Victorian Careers Curriculum Framework Futures Forum 2011 Sunshine Convention Centre Victoria University Friday 5 August Andrew Smith - Regional Career Development Officer –Western Metropolitan Region

Curriculum Framework Victorian Careers Did You Know?

Curriculum Framework Victorian Careers What skills will be important in the future? Employability skills: communication team work problem-solving initiative and enterprise planning and organising self-management life long learning technology At the centre of all of these skills are high level literacy and numeracy

Curriculum Framework Victorian Careers How can I develop these skills? Complete as much education as possible! Did you know? High levels of education are associated with: Higher weekly earnings Lower unemployment rates Higher rates of fulltime employment 70% of workers with a university degree earn more than workers without post school qualifications – over a lifetime this can add up to $1.5 million!!

Curriculum Framework Victorian Careers What are the options? Year 10: General program + electives – could start a VET or VCE subject Year 11 & 12 VCE VCAL VET School Based Apprenticeship TAFE

Curriculum Framework Victorian Careers How do I choose my subjects? Think about what you like doing and what you are good at Think about what subjects you will need for your future career – this is particularly important if you are considering university as many courses have prerequisite subjects Keep your options open Be prepared to follow your dream - have high expectations of yourself Set yourself some goals – think about what support you might need to achieve these goals

Curriculum Framework Victorian Careers Post School Options University – degree courses – offered full- time or part-time – fulltime generally takes 3 – 4 years ***scholarships available TAFE – diploma and certificate level courses Private providers Apprenticeships and traineeships Employment – full-time, part-time or casual Volunteer programs

Curriculum Framework Victorian Careers Where can I get help? Careers / MIPS teachers – visit the Careers Room as soon as possible to discuss your options Classroom teachers – ask them about what is involved in their subjects in Years 11 – 12 Family and friends – discuss what you are interested in with your parents – networking is very important in future job prospects Attend Careers Expos – ask lots of questions Participate in Try A Trade days, TAFE Tasters, University / TAFE Open Days Do some Work Experience – talk to employers

Curriculum Framework Victorian Careers Good luck! Thank you for listening Enjoy the rest of the day! Andrew Smith, RCDO, WMR