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TERTIARY EDUCATION

ON A MISSION: USQ’s Stirling Roberton is dedicating his time to improving life on the land. PHOTO: Davd Martinelli

USQ GRADUATE UNEARTHS HIS FUTURE Stirling Roberton is combining his true passion with a driving purpose

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My motto is ‘you’ll never know until you give it a go’. If you push yourself you can really achieve big things

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Life on the land is tough.

But it’s also what inspired Stirling Roberton to go to university.

Born and raised on a farm in Kilcoy, Stirling knew even in high school that his future lay in agriculture.

"By Year 10, I had pretty much decided I wanted to go to the University of Southern Queensland — the only uni in Australia offering a degree in agricultural engineering," he said.

Stirling started his bachelor’s degree straight after Year 12.

"I was fortunate enough to receive the USQ Vice-Chancellor’s Principal's Recommendation Scholarship which enabled me to start studying right away," Stirling said.

He graduated with Honours in 2015 and went on to study a PhD in Precision Agriculture.

Now 23-years old, Stirling is on his way to becoming one of the country’s youngest and most accomplished agricultural researchers.

"My motto is ‘you’ll never know until you give it a go’.

“If you push yourself you can really achieve big things.”

It’s Stirling’s determination to improve life for farmers, like his dad, that drives him every day.

"I grew up on a beef property in a single-parent family, so there were always pressures to make ends meet," he said.

"I want to take away some of those pressures."

Find out more about USQ’s degrees and programs at usq.edu.au/study.

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CONTENTS

Discover Bond University......................................................................................... 07 Get the right training with Austcare ...................................................................... 09 Set your kids on the right path with Scots PGC .................................................10 QATC gives you real world skills .............................................................................12 Uncover the Downs Group Training difference ..................................................14 Set yourself up for success at UQ ..........................................................................15 TAFE offers a variety of fantastic options ............................................................16 Kath Dickson Institute knows childcare ...............................................................18 Our Lady of Southern Cross College Dalby leads the way ..............................19 Toowoomba’s Student Village is a home away from home ............................ 20 The Pharmacy Guild of Australia offers fantastic training ...............................23 When looking for a career, Best Employment has you covered .....................28 Rockhampton Grammar prepares students for a rapidly changing world ..29 USQ helps students kickstart their career ...........................................................38

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TERTIARY EDUCATION

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT UNIVERSITY

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Ensure there is access to professors and tutors outside of class and explore what student learning support is offered. ■

KNOWING what to look for in a university is vital, and visiting the campus with your family is ideal.

So what should you look for in a University?

■ Facilities: Look at the learning facilities offered, for example libraries, study areas and computer labs, sporting and recreational facilities.

■ Degrees and Courses: Understand the entry requirements and options, as well as the application process and deadlines.

■ Learning and Support: Ensure there is access to professors and tutors outside of class and explore what student learning support is offered.

■ Graduate Opportunities: Ask about likely graduate outcomes, and what career advice and support is offered.

■ Fees: Investigate access to a government loan such as HECS or Fee-HELP and ask about grants and scholarships.

■ Parking and accommodation: Confirm parking availability and cost as well as accommodation options.

To learn more about Bond University, call 1800 074 074, email information@bond.edu.au, visit bond.edu.au or visit the campus for a tour.

THE RIGHT DECISION: Bond University is a great institution. PHOTO: Remco Jansen

YOUR FUTURE STARTS RIGHT NOW At Bond University, you can keep your finger firmly on the pulse by accessing our state-of-the-art facilities and gain highly relevant practical experience to prepare you for the workforce. bond.edu.au/apply

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TRAINING COLLEGE

IT’S THE RIGHT TRAINING THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

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We understand the importance of easy and immediate access to quality training, delivered when and where you need it, to enable your future career to gather momentum.

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HB Training is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 30939) known in the marketplace as a provider of nationally recognised training courses, workshops, customised training, recognition of prior learning (RPL) and non-accredited training.

At HB Training, we recognise that our clients are looking for 'choice' and 'flexibility' and therefore offer employers and students the opportunity to combine work and learning through a variety of flexible delivery options.

Flexible training to suit your needs We understand the importance of easy and immediate access to quality training, delivered when and where you need it, to enable your future career to gather momentum.

Therefore, we offer a flexible mix of regular scheduled workshops, online learning, one-on-one training options and specialised and customisable training programmes.

All content is industry-relevant and work-based and is delivered and administered by qualified, skilled trainers who have real industry experience.

Our training is customised to align with student needs and course requirements.

Through this approach, we can unite traditional methods of training and assessment with emerging technologies that provide opportunities in the eLearning environment.

HB Training offers a variety of Nationally Recognised Training (Certificates/Diploma’s) in the areas of: ■ Business ■ Project Management ■ Workplace Health & Safety

■ Agriculture ■ Leadership & Management ■ Health & Support ■ Construction ■ Hospitality ■ Certificate IV in Training and Assessment ■ Financial Services ■ Retail ■ White Card ■ RRTO Standard 11 Mines Induction HB Training also offers a variety of Corporate Workshops: ■ Management Skills ■ Reception and Telephone Skills ■ Customer Service Skills ■ Time Management ■ Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Publisher, PowerPoint ■ Microsoft Project ■ MYOB / Quickbooks ■ Health Safety Representative Kicking off a great career through an apprenticeship or traineeship can open an extremely rewarding path to the future.

HB are funded and able to deliver training for traineeships in the areas of Business, Hospitality, Aged care and Retail to both school based and full time trainee’s.

So now is the time for you to explore your future career options Call or email us today about how we, as specialists in training, can set you on a rewarding career path or help you to upskill!

TRAINING COLLEGE

DISCOVER YOUR PASSION AT AUSTCARE AustCare Training is aged care training company that has achieved preferred provider status among the local aged care and community services providers in Toowoomba through close consultation and specific quality improvements to our courses directly from the facilities.

This is what sets us apart.

We train on-site and have access to all equipment used in the facilities in the training room.

Qualified trainers and quality training have helped students gain employment at Blue Care, Bupa, Churches of Christ and Tricare to name a few.

With more than 65 job outcomes in Toowoomba if your looking to enter the industry or a change of career then Austcare is your professional introduction.

To accommodate people looking to enter this field Austcare offers night courses for flexibility.

This allows you to work and study.

The aged care industry is booming with approximately 4.6 million people turning 65.

This also means that home care is searching for

workers.

Austcare is the trusted name in aged care training in Toowoomba!

Aged care, Home care and Disability is our speciality.

