Our careers support is delivered by qualified Careers Practitioners and provides an accessible resource for our students at Mount Clear College.
Mount Clear College prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities, including pathways into universities, TAFE, apprenticeships, and employment. Students can access personalised help from course selection to pathway options and explore a diverse range of possibilities. Our careers department stays up to date with everything from scholarship opportunities to Early Entry Programs, prerequisites for courses, and employment opportunities, including apprenticeships. We have developed close relationships with key networks and stakeholders, giving us a strong understanding of the expectations of industry.
As active members of the Ballarat Careers Education Network, we stay up to date with the latest information. Our students and families have easy access to our extensive resources, available on our College Careers website www.mountclearcollegecareers.com.au or via the Mount Clear College Careers Facebook and Instagram pages.
Years 7 and 8
Students undertake learning tasks to explore their skills, strengths, and attributes and how these contribute to the world of work.
Year 9
All students participate in career planning as part of the Year 9 program, covering everything from offering students the opportunity to complete a Morrisby Profile, resumes and job applications, to mock job interviews with local stakeholders and industry guest speakers from business and tertiary sectors.
Year 10
Students receive one-on-one course counselling conferences and general course and pathway guidance. Information sessions and the Work Experience Program offer students the opportunity to further investigate future pathways.
Year 11
Students receive one-on-one course counselling conferences, opportunities to participate in guest presentations with further education institutions, and job seeking. Students and families can schedule a one-on-one meeting to discuss pathways, including completing a Career Action Plan.
Year 12
Every Year 12 student has at least one appointment with one of our qualified Careers Practitioners to develop their future pathway goals and aspirations. Students are supported with the completion of further education requirements, including VTAC and Special Access Schemes applications. Assistance with job-seeking opportunities and the application processes are available.