Career counselling is available with our Pathways and Partnerships staff at the Kidman Park Campus and St Gabriel Centre. Schedule an appointment online.
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.
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
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
Explore a collection of handpicked articles, videos and resources to support families in navigating career conversations and post-school decisions.
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.
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.
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!
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:
Monarto Safari Park:
AIOH are holding a taster session for Year 11 students to explore a career pathway in the Food and Hospitality Industry. This Industry Day offers students the opportunity to participate in a day program and gain experience, with some hands-on practical activities.
Propel yourself into a career with ASC – Australia’s Submarine Company
Register your interest now for the 2027 intake
ASC’s four-year Apprenticeship Program will give you hands-on experience for a career in Australia’s defence industry. You will work on real, meaningful work to support the Royal Australian Navy and work alongside some of Australia’s most skilled and award-winning tradespeople and trainers.
ASC offer multiple opportunities across the following streams in Osborne, South Australia, and Henderson, Western Australia:
Check out these online Career Guides to learn about careers in Tourism, Mining and Building!
Or come past the Careers office for your hardcopy.
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
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
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!!
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:
We are here to help, so book an appointment with the Careers team
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
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:
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.
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.
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!
AIOH are offering engaging 2-day holiday short courses across various dates throughout the year to help students kickstart their hospitality career!
Check out the flyer for all the dates on offer, and how to register.
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
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
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
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:
Location: Level 3, 32 Grenfell St, Adelaide
Date: Saturday 23 May 2026
Find out more here
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
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
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:
Spaces are strictly limited – secure your spot today!
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.
Some other opportunities to think about:
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The new 2027 Study Guides have arrived and are now available to view digitally here.
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
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.
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.
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 here. 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.
Adelaide Tuition Centre offers year 12 students revision seminars for SACE Stage 2 – Subjects during the holidays.
