Careers Information

Dear Year 12 Students

I was deeply moved on Thursday at your Valedictory Evening, to the point of tears, as you individually made your way on to the stage.  I am so proud of you.   You are a dynamic group of wonderful young men and I am honoured to work with you.

Whether you want to work on a farm, study medicine, learn how to fly, start your own business or travel overseas, I am able to support you with your plans after Year 12 completion by providing:

·         Careers and study counselling

·         Help with emergency study back up plans

·         On-line careers/personality profiling

·         Employment support including resume/application letter development

·         Interview coaching

·         Scholarship assistance

·         Gap year information support

·         Leadership development ideas

·         SATAC application support (university and TAFE)

·         Links to training such as barista, customer service etc.

So if you need a minute or an hour, email me and book in a time. 

The worst thing would be if you felt alone or overwhelmed … not sure about your decisions regarding next year and not feeling excited in some degree, about your future.  And even if you just have a few questions that you want cleared up, please contact me.  Information is power.  Preparation and planning are helpful, even if changes occur.

Remember, it is rare that things go exactly to plan without the odd obstacle or bump along the way.  The tough times build character, grow our compassion for others and help test our commitment to our chosen pathways.  And it is not a crime to try something and then change your mind!  That is one of the great things about the times we live in.

If you do start to stress about life beyond PAC, don’t forget there is a caring team  here to support you, including me.

All the best with your exams. J

Ms Magann

Ms. Monica Magann

Careers Counsellor

Prince Alfred College
Dequetteville Terrace Kent Town, S.A. 5067

t: +61 8 8334 1243

f. +61 8 8363 0702
e: mmagann@pac.edu.au

Casual employment opportunities during summer break

Quick Access to SACE results

Employment post examinations

Dear Year 12’s

Quite a few of you have talked to me about wanting to get employment after exams.  But you also realise without previous experience and training it may not be easy to find a job in sales and customer service. It is a very competitive market out there. You will be going into a flooded market of school leavers seeking work.

What will help you bridge the gap and make you stand out to the employers?  Training and experience!

I have met Peter who runs the HG Coffee School here at Kent Town and he is willing, at short notice, to run a 6 hour session before your exams covering:

·         Introduction to coffee making including understanding and appreciating coffee (lattes, flat whites, cappuccinos, etc)

·         What is excellent customer service

·         What makes a sales person GREAT

·         How to get THAT job

When:                  On Saturday 20^th October from 10 until 4:30 PM

Where:                 86 North Terrace, Kent Town

Cost:                      $155.00

Numbers are strictly limited so that everyone gets some hands-on coffee making experience.

Please note that this course will not make you an accredited barista or make you the best sales person. 6 hours is just not enough.  BUT it will educate you, give you some hands-on experience and hopefully enhance your employment chances.  And it will look good on your resume.  This is a GREAT starting point for those of you who haven’t had training or enough exposure.  Peter owns 9 cafes around Adelaide and is always looking to hire too.

YOU Year 12s are my first priority.  Get in first.  If there are still spaces left, I’ll offer this to Year 11s and 10s as well.

Please let me know as soon as possibly if you are interested in this and I’ll hold a place for you.  First come, first serve!

Remember I can help with awesome resumes and cover letters too!

Ms Magann

Ms. Monica Magann

Careers Counsellor

Prince Alfred College
Dequetteville Terrace Kent Town, S.A. 5067

t: +61 8 8334 1243

f. +61 8 8363 0702
e: mmagann@pac.edu.au

End of year Examination information for SACE and IBD

Valedictory and end of year information

From the Careers Office

Dear Students

Although many students find success through university pathways not all students choose to go down this path.  Artistic Director Nick Pill from Rising Sun Pictures who has worked on many Harry Potter films, and is hailed as a genius in the design industry, saw his star launch through TAFE. 

So…. If you are thinking of doing a Diploma as a bridging course to uni, or you want to do a trade apprenticeship, TAFE has many great options available.  I myself have studied a Diploma in HR and done other studies at TAFE. 

TAFE applications for Semester 1, 2013 open Monday 24 September.  Go to www.tafesa.edu.au or call them on 1800 882 661 for more information. 

Have questions regarding pathways, TAFE and otherwise?  Pop by during the hols and visit me here at PAC (email me first) or just email me your questions.

Kind regards

Ms Magann

Ms. Monica Magann

Careers Counsellor

Prince Alfred College
Dequetteville Terrace Kent Town, S.A. 5067

t: +61 8 8334 1243

f. +61 8 8363 0702
e: mmagann@pac.edu.au

Traineeships 2013

Dear Year 12 Students

We are very fortunate to have Professor Randall Faull, Director of the Medical Program at the University of Adelaide coming to speak to interested Med/Dentistry students about their futures.  He has come in the last 2 years and has given very helpful advice including what to do if you don’t fare well on the UMAT, back up plans and what to expect regarding an offer from Adelaide Uni. 

