14 September 2009
Showroom, Cronulla Sharks
Captain Cook Drive, Cronulla
6.30pm - 8.30pm

15 September 2009
University of Wollongong - Shoalhaven Campus
George Evans Road, West Nowra
6.30pm - 8.30pm

Book online. Please call 1300 367 869 for further information
http://www.uow.edu.au/future/year12infoeves/index.html

National Tradesman's Expo
Melbourne 29 - 31 May 2009
Sydney 12 - 14 March 2010

Everything a tradesman, contractor, sub-contractor, owner-operator or serious DIY handyman needs.

See active demonstrations by the experts.

http://www.ntx.com.au

UNE Careers Advisers' Summit
12 June.

For more information please contact:
Marina Schneider
Marketing Events & Project Coordinator
Tel: 02 6773 3638
Email: Marina.Schneider@une.edu.au

A half-day seminar featuring forensic scientists, investigators and lawyers who will discuss their career paths, experiences and be available for specific questions from the audience. There will be displays featuring work performed by NSW forensic practitioners and information from those NSW universities offering studies relevant to forensic science.

PRESENTATION INFORMATION:
DATE: Saturday 11th July 2009
TIME: 9:00am - 1:30pm
VENUE: The University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) Broadway Campus
COST: $30 per person - this includes a morning tea / coffee break.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This seminar is open to anyone who wishes to learn more about the "real" world of forensic science, policing and law. It is especially designed to help secondary and tertiary students learn more about these career areas and to make more informed
choices. Lectures will be presented by prominent professionals in the field and will include interesting casework.

Please note that some material may be graphic, hence a 16 years+ age restriction must be strictly observed.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Limited seating is available for this seminar. Contact: nswbranch@anzfss.org.au

UNSW Prog Comp
The UNSW Prog Comp has the overall aim of raising awareness amongst high school students of the craft of programming and to encourage students to develop and apply their computing knowledge and skills.

It is organised by The School of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at The University of New South Wales (UNSW) . UNSW is actively involved in encouraging and supporting high school students with an interest in computing and Information Technology through several programs (see www.computing.unsw.edu.au). The UNSW Prog Comp has been run annually since 1997 and now attracts entries from all over the nation.

2009 Registration is now open.

Fri 29 May 5pm EST Close of Web registrations.

http://www.computing.unsw.edu.au/progcomp

TAFE Sydney Institute Online career advice sessions (webinars)

Get your career questions answered

TAFE Career Counsellors will be broadcasting live to give you expert career information and the chance to find out about your options.

Online career advice session times

Our Career Counsellors will be presenting live on the following dates

_{Applying to TAFE}	_{Tuesday, 12 May 2009}	_{5.30 pm – 6.30 pm}
_{Getting into TAFE in Semester 2}	_{Tuesday 26 May}	_{12.30 pm – 1.30 pm}
_{Your Quick Career Questions Answered}	_{Friday 12 June}	_{12.30 pm – 1.30 pm}
_{Update your skills now for future career opportunities}	_{Friday 26 June}	_{1.00 pm – 2.00 pm}
_{Your Quick Career Questions Answered}	_{Friday 10 July}	_{1.00 pm – 2.00 pm}
_{Want to Return to Study? Your Concerns Answered}	_{Wednesday 22 July}	_{5.30 pm – 6.30 pm}
_{Your Quick Career Questions Answered}	_{Friday 7 August}	_{3.30 pm – 4.30 pm}
_{Get your Year 12 equivalence at TAFE}	_{Friday 21 August}	_{1.00 pm – 2.00 pm}
_{Your Quick Career Questions Answered}	_{Friday 4 September}	_{2.30 pm – 3.30 pm}
_{Overseas Qualified & not sure what to do?}	_{Wednesday 16 September}	_{5.30 pm – 6.30 pm}

Health Careers Kit
The Health Careers kit forms part of a wider project aimed at promoting Multidisciplinary Health careers to rural high school students.
This kit includes information related to health, medicine and nursing programs offered at all NSW universities which offer these programs.

A copy of the 2009 Kit is now available for download.

http://notes.med.unsw.edu.au/rcsweb.nsf/page/Health%20Careers%20Kit

Career Start Investigation
CSI Castle Hill is an opportunity for students to investigate career options by hearing first hand from trades people and professionals what working in their industry is really like. Through a series of short presentations they will address some of the issues facing young people when looking at different career choices including:

- the good and not so good parts of the job
- getting a foot in the door
- different careers / jobs within the industries

Register by: 5th July, 2009
tel. 9639 7999 fax. 9639 7988

Details

Dates: 5 August 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM & 6 August 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
RSVP By: 5 July 2009

Venue:
Castle Grand
Cnr Castle & Pennant Sts
Castle Hill 2154

Organiser: Hills Schools Industry Partnership
Contact: David Jeremy
Email: info@HillsSIP.com.au
Web: http://www.hillssip.com.au

Apprenticeship & Traineeship Expo

EMPLOYERS RECRUITING NOW FOR 2009/10

Bring a pen, plenty of copies of your resume and talk with employers on the day!

Discuss your personal career options with a range of professionals.

PARENTS WELCOME TOO!

Construction, Butchers, Bakers, Aircraft, Childcare, Community Services, Electrical & Electronics, IT, VOIP and Computers, Defence Recruiting, Metals & Engineering, Hospitality, Police, Nursing, Aged Care, School Based Trainees and heaps more!

Details

Date: 23 June 2009 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
RSVP By:

Venue:
Castle Hill TAFE Campus
Cnr Showground Road & Green Street
Castle Hill 2154

Organiser: Hills Schools Industry Partnership
Contact: David Jeremy
Email: info@hillssip.com.au
Web: http://www.hillssip.com.au

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