Year 10
Preparing for senior secondary pathways
Year 10 to 11 Transition
The transition from Year 10 to Year 11 is a significant milestone in every student's educational journey. At Coombabah State High School, we provide comprehensive support to ensure students make informed decisions about their senior secondary pathway.
Student Led Conference - SET Plan Interview
As part of the Year 10 to Year 11 transition, students participate in a Senior Education and Training (SET) Plan interview. In Term 2, students complete a career investigation and the Short Course in Career Education through their Year 10 Humanities class. This learning helps them explore their strengths, interests, and goals, and prepares them to make informed decisions about senior subject pathways.
The process culminates in a one-on-one SET Plan interview with a teacher or senior staff member, where students map out their pathway for Years 11 and 12 and beyond. Parents/carers are encouraged to attend, ensuring a shared understanding of each student's future direction.
What is a SET Plan?
A Senior Education and Training (SET) Plan is a personalised planning tool that helps students identify their goals and create a pathway to achieve them. It considers academic strengths, career aspirations, and post-school options including tertiary study, vocational training, and employment.
The SET Plan Process
1
Career Investigation (Term 2)
Students complete career exploration activities in Year 10 Humanities class, researching career pathways and tertiary options.
2
Short Course in Career Education
Students develop skills in self-reflection, goal setting, and understanding subject prerequisites for their desired pathways.
3
Subject Selection
Using the Subject Selection Guide, students choose their Year 11 and 12 subjects based on their goals and interests.
4
SET Plan Interview
One-on-one interview with teacher or senior staff member to finalise subject selections and pathway planning. Parents/carers encouraged to attend.
Useful Links
The following resources provide valuable information about senior subjects, tertiary pathways, and QCE requirements:
Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA)
Comprehensive information about all senior subjects, syllabus documents, and assessment requirements.
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)
Subject selection advice, tertiary prerequisites, and information about university and TAFE pathways.
MyQCE Student Portal
Students can access their learning account, track progress toward QCE, and view assessment results.
Information for Parents and Carers
Parent and carer involvement is crucial during the subject selection process. We encourage you to:
- Attend the SET Plan interview with your child
- Review the Subject Selection Guide together
- Discuss your child's interests, strengths, and career goals
- Research tertiary prerequisites for courses of interest
- Consider workload balance across subjects
- Contact the school if you have questions or concerns
Need Help?
If you have questions about subject selection or senior pathways, please contact:
Head of Senior Schooling
Phone: (07) 5552 3888
Email: admin@coombabashs.eq.edu.au
Important Dates
| Term | Activity |
|---|
| Term 2 | Career Investigation and Short Course in Career Education (Humanities class) |
| Term 2 | Subject Selection Guide released to students and families |
| Term 2-3 | SET Plan interviews conducted with students and parents/carers |
| Term 3 | Final subject selections confirmed |
Specific dates will be communicated to families via school newsletter and student notices.