Careers Tasters - Apply Now!
Explore Your Future with Career Tasters.
Are you going into Year 10 in 2026 and curious about what career is right for you? Career Tasters are short, hands-on experiences designed to help Year 10 students explore vocational pathways and discover what inspires them.
A Taste of Your Future
Whether you're curious about health support, beauty, construction or another trade, Career Tasters offer a practical glimpse into real-world skills and industries.
Career Tasters aim to give students an opportunity to experience a range of industries, allowing them to make an informed decision across their senior schooling years and beyond.
Hands On Experiences for Informed Choices
Each Career Taster runs over five days and the structure includes introductory activities focused on safety and career awareness, followed by immersive, hands on activities and projects that explore different vocational areas. This format allows students to engage with multiple industries, broadening their understanding of career pathways and helping them make more informed decisions about future study and employment.
Designed for students in Year 10 across Central Queensland who are interested in exploring vocational pathways.
The program is non-accredited, meaning it does not lead to a formal qualification. Instead it offers valuable hands-on experience and practical exposure to real-world skills that students may not otherwise access during high school.
Students who complete a Career Taster will receive a Certificate of Participation acknowledging their involvement and the skills explored.
Participants can take part in up to two different Tasters, gaining exposure to a variety of industries and hands-on experiences.
NACC180276 - Career Taster: Health and Support Practices
Start Date: 27 July 2026
Applications Open Now
Explore the fundamentals of healthcare and personal support through realistic simulations and clinical skill-building activities. Students will gain experience in areas such as infection control, hygiene care, patient movement, and nutrition planning. This program is ideal for students interested in aged care, disability support, health services, and community care careers.
NACC180281 - Career Taster: Heavy Vehicle Systems and Diagnostics
Start Date: 6 July 2026
Applications Open Now
Students will investigate the inner workings of automotive systems, including engine components, electrical diagnostics, and fault-finding techniques. Through practical activities, participants will develop problem-solving and analytical skills relevant to careers such as diesel fitting, automotive mechanics, auto electrical work, heavy vehicle maintenance, agricultural machinery, and defence logistics.
NACC180277 - Career Taster: Early Years and Education Support
Start Date: 6 July 2026
Applications Open Now
This taster introduces students to careers in childcare and education support through lesson planning, classroom simulations, observation writing, and role-play activities. Participants will explore child development, behaviour management, communication, and inclusive education practices.
NACC180282 - Career Taster: Hair and Beauty Skills
Start Date: 17 Aug 2026
Applications 29 June 2026
Discover the creative world of personal services through hands-on experiences in hair styling, braiding, blow-drying, and makeup application. Students will also participate in photography and design activities while learning about client service, creativity, and presentation skills relevant to careers in hairdressing, beauty therapy, and retail cosmetics.
