Further information and help can be found at The Bundaberg Seconday Guidance webpage using the link below
CAREERS
1. Exploration
2. Tertiary Pathway
3. Vocational Pathway
EDUCATION
1. Learning Account
2. Study Skills
EMOTIONAL WELL BEING
BULLYING
CAREERS
Career development is the process of managing learning, work and leisure throughout your life. It starts with you getting to know yourself and then matching your interests, aspirations and skills with options for study and work. You can develop your skills and discover career opportunities through:
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paid work
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unpaid work experience
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Volunteering
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education
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hobbies and/or;
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cultural activities.
Some simple steps can be undertaken by you such as listing your: goals; likes and dislikes; strengths and weaknesses; interests and passions, and; careers that interest you. The following links will help you explore and find out more about these specifically for you.
1. Career Exploration
Good Universities Guide – Careers Guide
The Careers Guide provides an in-depth look at a range of occupations and their education and training pathways.
My Future
This is a national career information and exploration service that provides information on careers, occupations and career paths. You can also undertake a careers interest test.
Real Life Career Interview Videos
aLife provide a massive range of interview with workers at their work site doing the job e.g., Harley Davidson 1st year motorbike mechanic, counsellor, boat builder, engineer, bus driver, computer technician…..
2. Tertiary Pathway
Open Days, Expos and Career Markets
Applying to University
The Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) processes applications for the majority of undergraduate courses at Queensland universities, for medicine at Bond University, applications to the Australian Maritime College in Tasmania and to some courses at universities in Northern NSW, TAFE Qld and the Southbank Institute of Technology.
Applications for interstate Universities are made through the appropriate state admission centres. Each application is unique and it is therefore advisable to see a Guidance Officer before applying for tertiary courses.
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre | |
New South Wales and ACT - University Admissions Centre | |
Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre | |
South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre, including the Northern Territory | |
Western Australia - Tertiary Institutions Service Centre | |
University of Tasmania | |
Please note that some private providers have a different application process and students need to contact the individual colleges for further advice.
Queensland and Northern NSW universities and colleges that use QTAC
Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC) Key Dates
UMAT
The Undergraduate Medical and Health Sciences Admission Test (UMAT) is developed by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) on behalf of the UMAT Consortium universities. The test is used specifically to assist with the selection of students into the medicine, dentistry and health science degree programs at undergraduate level at the universities listed on the UMAT website.
UMAT scores can be used for admission to any of the UMAT Consortium universities ONLY in the year following the test. More information can be found at the UMAT website.
The Australian Defence Forces
The Australian Defence Force Academy
Accommodation
Types of Accommodation:
Residential Colleges:
Normally provide: a single bedroom; study desk; wardrobe; private / shared bathroom; shared common room; meals; weekly room cleaning; utilities (electricity; internet access); and, regular organised social, sporting and cultural activities. Costs per university week can be $320 - 500.
Agent operated student accommodation:
Organised through a real estate agent, this accommodation type usually provides a lockable bedroom; a shared kitchen; a shared bathroom; living areas; and utilities. Rent is typically $150 – 200 per week.
Privately organised accommodation:
Organise your own accommodation by either finding a room in shared accommodation (usually through online listings); or, renting a place yourself, finding people to move in with you. You will have to negotiate the costs including bond, rent and utility bills. Rent is typically $150 – 200 per week.
Student Guilds:
Many university Student Guilds (union) offer accommodation assistance.
