Careers

Claire Pech – Careers Advisor
Anyone who studies Career Development Theory knows about the Chaos Theory of Careers (Bright and Prior 2012). I like the concept of it because it embeds happenstance, luck, timing and all of those otherworldly concepts.
We also have to marry these experiences with other self-driven concepts such as education, planning, goal setting and taking control.
There’s no better time to embrace this theory of careers than when the world throws us a hand grenade, like COVID, and many of us have to accept these changes.
© Jim Bright 2021
It is crucial for all of us, students, teachers, parents, anyone in the world of work or entering in to it, to know that we need to operate in both sides of this diagram. For the moment, as uncertain as this time is, especially for Year 12’s, we can control some of these by looking at the short term ahead, planning some goals, being strategic in our investigations and also seeking help when needed. My diary is always open for parents and students to book a time slot to discuss any options here.
Thursday 5 August 2021 at 6.00 pm
UAC will give an overview of the Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) and discuss:
- How to apply
- Whether you’re guaranteed early entry if you apply
- Other universities’ direct early entry schemes
- How many early entry schemes you can apply for
Find out more here
UAC Digital | Let’s Chat – Law
Wednesday 11 August 2021 at 6.00 pm
UAC will be joined by university experts to discuss:
- Which HSC courses are recommended for a Law degree
- Available degrees and majors
- Entry requirements and selection criteria
- Work experience opportunities
- How many students get accepted into law each year
- What to do if you don’t meet your dream course’s entry requirements
Find out more here
UAC Digital | Let’s Chat – Alternative pathways to university
Wednesday 18 August 2021 at 6.00 pm
UAC will discuss:
- Pathways you can take if you don’t meet your dream course’s selection criteria
- The benefits of taking a pathway course
- Pathway course credits you can receive if you want to get into an undergraduate degree
- Which universities offer pathway courses
Find out more here
Notre Dame | Sydney Open Day 2021
Navigate your future with an ethical education.
Find out more here
WSU | Discover Western – Applying & Early Offers Webinar
Thursday 9 September 2021 at 5.00 pm
Find out more here
Some great articles here through the Study Work Grow account that you have already set up, or if not please do.
- Change of heart? Not a problem, just change your preferences
- How to Apply to University
- Do you need advice on how to apply for the Macquarie Leaders and Achievers early entry scheme?
Health careers spotlights
- Medical Doctor
- Surgeon
- Sonographer
- Registered Nurse
- Aged Care Worker
- Occupational Therapist
- Music Therapist
- General Practitioner (GP)
- Social Worker