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It is common for people to be uncertain about what they want to do. Seeking career advice means finding out information about jobs or potential careers so you can make informed choices. Reliable information and advice will give you the means to be proactive about your future. Some of the places you can go for career advice:
- school
- the internet
- parents and relatives
- local community members and business people
- career open days at universities, CIT/TAFE, job recruiters, large and small companies
Throughout high school and college it is always a good idea to see a Career Advisor. A Career Advisor can:
- advise you on appropriate courses, career goals and vocational and educational options
- help identify possible interest areas
- suggest possible occupations/vocations
- talk about what training is available to help you develop the necessary skills for transition
- help you develop a plan that sets out ways for you to achieve your post school goals
- suggest a pre-vocational course or work experience placement to determine whether you like the occupation you have chosen
- help with job-seeking skills including the production of resumes, interview skills, letters of application
- assist with contacting service providers, disability liaison officers and other agencies
It is sometimes hard to make a career decision so make use of all the help that's available. There are a number of career resources that can help you make decisions about your study and/or work options. The following are just a few.
Career Resources
Career Advice Australia (CAA)
Career Advice Australia provides career development and transition support for all young people aged 13 and 19. Career Advice Australia will support you to gain skills, relevant work experience and access professional career guidance to help you connect to your future. Whether you know what you want to do or don't know where to start, the range of programs and services that Career Advice Australia provides will help you to explore your options and make decisions that are right for you.
For more information visit www.australia.gov.au/careeradviceaustralia .
The Job Guide
The Job Guide is published annually and lists a range of occupations, and their education and training pathways. It gives useful information about how to work out what occupations suit you best, based on your interests and abilities. The job guide also gives you information about:
- Building your Career
- Looking for Work
- Learning Pathways
- Useful Addresses
- VET in Schools
- Study, Work and Career Transitions
- Australian Apprenticeships
The Job Guide is available online at: http://jobguide.dest.gov.au/ on CD and in hard copy. Job Guides are available through career advisors in schools, libraries and Career Information Centres.
Related Career Websites
www.australia.gov.au/australianapprenticeships Information about Australian Apprenticeships in a range of industries and how to find them.
www.career.edu.au/ An Australian Government initiative for parents and career practitioners to access career development learning opportunities.
www.enya.org.au/ Promotes the active participation of young people in business.
www.futurefinder.com.au/ A free personalized career information service for browsing careers and courses suited to individual interests.
www.getatrade.gov.au/ Information about apprenticeships, training, labour market information and more for those considering a trade-based career.
www.goingtouni.gov.au/ Information about going to university for current and prospective students.
www.grouptraining.com.au/ Information about Group Training Organisations that take on Australian Apprentices, loaning them to 'host' employers.
www.jobjuice.gov.au/ Career, job search assistance, apprenticeship and training information designed for young people.
www.myfuture.edu.au/ Online career exploration and information service useful for all parents and students.
www.ntis.gov.au/ The National Training and Information Service provides information about courses, qualifications, competencies, training packages and Registered Training Organisations.
www.thegoodguides.com.au/ Find courses and places to study using various search criteria and check out Hobsons Guides for exclusive ratings on universities, campuses and courses.
www.training.com.au/ Information about Vocational Education and Training.
www.volunteeringaustralia.org.au/ A range of opportunities for volunteers and ideas for a gap year.
www.workplace.gov.au/ Information about employment in Australia including wages and working conditions, labour markets and careers.
www.year12whatnext.gov.au/ Post-school education and training options for Year 12 students.
www.youthpathways.dest.gov.au/ Youth Pathways aims to assist young people aged 13-19 to make a successful transition to completion of Year 12 and ultimately to further education, training or employment.
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