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Career & Pathways Information Hub
Career Counselling
Career counselling is available with our Pathways and Partnerships staff at the Kidman Park Campus and St Gabriel Centre. Schedule an appointment online.
book an appointment
Start exploring your Career Pathways
myfuture
is a trusted, government-funded resource supporting students, educators, career practitioners, parents and carers in career education and planning.
Their mission is to provide unbiased, accessible, equitable and evidence-based career information that empowers young people to explore career pathways, make informed decisions, and navigate transitions into further education or work.
start exploring career pathways here
Create your USI (Unique Student Identifier)
Your Unique Student Identifier (USI) is your personal education number required for all nationally recognised study, including university and vocational education and training (VET).
Made up of 10 letters and numbers, it is free and stays with you for life, so keep it somewhere safe
create your usi
Future-proof your career with
TAFE SA micro-credentials
TAFE SA micro-credentials deliver targeted, in-demand skills for professionals who want to stay ahead. These online courses focus on growth sectors and give you the flexibility to learn at your own pace.
Upon completion, you’ll receive an Acknowledgement of Training to showcase your expertise.
Micro-credential courses at TAFE SA
Student Resources
Australia jobs – Your Career
Occupation Shortage List – Jobs and Skills Australia
Gap Year Information
Explore career pathways by selecting a learning area you enjoy
Example Resume & Interview Resources
Example Resume
Literacy and Numeracy Practice Test
Future Doctors Australia
Space, Maritime & Logistics Careers Resources
Careers in Tourism
SATAC Guide 2026
Industry & Apprenticeship Resources
Rising Sun Pictures – Getting started in VFX
Build a Career in Construction
TAFE SA Applying for Apprenticeships and Traineeships
What is an Apprenticeship – Advice & Support
Skills SA | My Training | Thinking about VET
MEGT- Defence Industry Careers
Construction Born to Build Handbook
Space & Defence Find your Place
UK based – ERIC – Creative Industries Information – Markets & Trends
Aviation Careers: Reach for the Sky
pdf
PEER Big Sister – Women in Construction
pdf
Parent Resources
Explore a collection of handpicked articles, videos and resources to support families in navigating career conversations and post-school decisions.
10 Top Tips for Parents about Career Counselling
How to Help your School Leaver Decide What to do Next
Apprenticeship V Traineeship: What is the difference
Training Organisations & VET Courses
Western Technical College
AIBT (Adelaide Institute of Business & Technology)
ATEC (Adelaide Training & Employment Centre)
Australian Maritime & Fisheries Academy
Celtic Training
Clipjoint
CollArts
MEGT
PEER
Pivot Training
Queensford College
Skills Training College – Micro Credentials & Short Courses
TAFESA
TAPS
The French Beauty Academy
Regional Skills Training: Animal Care
Port Adelaide Academy of Sport – Diploma of Sports Management
Empower Dance
AIOH (Adelaide Institute of Hospitality)
SAE University College
AIE (Academy of Interactive Entertainment)
Student Job Opportunities
Platform 1 Barbershop – School Based Apprenticeship
pdf
McDonalds West Richmond are hiring
pdf
Stevens Group South Australia – Structural Steel
pdf
Svitzer – Australia's largest employer of seafarers outside the Navy
pdf
Please note that these job opportunities are being shared as a resource and is not a formal endorsement or referral. This information has been provided to Nazareth for the benefit of students and families who may be interested.
It is strongly recommended that families: conduct their own research into the organisation and role, ensure the workplace meets appropriate safety standards, and make an informed decision before engaging with the opportunity.
Stories & Photos
See the latest updates and highlights in Careers & Pathways. View news, photos, and stories from recent immersions, excursions, and other exciting opportunities and experiences that help shape our students’ futures.
Nazareth News
Current Opportunities & Reminders
Welcome to our centralised
Career & Pathways Information Hub
– a digital space where students and families can discover the latest information on work experience, university and VET options, post-school transitions, and the partnerships that power them. This space will continue to grow and evolve as new opportunities and updates arise, so be sure to check back often!
Adelaide Zoo & Monarto Safari Park – Career Awareness Day
If you’re passionate about wildlife and interested in a career with animals and conservation. This full day event gives students a chance to learn all about the variety of careers that are available to them. Costs $54 per student. Book here:
Zoos SA Careers Day
Open to students in Years 10, 11 and 12. We also invite Year 9 students to apply for the Adelaide Zoo Term 4 program.
Adelaide Zoo:
Dates:
Friday 5
th
June, Friday 4
th
September and Friday 30
th
October.
