Trinity College, as part of its Mission Statement (2006-2011), offers an education which is responsive to the needs of students in the pastoral, academic, vocational, sporting and cultural fields reflecting the life skills required for contemporary society, in order that they attain their potential all students will be considered equitable.
The curriculum at Trinity College has been devised with the needs of today's young people and today's society in mind. A wide selection of traditional academic subjects sits comfortably beside a range of vocational units in the commercial, hospitality and tourism areas. A Vocational Education Course for Senior students, including an Industry Placement (IP) Programme, prepares students for direct entry to the work force.
Of the 875 students enrolled at the College, about 50% choose to follow a Vocational Education (VET) pathway in their study program. This reflects the College’s efforts to meet the needs of all students in the Senior years and to seek a ‘better’ balance between the traditional academic and vocational curriculum offerings. Like many schools, retention rates have risen over the past number of years, and a number of national and state reform initiatives have supported our efforts in achieving this balance in meeting the needs of all students in the Senior years.
VET coordinators and management structures are responsible for and oversee the following aspects:
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Advice to student re Traineeships and Apprenticeships available
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Negotiations with the Beenleigh Region Industry Network (BRITN) in regards to placing students in the industry of their choice
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Provision of advice to students regarding possible career paths and best subject options
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Coordination of the Careers program from Year 8 through to 12
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Compliance with the AQTF Standards
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Work experience.