Work Studies

Prerequisite

None.

Course Description

Work in all its forms – paid and unpaid – plays a central role in our lives. Technological, social and economic factors are rapidly changing the nature of work, the traditional patterns of work organisation and how individuals engage in work. The successful transition of students from school to the workforce and further education and training is essential for individuals and for society. Individuals will need to be flexible and responsive to change along their career pathway. Opportunities for workers to change jobs, develop new skills and to obtain new experiences will be part of the future world of work. Work Studies is designed to assist students in their transition from school to work. It develops knowledge and understanding of the issues faced by students in the transition to work and the skills needed for effective career planning and performance of tasks in the work environment. 

For whom is this subject intended

Work Studies is intended to enable young people to develop the skills, knowledge, understanding and confidence to allow them to experience a successful transition from school to work and further education and training.  For students who want to develop employment related skills. This course is Non-ATAR and will complement a pattern of study for students who endeavour to gain a HSC qualification before joining the workforce. 

Main Topics Covered

CORE

●        My Working Life

MODULES

●        In the Workplace

●        Preparing Job Applications

●        Workplace Communication

●        Teamwork and Enterprise Skills

●        Managing Work and Life Commitments

●        Personal Finance

●        Workplace Issues

●        Self-Employment

●        Team Enterprise Project

●        Experiencing Work

●        School-Developed Module

Particular Course Requirements

As work studies is a content endorsed course (CEC), there is no external assessment for the course. (No HSC examination). Students will need to undertake school assessment to meet the requirements for the Higher School Certificate.