Empowering Futures

At Mary MacKillop College, our Learning for Life Career Development and Education Program is designed to empower young women with the confidence, skills and experiences needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

Through a blend of academic challenge, vocational opportunities and real-world experiences, students are supported to make informed decisions and prepare for life beyond school.

Academic Acceleration

For students with a passion for learning, we offer opportunities to extend and accelerate their studies at both the SACE and tertiary level.

SACE Subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Humanities
  • Visual Art and Design
  • Specialist Dance
  • Languages
  • Workplace Practices (Elite Sport)

Tertiary Programs:

  • Adelaide University HeadStart
  • UniSA Accelerate
  • Flinders University Extension Studies

Academic Acceleration pathways provide high-performing students with rigorous and engaging learning experiences that align with their strengths and future aspirations.

Parent and Industry Partnerships

We value strong partnerships with families and industry. These connections ensure our students receive timely, relevant insights and support as they explore and prepare for future career pathways, whether they’re headed toward university, vocational studies or direct employment.

Our approach is personalised to match each student’s interests, strengths and ambitions.

VET and Microcredentials

We offer a wide range of Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses and microcredentials, supporting students to connect curriculum-based learning with hands-on, practical applications.

These Nationally Accredited courses contribute to both SACE completion and post-school employment or further study.

2024–2025 VET Courses Offered:

  • Animal Studies
  • Assistant Dance Teaching
  • Basic Health Care
  • Business
  • Cookery
  • Dance
  • Early Childhood Education & Care
  • Fashion
  • First Aid
  • Fitness
  • Hospitality
  • Individual Support
  • Make-Up
  • Retail
  • Retail Cosmetics
  • Screen Media
  • Skills for Work & Vocational Pathways
  • Veterinary Nursing