At Corryong College, the Careers Practitioner provides a wide range of programs and support to help students plan their future pathways. Our goal is to ensure every student is informed, prepared, and confident when making decisions about further education, training, or employment.
• University and TAFE options
• Specific course and career advice
• Resume information
• Interview skills resources
• Information on overseas exchange & GAP programs
• Apprenticeship, traineeship and cadetship information
• VTAC and VCAA support
• Work experience and work placement forms
• Interstate universities
• Part-time jobs
• Scholarship information
• University/TAFE open days
• Subject selections
• University Enhancement Studies
These activities are supported through strong collaboration with the teaching staff, wellbeing team, and disability inclusion team to ensure every student’s needs are met.
Years 7–8:
Students take part in career incursions and excursions, introducing them to different industries and helping them start thinking about future goals.
Year 9:
Students complete Morrisby testing and explore how their interests and strengths relate to potential careers. They also receive support with subject selection for senior school.
Year 10:
Students participate in work experience and career development sessions, gaining real-world insights and beginning to plan for post-school options.
Years 11–12:
Students receive tailored support with pathway planning, mock in-terviews, job applications, apprenticeship searches, university and TAFE applications, and gap year planning.
A School-Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship (SBAT) allows students to combine paid employment, vocational training, and secondary school studies while working toward a nationally recognised qualification.
At Corryong College, SBATs give students the opportunity to:
The Corryong College Careers Expo is held biannually during National Careers Week. This exciting event showcases a range of local employers, busi-nesses, and training providers, giving students the chance to explore career pathways and make valuable industry connec-tions.
Students from Years 7 to 12 are invited to attend, complete an interactive quiz, win great prizes, and most importantly, start
When meeting with the Careers Team, students can expect
Students and parents can book an appointment to speak with the Careers team via the following contact details: Email: emma.paton@education.vic.gov.au
Phone: 0260 761 566
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