Managed Individual Pathways MIPS
Managed Individual Pathways MIPS is a Victorian State Government initiative delivered by WCIG in participating Secondary School’s in Melbourne’s West. A comprehensive careers support service for students aged 15 years and above, the program provides practical guidance and support to young people making the transition from education into training and employment.
- Giving students a clear understanding of the opportunities that education, training and employment can bring
- Assisting students in making the transition from school to further education training or employment
- Initiating referrals to support services in and out of school if required
- Tracking and supporting students once they finish their secondary schooling
Jason's Pathway
Jason was considered a ‘troubled’ student. He was disruptive in class, aggressive towards staff and other students and was totally disengaged from his education. At Jason’s initial meeting with his MIPs case worker, it was quickly established that Jason’s only interest in school was the woodwork class; in fact it was the only class he regularly attended. Keen to explore this interest, Jason and his MIPs liaison attended an information session at Victoria University to learn about a Certificate ll in Building and Construction. Jason returned...
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