Supporting Your Future Beyond School
Each student’s journey after high school is unique, and at Springfield Central SHS, we aim to support students in exploring a wide range of opportunities to help them make informed decisions about their future.
This page provides valuable resources related to:
Career decisions
ATAR and QTAC (Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre)
Alternative entry pathways
Future job trends
Subject selection guidance
Life skills and community support
Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
The ATAR is the primary mechanism used nationally for tertiary admissions and indicates a student's position relative to other students. Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) calculates ATARs for Queensland school leavers.
Springfield Central SHS supports ATAR students through:
High-quality teaching and learning
Our Highway to Success coaching program for every ATAR pathway student
Structured ATAR preparation, including mock external exams
Additional educational support, such as Go4Gold tutoring after school hours
🔗 For more information, visit the QTAC website on ATAR.
Career Information & Resources
Our school subscribes to Options Career Information, providing up-to-date career insights for parents and students. The Options App is available via:
📌 How to access: Download the app and use the school’s unique access code (sent via school email) to log in.
Career Bulletins & Handouts
New Career Information Bulletins are released fortnightly during school terms. These cover:
Announcements & Career Exploration
Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Australian Defence Force Careers
Employment & Labour Market Trends
Financial Assistance & Scholarships
Gap Year Programs
University Open Days & Expos
TAFE & Private Provider Updates
Study Skills & Wellbeing
Year 12 Pathway Options
Handouts Available:
Choosing subjects for Years 11 & 12
Applying to QTAC
Understanding ATAR
Post-Year 12 Options
Alternative Entry Pathways & VET Qualifications
TAFE Queensland Courses
Early Admission Entry for Tertiary Education
Pathways to Medicine
Time Management Strategies
📌 QTAC Handbooks provide detailed information on applying to university and TAFE courses, including subject prerequisites and selection ranks. Access them here.
Career & Life Resources
🔹 Job Jumpstart – Resources and activities to explore job options.
🔹 MyFuture – Tools to help explore career pathways and build self-awareness.
🔹 Your Career – Government career planning and school-leaver support.
🔹 We the Differents – High school guidance and life advice.
🔹 Jobs Queensland – Insights on future job skills and career trends.
📌 Need more help? Speak to your careers advisor or relevant school department for personalised guidance.
At Springfield Central SHS, we are here to empower students with knowledge, opportunities, and support to help them confidently take their next steps!