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Senior Schooling and Pathways

An initiative of the Logan Youth Action Group, the following table lists information about pathways and alternative learning opportunities available to students in Logan.

Here is what our Logan Youth Action Group had to say:

“It is important that during the final years at high school or wherever you are learning, you understand your strengths and what excites you. It is during these years where you start planning and preparing for your future and exploring the pathway that is right for you. The following information will provide you with information to help you in choosing the correct pathway for you if you are in grades 10 to 12.”

Name	Description	More information
Link and Launch	Finished Year 12 but doors aren’t opening? Link and Launch is a free service designed to help you identify the options that can work for you after school. You’ll be guided through a range of post-school study, training and work options – and if you don’t have any idea what you want to do next, the program can help you with that too. The program is offered via selected Queensland high schools. The program is run on school sites but is separate from the school.	For more information and to find the locations of the Link and Launch program visit I Don't Know What To Do After Year 12?
University Pathways	ATAR The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is the number which determines a students entry into university. The number is between 0.00 and 99.95 and ranks a student against all the students in their age group. Good to know - Units of Study Your ATAR is determined by your performance in Units 3 and 4 (which are performed in grade 12) of either five general subjects or 4 general subjects plus 1 applied subject, or a Certificate III-level or higher in completed VET. Admission to most tertiary courses is determined by your selection rank, which is comprised of your ATAR plus any necessary adjustments. Universities use the ATAR to help them choose students for their courses. Most universities also select students based on factors. This may include personal statement, a questionnaire, a portfolio of work, an audition, an interview or a test. Prerequisites If you as a student are looking into an educational pathway after you finish high school, you will need to know what course of study you want to do, and the prerequisites required for that course. It is important to understand what these requirements are as they will enable you to peruse in the career you want. The prerequisites of a course will often require a specific ATAR and require you have completed specific subjects. Although this may seem quite overwhelming you are able to find out the prerequisites of your chosen course on your chosen university’s website. Enabling Programs and Bridging Studies What if I do not attain the prerequisites needed for my chosen course? What if I have not completed one of the required subjects for my chosen course? Although it is both useful and important to choose the right subjects for grade 11 and 12, you are still able to complete the required units of the subject after you finish high school or during your final year of schooling through a bridging course. If are not already aware, bridging courses provide students with the fundamental skills required to pathway into further education, either through a higher-level TAFE qualification or university (TAFE, 2022). These courses will enable you to obtain the subject prerequisite if you do not already have it.	Griffith University – Logan Campus 68 University Dr Meadowbrook Qld 4131 Logan campus General: 07 3735 7111 Future student: 1800 677 728 (Toll free) Current student: 07 3735 7700 International: +61 7 3735 6425 Griffith University also has campuses in Mt Gravatt, Nathan and the Gold Coast. More information: Griffith University Please visit enabling programs and bridging studies for more information.
Scholarships and financial assistance	It is important to understand that university and other post-graduate courses of study come with a financial cost. If you currently hold one of the following visas you are eligible to receive HECS support from the Australian government. Australian Citizen New Zealand Special Category Visa Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holder The Australian government offers loans with low interest rates called HECS or HECS-HELP. The government pays your institution directly for your tuition fees. You must begin repaying your debt once you graduate and reach a certain income level. If you currently are not eligible for HECS or HESCS-HELP, there is no need to worry! Many different universities both in Queensland and across the entirely of Australia provide a great variety of scholarships ranging from academic performance, sporting achievements, to the arts. To find out how to apply for these scholarships it is important to visit your school guidance councillor. Remember that they are professionals in guiding individuals like yourself to obtain their pathway goals.	Please visit HECS support for more information.
