Career Pathways

All students at Damascus College Ballarat are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the career hub located in the St Martin’s Resource Centre.  Information from a range of universities, TAFE’s and private providers is accessible to students and able to be browsed at a student’s leisure.

Mrs Joanne Lawrence the Careers Co-ordinator is also available to assist students with:

• pathway information requests
• individual career counselling
• work experience advice
• preparation for entering employment
• applications for taster courses
• scholarships and
• VTAC and SEAS

It is vital that all students realise the importance of actively engaging in their own self development. The careers resources and events at Damascus College Ballarat are designed to focus on individual growth and planning and preparation for the future pathways a student will ultimately follow.

Students and parents are encouraged to make contact with Mrs Lawrence at any time.

Key Career Links

Contact the Careers Co-ordinator at Damascus College.

Career News - all key events and career opportunities are highlighted in the Damascus News.

OZJAC - Australian Course and Careers Database – accessible online by all Damascus students (Password available from Careers hub)

Safe@work – occupational health and safety requirement for work experience. Students must successfully complete the General module and relevant industry module test prior to work experience.

Career Planning Links

Planning for a career involves so many factors. Even when it appears to be easy for some people it still involves much thought, research and contemplation. The links below provide a few hints about topics that may be useful when looking for advice or ideas.