Career Information

                            The Career Education Department at Avonside
                                       Career Education Coordinator - Mrs Vicki Summerfield
                                       Career Education Assistant - Ms Alison Hancock
Career Planning is a life long process, but while you are a student at Avonside you will take important steps along the way.

Career Development Strategies
(available to your and your parents/care givers)

individual career counselling for career problems and decision-making
some testing, to help you find suitable career options
information about careers and training providers
careers library of books and videos
on-line information and career tools
work experience placements
courses to help you make decisions
career planning courses
notice boards and newsletters
assistance with CV preparation
interview preparation
assistance with job applications
career education classes in years 10,11 and 12

You can expect:

short and regular appointments as necessary

tasks to complete in order to help you solve your career problem

reliable and up to date information and advice on career matters

challenges to make you think, and encourage you to take all the necessary steps in order to reach your potential