The Career Compass Term 3, Week 8

Master Cabinets in Malaga is seeking a Stone Masonry Apprentice.

For more details, view the ad HERE

Your Path. Your Future.
This guide is designed to allow Western Australians to view a vast array of apprenticeship and traineeship career options that are available in WA, in one place. It contains employers, both small and large, providing opportunities for students to gain experience with employers. It contains areas they cover, who to contact, and dates to apply for their programs.

Click HERE to access the 2025 Apprenticeship and Traineeship Guide

From hands-on trades to cutting-edge tech, discover the career opportunities that start with an apprenticeship.

An apprenticeship or traineeship is your gateway to a rewarding career. Whether you're aiming to become an electrician, plumber, childcare educator, or carpenter, hands-on training equips you with in-demand skills and nationally recognised qualifications.

With thousands of opportunities available across Australia, it's the perfect way to launch your professional journey. Could this be your dream job?

Click HERE to start your search and get in contact with MEGT today.

Applications for most full-time, part-time and online courses are taken via TAFE Admissions. Some courses require direct application to the college.

South Metropolitan TAFE

North Metropolitan TAFE

Students are encouraged to refer to the TAFE Admissions Guide for detailed information about the application process. This document can be accessed HERE

• Applications close 31st October 2025

• To start your applications, click HERE
  

WA's Defence Industry is rapidly expanding and is made up of the local businesses that support Australia’s Defence Force. The industry is a key pillar for Western Australia’s economic diversification and job creation. If you're looking for an exciting, long term career working at the forefront of industry – 'Start Something' with WA's defence industry.'

Western Australia's defence industry needs skilled workers to meet future industry requirements and prepare for major projects happening now and up to the next 20 years. Defence career opportunities are available across Western Australia’s defence industry and offer well-paid and long lasting jobs in trade, paraprofessional, professional and specialist roles. Careers in the Defence Industry are all civilian roles - joining the industry does not mean joining the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

There are 21 occupations currently are in-demand and will be required to sustain current and upcoming defence projects in Western Australia. Occupations span the fields of engineering, information and communication technology, project management and supply chain. View the Occupations Spotlights for some great jobs.

A range of vocational education and training (VET) and university courses are available that can set students up with the skills and knowledge that Western Australian defence industry employers are looking for.

Fee Free Qualifications - Get into training with over 130 fee free qualifications through Lower fees, local skills.

Click HERE to Access the course list

Start a career that’s really going places.

Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s about people.

People need to get to work, home and everywhere in between and businesses rely on our roads.

What’s on offer?

A two-year traineeship that will expose you to various aspects of civil and structural engineering. We will coach and support you through completing a Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering course whilst providing you with a network of personal and professional development, including offering a wide range of social activities for you to experience as a valued part of the team.

Apply HERE

Make your summer one to remember!

Become a teen volunteer abroad and travel the world, making new friends and supporting global initiatives. Our teen volunteer abroad programs are tailor-made for 15-to-18-year-olds with safety, learning, and fun at their core.

Immersion Program webinar recording are available for viewing if you are interested. Click on the links to learn more.

• Medical and healthcare experiences overseas
• Service and volunteer projects in the developing world

Projects Abroad also offer a Diploma in International Volunteering from the Centre for Global Citizenship Studies.

Learn alongside your project, and get ahead with Academic Credits if you want to use it for your university application?

SEDA offers dual diploma qualifications (SIS50321 Diploma of Sport and BSB50120 Diploma of Business) delivered in partnership with elite sporting organisations across Australia. Click HERE for the Sport and Business programs.

In Western Australia, they partner with the Fremantle Dockers and Purple Hands Foundation and the Perth Wildcats, giving students the chance to:

• Learn in an elite sporting environment
• Gain real-world experience through projects and volunteering
• Build networks with industry professionals
• Access pathways to higher education and employment

Attend a In-Person Information Session to hear directly from the team, ask questions and discover the pathways into the program.

• Perth Wildcats- Tuesday 9 September. Click HERE to register and for more information.

• Fremantle Dockers- Wednesday 10 September. Click HERE to register and for more information.

Developed in collaboration with WA Cricket and the Perth Scorchers, this one year Diploma of Sport and Business offers a unique and fully integrated program with access to specialist high-performance cricket coaching to support individual growth.

This course offers up to one year of credit towards select Murdoch University undergraduate degrees, including a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, and a Bachelor of Business, making it easier than ever to shape your future in sport.

Click here to find out more.

Register for the information session held 4 September HERE

Come along to hear from an Oxford Mathematician and UK admissions expert, Gabriel Barruecco. The session is aimed at years 10-12 students; however, younger students who are especially keen are also welcome to attend.

When: 26 August, 7

Where: Sacred Heart College, Sorrento

Register for the event- An Evening with an Oxford University Mathematician

Applications for most full-time, part-time and online courses are taken via TAFE Admissions. Some courses require direct application to the college.

South Metropolitan TAFE

North Metropolitan TAFE

Students are encouraged to refer to the TAFE Admissions Guide for detailed information about the application process. This document can be accessed HERE

• Applications close 31st October 2025

• To start your applications, click HERE
  

Are you interested in working with friends and building up your work experience over the summer? Every year, Campion hires 2000 casual staff across Australia for the busy back-to-school period.

