Yarra Ranges Tech School - Box Hill Institute

Did you know Mobile Intensive Care Ambulance (MICA) paramedics can practise a lifesaving procedure thanks to 3D printing technology? In 2021, we partnered with Yarra Ranges Tech School - Box Hill Institute to print 3D plastic larynx trainers, known as “cric trainers” for our MICA interns. Our skilled MICA students use the cric trainer, bubble wrap, tape and a bandage to create a realistic training resource to practise cricothyroidotomy – a critical procedure used to insert a breathing tube. In the past three years, more than 170 cric trainers have been provided to AV and used in over 110 training sessions - leading to phenomenal success in our paramedics performing cricothyroidotomy. The 3D printed customised training aides help prepare paramedics for real world scenarios and is just one example of how we continuously try to seek more effective ways of training our highly skilled workforce. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4kWezCg

KOORIE SCHOOLS VISIT Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting students from the Koorie Student Program at Yarra Ranges Tech School, representing Mooroolbark College, Upper Yarra Secondary College, Yarra Hills Secondary College, Lilydale Heights College, Lilydale High School, and Healesville High School. The program is an incredible initiative that gives Koorie students the opportunity to design and produce STEM projects that incorporate their culture while using cutting-edge technology like laser cutters, VR, and 3D printing. It also connects students with career pathways through guest speakers and hands-on learning experiences. During their visit, students were warmly welcomed by our Elder-in-Residence, Aunty Lois Peeler, who guided them through the Dreaming Trail, History Walk, and a Yarning Circle, sharing her wisdom and cultural knowledge. The group then enjoyed a BBQ lunch with Worawa students—who were excited to reconnect with familiar faces from our Reconciliation Sports Carnival! The day wrapped up with a friendly kick of the footy, making for a wonderful exchange of learning, culture, and community. A huge thank you to the Koorie Student Program team and all the students who joined us—we loved having you at Worawa and hope to see you again soon! Yarra Ranges Tech School - Box Hill Institute Brooke Kogelman #WorawaAboriginalCollege #AboriginalEducation #AboriginalAustralia #BoardingLife #Naarm #BoardingSchool #NAIDOC #FirstNations

An amazing experience at the Yarra Ranges Tech School - Box Hill Institute for an Indigenous STEM Program recently. Grateful to Brooke Kogelman for the invitation to discuss Wiru Drone Solutions' endeavors in the Drone Industry. Engaging with passionate STEM students, particularly those enthusiastic about Drones, is truly rewarding. Cherish the insightful discussions with the STEM community and valued their time.

We kicked off our first school program of 2025 out at Yarra Ranges Tech School - Box Hill Institute with 45 year 8 & 9 students today thanks to Strategic Partnerships Program from the Department of Education Victoria. The students got to experience a tour of the Trades Centre at Box Hill Institute, explored plumbing with Reece Plumbing, sparked an interested in electrical with Prolink Trade Group & Voltex SA and got to work with timber and build a planter box thanks to DEWALT. As part of our program, we also address language and make sure the F word is nowhere to be heard. We learn, we discover, and we make mistakes and that's okay, its human. Most of the students weren't interested in trades to begin with, but that soon changed by the end of the program with a number of students now excited to explore pathways in trades. Big thank you to Jonno McCartney, John Doig, Luke Ashby, Natasha Tuma and Bridget O'Leary for your support today and to Outer Eastern LLEN for providing the pizzas for lunch! #30by30 #pipeline #ittakesavillage #ewitrades #SPPfunding #future

Looking for a career change, come and check us out before we advertise our 2025 teaching positions in the coming weeks! Our first open evening is on Thursday. Can't make it? No problem, contact us for a confidential conversation