Be sunsmart over summer

During the next 3 months, even on cloudy days, UV rays exceed level 3 so we all need to observe  preventative measures to avoid harmful sun exposure.

Slip    on a shirt    

Slop     on sunscreen

Slap     on a hat

Slide      on sunnies

Stay     in the shade and remain hydrated 

Types of Sun Protection may include:

Hat that has a broad brim like our school hats

Sunscreen that has a high SPF rating (30+)

Sunglasses

Rash shirt

Umbrella

Long Board Shorts

T-Shirt with long sleeves or a collar

Beach Tent/ Sun Tent

Wetsuit

What risk is there from overexposure to the sun..

At least two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime. Our rates are at epidemic levels with over 1500 Australians losing their lives to skin cancer each year. 

Skin cancer and young people

Even though the risk of skin cancer increases as you get older, melanoma is the most diagnosed cancer each year for 15 to 44 year olds. It is alarming that 24% of all cancers in people aged 15-19 are melanomas, the most serious and potentially deadly form of cancer.

Childhood and adolescence are critical periods during which sun exposure is more likely to contribute to skin cancer later in life. High exposure to the sun between the ages of 10 and 24 is a major risk factor for the development of superficially spreading melanomas. It is estimated that practising sun protection in childhood and adolescence could prevent more than 75% of all skin cancers.

Reducing exposure to UV radiation in sunlight during childhood and adolescence is therefore an important strategy for minimising the human A National Binge Drinking Campaign “Don’t Turn a Night out into a Night Mare” is timely looming holiday season to protect our local and visiting young people….

Alcohol and Party Safe

 Many young Australians are drinking to excess, placing themselves at risk of short and long-term harm. After tobacco, alcohol is the second biggest contributor to drug-related problems in Australia. As well as affecting the individual, risky drinking behaviour has a significant impact on our community. The latest estimates of alcohol related harm show that it causes around 3,200 deaths and 81,000 hospitalisations every year. The annual cost to Australian community of alcohol related social problems was estimated at $15.3 billion in 2004-05”. The campaign’s objective is to increase the likelihood that if teenagers and young adults choose to drink alcohol, they don’t drink levels of intoxication that may result in harm to themselves or others.

How can you helping your peers…

You may be in the situation where you have to look after a friend who has had too much alcohol to drink. They may have got drunk for a number of reasons, including not being familiar with how much alcohol they could handle, feeling pressure to drink a lot, or even because they like the feeling. Whatever the reason, when someone is drunk, they may be more likely to get into unsafe situations, and that is where you, as their friends can help.

How can you know if a friend has had too much to drink?

Alcohol affects people differently. Factors that might influence how alcohol affects you might include your gender, age, body shape, and even your mood. Some people might be able to drink a lot without it affecting them, whereas others might be affected after one drink.

Signs that your friend has had too much to drink might Include that he/she:

· Can’t string words together to make a coherent sentence

· Is acting strangely and doing things they would not normally do

· Has a glazy look in their eyes

· Vomit

· Can’t walk straight and keeps bumping into people and objects

· Has passed out

What can you do to help?

Look out for each other when you go out. If you think your friend might have had too much to drink there are a number of things you can do to help, including:

· Stay with your friend, make sure they are OK.

· Quietly, let your friend know that they are probably drunk, and suggest to them it would be a good idea to stop drinking alcohol, or slow down and to drink some water and eat something. Sometimes the easiest way to encourage your friend to slow down is to get the group to go for something to eat (This can be at one of the groups home if need be [most mums have a tin of baked beans in the cupboard for just such occasions]). That way you are getting your friend to take time out from drinking without having to confront them.

· Make sure your friend gets home OK – for example, by either getting a parent to come and pick them up, taking them home if you have a car and not been drinking or walking them home, or perhaps taking them back to your place.

· Let someone know in the house that they are really drunk and need to have an eye kept on them, or else keep an eye on them yourself.

· If a friend looses consciousness, it is important straight away to roll them on their side and to get help by calling an ambulance on triple zero (000). The way you act then will depend on whether your friend is breathing or not. If not breathing then commence CPR. Check out Ambulance Victoria website for more information on CPR.

