by Heather McAllister Leaving school is a significant rite of passage - a step away from the boundaries of institutional life towards independence and self responsibility.  It’s normal for school leavers to feel insecure and uncertain as they step out into the great unknown.  ...read more »

Getting the life you love takes more than just luck – it means actively managing your life, always learning, and being ready for change.  ...read more »

by the Editor     Is Year 12 the best pathway for your child?  As it turns out, experts now say that young people who complete Year 12 tend to make a more successful transition from school to work, but employment outcomes for those who complete an apprenticeship or traineeship are just as good.  ...read more »

Student Edge provides students with free access to online student services information including health and wellbeing, study and career tools. It also engages students with membership rewards, including a host of exclusive big brand discounts.  ...read more »

Information on employment outcomes for vocational education and training (VET) graduates can now be accessed by using a new interactive online resource.  ...read more »

Australian Tertiary Admissions Centres are listed below, with links.  University entrance and results information.  ...read more »

Study Now provides a searchable database of courses that can be studied in Australia or from around the world.  ...read more »

Information on university graduates' activities, salaries and jobs can be found here.  The data is based on the annual Australian Graduate Survey.

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At myfuture, young people can explore career options, find occupation profiles, articles and more.  Information on Awards and Scholarships, Australian Apprenticeships and job seeking tips.  The myquiz series and bullseye posters help students to explore career options.  ...read more »

The Job Guide, a federal government initiative,  includes hundreds of occupational profiles and is distributed to schools for a Year 10 audience.

It provides an in-depth look at a range of occupations, and their education and training pathways.

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