The Head Start program gives students a head start in their chosen careers by acquiring career knowledge and skills by participating in work experience in an industry they choose. The program is an Authority Developed Work Place Learning (ADWPL) School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) endorsed program that allows students to demonstrate and develop increasing competence in the core skills for work. These skills are transferable employability skills that the students can take into any workplace or school situation and play a key role in lifelong learning. The program follows a project-based learning (PBL) model that involves a portfolio of work from throughout the year and participating in a work placement of their choice. Students will hear from several guest speakers and attend various career days and excursions as part of the program.

Career education involves learning to manage and take responsibility for personal career development. The Career and Enterprise General course consists in recognising one’s skills and talents and using this understanding to assist in gaining and keeping work. The course develops a range of work skills and an understanding of the nature of work. Key components of the course include the development of knowledge of different personality types and their link to career choices, entrepreneurial behaviours, learning to learn and the exploration of social, cultural and environmental issues that affect work, workplaces and careers.

Certificate II in Workplace Skills assists students who have not yet entered the workforce to develop the necessary skills needed to succeed in work. Students will carry out a range of procedural, clerical, administrative and operational tasks that require self-management. This industry qualification provides students with an opportunity to gain a comprehensive skill set to increase their employability and prepare them for a variety of entry-level business service jobs. Students achieving this qualification will develop skills and knowledge in soft skills that companies look for, such as communication, teamwork, and awareness of wellbeing in the workplace and hard skills, like preparing documents and using digital technology and business software. Combine your program with progressive qualifications and build a long-term study plan to achieve your learning and career goals.

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Certificate II in Business enables students to learn and use in-demand skills practised across a wide range of industries and gain skills and knowledge needed to work in various roles in a wide variety of business settings. Students will learn how to work in teams, empower their creative and critical thinking and learn to use sustainable work practices. They will also explore the importance of workplace wellness and safety, learn and deliver excellent customer service and the creation of a variety of business and digital documents using the latest computing software. This certificate leads to the following career opportunities: receptionist, administrative officer, customer service officer or general clerk.

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