Casual jobs are typically from October / November to February and are well-suited for university, TAFE, or senior secondary school students seeking summer work. The roles available are either warehouse and operations or retail stores.

Click HERE to read more

Click HERE to APPLY

Register Now. ECU ATAR Revision Sessions for Term 3 break

Each year ECU runs ATAR revision programs.

When: 29 September and run through to 3 October.

These is strong demand for these courses, so enrol early.

Before you hit the books in your ECU ATAR Revision Session, you'll need to download some study materials and make sure you bring them on the day.

Book HERE.

Interstate Admission Centre Contacts

For those who are thinking about applying for a place at a university outside Western Australia, here is a list of admission centres around Australia.

• Charles Darwin University applications are taken by SATAC
• Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) for QLD
• South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC) for SA and NT
• Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) for NSW and ACT
• The University of Tasmania incorporating the Australian Maritime College
• Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) for VIC

If you’re a current Year 11 or Year 12 student you should get along the the UWA Open nights. These events are tailored to go beyond the course requirements, admission pathways and degree information. The aim is to create a unique experience that allows you to envision yourself as a future student at UWA.

• Engineering, computer and data science, chemistry, biological sciences, agriculture, geology – or anything else related to STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), this event is designed with you and your future in mind. Register HERE.
• UWA Medicine and Dentistry Open Night and discover the pathway to your dream career in Health. Register HERE
• Your future in Law & Criminology starts HERE
• Business, Commerce, Accounting and Finance, Economics, Management and Organisations, Marketing – or anything else related to Business and Commerce, this event is designed with you and your future in mind. Register HERE

Join us at the UWA Conservatorium of Music for a day of guitar performances, workshops, masterclasses and orchestras led by WA’s finest musicians. Open to players of all ages and abilities, the event culminates in a massed guitar orchestra with the UWA Guitar Studio.

When: Saturday 18 October

For more information and registration click HERE

While ATAR is one way to measure academic potential, it’s not the only one. Experience-based entry looks beyond your school results and considers your life experiences. A large range of skills and knowledge built beyond the traditional classroom, can all be used as part of your application. Some examples include:

• Sporting achievements at a state or national level
• Music exams
• Volunteering experience
• Work experience
• TAFE qualifications

UWA have created an eligibility checker which allows you to select the experiences relevant to you and tells you which documents you’ll need to provide.

For an excellent breakdown of the the experienced based entry pathway and further FAQ's click HERE

TISC Applications are open and early offers will start to be communicated to Year 12 students from 1 September 2025.

• Do you need help starting your application? Click HERE for step by step instruction.
• Check Important Dates for early closing dates, submission of documents and release of WACE results and main round offers.
• Early conditional offers despatch for Year 12 applicants for first preference only will be communicated 1 September, 22 September, 13 October, 24 November and 3 December.
• Digital TISC Guide available HERE

• Science and Mathematics Showcase

If you're passionate about Biological Sciences, Horticulture, Physics, Mathematics, Data Science, Chemistry, Sustainability, Conservation Biology, Environmental Management, or Marine and Freshwater Biology, this event is for you!

Thursday, 28 August 6:00-7:30pm Register HERE

• Computing and Security Showcase

Our Computing and Security programs include a broad choice of major subjects and cover dynamic areas such a computer science, cyber security, information technology, counter terrorism, security, intelligence, and software engineering.

Tuesday, 2 September 6:00-7:30pm Register HERE

• Engineering Showcase

Tour of our state-of-the-art engineering facilities and hear from current students and alumni. Plus, you’ll have the chance to engage with our academic staff.

Friday, 05 September, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Register HERE

• Nursing and Midwifery Showcase

At our Nursing and Midwifery Showcase Evening you will have the opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, learn about our courses and the excellent support services you can expect as a student. You can speak to our Future Student Engagements Team about admission pathways, how to apply, fees and scholarships and flexible study options like online or part-time.

Friday, 05 September, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Register HERE

• Teacher Education Information

Our Information Session will cover course details, admission pathways, application processes, fees, scholarships, and flexible study options such as online or part-time learning.

Tuesday, 09 September, 6:00pm - 7:30pm Register HERE

• Business and Law Information

If you aspire to a career in business or see yourself as a lawyer, this event is a great place to start. As well as highlighting some of our popular courses and career opportunities, we'll introduce you to where you’ll be studying – our incredible new city campus.

Wednesday, 10 September, 6:00pm - 7:30pm Register HERE

• Bachelor of Arts

If you're curious about society, people, cultures and ideas, but haven't yet decided on a career direction, this highly flexible degree is a great place to start, opening your eyes to possible future directions.

Tuesday, 16 September, 6:00pm - 7:00am Register HERE

This is a great resource provided by TISC to assist families and students with understanding the admissions requirements for WA Universities. This guide applies to our current Year 10 families.

I highly recommend all Year 10 students and families considering a St Mark's "Passport to University" access this document.

Click HERE to access the resource.

The Australian Government requires everyone undertaking nationally recognised training qualifications to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). It is now extended to all students commencing higher education from 1 January 2021 and is mandatory for students graduating in 2023 or later to receive an award.

If you're at university, TAFE or doing other nationally recognised training, you need a USI. You need one to get Commonwealth financial assistance, your qualification or statement of attainment.

This includes school students enrolling in a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification as part of their school program or applying to university through the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre1 (TISC).

For information on how to apply for a USI number CLICK HERE