Vocational Education & Training (Internal)

 

“At HCS, our student careers program offers tailored guidance, workshops, and resources to help you discover your interests, develop essential skills, and set achievable goals”.

“Students at Hunter Christian School are offered personalised guidance, mentorship, and career planning. We assist students by transforming their academic excellence into successful professional opportunities. Our students have access to platforms such as JobJump and a dedicated Careers area within Canvas where they receive frequent updates. In addition, from Stage 5, our students begin the process of thinking about their career, and work on the transferable skills required.”

Mrs. Kristin Clulow

Director of Partnerships and Pathways

Let’s plan your tomorrow, today

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Hunter Christian School offers a warm community and nurturing environment where your child and your family is known and valued. Our students experience a sense of belonging, ensuring that every student feels confident and motivated to reach their full potential.

Your Child's Success is Our Priority

At Hunter Christian School, we are on your child’s side. Our dedicated staff are not just educators, but mentors who go the extra mile to support your child’s academic, social and emotional growth. Your child’s education will be individually tailored to meet their unique needs, interests, and learning styles.

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We believe that a high-quality education should be accessible to all families with no compromise on quality. We work tirelessly to keep our all-inclusive tuition fees at the lowest possible level, recognising the sacrifices you make to provide your children with the best educational opportunities. 

Discover alternate HSC pathways on offer!

Years 10-12 are a crucial time to explore your interests and lay the groundwork for your future career. At Hunter Christian School, our student careers program provides personalised guidance, workshops, and resources to help you discover your passions, build essential skills, and set realistic goals.

Whether you’re considering Vocational Education and Training (VET), a School-Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship (SBAT), gaining work experience, or entering the workforce directly, we are here to support you every step of the way. Begin shaping your future today with Hunter Christian School.

Our dynamic student career program is tailored to guide students toward fulfilling career paths. We offer personalised career counseling to help you explore different industries and uncover your strengths.

Through personalised advice and partnerships with industry leaders, our students gain hands-on experience and valuable insights into potential careers. We also provide resources for career planning and university applications, ensuring you are well-prepared for higher education, vocational training or the workforce.

At Hunter Christian School, we focus on holistic development, equipping students with the skills and confidence needed to successfully pursue their chosen career paths.

Vocational Education Training (Internal)

Your Path to Success

Vocational Education and Training (VET) offers a great way to explore diverse careers while earning nationally recognized qualifications. By combining VET with the Higher School Certificate (HSC), you can gain dual qualifications in your chosen field.

In 2026, we are pleased to offer the following courses at Hunter Christian School:

  • Certificate II in Construction Pathways (Board Developed Course)
  • Certificate III in Business (Board Developed Course)
  • Certificate III in Fitness (Board Endorsed Course)
  • Certificate III in Christian Leadership (Board Endorsed Course)

More information on these courses can be found at: https://publuu.com/flip-book/430062/1983739/page/4

Benefits of VET

  • Dual Qualifications: Earn both an HSC and a VET qualification.
  • ATAR Boost: Some VET courses can contribute to your ATAR.
  • Career Advantage: Gain a significant edge as you transition to further studies or the workforce.

We are governed by the AIS as our RTO for online site delivery of VET for the majority of our subjects: VET Information – Association of Independent Schools

Christian Leadership is delivered through Hillsong College: https://hillsong.com/college/

How to Apply

Students wishing to complete one of these VET courses as part of their Higher School Certificate program are required to complete the attached Agreement in addition to the Application Form. Enrolling in a VET Course requires a significant commitment from both parents/guardians and the student. The attached Agreement sets out the school’s requirements for students undertaking VET courses.

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