content-left-bg.png
content-right-bg.png

SENIOR EDUCATION & TRAINING PLAN (SETP)

WebPartZone1_1
PublishingPageContent
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

* For year 10 into 11 students 

The following information is designed to lead students and their families through the preparation phases for post compulsory, or senior schooling (Year 11 & 12). ​It is important that students and supporting guardians work though the attached sequence, including all associated videos.

STEP ONE
Understand the purpose of post compulsory schooling, the minimum expectations and the requirements to be successful by the end of year 12.

Queensland Certificate of Education

All students studying post compulsory schooling, aim to achieve a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)

Key Contact –
Dedan Daniel (Head of Department – Senior Schooling)

ddani10@eq.edu.au

STEP TWO
 Understand the options and pathways available to you, as you progress through year 11 and 12.
Careers Guide Information At the beginning of term 3, all students will explore career pathways options with the assistance of the Guidance Officers, Senior Schooling Head of Department, Home Group teachers and other members of the school’s student support team. Considerations include:
- Student interests and current skill sets
- Student achievement in year 10 and subject pre-requisites
- Students motivation, work ethic and approach to schooling



STEP THREE Determine the most appropriate pathway for you.
Australian Tertiary Attainment Ranking (ATAR) Students wishing to progress to university after the completion of year 12, aim to achieve an Australian Tertiary Attainment Ranking (ATAR).

Key Contact – Dedan Daniel (Head of Department – Senior Schooling)
ddani10@eq.edu.au
School-based Apprenticeships & Traineeships (SATs)Students looking to get a head start into an apprenticeship or traineeship can combine their post compulsory schooling with an externally provided course.

Key Contact – Lana Lawn (Youth Support Coordinator - Industry Pathways)
llawn0@eq.edu.au


Work Experience Students can complete work experience while studying for their QCE, to gain valuable time & expertise in a range of work environments to add to their resume and employability.

Key Contact – Lana Lawn (Youth Support Coordinator - Industry Pathways)
llawn0@eq.edu.au


STEP FOUR
Explore subjects offered and remember that six subjects will be required.  Your selection must include a Mathematics and an English to satisfy the criteria of a QCE.
General Subjects
Applied Subjects Certificate Subjects
INFORMATION VIDEO
Click below
Accounting​
Ancient History​
Biolo​gy​
Chemistry​
Dance​
Design​
Digital Solutions​
Drama​
Engineering​
English​
Film & TV​​
Geography​
General Maths​
Japanese​
Legal Studies​
Literature​
Marine​
Mathematical Methods​
Modern History​
Music​
Physical Education​
Physics​
Psychology​
Specialist Maths​
Visual Arts​
Agricultural Practices​
Aquatic Practices​
Building & Construction​ Skills
Dance In Practice​
Engineering Skills​
Essential English​
Essential Mathematics​
​Furnishing Skills​​
Information Communication Technology​
Industrial Technology Skills​
Media Arts in Practice​
Social & Community Studies​
Sports & Recreation​
Visual Arts in Practice​

Subjects offered at Mackay Engineering College
Certificate II Automotive Vocational Preparation
Certificate II Electro-technology
Certificate II Engineering Pathways


 

STEP FIVE Confirm your post compulsory schooling intentions, by completing your Senior Education & Training Plan (SETP) on OneSchool.
Senior Education & Training Plan (SETP)All students, accompanied by a parent, will discuss and negotiate their SETP with a member of staff towards the end of term 3.  Prior to this meeting, all students are required to document their plans on the OneSchool online platform.  Time is allocated in Home Groups to begin this process, but may require conferencing and additional time at home to complete.

​Key Contact – Dedan Daniel (Head of Department – Senior Schooling) ddani10@eq.edu.au



WebPartZone1_2
WebPartZone2_1
WebPartZone2_2
WebPartZone2_3
WebPartZone3_1
WebPartZone3_2
WebPartZone3_3
WebPartZone3_4
WebPartZone4_1
WebPartZone5_1
WebPartZone5_2
WebPartZone6_1
WebPartZone6_2
WebPartZone7_1
WebPartZone7_2
WebPartZone8_1
WebPartZone8_2
WebPartZone9_1
Last reviewed 25 October 2023
Last updated 25 October 2023