Years 11 and 12

In Year 11 students enrol in a pathway and courses that best suit their interests, abilities and future academic goals.

The College runs a comprehensive course selection process to support this important decision for students and their parents.

Students can choose a pathway that matches both their goals for the future and their abilities. We pride ourselves in matching the right course to the right student, based on ability and interest. More information can be found by contacting the College or by downloading our 2025 Senior School Curriculum Handbook booklet.

Subject Selection Online

In 2025, the College will again be using Subject Selection Online (SSO). SSO is a state-of-the-art program that streamlines the course selection process for students and parents by having all relevant information available in one place.  This will be available to students and parents during the course selection periods late in Term 2 and Term 3.  Parents and students will be notified when they are able to access SSO so they are able to view curriculum handbooks, make appointments with staff and pay deposits.

Courses

John Forrest Secondary College will offer the following courses in 2025:

English:

English

English General

English Literature

English as an Additional Dialect
Mathematics:

Mathematics Applications

Mathematics Essential

Mathematics Methods

Mathematics Specialist
The Arts:

Drama

Media Production and Analysis

Visual Arts
Health and Physical Education:

Health Studies

Physical Education Studies
Science:

Biology

Chemistry

Human Biology

Physics

Psychology
Humanities and Social Sciences:

Geography

Economics

Modern History
Technologies:

Applied Information Technology

Building and Constructions

Food Science and Technology

Materials, Design and Technology (Wood)

Vocational Education and Training

John Forrest Secondary College offers an extensive range of Vocational Education and Training opportunities on our campus to unlock new pathways for all students.

Qualifications delivered by John Forrest Secondary College teachers are:

The Certificate III in Business - BSB30120 is a proposed offering for the 2025 academic year. At the time of publication, no agreements have been entered into with a Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of this qualification. On the basis of interest from students in the Certificate III in Business - BSB30120, the school will initiate a formal partnership agreement with a RTO for the delivery of the qualification.

The Certificate II in Dance - CUA20120 is a proposed offering for the 2025 academic year. At the time of publication, no agreements have been entered into with a Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of this qualification. On the basis of interest from students in the Certificate II in Dance - CUA20120, the school will initiate a formal partnership agreement with a RTO for the delivery of the qualification.

The Certificate II in Engineering Pathways - MEM20422 is a proposed offering for the 2025 academic year. At the time of publication, no agreements have been entered into with a Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of this qualification. On the basis of interest from students in the Certificate II in Engineering Pathways - MEM20422, the school will initiate a formal partnership agreement with a RTO for the delivery of the qualification.

The Certificate II in Hospitality - SIT20322 is a proposed offering for the 2025 academic year. At the time of publication, no agreements have been entered into with a Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of this qualification. On the basis of interest from students in the Certificate II in Hospitality - SIT20322, the school will initiate a formal partnership agreement with a RTO for the delivery of the qualification.

The Certificate II in Music - CUA20620 is a proposed offering for the 2025 academic year. At the time of publication, no agreements have been entered into with a Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of this qualification. On the basis of interest from students in the Certificate II in Music - CUA20620, the school will initiate a formal partnership agreement with a RTO for the delivery of the qualification.

The Certificate II in Sport and Recreation - SIS20122 is a proposed offering for the 2025 academic year. At the time of publication, no agreements have been entered into with a Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of this qualification. On the basis of interest from students in the Certificate II in Sport and Recreation - SIS20122, the school will initiate a formal partnership agreement with a RTO for the delivery of the qualification.

The Certificate II in Sport Coaching - SIS20321 is a proposed offering for the 2025 academic year. At the time of publication, no agreements have been entered into with a Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of this qualification. On the basis of interest from students in the Certificate II in Sport Coaching - SIS20321, the school will initiate a formal partnership agreement with a RTO for the delivery of the qualification.

The Certificate II in Workplace Skills - BSB20120 is a proposed offering for the 2025 academic year. At the time of publication, no agreements have been entered into with a Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of this qualification. On the basis of interest from students in the Certificate II in Workplace Skills - BSB20120, the school will initiate a formal partnership agreement with a RTO for the delivery of the qualification.

Trade Training Centre Programs 

John Forrest Secondary College operates a Trade Training Centre in partnership with MPA Skills Plumbing & Painting, a Group Training Organisation (GTO) and Registered Training Organisation (RTO), with the support of the Construction Training Fund.

The John Forrest Trade Training Centre offers the following pre-apprenticeships:

  • 52893WA Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway – Trades) - This qualification is delivered over one year by Plumbing and Painting Training Company Limited (RTO 1892), www.mpaskills.com.au
  • 52887WA Certificate II in Plumbing - This qualification is delivered over one year by Plumbing and Painting Training Company Limited (RTO 1892), www.mpaskills.com.au
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Applications for these programs are assessed by MPA Skills Plumbing and Painting and available on their website: https://www.mpaskills.com.au/school-programs/

Endorsed Programs

An endorsed program is a significant learning program that has been developed for students in Years 10, 11 and 12.  The program may have been developed by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority), or it may have been developed by a private provider, such as a university, community organisation, training institution, or a school, and subsequently endorsed by the Authority.

Endorsed programs address areas of learning not covered by school-based courses.

Each endorsed program consists of a series of lessons, classes and/or activities designed to lead to the achievement of a common goal or set of learning outcomes.  Endorsed programs can be delivered as part of the school curriculum or as extra-curricular activities.

All endorsed programs successfully completed and reported to the Authority:

  • are listed on the student's WASSA
  • may contribute towards the breadth-and-depth requirement of the WACE
  • may contribute towards the C grade requirement of the WACE.

For WACE purposes, a student can achieve a maximum of 4 unit equivalents from endorsed programs, two in Year 11 and two in Year 12.

Each endorsed program is allocated one, two, three or four unit equivalents.

Here are some examples of endorsed programs:

  • UniReady Program with Curtin University (see below)
  • Workplace Learning (ADWPL) to accredit work experience and part-time employment
  • Administration and Management (ADAM) for students on the Student Council
  • Music Performance Ensemble (ADMPE)
  • Recreational Pursuits (ADRP) for students involved in the Creative Writing Club, or Engineering Club
  • Elite Sports Performance (ADESP) for state or national sporting representatives

Further information about endorsed programs can be found at: https://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/vet/endorsed-programs

Endorsed Programs Offered as a Course - UniReady Program

The UniReady program is a university preparation course that is normally available for students who have completed Year 12 and achieved their WACE.

At John Forrest Secondary College, our Year 11 students have the opportunity to take this as one of their six courses through Year 11 and 12.

The program runs over two years and is designed to develop independent learning skills and prepare students for university.

Other Vocational Options - School Based Traineeships

Students at John Forrest Secondary College have the opportunity to participate in a range of traineeship programs. Traineeships depend upon an employment contract and cannot be guaranteed.

Here are some examples of traineeship opportunities expected to be available Certificate level II or III:

  • Automotive Retail
  • Building and Construction
  • Business and Clerical
  • Public Sector
  • Hospitality
  • Child Care
  • Information Technology
  • Transport and Logistics
  • Horticulture
  • Retail Services