Time:
10am – 3pm
Monarto Safari Park:
Dates:
Friday 12
th
June, Thursday 17
th
September and Friday 6
th
November
Time:
10:30am – 3:45pm
AIE Workshops – Games & Animation or Film Production | 15 & 17 April
Games & Animation Workshop | Wednesday 15 April.
Create 3D animation, design & code games with a day of hands-on workshops using industry software.
Read more and register here
Film Production Workshop | Friday 17 April
. Discover the film production process and get hands-on with cameras and lighting by making a fast film in teams!
Read more and register here
Born to Build 2026 Handbook out now!
Get informed with this great online tool –
Born to Build Career Handbook.
Learn about various building qualifications, gain an insight into trades and learn about university-linked construction pathways. It’s a great way for students to explore all the opportunities in the building and construction industry.
If you would like a hard copy, please collect it at the Careers and Pathways offices at St Gabriels or Kidman Park.
Born to Build, Career Handbook for 2026
ICHM (International College of Hotel Management) Discovery Days |21 & 28 April
If you are interested in Hospitality as a career,
ICHM
may be for you. ICHM is an Institute of Higher Education that champions ‘learning forward’- focusing on the learning of tomorrow as industry ready graduates. Giving young talent the skills, networks and hands-on experience to hit the ground running.
Register to be part of the DISCOVERY DAYS, including interactive sessions with ICHM staff, a Q & A, and a light lunch.
Register here
ICHM Discovery Days
pdf
Clip Joint School Holiday Workshops
Experience what it would be like to become a hair stylist or makeup artist these school holidays with Clip Joints 2 Day – Hair and Makeup Workshop. Join them at their city campus in Gawler Place from 10.00am to 3.00pm.
$210 for both days and includes a makeup brush set!
Thursday 16th and Friday 17th April 2026. (Applications now open)
Thursday 9th and Friday 10th July 2026.
Thursday 1st and Friday 2nd October 2026.
Find out more and book here
SAHMRI (SA Health & Medical Research Institute) Work Experience |Applications close 30 June 2026
The 4-day program dates are
Monday 31 August – Thursday 3 September
9:30am-4:00pm each day
Throughout the program, you will
• be exposed to a range of activities across our research themes.
• have the opportunity to learn from world class researchers
• get hands on experience in their laboratories
Please note that only applications submitted through the website will be considered. Remember, there is no single type of application that will succeed – we want to hear why the program is interesting to you!
To find out more and apply, click here
SAHMRI Work experience
AIBT Barista Course|14 April
AIBT
provides this highly popular short course that equips students with practical, industry-relevant hospitality skills and nationally recognised certification. Limited slots remaining! See the PDF below.
AIBT Barista Course
pdf
Flinders University School Holiday Taster days |April 14-17
Taster Days are designed for year 12 students, to get a taste of the study area you may be interested in at Flinders. You will have the opportunity to speak to teachers, learn from current students, enjoy a free lunch and work in and tour our state-of-the-art facilities
Taste areas such as Business, Medicine, Health, Nursing, Animal Behaviour, Criminology, Engineering, Film and TV, Urban and Regional Planning, Cybersecurity, Law, Education and Psychological Science
flinders university taster days
Flight One High School Aeroskills Come & Try Day | Monday 14 September
Are you in Year 10 or 11 and interested in aircraft engineering? Flight One’s
Aircraft Engineering
“Come & Try” Day is your chance to experience the exciting world of aircraft engineering up close! Join us at Adelaide Airport for a hands-on day filled with learning and fun.
All students wishing to enrol in Flight One School of Engineering’s
funded Certificate II in Aeroskills
delivered at our Adelaide Airport workshop in 2027, are required to have undertaken immersive activities in an aviation / aircraft maintenance or similar background.
These events are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the course, delivery location, outcomes and the nature of the training / work environment to ensure that students are well informed before enrolling.
Location:
Flight One School of Engineering, Adelaide Airport
Time:
9 am to 2:30 pm
Reserve a spot here
TAFE SA Information Sessions – 2026
TAFE SA has a range of course information sessions coming up – find out more about TAFE courses for your pathway after-school by registering to attend their information sessions.
Be open minded to TAFE
– there are lots of course options that lead to hands-on jobs with excellent salaries – University is not the only option, and sometimes for the industry you want,
TAFE might the best option
!!
TAFE SA info sessions
Work Experience Opportunities
The number 1 reason 15 to 24 year-olds experience difficulties in finding employment is lack of work experience.
