Nova Pioneer Midrand connects learners with universities and employers

Career expos bridge the gap between high school and the workforce by centralising tertiary education options, funding information, and industry networking into a single location.

They shift career planning from abstract classroom concepts into tangible realities. These events give learners immediate access to professional mentorship, emerging industry trends, and hidden academic pathways they might not have discovered on their own.

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To this end, hundreds of learners from Nova Pioneer schools and schools across Midrand gathered at Nova Pioneer Midrand Secondary Campus on June 25 for a career expo aimed at helping young people explore study options, career pathways, and future employment opportunities.

The event brought together tertiary institutions, private colleges and companies, giving learners direct access to information about courses, admission requirements, and career prospects.

The expo forms part of Nova Pioneer’s Post-School Success programme, which is designed to help learners make informed decisions about their futures beyond the classroom.

Nova Pioneer Midrand Secondary campus senior English teacher Michael Webster said the event was created to expose learners to a wide range of opportunities and make career planning more accessible.

“Today, we are hosting a career expo for several schools. We are not only hosting learners from Nova Pioneer campuses in the Midrand area, but also learners from neighbouring schools such as Midrand Christian College and Noordwyk High School,” said Webster.

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He added that representatives from various institutions, including universities and colleges, were invited to engage directly with learners and provide guidance on different career fields.

“The purpose of the event is an extension of our Post-School Success programme.

Every week, learners take part in sessions where they explore their career interests and map out pathways to achieve their goals. By bringing these institutions together in one space, learners can learn about available programmes, entry requirements and the steps they need to take to pursue their chosen careers.”

Webster said career planning can often seem overwhelming for young people, and the expo helps make information more accessible. “Events like these help bring what can sometimes be intimidating information closer to our learners, making it easier for them to pursue their dreams and future ambitions.”

Among the attendees was Nova Pioneer Midrand Secondary learner Grace Mutengwe, who said the expo provided valuable guidance for learners who are still deciding on their future studies and careers.

“We have private institutions, public institutions, and companies here today. The expo is important because it helps students who are unsure about which institution to choose. It gives them clearer information to help them make decisions,” she said.

Mutengwe added that interactions with company representatives also helped learners understand the opportunities available after completing their studies.

“I think it motivates learners because they can see what different companies offer and what career opportunities may be available to them after university.”

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