By Lucy Pound

In 2010 I joined VET because I wanted to get into the tourism industry. I went to TAFE and worked towards gaining a Certificate II in Tourism. I worked in travel agents and undertook office duties whilst learning about how a travel agency operated. At the end of the year once I had finished my certificate, I made the decision to move to business where I completed my Certificate I in Business Services.

In Year 12 I completed my Business Services Certificate II while doing work experience at Professionals North Shore Real Estate where I undertook office duties. Whilst there, I was asked if I would like
to help out in a ‘one off’ full time job opportunity to provide cover for the receptionist during the school holidays. I really enjoyed the experience working full-time. I am now completing my Certificate IV in Business and Management at Central Tafe. This opportunity came about as I had completed my Certificate II. Once I have completed this course I would like to start the Diploma in Business and then go on to university where I would like to obtain a degree in teaching.