Source: Reckon, The Advertiser, 31 January 2026.
Here at Nazareth Catholic College, we strongly encourage students in Year 10, 11, and 12 to undertake work experience, because as well as assisting in exploring your career pathways, it can also be beneficial in gaining employment.
View more information about how to organise Work Experience on the
Work Experience page of our website.
Remember to include the Pathways & Partnership team when organising your work experience. Students cannot commence work experience without a Nazareth Workplace Learning Agreement in place!
The following guides contain important information about work experience:
Workplace Learning Guide for Parents
Workplace Learning Guide for Students
We are here to help, so book an appointment with the Careers team
book an appointment
SAHMRI (SA Health & Medical Research Institute) Work Experience |Applications close 30 June 2026
The 4-day program dates are
Monday 31 August – Thursday 3 September
9:30am-4:00pm each day
Throughout the program, you will
• be exposed to a range of activities across our research themes.
• have the opportunity to learn from world class researchers
• get hands on experience in their laboratories
Please note that only applications submitted through the website will be considered. Remember, there is no single type of application that will succeed – we want to hear why the program is interesting to you!
To find out more and apply, click here
sahmri work experience
Council Work Experience
Have you considered Work Experience at your local Council? Gain practical skills, get exposure to a wide range of jobs, and gain insight into the skills and knowledge required in the workplace. It could be very rewarding! Learn more by clicking the links for each Council below:
City of Charles Sturt
City of Port Adelaide
City of Sailsbury
City of West Torrens
National Pharmacies Work Experience
National Pharmacies are proud to offer work experience programs to secondary students who have an interest in studying Pharmacy
Visit their website
, check you meet the criteria, and download the Application form.
Defence Work Experience Program
The Defence Work Experience Program provides young Australians interested in Defence as a future career, the opportunity to sample life in Defence and learn more about the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian Public Service (APS). If you are interested in Policing, STEM, Health or Cookery as a career, these work experience programs maybe for you.
Click on the link for the application details and closing dates.
Defence Work Experience – Job List
Holiday Short Courses
Clip Joint School Holiday Workshops
Experience what it would be like to become a hair stylist or makeup artist these school holidays with Clip Joints 2 Day – Hair and Makeup Workshop. Join them at their city campus in Gawler Place from 10.00am to 3.00pm.
$210 for both days and includes a makeup brush set!
Thursday 16th and Friday 17th April 2026. (Applications now open)
Thursday 9th and Friday 10th July 2026.
Thursday 1st and Friday 2nd October 2026.
find out more and book here
AIOH Holiday Hospitality Short Courses
AIOH
are offering engaging 2-day holiday short courses across various dates throughout the year to help students kickstart their hospitality career!
Introduction to Barista – $350.00 per person
Hospitality Starter Pack — Tools & Tricks for the First Shift – $160.00 per person. Includes SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
Check out the flyer for all the dates on offer, and how to register.
AIOH Hospitality Short Courses 2026
pdf
Skills Training College – Whitecard, First Aid and more
Skills Training College is a trusted Australian Registered Training Organisation offering comprehensive nationally accredited courses & industry-relevant training.
Click here for all the short courses and micro credentials available including White Card & CPR
Skills training college
AIBT Year 12s Holiday Fast Track – Cert III Courses
AIBT
Special April Fast Track Intake is designed exclusively for Year 12 students, allowing them to complete their qualification prior to SACE resulting.
Certificate III in Business
Certificate III in Business (Medical Administration)
Certificate III in Legal Services
Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business
AIBT Year 12s Holiday Fast Track – Cert III Courses
pdf
Expos, Open Days and Events
MTA Automotive 2026 Try a Trade Program| Friday 17 April
MTA Automotive Try-A -Trade Program will give you hands-on experience and insights into the exciting world of automotive trades and see if it is right for you!
When
: 17 April 10.00am to 3.00pm
Where
: 3 Frederick Road, Royal Park, 5014
Book here if interested
ICHM (International College of Hotel Management) Discovery Days |21 & 28 April
If you are interested in Hospitality as a career,
ICHM
may be for you. ICHM is an Institute of Higher Education that champions ‘learning forward’- focusing on the learning of tomorrow as industry ready graduates. Giving young talent the skills, networks and hands-on experience to hit the ground running.
Register to be part of the DISCOVERY DAYS, including interactive sessions with ICHM staff, a Q & A, and a light lunch.
Register here
ICHM Discovery Days
pdf
Adelaide Careers & Employment Expo | 7-9 May
This free event is for school students, parents, teachers, graduates, and job seekers looking for courses and seeking new training options.
