Our Programs

SCISCO offers varied programs to suit all our clients

Youth Pathways
is a voluntary program designed to assist 13-19 year olds, facing multiple barriers, remain at school, explore options and set personal goals through one on one case management. It aims to help young people make a successful transition to complete Year 12 or its equivalent and ultimately to further education, training and active participation in the community.
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Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) program
This program gives current secondary students the opportunity to gain workplace experience and provides students with a broad understanding of the world of work to complement their VET in Schools programs.  Participation provides young people with a competitive edge in career development through experience in the workplace. SWL develops a range of knowledge, skills and attributes relevant to a wide range of work environments.
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Adopt-A-School Program
Adopt-A-School aims to develop effective partnerships between schools and local businesses to benefit schools, industry and business.

A typical Adopt-A-School project is set within a particular industry, runs to a project plan, is hands on for participants and creates a greater understanding of potential careers.
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Career & Transition Support Program
The program’s primary role is to facilitate delivery of enhanced career & transition support to young people aged 13-19 years which compliment existing programs and services on the Gold Coast. The program provides support and resources to schools, parents, employers and community agencies and aims to assist all young people to make a smooth transition from school to training, employment or further study.
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Plan-It Youth Mentoring Program
Using trained volunteer mentors, this program is available to local high schools and is designed to encourage and assist young people to plan their careers and remained engaged in learning and training.

Mentoring is the development of a one-to-one relationship where sharing and learning can occur between the mentor and the young person.
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School Based New Apprenticeships Program (SATS)
SCISCO’s partnership with Gold Coast secondary schools and businesses provides the perfect opportunity to link students with traineeship and apprenticeship opportunities.
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