What can I be after school?

Clinical and allied-health roles, mental-health support and personal care.

Aged-care workerProvide personal care, social support and basic clinical assistance to older Australians in home, community and residential settings.ANZSCO 4231 - skill level 4→Allied health assistantAssist allied health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists) with treatment delivery and equipment management.ANZSCO 4233 - skill level 4→CounsellorHelp individuals, couples and families work through emotional, relational and behavioural challenges.ANZSCO 2721 - skill level 1→DentistDiagnose, prevent and treat oral diseases and injuries in private practice and public dental services.ANZSCO 2523 - skill level 1→Disability support workerSupport people with disability to live, work and participate in the community under NDIS-funded plans.ANZSCO 4231 - skill level 4→Enrolled nurseDeliver hands-on patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, primarily in hospital and aged-care settings.ANZSCO 4114 - skill level 2→General practitionerDiagnose and manage a wide range of conditions in primary care, refer to specialists and coordinate ongoing health management.ANZSCO 2531 - skill level 1→Mental-health workerProvide community-based mental-health support, including outreach, residential rehabilitation and peer support.ANZSCO 4117 - skill level 2→MidwifeProvide care during pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period in hospital, community and home settings.ANZSCO 2541 - skill level 1→Occupational therapistHelp people of all ages participate in everyday activities after injury, illness or disability.ANZSCO 2524 - skill level 1→ParamedicProvide on-scene emergency care and transport patients to hospital.ANZSCO 4111 - skill level 2→Personal care assistantProvide direct personal care to clients in residential aged care, hospital wards and community settings.ANZSCO 4233 - skill level 4→PharmacistDispense medications, provide consumer advice and review medication regimens in community and hospital settings.ANZSCO 2515 - skill level 1→PhysiotherapistAssess and treat physical movement and pain disorders through exercise, manual therapy and education.ANZSCO 2525 - skill level 1→PsychologistAssess and treat mental-health and behavioural conditions through evidence-based therapy.ANZSCO 2723 - skill level 1→Registered nurseProvide nursing care for patients in hospital, community and aged-care settings under AHPRA registration.ANZSCO 2544 - skill level 1→Speech pathologistAssess and treat communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan.ANZSCO 2527 - skill level 1→Veterinary nurseAssist veterinarians with clinical procedures, animal handling and client communication in veterinary practices.ANZSCO 3613 - skill level 3→

Designing, building and maintaining the physical world. Mix of degree and apprenticeship.

Aerospace engineerDesign, test and maintain aircraft, satellites and related propulsion and control systems.ANZSCO 2339 - skill level 1→Automotive mechanicDiagnose, service and repair cars and light commercial vehicles.ANZSCO 3212 - skill level 3→Biomedical engineerApply engineering principles to medical devices, diagnostics and bioinformatics.ANZSCO 2339 - skill level 1→BoilermakerFabricate and repair heavy steel structures, pressure vessels and tanks for mining, energy and manufacturing.ANZSCO 3223 - skill level 3→BricklayerLay bricks, blocks and stone to construct walls, partitions and other masonry structures.ANZSCO 3311 - skill level 3→Cabinet makerDesign and construct fitted cabinetry, kitchens and built-in furniture from timber, board and stone composites.ANZSCO 3941 - skill level 3→CarpenterConstruct, install and repair structural and finishing timber components in residential and commercial buildings.ANZSCO 3312 - skill level 3→Chemical engineerDesign and operate the processes that produce chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, fuels and materials.ANZSCO 2331 - skill level 1→Civil engineerDesign, deliver and maintain the built environment, from buildings and bridges to roads, rail and water infrastructure.ANZSCO 2332 - skill level 1→ConcreterPlace, finish and cure concrete for slabs, footings, driveways and structural members.ANZSCO 8212 - skill level 5→Diesel mechanicService and repair diesel-powered trucks, buses, plant and earth-moving equipment.ANZSCO 3212 - skill level 3→Electrical engineerDesign and oversee electrical power, control and electronic systems for industry, infrastructure and consumer products.ANZSCO 2333 - skill level 1→ElectricianInstall, repair and maintain electrical wiring, fittings, switchboards and motors in domestic, commercial and industrial settings.ANZSCO 3411 - skill level 3→Fitter and turnerManufacture, assemble and maintain mechanical components on lathes, mills and CNC machines.ANZSCO 3232 - skill level 3→Mechanical engineerDesign and analyse mechanical systems across manufacturing, energy, defence and transport.ANZSCO 2335 - skill level 1→Mining engineerPlan and oversee the extraction of minerals from open-cut, underground and surface mining operations.ANZSCO 2336 - skill level 1→Painter and decoratorPrepare surfaces and apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and decorative finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.ANZSCO 3322 - skill level 3→PlumberInstall and maintain water, sanitary, drainage, gas-fitting, roofing and mechanical services.ANZSCO 3341 - skill level 3→Refrigeration and air-conditioning technicianInstall, service and repair refrigeration and air-conditioning plant in domestic, commercial and industrial settings.ANZSCO 3421 - skill level 3→Roof tilerInstall terracotta, concrete and metal roof tiles plus flashings and ridge cappings.ANZSCO 3333 - skill level 3→Wall and floor tilerPrepare and lay ceramic, stone and similar tiles to walls, floors and wet areas.ANZSCO 3334 - skill level 3→WelderJoin metal components using manual and automated welding processes across construction, mining and manufacturing.ANZSCO 3223 - skill level 3→

Numbers, deals and operations. Strong combined uni and TAFE pathways.