Further information and fact sheets may be obtained  from www.reachout.com.au

Compiled from www.druginfo.adf.org.au

 Heather Daly

Adolescent Health Nurse

Bairnsdale Secondary College

  Internship Opportunity for School Leavers – (extra places just released)
10 extra spots on our ‘Ski & Snowboard Instructor Internship Programs’ in North America have just been released due to popular demand. We are now taking applications for these extra 10 positions which commence in December 2011.
This is a fantastic opportunity for school leavers because it gives them an opportunity to obtain paid employment in Canada and complete an internationally recognised ski or snowboard instructing qualification. I would be grateful if you could inform interested students, in their last or second to last year of high school, of this opportunity.
If you would like to receive direct career advisor updates or would like additional information to pass onto your students about this opportunity please email us at sstraining@educatingadventures.com.
Successful applicants will receive:

A GUARANTEED offer of employment as a Ski or Snowboard Instructor which includes uniform, full season pass and discount deals.

• Early season orientation, instructor training and accommodation package - Everything sorted so all you have to do is ski or ride!
• Canadian Instructor Association membership and level one ski or snowboard examination (CSIA / CASI International Certification)
• Training, support and further qualifications throughout the season
• Assistance and support with obtaining Working Holiday Visas, flights and insurances (in partnership with STA Travel)

We are looking for school leavers who:
* Have a passion for skiing or snowboarding (beginner to advanced ability welcome)
* Have a willingness to learn through training and working
* Have an interest in travel and adventure
* Are available between December and April
* Will be 18 years of age by November
* Are looking for a life changing experience
* Have the financial support to participate (the all inclusive program costs start at approx $5000)
Interested Students Should: contact us directly for access to our online instructor starter kit by emailing us at sstraining@educatingadventures.com

Young People without Borders is an exciting new program that will enable more young Australians to undertake a transformational gap year.  And to ensure it’s available to all, sponsored placements are available in 2012 through the introductory Trailblazer Award.

Young People without Borders has been brought to life by the Foundation for Young Australians, and Lattitude is pleased to be the inaugural placement partner and support the first wave of volunteers next year.  We are inviting applications for funded placements in the areas of teaching, community development and sports coaching. 

For further information about the program and funded placements available for 2012, see the website www.fya.org.au/initiatives/youngpeoplewithoutborders.  I’d appreciate it if you would forward this on to your Year 12 students, or highlight it to any students that you think may be interested.

Dates for your diary: Fri 2 September Priority application deadline, ensuring each applicant’s best chance to secure their sponsored placement

 September                  Applicants interviewed around Australia

 MONASH UNIVERSITY

Registrations for Monash University Gippsland's popular Industry Placement Program (IPP) are now open to students applying to the Gippsland Campus in 2012. 

IPP is a scholarship program available only to Monash University Gippsland undergraduate students. It provides a unique opportunity for students to: 

· develop outstanding job-ready skills and experience that employers are looking for

· gain six months full-time industry experience in their chosen field of study 

· receive up to $15,000 as an industry placement scholarship

 First round applications must be received no later than Friday 30 September 2011 and can be made at www.gippsland.monash.edu.au/programs/ipp/applying.html

 The program is available to all students* applying for a Monash Gippsland degree in Art and Design, Science, Arts, Business, Engineering or IT. 

IPP currently has students undertaking industry placements with a wide range of employers across the greater Gippsland region and beyond including; Latrobe City, Baw Baw Shire, Bass Coast Shire, East Gippsland Shire, Wellington Shire, Gippsland Water, East Gippsland Water, Westernport Water, Department of Sustainability and Environment, McMillan and Partners, the National Australia Bank, Vic Roads, Tru Energy, Mobil, Grand Prix Corporation and many other leading employers.  For more information about IPP, please visit www.gippsland.monash.edu.au/programs/ipp or contact Kylie O'Donnell (Manager, Industry Placement Program) on (03) 5122 6303 or ipp.gippsland@monash.edu.  

*  Students applying for Education, Nursing, Social Welfare or Psychology are not eligible, as they already have compulsory placements as part of their degree.

 University of Ballarat

 REEP Regional Education Entry Program An alternative entry program to UB for regional VCE students.

About REEP We are dedicated to increasing the participation rates in higher education of students from rural and regional areas.  UB recognises that VCE results (or equivalent) do not always predict success at tertiary level and REEP is designed to enable secondary students to apply for alternative entry into one of UB's higher education programs. When students apply through the REEP process they are assessed on their overall academic potential and demonstrated motivation to succeed rather than just their ATAR.

REEP packs have been sent to schools – please let us know if you need additional brochures.

Applications open on Sunday 28 August 2011 and close 5pm on Tuesday 18 October 2011.

Provisional offers to successful candidates will be made in late November 2011.

