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Education

When it comes to your education you have several options that you need to consider. As you near year 11 or 12 you get to make decisions about how you would like your final years of school to be. While we understand that it might be tempting to leave school as soon as you can, we also know that the longer you stay in school the more options you have for what you want to do in the future. It can also help increase your money making potential! And you never know, you might find some subjects that are actually interesting!

  • School

    Your Options at School

    All young people, in Western Australia, in their 16th and 17th years must be in some form of education, training or employment….

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  • TAFE

    TAFE

    TAFE is now part of Training WA and offers practical courses in a large range of fields, from art & design to youth work and everything in between! A TAFE course can be a great way to develop and broaden your skills in your chosen field. Some…

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  • Apprenticeships & Traineeships

    Apprenticeships and Traineeships

    Apprenticeships and traineeships combine practical experience at work with structured training. As an apprentice or trainee, you enter into a formal training contract with an employer that leads to a nationally…

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  • University

    University

    Another option for after you leave school is going to uni. If you think you might like to study at uni it’s best to talk to a teacher or school careers counsellor to see if you’re on track for going to university. …

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  • Making Decisions

    The Department of Education

    The Department of Education can help you with information about school and other options available to you once you turn 16. …

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  • Scholarships

    Scholarships

    Scholarships are available to help you to study for further education after school. These can be really helpful, especially if you think money might be a problem for you. Check out the following scholarships that are available to help you on your educational journey.

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  • Financial Assistance

    Financial Assistance

    If you decide to go on to do an apprenticeship or go to uni or TAFE there are several types of financial assistance from the government that you may be eligible for….

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