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SCHOOLING

COUNTRY VALUES AND DEDICATION COMBINE AT SCOTS PGC COLLEGE SCOTS PGC College is a leading private co-educational day and boarding school catering for over 400 students from Prep to Year 12.

We strive to provide an education where country values inspire excellence and students will be prepared fully for their future.

Every student is an individual and their education must reflect this.

Our role is to provide support, challenges and opportunities for every student to develop to their potential.

All students benefit from the beautiful grounds with manicured lawns and gardens.

The serene Condamine River meanders through the campus and our prize sheep and cattle graze adjacent to sporting fields.

All of this, yet we are only minutes from the Warwick CBD. Purpose-built precincts exist for Junior, Middle and Senior Schools allowing students to engage with children of their own cohort.

There are also separate facilities, like libraries and resource rooms, for their educational, co-curricular and sporting requirements as well as covered outdoor relaxation zones As a specialist co-educational boarding school we prepare our young people for the real world by introducing them to an independent and responsible approach to life.

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Sporting facilities abound on campus, with ovals, equestrian jumps, tennis courts, covered netball and basketball courts, and a large indoor sports hall and gymnasium.

We cater for rugby, cricket, soccer, netball, basketball, touch football, athletics and equestrian, and much, much more.

Our boarding environment provides a safe and secure space with excellent academic tutoring support.

Sporting facilities abound on campus, with ovals, equestrian jumps, tennis courts, covered netball and basketball courts, and a large indoor sports hall and gymnasium.

We cater for rugby, cricket, soccer, netball, basketball, touch football, athletics and equestrian, and much, much more.

For an education where country values inspire excellence and students are fully prepared for their future — look no further than Scots PGC College.

Phone the college today on 4666 9811 to uncover all this wonderful school has to offer.

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WELCOMING COMMUNITY: Scots PGC College has much more to offer than just a great education.

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SCOTS PGC College offers students a quality education from Prep to Year 12 as a co-educational day and boarding school.

Foundation Scholarships for boarding students entering Years 10, 11 and 12 in 2018 are now available.

As a specialist co-educational boarding school we prepare our young people for the real world by introducing them to an independent and responsible approach to life.

Our boarding environment provides a safe and secure space with excellent academic tutoring support.

Our boarding facilities are purpose-built. Boarders at SCOTS enjoy their own personal space (room) and have access to common areas where they can relax, play games and enjoy additional stimulation. Students enjoy healthy meals prepared in consultation with a dietician and have access to monitored Wi-Fi. All students are cared for by live-in residential supervisors and have a routine that helps them manage the time-scheduling of the day so they

can complete school, extra-curricular activities, study and dining, as well as have some down-time.

Weekend facilities at the College include an outstanding gymnasium, modern Industrial Technology, Graphics and Manual Arts Centre, computer rooms, library and resource centre, and extensive outside sporting facilities. We also deliberately bring the outside world into boarding education so that it can play a broadening role in adolescent development. A modest annual levy entitles a boarder to many organised weekend activities and school socials throughout the year. Optional weekend activities include trips to Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Toowoomba for cultural and ‘fun’ outings.

To find out more, contact the Enrolments Officer on 07 4666 9808 or visit us online at scotspgc.com.au

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The College has separate boarding campuses for boys and girls allowing students to enjoy the benefits of single and mixed gender activities.

Our boarding emphasis provides experiences and support that nurture effective, resilient and enthusiastic learners. We are sensitive to the needs of adolescents whilst still promoting sound personal development. This means we seek to strike a balance between personal freedom and group responsibility; the school day and ‘home’; learning and self-motivation.

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TRAINING COLLEGE

START THINKING ABOUT AG STUDY OPTIONS NOW QATC offers students exciting and varied study options

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Through the iconic Longreach Pastoral College and Emerald Agricultural College, as well as numerous other training hubs throughout the State, QATC offers an exciting mix of study options in 2018.

GONE are the days that agriculture is just about digging up dirt and chasing cows from sun up to after sun down; agriculture is a modern industry that is heavily influenced by technology and increasingly valued by consumers of Australia’s world-class agricultural produce.

That’s the opinion of Education and Training Manager at Queensland Agricultural Training Colleges (QATC), Mr Bernie Ingle, who is advising school leavers to consider a career in the industry.

"A career in agriculture can take you places, and Queensland Agricultural Training Colleges is committed to providing education and training options that suit people who have lived on farms all their lives, or only occasionally visited one," Mr Ingle said.

"Through the iconic Longreach Pastoral College and Emerald Agricultural College, as well as numerous other training hubs throughout the State, QATC offers an exciting mix of study options in 2018.

"Our saying is ‘practical makes perfect’ and that’s because with QATC, you get to do hands-on practical training, which is offered at very few agricultural education institutions any more".

"The diversity of agricultural career options is reflected in the variety of course options available through QATC," he said.

GREAT PATHWAY: QATC PACE students have relished the combination of high school studies and practical agricultural training – an education concept that is being beefed up through the new Access Ag program for Year 11 and 12 students.

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"There are options for school students, school leavers, mid-career changers, and others who are in the workforce, but may not have formal recognition of the skills they have learned on the job."

Mr Ingle noted that the options extend from high school, through to a Bachelor of Agriculture degree delivered in partnership with CQUniversity.

The first step toward an agricultural career can begin with the QATC Access Ag program – a new and unique schooling program for Year 11 and 12 students fully integrating agricultural studies with a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).

"Access Ag turns senior schooling on its head; instead of agriculture being a small part of the curriculum, we have made it the base upon which school certificates can be achieved, and provides graduates ready for work or further education in agriculture.

The program offers four elective streams General Agriculture, Broadacre Cropping, Livestock Production or Horsemanship. Students will be involved in practical, work integrated learning at QATC industry scale facilities and with industry partners.

"Access Ag students will complete two integrated vocational qualifications in agriculture, two ‘Start Uni Now’ (SUN) units which provide credit recognition in the CQUniversity Bachelor of Agriculture, plus QCE eligibility," Mr Ingle said.

Since 2016, QATC has partnered with CQUniversity to deliver a Bachelor of Agriculture.

The first year of the degree focusses on hands-on training utilising QATC’s core practical skills development philosophy.

"Our partnership with CQUniversity means we can offer a comprehensive pathway for a complete agricultural education… whether you’re in high school, considering post-school and tertiary options, or already in the workforce.”

Mr Ingle claims that the Northern Beef Industries program, run at Longreach Pastoral College is an example of how QATC provides graduates that get snapped up by the biggest agricultural employers in Australia.

