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VCE Summer School has been run by The University of Melbourne Student Union since 1971. The program aims to prepare students for their VCE studies both academically and personally. Summer School is run by friendly and enthusiastic Melbourne University students. Open to anyone doing VCE subjects in 2009. Summer School Monday 12 th to Friday 23 rd January. The University of Melbourne Parkville campus.
You can apply for cheap accommodation through the Summer School Residential Program which includes most meals and gives you first hand experience of what it’s like to live on campus.
Costs - $120 for the 2 week day program OR $450 for the 2 week day program + accommodation
Can’t afford Summer School? A limited number of bursaries are available for application by students who can demonstrate financial need.
To apply visit http://union.unimelb.edu.au/summerschool/
Applications close Friday 12 th December 2008 5pm
RMIT Short Courses Intro to Adobe Illustrator, Intro to Adobe Photoshop, Fashion Drawing, Folio Preparation for Tertiary Courses, Screen printing and Sewing Summer School. There is information at Careers about Fashion and Design short courses during the December- January holidays and Folio Preparation courses in 2009.
ALLIANCE CANDIDATE REFERRAL PROGRAM This scheme is helping students to undertake traineeships with the Australian Defence Force in the following trades:
See Careers office for more details or the website www.defencetrades.com.au
Renting next Year? Consumer Affairs have a DVD with useful information for young people on renting and their rights and responsibilities. Visit Careers.
Victoria University Trade Careers Expo 18 October at Sunshine Campus. There will be information, hands on sessions, tours etc. Find out about Traineeships and apprenticeships at VU TAFE division for 2008/9. Flier at Careers
NMIT Horticulture Information Session 23 rd October at Greensborough campus – for parents and students to speak to staff about courses in Horticulture. See Careers for info.
LOOKING FOR AN AUTOMOTIVE APPRENTICESHIP? Then consider having Vantage Automotive assist you. Vantage has links to many dealerships including Volvo, Subaru, Audi and VW. Programs commence in Feb 2009, so enrol now to secure a place. For more information go to: www.vantageautomotive.com Alternatively, you may also want to contact the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC)
Work with Kids – Careers in Childcare You can register for vacancies in Child Care, find out about training and qualifications. Visit www.workwithkids.com.au or Careers
Pilot Aptitude Testing For people who attend the two day training course prior to Feb 2009 PATS will allow them to attend another two day course at no extra charge. This offer applies to the following prep programs.
1. Qantas Pilot Testing (including Cadetship, Jetstar online, Qlink online)
2. Australian Defence Force Pilot Testing
This is an excellent deal giving people a four day course for the cost of a two day training course – so a 50% saving. The option for the second two day course can be taken up at anytime. visit the website at www.pilotaptitude.com
  
Interested in a Zoo sleepover? This is your chance to answer the call of the wild……
Zoos Victoria, incorporating Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary has a range of events still available including sleepovers at Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Zoo. Click on the links above or contact them
- Melbourne Zoo on 9285 9300 or email
- Healesville Sanctuary on 5957 2800 or email
- Werribee Open Range Zoo on 9731 9600 or email
- SAFEWAY EPSOM - Midland Highway, Epsom will be opening at the beginning of December. Please follow the links to the website, click on 'careers', 'to search' and 'apply for opportunites', click on CLICK HERE enter 057343 for entry level roles or 057339 for nightfill positions. Vacancies exist in all departments - longlife, nightfill, delicatessen, produce, meat, bakery, seafood, service cashiers, liquor and perishables.
- Interested in being a PILOT?
Commercial Pilots Course at Bendigo Aviation Services
Start date February 2009, accepting applicants from September 1st, 2008.
150 Hour course - Diploma of Business Management (Aviation)
Open day Saturday, October 4th, 2008, at Bendigo Airfield with a FREE BBQ lunch.
Airline pilots will be on hand to answer questions, along with numerous Bendigo Aviation flight instructors.
Further information available from Bendigo Aviation Services 5443 1030. Download their flier
IMPORTANT FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN PHYSIOTHERAPY! Due to a printing error by VTAC, La Trobe's Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Physiotherapy Practice has not been listed as available at La Trobe's Bendigo campus in the 2009 VTAC Guide. However, this course is available at the Bendigo campus in 2009. The correct VTAC Code 24491
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED THE TAFE OPTION? University isn’t for every-one and for many students it isn’t a suitable option. Some TAFE courses are applied for through VTAC and some are direct application. Please check guides and campuses for closing dates and forms required.
Looking for Work?
There is a Job board located outside the School to Work office - this is regularly updated with new opportunities so it is definitely worth a look.
- Course Scans
All students in Year 11 and 12 are encouraged to complete a Course Scan request. This program allows students to see every TAFE and University course accessible via VTAC in Victoria available to them with their subjects. Course Scans can also show what effect subject changes will have to getting in to University/TAFE courses. Students are encouraged to come to the School to Work office and complete a Course Scan request form to assist in their planning for Post VCE study options. Please see Sasha Peppinck.
- My Careers Mail
Website of Careers information and events - you can log on and get information sent to you via email. Vist My Careers Mail today!
Want To Know About What University or TAFE Will Cost?
Confused about CSP, HECS, HECS-HELP? You will find assistance with these areas and funding policies at this website: www.backingaustraliasfuture.gov.au or visit the ATO for HECS and other support information.
AIM HIGH PROGRAM 2008
The Careers and Pathways team coordinate the Aim High program which gives students the opportunity to hear guest speakers, do work experience, participate in mentoring and receive Careers counselling. Will again be offered in 2009. Please feel free to look at the flier from this year's program. Flier for AIM HIGH. 
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