Youth

Resources for youth

Have you been thinking about what to do after school? Know the direction you want to head but not really sure where you want to end up? Starting to think about your future now is a great start!

There are so many possibilities open to you like; going to UNI or TAFE, taking up an Australian Apprenticeship, starting your own business, getting a job or even getting involved in volunteer or community work.

To find out more about your options and ways you can start planning have a browse through the toolkit and see what catches your eye.

School Leavers Resource Guide

School Leavers Resource Guide has a wide range of practical and up-to-date information about career development and further education and training options for when you finish school. It also includes information about financial assistance and support. The School Leavers Resource Guide is available in State and Territory versions.

myfuture

myfuture is a great resource that helps you see possibilities in the world of work, identify your own interests and skill areas, set career goals and plan to achieve them.

jobguide

Jobguide is a comprehensive downloadable guide, with detailed descriptions of occupations, including information on the specific tasks and skills involved in each job, and the education and training required for each.

Year 12 - what next? can help you plan your post-school education and training. It tells you about working life in the future, course options and other places where you can get planning help and advice. A Year 12 - what next? brochure PDF is also available.

australian apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships tells you everything you need to know about apprenticeships, and the benefits of combining practical work and training.

goingtouni.gov.au

Going to uni has a lot of information about higher education, as well as sections on fees, loans and scholarships, courses and providers, resources and overseas study.

getatrade.gov.au

Get a trade lists skills shortages at national, state and regional levels and tells you all about apprenticeships, training and the labour market.

jobsearch.gov.au

JobSearch is a great place to start exploring for job possibilities and general advice about jobs and careers.

Career information for young people

This flyerPDF outlines a range of career information, resources and support available for young people. It provides up-to-date career development information and resources, and includes a list of useful website links.

School subjects you like and the jobs they can lead to

School subjects you like and jobs they can lead toPDF links school subjects with possible jobs and the level of education and training required.

In addition to the core resources for youth shown on this page, there are also specific resources available for the following topics.