"The Northern Beef Industries Program was designed in consultation with a number of Australia’s biggest and most respected pastoral companies. Of the first cohort that graduated the Northern Beef Industries Program, all who sought jobs with the pastoral company partners, were offered positions."

"This is a win-win for our graduates and employers" he said.

For those wanting to know more about the educational pathways available through QATC, four-day TASTE (The Agricultural Skills and Technology Experience) programs are run at Longreach and Emerald during some school holidays, giving prospective students the opportunity to experience campus life and a variety of agricultural activities.

To find out more visit qatc.edu.au or contact 1800 888 710.

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TRAINING COLLEGE

A PRACTICAL PATHWAY

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By choosing an apprenticeship or traineeship pathway you will gain practical skills that give you a career for life.

CHOOSING the apprecnticeship pathway opens up endless doors of opportunity to learn a valued trade that will mean you are skilled for a lifetime.

What are the main benefits?

■ Earn while you learn ■ Gain nationally recognised qualifications ■ Learn practically through real world experiences Why choose this pathway?

By choosing an apprenticeship or traineeship pathway you will gain practical skills that give you a career for life.

You are paid whilst you are learning and you take on minimal debts compared to university pathways. What is there not to like?

You will gain industry experience and valuable hands on skills whilst flexible training modes allow you to complete your qualification whilst being a part time or full time employee.

Why choose DGT? DGT is a Group Training Organisation or GTO as well as being a Registered Training Organisation or RTO. What that means is that we are a large scale employer of apprentices and trainees who then facilitates placing all of them with local and qualified host employers to complete their on the job training

whilst also arranging their off the job training and wages.

The benefits you enjoy if you choose DGT include; ■ Better support- you are assigned an employment consultant who has your back every step of the way ■ Better security - we are committed to keeping you employed until completion.

■ Better care - the team at DGT pride themselves on their passion for this industry and our apprentices we strive for excellence in every area including ensuring you are cared for to the utmost of our ability.

How do Apprenticeships work?

Apprenticeships and traineeships allow you to gain experience through a combination of on-the-job training and off-the-job training, in addition to earning a wage.

Apprenticeships are generally Certificate IIIlevel and take three to four years to complete.

Practical Careers Pathways through Practical Training

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TERTIARY EDUCATION

EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS Relocation Grants are available to students looking to study at UQ

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"UQ’s Regional and Town Planning graduates are highly regarded within industry and they work regionally, nationally and internationally to help communities, companies and governments in the essential tasks of integrating environmental, economic and social aspects of development

IF YOU live outside of Southeast Queensland and town planning is on your career horizon, now is the time to apply to The University of Queensland.

Generous Relocation Grants are available for students commencing in UQ’s Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning program in Semester 1, 2018 and who will need to relocate to Brisbane to undertake their study.

They will assist with relocation or accommodation expenses to ease some of the initial stress in that important move to tertiary study and to Brisbane.

The Head of the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences at UQ, Professor Jonathan Aitchison, said that the School was pleased to support this new initiative encouraging regional and interstate students to apply for programs at UQ such as Regional and Town Planning.

"UQ’s Regional and Town Planning graduates are highly regarded within industry and they work regionally, nationally and internationally to help communities, companies and governments in the essential tasks of integrating environmental, economic and social aspects of development,” Professor Aitchison said.

“Town planners are vitally important in ensuring the affordability, sustainability and liveability of our communities and regions and, encouraging regional students to become part of the profession is integral to

the success of this sector.”

UQ’s Regional and Town Planning program is fully accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) and our planning graduates are in high demand around Australia as more communities and infrastructure projects are in development.

The Relocation Grants complement more than 200 scholarships for prospective students and over 350 scholarships and prizes for continuing students at UQ. Find more information and eligibility criteria for these Relocation Bursaries at future-students.uq.edu.au/study or apply now by heading to ems.gs/3iGO0kQbfCy.

HARD AT WORK: UQ Planning students work on planning projects with industry partners in every year of the program and address key development issues facing communities.

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TRAINING COLLEGE

GET A HEAD START

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I enrolled in my TAFE at School course during year 11 to get a head start on my career and broaden my horizons in the cooking and hospitality industry.

“I love to cook and amaze others with my food, so the hands-on and practical nature of this course is definitely the best part. I know this course will help me achieve my dream of one day becoming a pastry chef.

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ALL year 11 and 12 students are eligible to participate in a TAFE at School course.

You can choose to study from more than 50 exciting and varied certificate level vocational education and training (VET) courses.

Best of all, a TAFE at School course can be studied in conjunction with your senior studies and counts towards your Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).

Tafe at school is a great way to: ■ Get a qualification while still at school ■ Gain direct entry into our diploma courses ■ Gain valuable credits towards your QCE ■ Gain credits towards an apprenticeship, diploma course or university studies ■ Get you work ready ■ Build practical skills in an adult learning environment ■ Learn from professionals, bursting with current industry knowledge.

No matter what your goals, we have a pathway to get you there.

Pathways to... University When you study a TAFE at School course, you are taking the first step on your path to higher education.

Once you complete your TAFE at School certificate, you are guaranteed a place in any of TAFE Queensland’s diploma courses.

When you complete your diploma, you are guaranteed a place in a bachelor degree with the University of Canberra.

You can also shave time off your bachelor degree by turning your diploma into course credits at some of Australia’s top universities.

In many cases, you can enter your university degree straight into second year, meaning you will receive a diploma and a degree in the same amount of time it usually takes to complete a degree on its own.

Pathways to... A trade Not everyone wants or needs to go to university to have a successful career.

TAFE Queensland offers both school based apprenticeships and traineeships, which gets you work-ready and a step ahead of your peers.

Becoming a school-based apprentice or trainee gives you skills in a vocation or trade and allows you to earn money while you’re still at school.

A school-based apprenticeship or traineeship also contributes credits towards your Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).

School-based apprentices and trainees do not pay fees for training at TAFE Queensland; however, you may need to pay some costs for tools and compulsory protective equipment, which we will outline upon enrolment.

When you become a full-time apprentice or trainee after completing Year 12, you may be eligible for fee free training for the remainder of your apprenticeship.

Pathways to… Great Lydia used a TAFE at School Qualification to kick start her on the road to great.

"I enrolled in my TAFE at School course during year 11 to get a head start on my career and broaden my horizons in the cooking and hospitality industry.

“I love to cook and amaze others with my food, so the hands-on and practical nature of this course is definitely the best part. I know this course will help me achieve my dream of one day becoming a pastry chef."