Further information can be obtained by visiting www.ballarat.edu.au/reep

 ACU - Australian Catholic University

Do you...demonstrate leadership in your school or workplace, coordinate a community initiative, volunteer in a local cultural, sporting or religious group or provide care to someone in need?

ACU's Early Achievers' Program is an undergraduate entry program that recognises your potential to achieve great things. Apply now and you could receive an offer by 28 October. Applications close Friday 14 October

 

Scholarships

University of Tasmania - Law Relocation Scholarship - $5000 offered to eligible interstate students to study Law at UTAS For further information see careers

 HOLIDAY PROGRAMS

 What do engineers really do? What’s it like to study engineering at the University of Melbourne?

Hands-On Engineering Day September 27^th 2011 offers students the opportunity to have a taste of what first year engineering students study, and to get a glimpse of where it could lead them.

Workshops:

Lego robots 9.30am – 11.30am       registration www.surveymonkey.com/s/HOE-Robots

GPS Map making 12pm – 2.oopm   registration www.surveymonkey.com/s/HOW-Maps

Bridge building 2.30pm – 4.30pm   registration www.surveymonkey.com/s/HOE-Bridges

 RMIT Bachelor of Sustainable Systems Engineering Introduction Seminar and Workshop

Audience: Year 11 and 12 students

Visit RMIT University in the Term 3 School holidays to take part in an introductory seminar and hands-on workshop for the new Bachelor of Sustainable Systems Engineering.

Students will study across major areas of design and technology, focusing on sustainable engineering systems. They will gain the skills and knowledge to create, design, lead and manage sustainable solutions to complex problems that face our communities world-wide.

Date:                     Wednesday 5 October 2011

Time:                    10 am – 2 pm

Location:             RMIT University - City campus

Cost:                      Free - lunch provided

For more information or to register go to: http://www.rmit.edu.au/aeromecheng/sse

 

RMIT Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering Introduction Seminar and Workshop

Audience: Year 11 and 12 students

Biomedical Engineering is for those interested in practical solutions in the world of medicine, technology, and science. It is the bridge between clinical medicine and technology. Biomedical engineers deliver solutions that are able to enhance the lives of those affected by medical issues.

The four year Biomedical Engineering program at RMIT combines engineering and medical science, culminating in a choice of specialisations. The degree has been designed through industry consultation and draws on the combined expertise from multiple areas across the university.  As a result, this well-rounded degree offers fascinating subjects as well as a wide range of opportunities for graduates.

 To register your interest in attending an event on Friday September 30 or for more information please visit:  www.rmit.edu.au/eleceng/bioeng

 RMIT Folio Preparation and Career Discovery courses in Term 3 holidays – apply now!

 These courses may also help students decide the best design area for them if they are uncertain about their future study direction.

Career Discovery courses are specifically designed for Year 11 and 12 students to give insight into a particular design industry, the study options available and the selection procedures. Students will experience projects and exercises particular to a design area in a typical studio or workshop setting.

Courses will be offered in the following areas:

• Advertising                                                                                         Building Design and Drawing
• Graphic Design                                                                                  Interior decoration
• 3D Product Design                                                                           Visual merchandising
• AutoCAD

Many of these courses are offered in the Term 3 holidays.  Apply now to avoid missing out.

For more information or to enrol, please go to www.shortcourses.rmit.edu.au or phone 03 9925 8111.

 

RMIT Register now for the Public Relations Careers Day

Audience: Year 11 and 12 students

 Places are still available for the Public Relations Careers Day on Saturday 10 September 2011.

 We recommend anyone considering public relations as a career to attend this event. It will provide a realistic, up-to-date overview of the industry and employment opportunities. Leading industry practitioners and RMIT academic staff will deliver presentations on industry practice, future developments and RMIT study options.

 For more information or to register visit www.shortcourses.rmit.edu.au

 RMIT Flight Training Open Day

Audience: Year 12 students

Visit the RMIT Flight Training Open day to view the facilities and fleet of modern aircraft.

Date:                     Sunday 11 September 2011

Time:                    10 am – 4 pm (last entry at 3 pm)

Location:             RAAF Williams Base -      Point Cook Airfield  -       Williams Rd, Point Cook

Training as a professional pilot in the competitive field of aviation can lead to a satisfying and well paid career.   RMIT offers a Diploma of Air Transport (Airline Pilot) that will provide students with the flight training necessary to obtain a full commercial pilot’s license as well as the theory component for an Instrumental Rating and an Air Transport Pilot’s License. Students may be eligible to apply for VET Fee Help which allows them to study now and pay later.