If you are looking for a job, career change, courses or you are a school student looking for a career path, you can’t afford to miss this event.
When:
Thursday May 7, 2026 – 9am to 3pm
Friday May 8, 2026 – 9am to 3pm
Saturday May 9, 2025 – 9am to 4pm
Where:
Adelaide Showground
To find out more about the event, click
here
The Defence and Space Industry Careers Showcase| 7-9 May
Location: Adelaide Showgrounds, Goyder Pavilion, Wayville SA
Date: May 7-9, 9:00am — 4:00pm
The Defence and Space Industry Careers Showcase will bring together everything you need to know about a career in one of South Australia’s fastest growing industries.
If you are a school student, parent, teacher, graduate or looking for a career change, do not miss this opportunity to learn firsthand from defence and space industry leaders about your new career in defence and space.
South Australia’s defence industry workforce is set to grow to more than 11,000 by the 2040s so there’s never been a better time to find your place in a high paying, lifelong career.
To find out more about the event, click
here
AIE Open Day | Saturday 23 May
Discover the courses designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation, film and visual effects at the
AIE
Open Day.
The day will cover everything you need to know about the:
careers in games and VFX that we train students for;
studios and industries that we work with;
courses we offer – from beginners to professional mastery, and;
the software, skills and knowledge we teach.
Location: Level 3, 32 Grenfell St, Adelaide
Date: Saturday 23 May 2026
Find out more
here
CDW Studios Open Day – Adelaide Studio
| Saturday 13 June
This free event is your chance to explore CDW Studio creative space, meet the staff and students, and dive into the curriculum.
They will be talking about the
Bachelor of Visual Effects and Entertainment Design
degree and their unique partnership with
Flinders University
.
Whether you’re an aspiring entertainment design artist or just curious about the world of games, movies and animation, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career at
CDW Studios
.
When:
13 June 10am to 2pm
Where: CDW Studios
14-38 Rundle Mall Level 4 Adelaide, SA 5000
Reserve a spot here
Flight One High School Aeroskills Come & Try Day | Monday 14 September
Are you in Year 10 or 11 and interested in aircraft engineering? Flight One’s
Aircraft Engineering
“Come & Try” Day is your chance to experience the exciting world of aircraft engineering up close! Join us at Adelaide Airport for a hands-on day filled with learning and fun.
All students wishing to enrol in Flight One School of Engineering’s
funded Certificate II in Aeroskills
delivered at our Adelaide Airport workshop in 2027, are required to have undertaken immersive activities in an aviation / aircraft maintenance or similar background.
These events are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the course, delivery location, outcomes and the nature of the training / work environment to ensure that students are well informed before enrolling.
Location:
Flight One School of Engineering, Adelaide Airport
Time:
9 am to 2:30 pm
Reserve a spot here
SAE University College, Adelaide “Create for a Day” Workshops 2026 | Saturday 3 October
SAE University College
offer one-of-a-kind learning experiences that will set you apart & immerse you in the creative and technology industries, and this October it is opening its doors for
Create for a Day
: a one-day, hands-on experience where you’ll step into the studio, lab or production space and start creating.
Choose from:
Animation
Audio
Computer Science
Film
Games
VFX
Spaces are strictly limited – secure your spot today!
find out more and register here
Scholarship Opportunities
Apprenticeship and Traineeship Opportunities
Now is the time of year that organisations start advertising for apprentices and trainees.  Here are some organisations you might like to consider – do you own research to find even more!
Book an appointment to see a Careers Counsellor if you’d like support to update your resume, submit an application or book to do your Whitecard, RSA or any other short course.
book an appointment
Become an Apprentice or Trainee | Mas National
SA Water – Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships in Australia | BAE Systems Careers
Dental assistant traineeships • SA Dental
Australian Government School Leaver Program – AGSLP | Australian Public Service Commission
ATO School Leaver Program | Australian Taxation Office
Traineeships with AFL SportsReady
Trades at a Glance | Mas National
Born to Build | Start Your Career in Building & Construction
Apprenticeships – Taps
National Timber and Hardware association Traineeships
Jobs in Adelaide and South Australia – Career Opportunities
MTA Training & Employment | Automotive Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships Adelaide | Traineeships | Group Training Organisation
Aircraft Engineer Apprenticeships | South Australia, NT
Government Public Sector Trainees
Technician Apprentice Program | CMI Toyota
Statewide Apprentices SA
Some other opportunities to think about:
Gap Year – ADF Careers
Defence Industry Pathways Program (DIPP) | PEER
PEER – Launch your career in Defence
Want to work in the defence industry?