— Lydia Reid Certificate II in Kitchen Operations HOW TO APPLY To nominate for participation in a TAFE at School course, please contact your school’s VET Coordinator, Guidance Officer or Head of Senior Schooling to submit an online Expression of Interest through the TAFE Queensland TAFE at School Pathways System.

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TRAINING COLLEGE

A REWARDING CAREER IS WITHIN REACH SOONER THAN YOU THINK

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There aren’t many careers where you can say that you are influencing our future generations – this really is one.

The great news is that you can start your training while still at high school, and have the potential to be fully qualified and ready to start work as soon as you finish school.

IF you’re thinking of a career after school, it is hard to go past a more rewarding one than working with children.

A career in early childhood education is so much more than the old perception of ‘child care’, according to Director of Kath Dickson Institute, Chris Mahony.

"Early childhood educators create learning environments based on play that support the needs of children and develop a sense of belonging, while closely working with families and the wider community", Ms Mahony said.

"There aren’t many careers where you can say that you are influencing our future generations – this really is one.

"The great news is that you can start your training while still at high school, and have the potential to be fully qualified and ready to start work as soon as you finish school."

Kath Dickson Institute is one of the region’s leading providers of early childhood education with a long history and excellent reputation in providing quality training outcomes to its students.

As a specialist early childhood registered training organisation (RTO,) Kath Dickson Institute provides supported training by highly qualified trainers with a wealth of knowledge and industry experience in working with young children. The following qualifications are available to high school students: CHC30113 Certificate

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"A Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is the qualification required to work in a range of different early childhood settings including long day care centres, or if you’re not sure which sector you’d like to work in, the Certificate II in Community Services is a great option for gaining basic workplace skills in a range of different environments", Ms Mahony said.

To find out more about career options and courses, including your eligibility for government subsidised training, call Kath Dickson Institute on 07 4633 8400 or visit www.kdfc.com.au

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Our dedicated staff know how to encourage and guide students in deciding what might suit them, while ensuring subject choices allow for flexibility and change

Our Lady of the Southern Cross College leads the way in innovation when guiding students through their career choice and how to help them create the pathway to their dream career.

The college offers a unique Careers Education program under the guidance of a qualified Careers Advisor.

One on one careers advice is offered to students in partnership with their family on options both in the trade industry and tertiary study.

Students are shown how those options can be developed into flexible and advantageous pathways.

This gives students the opportunity to gain a clear understanding of how they can choose subjects, develop work skills and understand the ever changing face of the workplace both in Australia and globally.

We realise not every person is lucky enough to have a clear idea of what they want to do in life.

Our Careers Advisor, together with our unique Careers in Action Day and Where 2 Next Day offers students exposure to a range of opportunities.

Our dedicated staff know how to encourage and guide students in deciding what might suit them, while ensuring subject choices allow for flexibility and change.

The College Where 2 Next Day and Careers in Action Day provide opportunities on campus for students to gain information and insight into life after school in the workforce or at University.

Both events are unique to the region.

Whether students chose a trade or tertiary career option, everyone is offered the opportunity to

commence a traineeship or apprenticeship while still at the college. This can begin as early as Year 10.

The college will then assist that student to tailor their academic studies to enable them to complete senior secondary studies in a supported environment.

The college utilises local businesses to employ trainees and apprentices and in its own right, the college employs trainees in digital media and I.T and learning support.

A 2015 graduate Peyton Thompson completed her traineeship at the college in IT while still completing her formal tertiary studies.

She has gone on to be named the 2016 Darling Downs Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Trainee of the Year and was a State Finalist in the Queensland Training Awards. In 2014, Gemma Hartwig was named Queensland State School Based Trainee or Apprentice and this year was again successful in being awarded as the Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year.

Another student who graduated from the college in 2014 is Ryan O’Hagan, he began a school based apprenticeship with White Industries and has recently been awarded the Queensland Apprenticeship Award from the Australian Foundry Institute.

Kurtis Sankey, a current student, was a 2017 School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year finalist.

There are many programs from Universities, TAFE and local area initiatives that students at the college are encouraged to make the most of. Every student at the college is supported and encouraged to work to their potential so they can achieve their dream career.

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The Student Village is the closest off-campus accommodation facility to USQ and is conveniently located close to shops with public transport available directly outside our facility.

THE Student Village provides quality, budget, share accommodation for students and associates of the University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba TAFE College and other approved tertiary educational organisations.

We aim to create a harmonious community where all residents can experience quiet enjoyment of their accommodation whilst ensuring their time with us is both academically productive and enjoyable.

The Student Village is the closest off-campus accommodation facility to the USQ and is conveniently located close to shops with public transport available directly outside our facility.

The Student Village consists of 144 fully furnished 3 bedroom villas and 4/5 bedroom townhouses and operates under the Residential Services Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 .

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GETTING HIRED STARTS WITH A GOOD CV

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Keep your CV concise.

It must be tailored to highlight your experience your achievements and your technical skills relating to that particular job.

IF YOU dread the thought of writing your resume, keep in mind a killer CV can make all the difference in landing that job interview.

Experts say getting your resume right is a crucial step as it is often the first point of contact with a potential employer.

Darren Buchanan, Queensland director of recruiting firm Hays, said a poorly written CV could limit a job seeker’s chances of getting to the next stage.

“This is their first opportunity to project an image or persona of themselves to the employer and so it has to be as well written and as well presented as possible,” he said.

Companies are often looking at a lot of applications so a CV should be no longer than three pages, maximum, Mr Buchanan said.

“Keep your CV concise.

“It must be tailored to highlight your experience your achievements and your technical skills relating to that particular job.”

Another of his top tips for job seekers is to avoid the “scattergun approach”.

“Don’t just fire the same CV out to lots of different companies; this happens a lot.

“Target your CV to specific roles or specific

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Mr Buchanan said spelling errors were “remarkably common” in resumes so it was essential to use spell-check and ask someone to proofread it.

While candidates want to stand out in a competitive job market, he warns against including a photo in your CV or using artistry, coloured paper or graphics unless relevant to the industry.

He said finding a job required a lot of hard work and job seekers could get help from recruitment agencies and ask for feedback.

“Try not to get despondent and, where possible, try and get feedback about your CV and how it was perceived.”

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VARIETY OF CHOICES The large number of career options can often seem overwhelming

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The first step is making a list of what you want out of a career and a list of what your strengths or talents are.

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ONCE a career was much simpler; sometimes even a matter of following in a parent’s footsteps and thinking no more of it.