Accommodation Contacts
Brisbane
Name |
Address |
Contact |
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Walcott Street, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3377 1300 |
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College Road, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3377 2333 |
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Sir William MacGregor Drive, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3871 9100 |
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Walcott Street, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3842 4000 |
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Lowana (M05), Campus Life, Griffith University, Mt Gravatt Campus |
Ph.: 3735 5697 |
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Level 1, Hub Building (N11), Campus Life, Griffith University, Kessels Road, Nathan |
Ph.: 3735 7889 |
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5 Rock Street, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3721 2480 |
Kelvin Grove Student Village |
Victoria Park Rd, Kelvin Grove |
Ph.: 3236 9013 |
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72 Upland Road, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3871 9600 |
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60 Bayliss Street, Auchenflower |
Ph.: 1300 822753 |
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College Road, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3842 6600 |
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College Road, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3878 0600 |
The Women’s College |
College Road, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3377 4500 |
Toowong Student Residence |
15 Jephson Street, Toowong |
Ph.: 3371 1966
Website: |
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108 Margaret Street, Brisbane |
Ph.: 3295 3500 |
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Upland Road, St Lucia |
Ph.: 3377 1500 |
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60 Tribune Street, Southbank |
Phone: 3844 1499 / 1800 260 801 |
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80 Tryon Street, Brisbane |
Ph.: 3457 5588 |
Bundaberg
CQUniversity Accommodation Links |
Bundaberg Area |
Ph: 13 CQUni (13 2786) |
CQUni Student Association |
Bundaberg Area |
Ph: (07) 41507013 |
Cairns
Cairns Student Lodge |
10 – 24 Faculty Close, Smithfield, Cairns |
Ph.: 4057 1111 |
Gold Coast
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14 University Drive, Robina |
Ph.: 55954194 |
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96 Edmund Rice Drive, Southport |
Ph.: 5631 4628 |
Springfield
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Level 10 Springfield Tower, 145 Sinnathamby Boulevard, Springfield Central |
Ph.: 3171 4900 |
Ipswich
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191 Warwick Road, Churchill |
Ph.: 0412 588 133 |
Toowoomba
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Baker Street, West Toowoomba |
Ph.: 46312650 |
Rockhampton
CQU Rockhampton Student Residence |
554 – 700 Yaamba Road, North Rockhampton QLD 4701 |
Ph.: 4930 9766 |
Mackay
CQU Mackay Student Residence |
PO Box 5606, Mackay Mail Centre, Mackay QLD 4741 |
Ph.: 4940 7426 |
Townsville
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1 James Cook Drive, Townsville City |
Ph.: 47814148 |
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7 Warilli Street, Aitkenvale and 14 Welsh Street, Rosslea |
Ph.: 4723 9055 |
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261 – 269 Sturt Street, Townsville |
Ph.: 4772 3649 |
Financial Assistance
Department of Human Services
This website also links into Centrelink, Child Support, Students and trainees……..
HECS/Fee-Help
This provides information for students about Australian Government assistance for financing future study.
The Government administers the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) which consists of five HELP loans schemes to assist students with the cost of their fees. There is also information about scholarships.
Scholarships
Scholarships
3. Vocational Pathway
Vocational Education and Training (VET) refers to education and training that focuses on delivering skills and knowledge required for specific industries. It is a learning option for young people in the senior phase of learning.
About one third of Australia’s senior secondary students are enrolled in a VET in Schools course.
Participating in VET can:
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support young people's transitions to employment, vocational and higher education pathways
http://www.aqf.edu.au/
Other benefits of participating in VET include (but not limited to):
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obtaining practical experience from work
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gaining familiarity on how workplaces operate
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developing employability skills
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developing and improving interpersonal skills
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allowing students to explore the potential career path they would like to pursue.
Young people can access VET in a number of ways including:
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through their school being a Registered Training Organisation
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at another Registered Training Organisation
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or through a School-Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship
Open Days, Expos and Career Markets
Vocational Education and Training Pathways
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Agriculture College
Other useful links
The Good Careers Guide
Department of Education Training & Employment
http://education.qld.gov.au/students/placement/vet/
Queensland TAFE
This site shows all the TAFE courses in Queensland and you can look up Wide Bay TAFE
Australian Qualifications Frameworkwww.aqf.edu.au Defence Force Careers
Australian Apprenticeships
If you are thinking of undertaking an apprenticeship or traineeship the following websites will be useful:
Skills Info
Financial Assistance
Department of Human Services
This website also links to Centrelink, Child Support, Students and trainees……..
Vocational Education and Training/Fee-Help
This provides information for students about Australian Government assistance for financing future study. There is also information about scholarships.
EDUCATION
Learning Account
Student Connect
Learning Account, OP and QCE Results.
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement (QCIA)
EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING
Study Skills
Learning Laboratory
Tutorials on mind mapping, note taking, reading skills and exam preparation.
Education Atlas
There is a section on Study Skills.
http://educationatlas.com/study-skills.html
If you are in an emergency or there is immediate risk of harm to yourself or others contact emergency services on OOO. If you need to talk to someone phone Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800, Youth Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636, Life Line 131114 or to chat online contact eheadspace: www.eheadspace.org.au.
Kids Helpline
Youth Beyond Blue
eHeadspace
Life Line
BULLYING
Bullying is a pattern of repeated physical, verbal, psychological or social aggression that is directed towards a specific person by someone with more power and is intended to cause harm, distress and/or create fear. Click here for more information
What is bullying? Bullying can happen anywhere, at school, at home, at work, in online social spaces, via text messaging or email.
If you feel that you are being bullied you can do one or a number of the following:
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Talk to your parent/guardian
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Talk to a teacher
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Talk to someone in the school administration
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Make an appointment with your school Guidance Officer
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See the websites below
Bullying No Way
Take a Stand Together
Cyber Bullying Cyber Smart
http://www.cybersmart.gov.au/