ACAP and the Law Institute of Victoria are proud to announce a new First Nations scholarship aimed at empowering and creating opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander law graduates. The First Nations scholarship covers 100 per cent of the course fees for one eligible student enrolled in ACAP’s Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice.
As a former Western Sydney high school teacher for almost two decades, Gina Saliba’s career is one of transformation, where she’s now the Associate Dean at ACAP. Gina gave an insight into her career and the challenges faced by leaders in the education sector today, the opportunities available to Australian workers in the evolving economy, and the legacy she wants to leave as a leader.
The positive impact of a correctional officer can extend beyond improving the lives of offenders; it can keep families and wider communities safe. Lewis Coluccio is an ACAP criminology graduate. Lewis provided an insight into how ACAP prepared him for the real world, where he helps change the lives of inmates at one the largest remand centres in NSW.
Growing up behind the Iron Curtain in communist Czechoslovakia during the 1970s was a disheartening period for Vlasta Gunning and her family; however, this period of her life shaped her future. Vlasta shared the story of her upbringing, her involvement in the Velvet Revolution, and how, at Navitas Skilled Futures, she now supports migrants and refugees arriving in Australia.
Against Melbourne’s multicultural landscape, ProActive legal director and senior lawyer Sean Dong stands as a pillar of support for migrants looking to build new lives in this country.
Having graduated from SAE with a qualification in audio, Dan is passionate about supporting the next generation of sound designers who are looking to build successful careers. “I really think there’s a lot of value in giving back, particularly when I’ve been fortunate enough to have that experience,” Dan shared. “Back in 2003 I had the opportunity at SAE to access Pro Tools in the studio, which at the time wasn’t available at home. I absorbed it all, and to this day I still remember writing down
ACAP alumna Tammi Miller is set to release her debut book, Paperback Therapy in Newtown on 7 March. The book offers readers a beginner’s guide to therapy before seeking out professional help. With the Australian Bureau of Statistics announcing that over one in five Australians suffer from a long-term mental health condition, Tammi’s book aims to debunk therapy while providing expert advice and support for people grappling with mental health challenges.
Credits on beloved shows like Utopia, Neighbours and Blue Heelers, while featuring alongside acclaimed actors like Jane Turner and John Wood might not fit the traditional image of a seasoned lawyer and educator with over 25 years of expertise. Yet, as the passionate Course Leader for ACAP’s Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, Adam May seamlessly blends his wealth of experience in law, education, and entertainment.
In the bustling heart of Kuwait, Shaki dared to dream differently. Brought up in a Sri Lankan family of artists, Shaki discovered his creative calling following a chance encounter with a DSLR camera during his high school years.
SAE is proud to celebrate Samson Hailu, a talented music student who has defied barriers and stereotypes. Living with cerebral palsy, Samson's journey at SAE highlights the Institute’s commitment to inclusivity and empowering individuals of all abilities.
The teaching profession is witnessing an unprecedented surge in educators leaving their roles, with their departures being attributed to soaring workloads and high expectations. Charlotte was among those teachers who pondered a career shift, who, after a period of reflection, discovered her true calling as a special education teacher. Inspired by her newfound passion for aiding students with diverse needs, Charlotte is furthering her expertise by studying the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy at ACAP.
Allegra Faery is an inspiring counselling student who has triumphed over life’s challenges to live her dream in the Northern Rivers. Allegra shared her journey from working in admin to now studying the Bachelor of Counselling and making life-long friends at the Australian College of Applied Professions in Byron Bay.
In 2018, Kamar arrived in Australia on a humanitarian visa from Syria with her husband and two children. Faced with the challenge of no knowledge of English, Kamar enrolled in the Adult Migrant English Program at Navitas Skilled Futures at Bankstown, determined to overcome her language barriers and build a brighter future for her family.
SAE Byron Bay are thrilled to announce that they have secured scholarship funding as part of the Australian Government's Destination Australia program. This significant investment will support new students with a $15,000 scholarship to study at the vibrant Byron Bay campus on Ewingsdale Road, while stimulating growth in the Northern Rivers region by enhancing educational opportunities in creative media.
ACAP Byron Bay are pleased to announce that they have secured a limited number of $15,000 scholarships as part of the Australian Government’s Destination Australia program.
Last week, Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) launched ‘The AMEP & Me’ art exhibition at the Fairfield Central Shopping Centre. The exhibition was created by NSF students to mark 75 years of the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) an initiative that supports the English language settlement needs of migrants and refugees. It also celebrated 25 years of NSF’s delivery of the AMEP, and their unwavering support and assistance to over 250,000 migrants and refugees since 1998. The AMEP, funded by the Aus
Extraordinary leaders inspire people to dream and raise the performance of those around them. ‘Wonder Woman of Leadership’ and former ELMO Software HR Group Chief, Monica Watt, is one of those rare individuals who has lived those values, leading to ‘Best Places to Work’ awards and a 2022 nomination for the ‘Courageous Leader of the Year’.
Peter Tautua is a former labourer who, after being made redundant during the COVID-19 pandemic, pursued his passion for film by studying at SAE. During his studies at SAE, Peter created Dearest Madeline, an original song and music video, which was based on his mother’s experience of domestic violence. The video has gone on to win a Sony Film Festival Award and an SAE International Award.
ACAP is proud to announce its new Master of Professional Accounting degree. This dynamic course not only equips aspiring accountants with a range of advanced knowledge and skills but does so at a time of exceptional opportunity, as the accounting profession is set to experience a 9.2 per cent growth until 2026.
On Friday 13 October, ACAP held a special unveiling of its new artwork, Tikilara – Spirit of Place. The mural, which forms as part of an Acknowledgement of Country at the entry to the new Melbourne campus, was created by Simone Thomson, a proud Woi-Wurrung Wurundjeri and Yorta-Yorta woman.