And yet this was in some ways limiting also.

These days there are so many options it can seem overwhelming.

There are however plenty of resources to help you find something that you are not only interested in doing, but that will keep you engaged and stimulated for years to come.

The first step is making a list of what you want out of a career and a list of what your strengths or talents are.

Trying to find something that can utilise and deliver both is your ultimate goal.

After all, you want your job to be something you enjoy waking up for each morning.

Have a chat to someone whose opinion you value for some advice.

A school career counsellor or teacher, your parents,

an older sibling or someone in your local community are all good options.

But make sure you have had a think about it on your own first.

Contemplate what it is you really want, and don’t worry how long this takes.

It’s important to realise that it is ultimately your decision and your life, so you have to be happy with the choice you make.

Taking on an apprenticeship or traineeship will give you a skill that you have for life, and can even lead you into a higher level of that job or on a totally different career path.

Before you begin your training though it is important to make a personal commitment to yourself so you aren’t wasting your time and resources doing something just for the sake of it.

Try and get the most that you can out of the training as this will help you in a real workplace.

TRAINING COLLEGE

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR QUEENSLANDERS

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There are many career pathways available to pharmacy assistants, including dispensary assistant, vitamin consultant, hair and beauty consultant, stock control manager or retail pharmacy manager

THE Pharmacy Guild of Australia, Queensland Branch is proud to support the Queensland Government’s Community Work Skills Program, providing fully subsidised pharmacy assistant training to eligible Queenslanders.

Queenslander’s who are ineligible for Australian Government employment services or assistance may be eligible to complete a Certificate II in Community Pharmacy (SIR20116) under the Program.

The seven week, full time course will be delivered in Brisbane and for the first time, will also be facilitated in Ipswich.

Pharmacy Guild of Australia, Queensland Education and Workplace Relations State Manager, Kathy Knack said that the program provides graduates with the skills and experience necessary to successfully start their career in community pharmacy.

"Certificate II in Community Pharmacy covers the key foundations for those looking to start a career in pharmacy.

"Graduates are trained in interacting with customers, communicating in the workplace, merchandising, stock control procedures and entry-level product knowledge", she said.

Once employed, there are opportunities for graduates to specialise in particular roles in the pharmacy by

completing additional training.

"There are many career pathways available to pharmacy assistants, including dispensary assistant, vitamin consultant, hair and beauty consultant, stock control manager or retail pharmacy manager", said Ms Knack.

Community Work Skills is one of seven programs that make up the Queensland Government’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative.

"The program focuses on developing an individual’s skills and supporting them to begin a learning pathway to a certificate qualification.

"It’s highly valuable in providing assistance to those Queenslanders who need extra support to enter or stay in the workforce", Ms Knack said.

Applications are now open, with the first Brisbane program commencing Monday 9 October 2017. For more information about the program or eligibility criteria, visit www.guild.org.au/cws, email communityworkskills@qldguild.org.au or call 3831 3788.

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EMPLOYMENT

JOBACTIVE ADVANTAGES

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Combine your need to develop an employable skill-set, and the government’s (both state and federal) job-creation mandate, and you’ve plonked yourself right in the centre of a perfect storm of training and development opportunities.

TALKING your way into a job without backing up what you say with any real experience is a recipe for disaster.

You need the skills to back up the tales you tell in resumes and interviews.

Combine your need to develop an employable skill-set, and the government’s (both state and federal) job-creation mandate, and you’ve plonked yourself right in the centre of a perfect storm of training and development opportunities.

The best way for our governments to deliver the jobs they’ve promised is through up-skilling the workforce.

The best way to do that is to make training accessible.

They’ve done so through a range of subsidised (and sometimes free) programs.

One such program is the Federal Government’s jobactive program.

Introduced in July 2015, jobactive replaced Job Services Australia, and works to connect job seekers with employers around the country.

In terms of training and upskilling opportunities, jobactive providers can assist job seekers with developing skills that local employers are looking for,

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Through jobactive you can also access other initiatives including relocation assistance, wage subsidies, apprenticeships and even assistance starting your own business.

Training doesn’t need to have explicit outcomes either – while it comes with a lingering stigma, the Work for the Dole scheme presents an opportunity to develop new skills through work experience.

It’s not classroom-based learning, nor is it a formal VET qualification, but it’s hands-on, practical experience which adds to your employability.

Aside from being a requirement for some job seekers to continue receiving financial support, Work for the Dole puts job seekers in contact with potential employers, helping to build valuable job-hunting networks.

Job seekers who receive income support payments and have mutual obligation requirements, will typically have access to the full range of jobactive services.

Visit employment.gov.au/jobactive for more information.

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HIGH DEMAND FOR IT POSITIONS AND SKILLS

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IT’S a long time since a career in information technology meant a pocket protector and a basement office, and the outlook continues to get brighter for those working in the industry.

High demand and low supply has made the IT sector a happy job hunting ground for skilled applicants, according to new research by recruitment agency Greythorn, a part of ManpowerGroup.

The report surveyed more than 2500 IT professionals in Australia working across commerce, financial services and government, and found candidates with data analytics; digital, security and web development capabilities can expect strong employment prospects and attractive remuneration packages as demand outstrips supply.

Suzanne Gerrard, general manager at Greythorn Australia, said there has been a surge in both the public and private sectors moving into cloud environments, resulting in complex IT transformation projects.

“Since these projects require specific skills and capabilities, we are finding the talent pool is smaller and candidates’ experience is shorter in duration, pointing to a skill shortage in the industry,” she said.

“We are seeing a significant shortage of candidates in the areas of digital, development, data analytics and security.

“The predicted growth and demand for skill sets within these areas will see an increase in rates and salaries, as employers are forced to compete in a candidate driven market.”

The report highlights a transient job market, with 60% of professionals surveyed intending to change roles in the next 12 months.

It also shows a sharp decrease in the number of candidates actively looking for a new role, down from 43% to 28% between 2014 and 2016.

“This year we saw an increase in candidates not feeling the need to actively look for a new role, but waiting for the right role to fall into their laps instead,” Ms Gerrard said.

“This trend, coupled with the current talent shortage we are seeing, will mean employers need to think smarter about how they attract and retain talent.

“This is becoming more important than ever as the industry continues to grow and mobilise.”

Flexible work arrangements, an attractive remuneration package and new challenges are the top reasons that an individual would stay with an organisation, and a lack of interesting, challenging work, poor organisational culture and a lack of career development opportunities are the main reasons that people leave.