TAFE QLD	It is important to understand that there are a multitude of different pathway options that are available to you. Despite university being the most common form of pathway after schooling, other options are available to students, one of which being TAFE. What is TAFE? Australia's TAFE system, which is run by the government, offers post-secondary education in vocational fields like beauty, design, childcare, accounting, business, recruitment, IT, and many more. University courses cover a wide range of theoretical topics, whereas TAFE courses concentrate on practical skills for a given industry. The skills required to work in aged care, whether at a client's home or an aged care facility, are taught, for instance, in a Certificate IV in Aged Care. Although more and more courses are becoming available online, TAFE is typically taught at TAFE Institutes all over Australia. There are also options for blended learning, which combines online and in-person instruction.	Please visit TAFE for more information.
Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships	Logan City Council has a Traineeship and Apprenticeship Program. Our traineeship and apprenticeship program will help you kick start your career in local government and provide you with the training, skills and experience you need for your chosen career. What is an apprenticeship and/or traineeship? Apprenticeships and traineeships combine training with working in a real job, with a real boss, for a real wage. Apprentices and trainees work towards the completion of a nationally recognised qualification while learning valuable skills at work and under the guidance of a training organisation. Upon completion, you may find yourself in a great place to keep working, go on to future study; or even start your own business. What is the difference between a traineeship and an apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are trained in a skilled trade (e.g. electrical, plumbing, cabinet making, automotive) and, upon successful completion, become a qualified tradesperson. Apprenticeships generally take up to four years to complete. Trainees are trained in vocational areas (e.g. business administration, information technology, tourism) and, upon successful completion, receive a qualification in their chosen vocational area. Traineeships generally take between 12 months and 3 years to complete. If you are looking for an apprenticeship or traineeship service, you can contact one of the below services that will be able to help and provide you with information on other organisations.	For more information on Logan City Council Traineeships and apprenticeships visit Traineeships and apprenticeships. For more information on Australian apprenticeships and traineeships visit the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training. Smart Employment Solutions Apprenticeships and Traineeships SESAT Website 13 30 24
Courses and Training	Logan has a variety of courses and training available to young people, these also include vocational training through Alternative/Flexible Schools or different course providers. If you’d like to find a course or continue training, you can check this with different service providers listed, alternatively we have provided a couple of course providers.	yourtown’s get set for work supports young people Queenslanders aged 15 – 19 to get skills, confidence, qualifications, and job support 3387 8800 0421 631 312 Locations: Beenleigh, Browns Plains, Capalaba, Ipswich and Jimboomba. Skilling Queenslanders for Work \| Training Programs \| yourtown Kingston Centre for Continuing Secondary Education 62-84 Bega Road, Kingston, QLD 4114 3826 1388 principal@kingstonsc.eq.edu.au Busy Schools (Shailer Park) 37–43 Commercial Drive, Shailer Park, QLD 4128 1300 176 472 shailerpark@busyschools.com.au busyschools.qld.edu.au
Employment	Looking for work? Job service providers are organisations tailored to recruit employees and to meet a job seeker’s needs. Your provider will meet with you to help you find work and develop a Job Plan.	For more information or to find a Job service provider visit Find a Service Provider \| Job Access. If you are interested in careers with Logan City Council you van visit Careers.
Resume and cover letter writing	When applying for any work it is a common practice to have a resume and a cover letter. If you don’t already have any of these, it is important you draft one as early as possible and have someone look over it. Your resume will talk about your current and past work, volunteer and any work experience you may have. Your cover letter will talk about why you believe you are the best candidate for this job vacancy and addressing the selection criteria’s the job vacancy is asking for.	For more information visit Logan City Council Libraries can also assist with resume and cover letter writing visit Job Help - Logan City Council Libraries alternatively employment agencies also help with this.
Volunteering	Volunteering gives you a sense of belonging. It's a great way to make new friends and give back to your community. It is also a great way to gain new skills which can be helpful in gaining employment	You can contact any non-for-profit organisation or businesses and enquiry about volunteering alternatively you can contact our community centres and other services by visiting Volunteer opportuniities - Logan City Council to find out how you can volunteer:

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