Earn while you learn through a 12-month paid traineeship.
Complete a Certificate III qualification
Access hands-on-training and industry leading knowledge and experience directly from SA’s defence industry
Work with employers at the forefront of the nuclear powered submarine, naval shipbuilding and sustainment enterprises including supply chains.
Find out more
here
AFL Sports Ready Traineeships for Year 12 School Leavers
Year 12 students are encouraged to explore the opportunities available on the AFL Sports Ready Jobs Hub. Students can also submit an Expression of Interest to join the candidate pool and be contacted when new roles open in their area
AFL SportsReady – Career Pathways – Jobs Hub
University Opportunities
Australian National University (ANU)
ANU is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital, Canberra. Excellence is embedded in their approach to research and education.
Learn about all they have to offer including Scholarships and courses by visiting their website.
anu
South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC)
SATAC’s job is to process and assess applications for entry to tertiary courses in South Australia and the Northern Territory.
The SATAC Guide is a great tool to research available courses to study at Uni.
Here is the link to the online publication
SATAC publications – SATAC
SATAC
is another good resource.
Bond University & Scholarships
Have you thought about attending Bond University in Queensland for a deliberately different university experience?
At Bond University, you will embark upon a transformational journey to realise your potential and stand out in your career.
Applications
are now open!
Click here to find out more about
Scholarships
.
Flinders University & Scholarships
Click here
to find out more about Flinders University and the
Scholarships
that are available.
VET- to-Flinders Guaranteed Pathway
Nazareth students who have completed certain VET qualifications and combinations of subjects as part of their SACE are eligible for a guaranteed entry pathway to specified degrees at Flinders University.
View the Nazareth-to-Flinders Pathway Schedule to see the VET and SACE combinations, and the eligible degrees.
Nazareth-to-Flinders Pathway Schedule
pdf
Students will need to submit a SATAC application with the eligible degree listed as their first preference and also register the Nazareth-to-Flinders pathway through the Nazareth Pathways Counselling team.
For further information, book an appointment with the Careers Team.
book an appointment
Adelaide University & Scholarships
Click here
to find out more about Adelaide University and the
Scholarships
that are available.
There’s more than one way into a degree at Adelaide University
Find out more at:
Entry pathways
Medicine, Dentistry and Oral Health Admissions Information Sessions
For students, families seeking a deeper understanding of admissions for Medicine, Dentistry and Oral Health at Adelaide University, please refer to the
Zoom recording link
and use the passcode: 2r&byNS*
For information about Medicine skip to 00:03:15. For information about Dentistry and Oral Health skip to 01:08:12.
For further enquiries, please reach out to the
Adelaide University Future Student Enquiries Team
, who will be happy to assist.
Click on the links below to see more information on course available at Adelaide University
Bachelor of Speech Pathology information
pdf
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science information
pdf
Year 12 Information
SACE Results Date & ATAR – Monday 15 December
Students will be able to access their SACE results on Monday 15 December by logging in to their SACE Students Online account.
SACE Board of SA – Students Online – log in
Students eligible for an ATAR will also be able to see their Tertiary Entrance Statement (TES) containing their university entry information.
Understanding your Tertiary Entrance Statement – SATAC
University Course Offers – commence Thursday 15 January
From Thursday 15 January 2026 SATAC will start emailing Year 12 students who have submitted applications for courses in 2026.
There are several rounds of offers. Students who do not receive an offer in the first round may receive offers in subsequent rounds. For queries regarding specific course offers, students should contact the University/TAFE directly.
Undergraduate key dates – SATAC
SATAC – Applying for University and TAFE – applications still open
Thinking about university or TAFE in 2026?
SATAC has produced a series of helpful videos for Year 12 students, explaining everything you need to know about applying to TAFE SA or university. You can view them
h
e
re
. The
SATAC Guide
is also a great resource to explore your options.
At Nazareth
, during Term 3, Year 12 students participated in a range of activities at school to build their understanding of SATAC processes and future pathways, including lodging a SATAC application. The early application deadline was 30 September, but it is not too late to submit an application – applications are still accepted up to 1 December,
Students can speak with their Mentor Group Teacher, Year 12 Year Level Coordinator, or a Careers Counsellor for help at any stage of the process.
SATAC
Adelaide Tuition Centre
Adelaide Tuition Centre offers year 12 students revision seminars for SACE Stage 2 – Subjects during the holidays.
Adelaide Tuition Centre