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CONFIDENCE IS KEY Understand the job before the interview so you’re confident

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Don’t ever walk into an interview without knowing everything you can about the company.

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A JOB interview can feel a lot like a police interrogation, minus the bright lights, handcuffs and lawyers.

While a poor showing at a job interview is never going to see you wind up in jail (we hope), there are plenty of ways to make sure you leave a great impression and maximise your chances of securing that great new job.

Key to everything is confidence.

Feeling like you might not have the skills for the job?

Get over it.

You’ve been invited to the interview, probably as part of a shortlist of only a handful of candidates, culled from likely dozens of quality applications.

If you’ve made it in the door, your potential employer believes you could do the job, and do it well.

They’ve seen your potential, so you should do the same.

You might not score 100% on every selection criterion, but remember that you’ve outscored most of the other applicants.

Remember too that you know the answers to pretty much every question you’ll be asked.

The panel will be asking about you – how you like to work, how you fit in a team, how you handle pressure or challenging situations.

Answer honestly and truthfully and you’ve got no

reason to be anything but confident – you’re talking about\ yourself, and you’re the world’s foremost expert.

Don’t ever walk into an interview without knowing everything you can about the company.

More than likely you’ll be asked why you want the job, or why you want to work for the organisation.

You’re confident in your response, because you’ve done your research.

Please don’t answer the why-you-want-this-job questions with anything close to “because I don’t like my current job” or “I hate my boss”.

You’re not being asked about your current job.

Answer confidently and directly.

Since you’ve done your research you know the company is headed in an exciting new direction because of x, and you can really contribute because of y.

Even if you’re not feeling take-on-the-world confident, you can still project the impression that you are.

Walk tall – lift your chin just a touch, pull your shoulders back and down.

Be confident.

Maintain comfortable eye contact.

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BEST works hard to get to know you, your goals and aspirations.

Once we know you, we work on your resume, interview skills and help with your job search.

We equip our clients with the right skills to be successful in finding and keeping work and our in-house Boot Camps and Workplace Resilience Workshops play a big part in helping us do this.

BEST’s in house Boot Camps build up soft skills and confidence while covering core job seeking skills such as job searching, cover letters, resumes, interview techniques and mock interview scenarios.

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SCHOOLING

RGS PREPARES STUDENTS TECHNOLOGY and society will significantly influence how and what children learn over next two decades.

Dr Phillip Moulds, headmaster of The Rockhampton Grammar School, says students will have to be able to think critically.

So what should schools be doing to prepare students for a rapidly changing world?

“We have to make sure students are developing the skills that allow them to take their place in the world and be influencers for good," Dr Moulds says.

He says schools need to show their students how to: ■ Develop their sense of self to enable them to build healthy relationships, locally, nationally and globally: "lt is critical they learn how to get on with others but, first, they must be comfortable in their own skin, valuing themselves and understanding their place in the world."

■ Make sense of the world by being skilled communicators – written, verbal and non-verbal. "They need to be able to listen, but also to give and receive communication and to know how to give messages that are clear, precise and accurate."

■ Think in a world that is uncertain, complex, ambiguous and volatile: Country Values: Boarding in country Queensland offers excellent academics and values, according to Dr Phillip Moulds.

Formerly at Brisbane Grammar, the headmaster of Queensland's largest boarding school, says The Rockhampton Grammar School (RGS) affords girls and boys unsurpassed opportunities to focus on their

learning, especially STEM, and personal development in an environment that with extensive hands-on learning.

LOCATION AND FEES Near the Fitzroy River in Rockhampton, and with combined boarding and tuition fees of less than $30,000 annually, RGS also features outdoor education at our exclusive beachfront campus on the Capricorn Coast at Emu Park (with access to the reef).

ARTS AND SPORTS EXCELLENCE RGS has a widely acclaimed music and performing arts programs and competitive sports. 1400 students (from Prep through Year 12) participate widely across our campuses, which include a farm.

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP Students generally perform well above state averages on standardised tests such as NAPLAN. On average, one third of eligible seniors at Rockhampton Grammar School acquire top Queensland OP 1 to 5 positions. All Year 12 students achieved a Queensland Certificate of Education last year.

VALUES AND BELIEFS Schooling is about preparation for life; physically, academically, culturally, ethically and spiritually.

Rockhampton Grammar School assists all young people to develop values and beliefs to equip them to take part in a democratic society.

“Students must be prepared for leadership. School should enable children to develop productive relationships with parents, teachers, peers and the community,” Dr Moulds said.

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We have to make sure students are developing the skills that allow them to take their place in the world and be influencers for good.

Ranked among Australia’s Top Country Schools, The Rockhampton Grammar School features an exclusive Outdoor Education Centre on the beach, acclaimed Music & Performing Arts programmes, competitive sport and academics that place it among Queensland’s best performing schools.

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HELPFUL TIPS

FIRST IMPRESSIONS VITAL When it comes to interviews, you need to leave a positive impression

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It’s your interview, but you don’t want to do all the talking.

Ask a question, and be an engaging, attentive listener – you’re aiming to make a connection.

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WITHIN the first few seconds of meeting someone, we make a range of decisions about them – many before they’ve had a chance to even introduce themselves.

We only get to make one first impression, and when it leads into a job interview for a dream position, those first few seconds are incredibly valuable.

But with sweaty palms and a racing pulse, how do you ensure you make the best impression?

Here are 10 quick tips that will help you start a job interview on the right foot.

1. Smile like you mean it – with your eyes, not just your mouth.

A job interview is serious, but that doesn’t mean it has to be unfriendly.

2. Make eye contact Don’t just focus on the person leading the interview – make direct eye contact with each person on the panel.

Don’t hold it too long – eye contact is great, staring is uncomfortable.

3. Get them talking It’s your interview, but you don’t want to do all the talking.

Ask a question, and be an engaging, attentive listener – you’re aiming to make a connection.

4. Perfect your body language Stand tall and straight.

Take a deep breath before you enter the room, to centre and relax yourself.

Positive body language relates confidence and authority.

5. Forget the luggage Don’t bring large bags into the interview – take only what you need and leave the rest outside.

You’ll appear more organised, even if you are a hot mess.

6. Don’t fidget When you’re fidgeting, you’ve lost that air of confidence you worked so hard to portray.

Your tie/hair doesn’t need straightening – focus on the interview and delivering home-run answers.

7. Lose the script While it’s great to be prepared and know what you want to say, don’t play every word.

Know what you want to say, and just say it, don’t recite it.

8. Throw a curveball Ask something unexpected – do you research, and find something about the organisation that the other candidates will have overlooked.

