Schools Doing Great Things

Hampton Park Secondary College Launches State-of-the-Art Health Simulation Room

IVET Group — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 23:58:04 GMT

Equipping students for real-world healthcare careers through hands-on VET training

Hampton Park Secondary College in Victoria has officially opened its brand-new Health Simulation Room — a purpose-built facility designed to give students in the VCE VET Health Services program access to hands-on, industry-relevant training in a professional, hospital-grade environment.

From Sports Academy to VET Success: How Patterson River SC Turned Passion into Pathways

IVET Group — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:44:41 GMT

When Ando Allan launched the EXCEL Sport program at Patterson River Secondary College in 2017, it began as a one-year sports academy for Year 7 students. Fast-forward seven years, and it’s now a thriving four-year program that blends athletic development with vocational education — and it’s one of the school’s biggest drawcards.

Cultivating Compassion: How Active Volunteering Program Changes Lives

IVET Group — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:08:10 GMT

Amidst the serene landscapes of Bayside Christian College in Langwarrin South, something truly remarkable is unfolding. Beyond the classrooms and textbooks, students are engaging in hands-on learning experiences that are shaping them into compassionate, community-minded individuals. At the heart of this transformation is the Active Volunteering program, led by Ken Berry, a dedicated VET teacher who believes in the power of giving back.