Are you starting Year 11 in 2026 and dreaming of a career in nursing?
Through a partnership between CathWest and Bedford College, you can begin your journey to become a nurse while completing your HSC and earn a nationally recognised qualification.
- Gain real skills for the workplace
- Graduate with your HSC + a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Where it can take you:
- Diploma of Nursing
- Bachelor of Nursing
- A rewarding career in Healthcare
Are you starting Year 11 in 2026 and dreaming of a career in nursing?
CathWest | School done differently
CathWest is proud to be part of Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta’s system of 80 Catholic primary and secondary schools operating across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains providing more than 46,000 students with a high-quality, low fee Catholic education.
At CathWest you can get your NSW HSC, undertake an apprenticeship or traineeship, set up your own business, achieve industry recognised credentials, or even gain entry into university! We invite you to discover for yourself how we can transform your learning.
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27 Feb 2026
From Instagram
π CathWest Open Tours 2026 π We warmly invite future students and families to join us for our CathWest Tours! Discover how CathWest is redefining senior schooling through our innovative trade-focused and industry-aligned programs. Meet our passionate teachers, explore our specialised learning spaces, and learn how students can complete the HSC, and commence an apprenticeship or traineeship. π§ββοΈπ·ββοΈπ§βπ€π©βπ« Whether your child is interested in pursuing a trade, health pathway, education, fitness or screen and media. CathWest provides hands-on learning opportunities that prepare students for success beyond the classroom. Register now at our website: https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college
26 Feb 2026
From Facebook
π CathWest Open Tours 2026 π We warmly invite future students and families to join us for our CathWest Tours! Discover how CathWest is redefining senior schooling through our innovative trade-focused and industry-aligned programs. Meet our passionate teachers, explore our specialised learning spaces, and learn how students can complete the HSC, and commence an apprenticeship or traineeship. π§ββοΈπ·ββοΈπ§βπ€π©βπ« Whether your child is interested in pursuing a trade, health pathway, education, fitness or screen and media. CathWest provides hands-on learning opportunities that prepare students for success beyond the classroom. Register now at our website: https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college
21 Feb 2026
From Instagram
β¨ Commissioning Mass & Student Leadership Induction 2026 β¨ Congratulations to our 2026 Student Leaders β may you lead with skill, integrity and determination. π Already setting a powerful example both at school and in the workplace through their apprenticeships and traineeships, our leaders represent CathWest with professionalism, initiative and pride every single day. π§β¨ #CathWest #studentleadership #CathWest #StudentLeadership #CommissioningMass @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese
20 Feb 2026
From Facebook
β¨ Commissioning Mass & Student Leadership Induction 2026 β¨ Last week Fr Renato proudly commissioned and inducted our 2026 Student Leaders at CathWest. Surrounded by family, staff and peers, they committed to lead with integrity, faith and respect. Our leaders already set a powerful example β not only at school, but in their workplaces through apprenticeships and traineeships. They represent CathWest with professionalism and pride every day. Congratulations to our 2026 Student Leaders - may you lead with wisdom, humility and heart. π #CathWest #StudentLeadership #CommissioningMass @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese
18 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Friendly Reminder this Friday is Year 12 Photo Individual & Group Photo Day. This is also an opportunity for any students from Year 10 or 11 who missed out to have their photo taken.
18 Feb 2026
From Instagram
Today, the Catholic Church celebrates Shrove Tuesday, a special feast day that traditionally marks the use of rich pantry ingredients before the season of fasting and reflection during Lent. At our school, we have partnered with Caritas to raise funds for Project Compassion. As you enjoy your pancakes and reflect throughout this Lenten season, we encourage you to consider making a donation to this important cause via compass https://www.projectcompassion.org.au/fundraisers/mariapastoors/host-a-lent-event Caritas Australia @caritasaust @projectcompassionsydney
17 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Today, the Catholic Church celebrates Shrove Tuesday, a special feast day that traditionally marks the use of rich pantry ingredients before the season of fasting and reflection during Lent. At our school, we have partnered with Caritas to raise funds for Project Compassion. As you enjoy your pancakes and reflect throughout this Lenten season, we encourage you to consider making a donation to this important cause via compass https://www.projectcompassion.org.au/fundraisers/mariapastoors/host-a-lent-event Caritas Australia @caritasaust @projectcompassionsydney
13 Feb 2026
From Instagram
Our Year 12 Leaders and FIAT Team proudly attended the CSPD Caritas Project Compassion Launch today. During the launch, students deepened their understanding of global water inequity β learning that for many communities around the world, access to clean and safe water is still not guaranteed. They reflected on how something we often take for granted is a daily struggle for others, impacting health, education, and opportunity.π±π± Inspired by the message of Project Compassion, our students are committed to turning awareness into action this Lenten season. π°π° They are hopeful to: π§ Lead fundraising initiatives across the school to support Caritas Australia π§ Encourage simple but powerful actions such as mindful water use π§ Promote compassion, solidarity and appreciate the clean water we readily have on tap in Australia. As leaders within our school community, they understand that Lent is not only a time of reflection, but a time to actively live out our faith through service and justice. We are so proud of their commitment to making a difference β both locally and globally. Together, we can be the generation that turns compassion into meaningful change. ππ @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @caritasaust #caritasprojectcompassion @faithinaction.au