You’re highlighting your initiative and ability to think outside the box.

9. Be enthusiastic Hopefully this comes easily, after all, you’re interviewing for your dream job.

Don’t be over the top, but let the interviewer/s know that the job is important to you.

10. Be authentic There’s a difference between being prepared and being fake – at the end of the day, the interview is all about selling yourself.

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BE PREPARED FOR CHANGES

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What you think you know may be well off the mark.

The employment market changes, employers’ expectations change and the demands of our jobs change.

WHILE they might still exist in some sectors, a job for life is no longer a realistic goal.

Years ago it wasn’t uncommon for people to spend their entire working life with the one employer, whereas now it’s not at all uncommon for someone to chop and change jobs multiple times through their career, and never stay in one place long enough to earn long service leave.

But there’s a big difference between changing jobs and changing careers.

Leaving your current job to take up a similar role with a new employer would be daunting enough, but imagine deciding you want to do something entirely different with your work day.

Where do you start?

Foremost, you need to understand what your new job would require of you.

What you think you know may be well off the mark.

The employment market changes, employers’ expectations change and the demands of our jobs change.

What doesn’t change though is the importance of controlling what you can, and by doing so ensuring that the uncontrollable factors are weighted as heavily as possible in your favour.

As well as the employment classifieds in your local paper, it’s worth spending time online too – there’s a range of employment websites listing hundreds of vacancies, one of which might be just what you’re looking for.

More than just looking at vacancies, you can do valuable research into employers, required qualifications, expected salaries and so on.

Put value too on the people you know – there’s a whole world away from the computer screen.

Your contacts and social network (both online and off) can be a great starting point for finding your new career.

More than likely, a career change will mean some form of study or self-education.

If so, great.

You’re extending yourself, even if you have a further change of heart about where your career needs to head.

Don’t be disheartened by knockbacks.

You probably won’t get the first job you apply for.

If you’re unsuccessful, ask for feedback as to why, and what you should do differently on subsequent applications.

At the same time, don’t feel like you must take a role if it’s offered – if you’ve had a change of heart, or the interview created more questions than it gave answers, there’s no reason you can’t politely decline and continue your search for the perfect new career.

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CLIMBING THE LADDER Always strive to better yourself in your career

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Make sure you pick a time when you’re excelling at your work and explain why you deserve more, not why you need it.

As long as your goal is realistic and reasonable, and you are confident and polite about it, the worst that can happen is your boss says no.

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Often referred to as a dog-eat-dog world, it is vital to work out the right approach for each individual facet of your career.

While confidence is valued in the workplace, it can also be viewed as arrogance, so negotiating your position in the workplace is treading a fine line between the two.

Here are some tips for getting ahead in your career: Dress the part: It may seem obvious that if you’re going for a job interview you should dress as smart and appropriate as possible, but you’d be surprised at how many people stumble at this first hurdle.

First impressions count, so you need to convince your potential employer you’re a responsible, respectable person worth their time.

Opt for natural makeup, a tidy hairdo and definitely no open-toed shoes.

Whether you’re trying to impress in the interview or remain impressive once you’re in the workplace, remember to minimise the amount of skin you show.

Be ambitious: Many people fear showing their ambition will make them appear over-confident and ruthless, when in fact the opposite is the case.

Taking charge and making your intentions known could mean the difference between you receiving a promotion or not— how else is your employer supposed to know you want progression if you pretend otherwise?

Ask for a raise: If you believe you’re not receiving the pay you deserve, silently hoping it’s going to change is not going to solve the problem.

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The saying that once it’s out there, there’s no getting it back is completely truthful.

IN this day and age, social networking plays a vital role in not only our social lives, but also in our professional careers.

It poses possibilities previously unattainable; more people can be targeted and reached, more reactions to products can be easily gauged and we are more connected than ever before.

But with greater connectivity comes greater responsibility and this is a concept many are failing to grasp.

So for those who are unsure of where you stand with what you put online, here are some fundamental rules.

First, you need to understand how Facebook turns a profit.

When you sign up for a slice of internet, one of the terms and conditions is everything you post is data that can and will be sold to companies and advertisers who,

in turn, can use that information.

The saying that once it’s out there, there’s no getting it back is completely truthful.

Facebook is the first port of call for employers seeking prospective employees and whether you’ve got your profile set to private or not, they can find you.

The next step is to realise Big Brother is always watching; this means, don’t post about work.

Sure, there are positive things that can happen that you want to share, but if it’s not positive or is something that is not supposed to be public knowledge, step away from the keyboard.

Also think carefully about the statuses you post and how they may paint you to your boss.

So next time you log into your social media, stop and think about what you’re publishing— your career could pay the ultimate price in the long term.

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TAKE TIME TO CONSIDER OPTIONS

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For those living in the “smart state”, Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre manages the application, assessment, offer and acceptance process.

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THE thought of choosing a course and career path can be overwhelming.

For thousands of hopeful Year 12 students looking to do further study next year, this is one of the big life changes they are grappling with at the moment.

It’s soon that time of year when prospective high school graduates are contemplating their options and having to lodge an application for tertiary courses then begin next year.

For those living in the “smart state”, Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre manages the application, assessment, offer and acceptance process.

Schools give students a free copy of the QTAC Guide which provides information for more than 1600 courses and details about the application process.

Some schools even host an information evening for students and parents interested in gaining more insight into what QTAC is all about.

However it’s still a daunting task.

Unless you have a clear understanding of your skills, interests and career goals, the choices are immense.

The procedure is not hard but the decision is.

Thankfully there’s an opportunity to attend study expos and institution open days to find out more about courses, institutions and study pathways.

But if you live in remote areas it may not be that easy to get to them.

And if you’re from a regional or rural area it may mean living away from home to study, for the first time.

Another thing to take into consideration.

The QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) is very helpful and gives plenty of hints and tips like: ■ Talk with your child about their interests and skills.

This may prompt them to think about possible career options.

■ Sit down together and read through the QTAC Guide to find out what courses are available.

■ Go through the QTAC application together – make a note of any important dates.

■ Attend career expos and institution open days with your child.

■ Explore a range of options and pathways with your child, rather than focussing on a single career path.

■ Help your child with their research – visit Choosing the right course and institution and Other resources for links to more useful websites.

Come January next year the first round of tertiary offers will be released and the whole process will seem a distant memory.

Preferences can be changed after the applications have been submitted and applications can still be made after the closing date, but you will face an extra processing fee.

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AS AUSTRALIA’S population grows and ages, employment in the dental sector is increasing.