This will launch the first part of our 3 UMAT Oral Assessment preparation workshops. 

DATE:                    Next Tuesday 18 September 2012

TIME:                    2:30 PM sharp to 4:00 PM

LOCATION:         Professional Development Centre above the staff room.  Entry via front reception and up the stairs -  1^st floor – follow the signs.

Please RSVP.

Also, - if you need help with your SATAC application (early close – Friday 28 September), I can help.  Quite a few boys are coming in for assistance, so don’t miss out.  J I sense a big relief from the Year 12’s after going on to the SATAC site and getting the process happening. 

And… make sure you avail yourself of a number of preferences (not just one or two), keeping in mind that SATAC will only offer you the one you are eligible for with your ATAR and pre-req’s.  You want to have a backup plan just in case…

Need scholarship support or career/study advice?  Book in! Don’t leave it to the last minute.  Please!

Kind regards

Ms Magann

Ms. Monica Magann

Part time job opportunities

Dear Students

If any of you are interested in applying for a job at The Beachouse, please get in, but get in early if you can.

I can help you put a GREAT resume together for this or any job.  I can also help with interview coaching!

Just pop by and visit me and we’ll get the ball rolling. My booking sheet is on the door.

I have had notable success with helping people get jobs, so if you are serious about getting some support, take me up on my offer. J

Email from Beachouse below. (PS Research has shown that many successful scholarship recipients had casual work during their high school years.)

Kind regards

Ms Magann

Hi!

My name is Amy Arriola, I am from the Beachouse down on Colley Tce Glenelg!

We are just about to head into our busy season and would love to opportunity to put the word out to any of your students who are looking for a part time job during weekends or just for the school holidays.

We are looking for young vibrant enthusiastic people 14 years and over who would love to you join our team and have some fun!

If you would like to offer this opportunity to your students they are welcome to email all resumes/application forms to amy@thebeachouse.com.au!

Look forward to hearing from you,

Kind Regards, 

Jason Fox Academic Agility Program Term 3

C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship

Application Form

Applications for the 2013 Hawker Scholarship open on Monday 10 December 2012 and close Friday 4 January 2013.

Click here to download the C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship Application Form, print a copy, complete the details and forward it to the address below.

Or you may also write to or telephone the secretary to the Trustees, requesting an Application Form be sent to you.

The Secretary to the Trustees C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship
C/- Australian Executor Trustees Limited 
44 Pirie Street
ADELAIDE SA 5000

Cesare Silvestri

Phone: (08) 8127 1654
Fax: (08) 8127 1601
cesare.silvestri@aetlimited.com.au

Arts opportunity

ADFA information opportunity

Yr 12 Student Life Prizes 2012

SACE and IB Trial Examination information

How to apply through SATAC

UK Tertiary Admissions

TESTING HAS NOW STARTED For the immediate attention of Headteachers, Heads of 6th Form, Career Advisors and Exam Officers
Dear Colleague,	August 2012
We would be grateful if you could inform students wishing to apply to study Medicine or Dentistry for entry in 2013 (or deferred entry in 2014) of the requirement to take the UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) this summer. The 26 University Medical and Dental schools that require candidates to take this test as part of the admissions process are as follows: University of Aberdeen, Brighton and Sussex Medical School, Cardiff University, University of Dundee, University of Durham, University of East Anglia, University of Edinburgh, University of Exeter, University of Glasgow, Hull York Medical School, Imperial College London, Keele University, King's College London, University of Leeds, University of Leicester, University of Manchester, University of Newcastle, University of Nottingham, Plymouth University, Queen Mary University of London, Queen's University Belfast, University of Sheffield, University of Southampton, University of St Andrews, St George's University of London, Warwick University. Details of courses for which these institutions require applicants to take the test can be found at www.ukcat.ac.uk/who-takes-the-test. This year we have developed a new downloadable guide to the UKCAT which you may wish to draw to the attention of your candidates: Click here to view the guide. UKCAT test Locations he test is offered at a choice of over 150 UK high street test centres and over 300 testing centres worldwide. The closing date for registering to take this test is 21 September 2012. However, due to high demand, students should register to take this test immediately to ensure they get a test slot at their chosen test centre. Registration opens 01 May 2012 Testing begins 03 July 2012 Registration deadline 21 September 2012 Bursary application deadline 21 September 2012 Exemption application deadline 21 September 2012 Last testing date 05 October 2012 UCAS application deadline 15 October 2012 To enable candidates to register and book a test, please direct your students to the UKCAT website at www.ukcat.ac.uk. Your Sincerely, Rachel Greatrix Chief Operating Officer, UKCAT Consortium

Holiday Programs

Ms Magann's SATAC meeting