AccountantPrepare and audit financial statements, manage tax obligations and advise clients on business performance.ANZSCO 2211 - skill level 1→ActuaryUse mathematical and statistical models to price insurance, manage superannuation and quantify financial risk.ANZSCO 2241 - skill level 1→Administration officerSupport the day-to-day operations of an office through scheduling, document management and customer service.ANZSCO 5311 - skill level 4→AuditorExamine financial records and internal controls to provide independent assurance to investors and regulators.ANZSCO 2212 - skill level 1→BookkeeperMaintain day-to-day financial records, process payroll and lodge BAS for small and medium businesses.ANZSCO 5512 - skill level 3→Digital marketing specialistPlan, deliver and measure paid search, paid social and content campaigns to acquire customers online.ANZSCO 2251 - skill level 1→EconomistResearch and advise on policy and business decisions through quantitative economic analysis.ANZSCO 2243 - skill level 1→Financial analystAnalyse financial data, forecast performance and recommend investment or strategic decisions.ANZSCO 2223 - skill level 1→Human resources officerSupport recruitment, onboarding, performance, payroll and employee-relations practices.ANZSCO 2231 - skill level 1→Logistics coordinatorPlan and coordinate freight, warehousing and supply-chain activities.ANZSCO 5111 - skill level 2→Management consultantAdvise organisations on strategy, operations and transformation across industries.ANZSCO 2247 - skill level 1→Marketing officerPlan and execute marketing campaigns across digital, print and event channels.ANZSCO 2251 - skill level 1→Office managerCoordinate office services, supplier contracts and administrative staff.ANZSCO 5121 - skill level 2→Operations managerOversee the delivery of products and services, balancing quality, cost and safety.ANZSCO 1399 - skill level 1→Project officerSupport project managers with planning, scheduling, reporting and stakeholder coordination.ANZSCO 5111 - skill level 2→Retail managerOversee the day-to-day operations of a retail store, from staffing and roster through to stock and merchandising.ANZSCO 1421 - skill level 2→Small business ownerRun a business as a sole trader or director, taking responsibility for finance, marketing, operations and people.ANZSCO 1399 - skill level 1→

Teaching, social work and community services.

Case managerPlan and coordinate complex client support across child protection, NDIS, mental-health and housing settings.ANZSCO 2726 - skill level 1→Child care workerCare for and supervise children in long day care, family day care and outside-school-hours settings.ANZSCO 4211 - skill level 3→Community services workerSupport people experiencing disadvantage through case management, group programmes and advocacy.ANZSCO 4117 - skill level 2→Early-childhood teacherPlan and deliver learning programmes for children before they start formal schooling.ANZSCO 2411 - skill level 1→Education assistantSupport classroom teachers with literacy, numeracy and behaviour interventions and assist students with additional needs.ANZSCO 4221 - skill level 4→Primary teacherPlan and deliver curriculum-aligned teaching in primary schools from Foundation to Year 6.ANZSCO 2412 - skill level 1→Secondary teacherTeach Year 7 to Year 12 students in one or two specialist methods, including HSC, VCE and QCE.ANZSCO 2414 - skill level 1→Social workerSupport individuals, families and communities through child protection, mental-health, hospital and community-services roles.ANZSCO 2725 - skill level 1→Vocational trainer and assessorDeliver and assess accredited training in TAFE, RTO and workplace settings.ANZSCO 2422 - skill level 1→Youth workerSupport young people aged 12 to 25 through community programmes, outreach and case work.ANZSCO 4117 - skill level 2→

Design, performance, screen, music and writing.

ActorPerform in theatre, television, film and commercial roles.ANZSCO 2111 - skill level 1→ArchitectDesign buildings and oversee their construction in line with building codes and client needs.ANZSCO 2321 - skill level 1→Fashion designerDesign garments and accessories for fashion houses, retailers and independent labels.ANZSCO 2323 - skill level 1→Film and video editorEdit footage and audio for film, television, advertising and online content.ANZSCO 2123 - skill level 1→Graphic designerDesign brand identity, print and digital communications for agencies and in-house teams.ANZSCO 2324 - skill level 1→Industrial designerDesign physical products, from consumer electronics and furniture to medical devices.ANZSCO 2323 - skill level 1→Interior designerDesign interior spaces for residential, retail, hospitality and commercial fit-outs.ANZSCO 2325 - skill level 2→JournalistResearch, write and produce news, features and analysis across print, digital, audio and video.ANZSCO 2124 - skill level 1→MusicianPerform, compose, arrange or record music as a profession.ANZSCO 2112 - skill level 1→PhotographerProduce commercial, editorial and creative photography for clients in print, screen and online media.ANZSCO 2113 - skill level 2→Sound engineerRecord, mix and master audio for live events, broadcast and post-production.ANZSCO 3995 - skill level 3→WriterProduce long-form, short-form and commercial writing for publishers, brands and government.ANZSCO 2124 - skill level 1→

Lab, field and policy work across natural and physical sciences.

