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Career Connect

Connecting young people aged 16 - 20 with employment, education and training.


Students leaving school are looking for different things. Whether that’s education, training, or employment, we offer support to help you transition.

Although you may not know what you want to do, there are plenty of opportunities out there. It can be hard to find them, which is why we’ve worked hard to find convenient ways to connect you with the resources and opportunities. This way, we can find the path that’s right for you.

You might be a hands-on individual looking for a chance to dig in and learn what it takes through work experience.

Perhaps you don’t know where to start when it comes to building your resume.

Maybe you’re not sure what to look for in a job search.

Discover how Mid Coast Connect can help.

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School Leaver Support Program

The School Leaver Support program is a career planning and work readiness program for young people, helping students who have left school but haven't started work yet. The program focuses on providing individual case management, support, and group activities through the Regional VET Pathways Initiative. 

Mid Coast Connect Assisting in further education and training for young people and parents and employers

Funded by the NSW Department of Industry, Skills and Regional Development, the program supports leavers by offering support for education, training, and employment. Including: 

  • Career assessments: Find out about your potential career pathways
  • Transition plans: Develop a plan to successfully transition from school to career
  • Individual mentoring: Work with a mentor, one-on-one, to get advice and support with your transition
  • Job search support: Learn where and how to look for the right jobs for you
  • Access and opportunity: Discover resources, programs, and access to training and education specific to your pathway 
  • Experience support: Find out about how to gain the necessary experience and skills for specific careers, including traineeships, apprenticeships, and work experience 
  • Referrals: Find support and referrals to other support agencies to fit your needs.


Candidates for the School Leaver Support Program must be:

  • 15-19 years old
  • Residents of the mid-north coast region (Nambucca to Great Lakes)
  • Not currently enrolled in school, post-school education, training or employment
  • Not currently participating in any Commonwealth program supporting youth transitions into employment.


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Work Placement

Work Placement

Work placement opportunities present students and young people with the chance to gain the first-hand experience in the workplace that will prepare them for future employment. Mid Coast Connect sources work placements from our supportive host employers and works with schools and TAFE to match students with appropriate work placement opportunities.

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Workshops & Events

Workshops & Events

Our free career and work readiness workshops are available to help you gain the skills and resources to obtain employment, such as resume writing and interview skills. We also host career markets and events, so you can discover a wide range of options and pathways for you that you may have never considered before.  

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If you've just left school and unsure of what step to take next, get in touch with us to explore your options. 

Free advice, no pressure, no obligations. 

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  • PO Box 1064, PORT MACQUARIE NSW 2444
  • 02 6583 5910
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