Careers

At Irrawang High School, we believe in empowering our students to discover their passions and plan a successful future. Our Careers page is your go-to resource for exploring pathways, learning about different professions, and preparing for life beyond school.

A wealth of career information for students and parents/carers is available on our career website www.irrawanghighschoolcareers.com. Students can create an online account where they can login and source information needed when applying for a job including: writing a resume and cover letter, and even information on what to wear to an interview can be found on this useful website.

Along with weekly Year 10 Career Education lessons, a wide range of services and programs are available for our students, including:

The Pathways Program

The Inaugural Irrawang Pathways Program commenced in Term 3 2025 and was designed to help students achieve an individual pathway to employment. Underpinning this approach is the belief that each student has a unique set of interests. The program was designed in consultation with employers and Career and Transition staff to support students to gain employment.

With a focus on employability skills, students are required to engage in Work Experience, Work Studies, TAFE, School Based Apprencticeships and Traineeships or work.

For more information please contact the school on 4987 4687.

Vocational Education & Training

Vocational Education and Training (VET) provides workplace skills, technical knowledge, and qualifications for rewarding jobs and careers. VET is the practical education option with courses designed by industry experts that combine work-ready skills with the latest knowledge.

Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding within these competencies:

The Vocational Education and Training courses on offer for seniors at Irrawang High School are:

Each course is dual accredited with accreditation by both the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and the Australian Skills Quality Council (ASQC). These arrangements mean that training is nationally recognised.

The courses are described in competency-based terms, meeting industry training requirements.  They prepare students for employment and are also designed to lead (through credit transfer) into a range of post-school education and training options.  Each course has a mandatory workplace learning component.  Students are required to complete a minimum of 70 hours of work placement completed in two one-week blocks.  Other courses that offer workplace opportunities for students include Transition Education for Students with Disabilities, Students at Risk and Career Education.

Students who are interested in researching or preparing themselves for entry into other vocations, can do so through 2 Unit Work Studies.

Immersion Visit to HMAS Kuttabul

Careers Advisor Mr Tonks accompanied students interested in pursuing a future in the Australian Defence Force — particularly the Navy, on a tour of HMAS Kuttabul, gaining valuable insight into Navy life, training pathways, and the wide range of career opportunities available.

This hands-on excursion helped our students explore real-world options beyond the classroom and deepen their understanding of what a career in the Defence Force could look like.

Speed Careers

This Year 10 annual program allows students an insight into many career path opportunities available.

White Card Training

This is an essential qualification for anyone wishing to enter a construction site or pursue a career in the building and construction industry.

This nationally recognised certification equips students with the knowledge and skills to work safely, understand construction hazards, and follow industry standards.

The White Card course is held four times a year at IHS.

University Roadshows

Representatives from leading universities present information, answer questions, and guide Year 12 students as they consider their post-school futures.