BiologistStudy living organisms and their interactions with the environment in research, government and industry settings.ANZSCO 2345 - skill level 1→ChemistInvestigate the composition and properties of substances and develop new materials, formulations and processes.ANZSCO 2342 - skill level 1→Environmental scientistAssess and protect the environment through consulting, government and not-for-profit work.ANZSCO 2343 - skill level 1→GeologistMap and analyse the earth's structure for mineral exploration, energy and hazard assessment.ANZSCO 2344 - skill level 1→Marine biologistStudy marine ecosystems, fisheries and aquaculture, often within universities, CSIRO or state fisheries agencies.ANZSCO 2345 - skill level 1→PhysicistApply physical principles to research, instrumentation and industry across universities, CSIRO, ANSTO and defence.ANZSCO 2349 - skill level 1→StatisticianDesign and analyse data collection across health, government, research and industry.ANZSCO 2241 - skill level 1→

Software, data, cybersecurity and digital product roles.

Cloud engineerDesign, build and operate cloud-based infrastructure on AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.ANZSCO 2631 - skill level 1→Cyber security analystDetect, investigate and respond to security threats inside Australian organisations.ANZSCO 2621 - skill level 1→Data analystTurn data into decisions across business, government and not-for-profit organisations.ANZSCO 2241 - skill level 1→Data scientistBuild statistical and machine-learning models to drive product and operational decisions.ANZSCO 2241 - skill level 1→ICT support technicianProvide first and second-level technical support for hardware, software and network issues.ANZSCO 3131 - skill level 2→Software developerDesign, build and maintain software systems for the web, mobile and enterprise.ANZSCO 2613 - skill level 1→UX designerResearch, design and validate digital product experiences.ANZSCO 2324 - skill level 1→Web developerBuild and maintain web applications, including front-end interfaces and back-end services.ANZSCO 2612 - skill level 1→

Legal practice, policy and public administration.

BarristerAdvocate and provide specialist legal opinions, primarily in court and tribunal proceedings.ANZSCO 2711 - skill level 1→Emergency services officerCoordinate and respond to natural disasters and other emergencies across state SES, RFS and local government.ANZSCO 4412 - skill level 3→FirefighterRespond to fire, road-accident and hazardous-materials emergencies under state fire services.ANZSCO 4412 - skill level 3→Police officerMaintain public order, prevent and investigate crime and provide emergency response.ANZSCO 4413 - skill level 2→Policy officerDevelop and review government policy across federal, state and local agencies.ANZSCO 2244 - skill level 1→Security officerProtect people, premises and assets across retail, transport, events and corporate sites.ANZSCO 4422 - skill level 4→SolicitorAdvise clients on legal rights and obligations, draft contracts and represent them in dealings short of court advocacy.ANZSCO 2713 - skill level 1→

Cooking, hosting, beauty and personal-service trades.

BartenderPrepare and serve drinks in licensed venues, manage bar stock and coordinate with kitchen and floor staff.ANZSCO 4311 - skill level 4→Beauty therapistProvide facials, body treatments, makeup, nails and hair removal in salons, spas and clinics.ANZSCO 4511 - skill level 3→ChefLead commercial kitchens, from menu development through service to food safety supervision.ANZSCO 3513 - skill level 2→CookPrepare and cook food in cafes, pubs, clubs and institutional kitchens.ANZSCO 3514 - skill level 3→FloristDesign and produce floral arrangements for retail, weddings, events and corporate clients.ANZSCO 3621 - skill level 3→HairdresserCut, colour and style hair in salons, mobile services and freelance settings.ANZSCO 3911 - skill level 3→Hospitality workerProvide front-of-house service in cafes, restaurants, hotels and event venues.ANZSCO 4312 - skill level 5→

Agriculture, fisheries, forestry and mining-adjacent roles.

FarmerManage cropping, livestock and mixed farming operations across Australian regions.ANZSCO 1213 - skill level 1→GardenerMaintain residential, commercial and public gardens, parks and reserves.ANZSCO 3622 - skill level 3→Landscape gardenerDesign and install landscape features, paving, retaining walls, irrigation and planting for residential and commercial clients.ANZSCO 3622 - skill level 3→Livestock workerCare for livestock on broad-acre and mixed farms, including feeding, mustering and yard work.ANZSCO 8416 - skill level 5→Truck driverDrive rigid, heavy-rigid and multi-combination trucks moving freight, livestock and bulk loads.ANZSCO 7331 - skill level 4→