12 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Our Year 12 Leaders and FIAT Team proudly attended the CSPD Caritas Project Compassion Launch today. During the launch, students deepened their understanding of global water inequity β learning that for many communities around the world, access to clean and safe water is still not guaranteed. They reflected on how something we often take for granted is a daily struggle for others, impacting health, education, and opportunity.π±π± Inspired by the message of Project Compassion, our students are committed to turning awareness into action this Lenten season. π°π° They are hopeful to: π§ Lead fundraising initiatives across the school to support Caritas Australia π§ Encourage simple but powerful actions such as mindful water use π§ Promote compassion, solidarity and appreciate the clean water we readily have on tap in Australia. As leaders within our school community, they understand that Lent is not only a time of reflection, but a time to actively live out our faith through service and justice. We are so proud of their commitment to making a difference β both locally and globally. Together, we can be the generation that turns compassion into meaningful change. ππ @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @caritasaust #caritasprojectcompassion @faithinaction.au
12 Feb 2026
From Instagram
π§β‘ National Apprenticeship & Traineeship Week β‘π§ At CathWest, we are proud to celebrate students like Matt, whose journey highlights the power of exploring pathways early. Now a Year 12 student, Matt commenced at CathWest in Year 10 with a clear goal β he wanted to pursue a trade. Through our Trade Readiness Program in Year 10, Term 1, Matt had the opportunity to explore a range of industries including Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing and Automotive. This hands-on experience gave him the clarity and confidence to discover where his true passion lay β Electrical. Matt reflects, βWe had TAFE teachers visit CathWest sharing their journey as an electrician β from starting out on residential jobs to working on major commercial projects at Western Sydney Airport. Hearing their experiences really inspired me.β Programs like Trade Readiness allow students to make informed decisions, gain industry insight, and connect with real professionals who have walked the path before them. We are proud to see Matt pursuing his goal and stepping confidently toward a career as an electrician working at DDP Electrical. If you have a son or daughter interested in pursing a trade pathway, pop over to our website https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college#form-section to register to attend our Open Day on 3 March or our Open Evenings 28 April, McCarthy or 30 April, Loyola. π Hereβs to all apprentices and trainees taking bold steps toward their futures this week! #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #Traineeships #TradeCareers #CathWest #FutureFocused #PathwaysToSucce #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @ddpelectrical TAFE NSW #tafensw @catholicschoolsparra #NationalApprenticeshipWeek @westernsydneyairport @nsw.bda
11 Feb 2026
From Facebook
π§β‘ National Apprenticeship & Traineeship Week β‘π§ At CathWest, we are proud to celebrate students like Matt, whose journey highlights the power of exploring pathways early. Now a Year 12 student, Matt commenced at CathWest in Year 10 with a clear goal β he wanted to pursue a trade. Through our Trade Readiness Program in Year 10, Term 1, Matt had the opportunity to explore a range of industries including Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing and Automotive. This hands-on experience gave him the clarity and confidence to discover where his true passion lay β Electrical. Matt reflects, βWe had TAFE teachers visit CathWest sharing their journey as an electrician β from starting out on residential jobs to working on major commercial projects at Western Sydney Airport. Hearing their experiences really inspired me.β Programs like Trade Readiness allow students to make informed decisions, gain industry insight, and connect with real professionals who have walked the path before them. We are proud to see Matt pursuing his goal and stepping confidently toward a career as an electrician working at DDP Electrical. If you have a son or daughter interested in pursing a trade pathway, pop over to our website https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college#form-section to register to attend our Open Day on 3 March or our Open Evenings 28 April, McCarthy or 30 April, Loyola. π Hereβs to all apprentices and trainees taking bold steps toward their futures this week! #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #Traineeships #TradeCareers #CathWest #FutureFocused #PathwaysToSucce #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @ddpelectrical TAFE NSW #tafensw @catholicschoolsparra #NationalApprenticeshipWeek @westernsydneyairport @nsw.bda
10 Feb 2026
From Facebook
Day two of #NationalApprenticeshipWeek Student Spotlight Time! β¨ We love celebrating our incredible School Based Trainees who are already building their future careers while completing their HSC at CathWest πͺπ π Lily β School Based Traineeship in Beauty Lily is living her beauty career dream! She works with Michal Gabriel Beauty and Brow, gaining hands-on industry experience π π Lily works one day a week plus two-week work blocks in Year 11, and will increase to working two days a week from October 2026. π Lily is studying a Certificate IV in Beauty Services with Blue Mountains TAFE, alongside completing her HSC at CathWest. Head over to o https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/ to find out more about school based traineeship offered at CathWest. National Apprenticeship Week #michalgabrielbeautyandbrow TAFE NSW @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @nationalapprenticeshipweek
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CathWest Nursing Traineeship
Starting Year 11 in 2026? Dreaming of a career in nursing? Kickstart your healthcare journey with a certificate III in Health Services Assistance!