Contact: RMIT Flight Training Tel. 03 9394 9999 Email: flight.training@rmit.edu.au

 

CAREERS WITH VICTORIA POLICE AND THE PROTECTIVE SERVICES UNIT

Victoria Police have a campaign to recruit hundreds of police and Protective Services Officers over the next three years.   Opportunities offered by Victoria Police are well known, but not PSO’s.

Vetassess has published a PSO brochure, in addition to the Victoria Police brochure, to promote a greater understanding of the role and career structure of PSO’s.

Police brochure: http://www.vetassess.com.au/download/victoria_police/PoliceInfoBrochure.pdf PSO brochure: http://www.vetassess.com.au/download/victoria_police/PSOInfoBrochure.pdf. NOTE: Many applicants fail the fitness requirements, so prepare.  See: www.policecareer.vic.gov.au.

 

FORENSIC SCIENCE – The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine has a careers afternoon for Year 10-12s.

When: 12.30pm, Fri 30 Sept

Where: Institute Lecture Theatre, Coronial Services Centre, 57-83 Kavanagh St Southbank    

Registration: www.vifm.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Careers-Day-Registration-Form.pdf

 

KEEPER FOR A DAY – Werribee Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary have a Keeper for a Day holiday program for students wanting to work with animals; see www.zoo.org.au/Learning/Camps-Holidays.

 VICTORIAN UNIVERSITY -  GAMES DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM – Victoria Uni offers a school holiday program in games development for Year 10-12 students who may be considering a career in games development or the broader digital media industry. Get the opportunity to learn some key industry standards and use some 3D computer graphics software packages. Info: 9919 1932 or email ci_shortcourses@vu.edu.au

 VICTORIA UNIVERSITY - MULTIMEDIA PORTFOLIO PREPARATION COURSES – Victoria Uni offers portfolio prep courses designed to prepare students for a higher success rate when applying for certificate and advanced diploma courses in visual art, graphic design, games development and digital media. Info: 9919 1932 or email ci_shortcourses@vu.edu.au

 VICTORIA UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL OPEN DAY – The Law School is based in the historic Queen St campus, corner Queen and Little La Trobe St’s, in the heart of the legal district of Melbourne. The VLS open day will include tours, a mock ‘moot’ in the moot court room, the law library, talk with staff, career options, work placement programs and volunteer opportunities. When: 12noon-2pm, Sun 25 Sept; Register to attend: Ashley.sievwright@vu.edu.au.

  

DISCOVER DEAKIN – this is a program for parents/students considering option; get an overview, do a tour.

When: All Tues 27 September 2011

Melbourne 6-8pm, Geelong 11am-1pm; Geelong Waterfront 6-8pm; Warrnambool 11am-1pm;

Registration  www.deakin.edu.au/future-students/campus-toiurs/discover.php

 

LA TROBE UNIVERSITY – ‘Talk and Tour’ gives secondary students/parents a chance to get to know La Trobe, its courses/facilities, and talk with staff/students.

When: 9.30am – 12 noon, 27 Sept (Bendigo) and 28 Sept (Melb).

Registration: www.latrobe.edu.au/talkandtour;

 Info: 1300 135 045.  

 SWINBURNE – Join ‘Walk n’ Talk’ to meet current students, view facilities, speak to future lecturers and see what studying at Swinburne is really like.

When: 10am-1pm, Wed 28 Sept

Where: Hawthorn

Info: www.future.swinburne.edu.au/events

 

APPLYING FOR THE VCA – Videos about courses and the selection process for B. Fine Arts are on the VCA website under “Course Overview” for each course. Eg the one on Film and TV is at: www.vca.unimelb.edu.au/bfaftv/course_overview. Applicants for this and other B. Fine Arts specialisations will find the videos useful (make sure you meet the Supplementary Application Form deadlines – see page 474 of VTAC Guide).

 

Young Endeavour Australia's national sail training ship Young Endeavour is now accepting applications for youth to join eleven day voyages departing between January and June 2012. Young Australians aged 16 to 23 can apply for the ballot at www.youngendeavour.gov.au until 30 September 2011. No sailing experience is required.  A voyage in Young Endeavour is an amazing experience and a unique opportunity for youth to develop teamwork and leadership skills through a world recognised organisation. The current ballot includes voyages along the eastern coast of Australia, which will be crewed by youth from around the country. For more information please visit www.youngendeavour.gov.au, or contact our office to obtain posters for your school. You are welcome to include this information in your school newsletter or website.