Careers and Pathways Update
This term, students have continued to engage in a range of careers and pathway development opportunities designed to support informed decision-making about their futures. Through personalised counselling, industry and university engagement, and post-school pathway planning, students have been exploring the many opportunities available to them beyond secondary school.
Yr 10 course Counselling discussions. Beginning in Year 10, students receive comprehensive counselling sessions to assist students with navigating the range of academic choices provided at the College, including traditional VCE pathways, VCE-VM, VPC and VET studies. This process allows students to explore their strengths and passions, ensuring that each student has access to pathways aligned with their individual goals as they pursue meaningful and rewarding futures.
Yr 12 Career pathway conversations – providing 1:1 quality pathway counselling is essential for preparing our students for academic success as they transition beyond secondary school, guiding them toward diverse pathways such as university, TAFE, and internship, apprenticeships and employment opportunities.
Swinburne student panel – Current Swinburne University students come to Hampton Park Secondary College to share their experiences and their pathways from VCE general direct to university and the VM pathway experience to university. Our students have the opportunity to ask the panel any questions they have about transitioning into university life.
VTAC Year 12 session – This tutorial helps year 12 students to create their VTAC account to submit applications to university. The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) is an independent shared admissions service facilitating access to tertiary education and further study opportunities and pathways for learners in Victoria. VTAC supports young people, connect with further study to achieve their learning aspirations, professional growth, and dream careers www.vtac.edu.au
Busy at Work Tutorial for our year 12 students on how to advance into work and apprenticeships after school. Busy at Work Deliver a range of Australian Government and State Government funded apprenticeship support, employment services, skills development, career mentoring and education programs. www.busyatwork.com.au
Careers Corner
As you dive into your studies and plans, remember that the Careers Team is here to help and support you every step of the way.
Whether you’re looking for advice on career pathways, exploring further education options, or need assistance with resume writing and job applications, we’re here to assist you.
The Careers Corner is located in the CRC.
Feel free to pop in anytime if you need help or just want to chat about your options.
The Careers team has some exciting things planned for 2026. We can’t wait to share them with you.
Debbie Edwards, Kerry Lee-Jenkins, Trudie Kennedy
HPSC Careers Page
Hampton Park Secondary College has its own Careers page. It’s a one stop shop for everything you need with Career planning and help. Check it out!