Everybody needs dental care but intensive procedures become more common with age.

The Employment Department forecasts about 900 extra dental practitioners and 900 extra dental assistants will be needed between 2015 and 2020, providing opportunities for university and vocational graduates alike.

Those wishing to go down the university path typically study a Bachelor of Dental Science, which takes five years with a full-time subject load, but about a third follow that up with a postgraduate qualification.

A Doctor of Clinical Dentistry, for example, requires an extra three years of full-time study and allows a dentist to specialise in areas such as orthodontics (teeth straightening) or periodontics (gum disease and dental implants).

PayScale data reveals the average salary for an Australian dentist is about $96,000 but can reach upwards of $190,000.

On the other hand, those wishing to go down the vocational education and training path can become a qualified dental assistant in about nine months with a Certificate III in Dental Assisting.

This is the standard qualification for such a role, however longer diploma options are available for those wishing to specialise as dental technicians or therapists.

PayScale shows the average salary for a dental

assistant is $40,000 but can reach beyond $56,000 with experience.

Dimiti Andresen, a finalist for the 2016 Australian Training Awards School-Based Apprentice of the Year Award, studied a Certificate III in Dental Assisting and Certificate III in Business and works full-time for the Northern Territory Government’s Oral Health Services branch.

She used her training to gain confidence in communicating effectively with health clinic staff and patients of different cultures and ages and hopes to one day work overseas in the health care sector.

“Being able to complete on-the-job training while in high school gave me an insight into the working world while still allowing me to enjoy my high school education,” she says.

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LOOKING back a few years, tradies were the new elite.

No longer blue-collared strugglers, Australian tradies enjoyed a period of high demand and high wages, which saw many swap the clapped-out old Falcon ute for a spanking new XR8.

It didn’t last though – the building industry slowed as the mining sector took off, and while not all the XR8s ended up in the trade-in yard, a lot of shine went off the sector.

The building sector is experiencing a resurgence, with strong conditions in the new home, apartment and commercial markets creating employment opportunities for construction professionals and tradespeople.

In the trades and labour market experienced concrete trades such as form work carpenters, concreters and concrete patchers with high rise building experience are needed.

Commercial and residential estimators, forepersons, project engineers and civil designers are also highly sought-after.

This coincides with recent reports that the Western Downs and South Burnett regions are set for a jobs boom, particularly in the construction sector.

Renewable projects across the Toowoomba, Western Downs and South Burnett regions will provide opportunities for local businesses for years to come, according to Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise.

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Reagan Parle said opportunities for local businesses were mainly in construction, as most of the specialist equipment such as solar panels or wind turbine blades and generators would be sourced internationally.

“Companies in our region providing construction site services or equipment for earthworks, trades, roads and utility maintenance are set to benefit from the projects and will be in a position to compete for work,” Mr Parle said.

“These renewables developments are very new to this region, which means the major contractors for the projects will be new to most of our businesses.”

Mr Parle said the Western Downs was “absolutely” experiencing a renewables boom.

“We’ve now moved from a low base of investment in renewables to one that is seeing overwhelming inquiry,” he said.

“While our region continues to see approvals for projects across the TSBE footprint, the reality is they will come online at different times.

“The early inquiry TSBE has been fielding for two and a half years is resulting in the early construction works beginning at sites like Canadian Solar’s Oakey Solar Farm and APA Group Darling Downs Solar Farm near Dalby.”

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UQ is partnering with industry and producers to create programs at the University’s Gatton campus which deliver industry-ready graduates with enhanced science knowledge and practical skills through placements and internships.

CAREERS in agriculture incorporate such diverse fields as agribusiness, agronomy, horticulture, crop production, animal production, equine management and science, veterinary technology, and parks, wildlife and resource management.

Jobs are increasingly based on the application of science to address issues of biosecurity, sustainability and diminishing resources and the use of technology across the sector often requires degree-trained professionals.

With three jobs available for every graduate of an Australian agriculture related degree, companies are unable to fill most positions, and, with rising salaries, many are now looking internationally to recruit.

UQ is partnering with industry and producers to create programs at the University’s Gatton campus which deliver industry-ready graduates with enhanced science knowledge and practical skills through placements and internships.

Undergraduate and postgraduate programs offer a wide range of specialisations across Agribusiness, Agricultural Science, Equine Science, Veterinary Technology and Wildlife Science.

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These tools equip students to increase farming production efficiency and quality whilst minimising risk and environmental impacts.

UQ’s Dean of Agriculture, Professor Neal Menzies, said UQ was ranked as the top agricultural research university in Australia and in the top 20 agricultural research universities in the world, and provides exceptional learning opportunities for undergraduate or postgraduate students.

It’s not too late to secure a career in agriculture apply now via QTAC to commence study in 2018.

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SOPHIE GAINS A ‘HEAD START’ AT USQ Kick start your career What do you want to be when you grow up?

It’s a question that stumped Sophie Twidale since kindergarten.

"All I knew for sure was that I wanted to work in rural Queensland," she said.

Raised on a cattle property in Millmerran, Sophie spent many years admiring her Dad – who, like so many other farmers, works hard from sunrise to sunset supporting his family.

But it was her Mum, a teacher at the local school, who inspired her career path.

"Receiving an education when you live in outback Queensland isn’t always easy, and I want to make a difference," Sophie said.

While school friends packed up their study books over the holidays to mark the end of Year 10, Sophie was busy getting ready to become a university student.

She enrolled in the University of Southern Queensland’s (USQ) Head Start program and studied one university subject a semester until she graduated in Year 12.

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"Receiving an education when you live in outback Queensland isn’t always easy, and I want to make a difference to start her university studies early, it also guaranteed her entry to USQ and credit towards her Bachelor of Education.

"It helped me stay one step ahead," she said.

Now 19, Sophie lives on campus at USQ’s McGregor College and is on track to achieving her dream of becoming a qualified teacher by 2019.

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HEADSTART — WHAT IS IT? Are you a motivated, high-achieving Year 10, 11 or 12 student?

As a USQ Head Start student, you can study one university subject during a semester, allowing you to start your university studies early.

Students can choose courses from the following study areas: ■ Business and Commerce ■ Creative Arts and Media ■ Education ■ Engineering and Built Environment ■ Health and Community ■ Humanities and Communication ■ Information Technology ■ Law and Justice ■ Sciences, both computational and lab-based.

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CAREER KICKSTART: USQ Student Sophie Twidale began studying her degree in Grade 10 PHOTO: Davd Martinelli

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