Exciting VET Opportunities in 2025!

Welcome to 2025!

This year, we are excited to provide an extensive selection of Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses, available both in-house and through collaborations with external organisations.

Year 10 Students Embrace New Elective Pathways

We are proud to offer our Year 10 students a diverse range of elective courses designed to develop valuable skills and industry experience. These courses provide hands-on learning opportunities and real-world applications to support their future pathways.

This year’s offerings include:

• Certificate I in Sport and Recreation
• Certificate I in Workplace Skills
• Certificate III in Hospitality
• Certificate III in Aviation (in collaboration with Aviation Australia)
• Certificate III in School-Based Education Support
• Certificate II in Health Support Services (offered through iVET and Kawana Waters State School)

Additionally, all Year 10 students will complete a Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways, equipping them with essential skills for workforce entry or further vocational training.

We are excited to provide these opportunities, ensuring our students are well-prepared for their future careers.

Highly Skilled Trainers Enrich Student Learning

We are privileged to have a team of highly qualified trainers and assessors who bring both current industry experience and expertise in education. Holding a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, they are dedicated to delivering high-quality vocational programs. Their knowledge and commitment enable us to offer a diverse range of qualifications, ensuring our students gain the skills and experience needed for future success.

Senior Students Expand Their Career Horizons

As part of their Senior Education and Training (SET) Plan process last year, our Year 11 and 12 students had the opportunity to select from a wide range of Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses. These programs equip students with valuable industry skills and practical experience, supporting their future career pathways.

This year, our senior students are engaged in the following qualifications:

• Certificate II in Sport Coaching (through Binnacle Training)
• Certificate III in Fitness (through Binnacle Training)
• Certificate III in Hospitality
• Certificate III in Aviation (through Aviation Australia)
• Certificate III in School-Based Education Support
• Certificate II in Health Support Services (through iVET and Kawana Waters State School)
• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (through iVET and Kawana Waters State School)
• Certificate II in Self Awareness (through Blueprint Career Development)
• Certificate II in Workplace Skills
• Certificate II in Volunteering

We are proud to offer these diverse VET qualifications, ensuring our students gain hands-on experience and industry-recognised credentials to support their future education and career aspirations.

Volunteering Students Making a Difference

We are proud to see our volunteering students actively contributing to the community through their placements. These experiences provide valuable opportunities for skill development while fostering a strong sense of social responsibility.

• Mrs Race’s class is assisting in Year 7 and Year 8 classrooms, offering one-on-one support to younger students and enhancing their learning experience.
• Mrs Assay’s students are eager to begin their placement at the Salvation Army Red Hill Homemaker Centre, where they will gain hands-on experience sorting donations and pricing stock.
• Mrs Fechner and Mr Drane’s classes will soon start their placement at Berserker Street State School, working closely with primary students and strengthening community partnerships.

We commend our students for their dedication and enthusiasm in making a meaningful impact within our community.

The Value of Work Experience

Gaining work experience while still in school provides students with invaluable real-world skills, helping them build confidence and prepare for life beyond the classroom. By engaging in practical workplace activities, students develop essential skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, while gaining firsthand insight into various career paths.

In addition to broadening their career perspectives, work experience enhances resumes and increases employability, giving students a competitive edge in the job market. These experiences also help them make informed decisions about their future by exploring different industries and roles.

If your Year 10, 11, or 12 student is interested in participating in work experience or would like more information, please encourage them to see Mrs. Hinchliffe in the D Block staffroom.

We are incredibly proud of our students for embracing these opportunities and developing skills that will benefit them well into their careers. Here’s to a successful and enriching 2025!

Bron Fechner

HOD VET