Learning Areas > CARE
Leader of Learning - CARE: Mrs Julia Teo
P: +61 3 9816 6532 E: julia.teo@carey.com.au
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About the Learning Area
Community and Religious Education (CARE) at Carey provides students with opportunities to explore the diverse perspectives and values that shape individuals and communities. CARE is no longer a core component in Year 10. However, students can still pursue a pathway in community and religious studies through targeted electives. We recommend: Worldviews: Beliefs and Beyond.
Through the elective Worldviews: Beliefs and Beyond, students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, engage in respectful dialogue, and reflect on questions of meaning, belief, and identity. The program aims to foster personal growth, empathy, and intercultural understanding, preparing students to thoughtfully engage with the complexities of our society.
In addition to the study of worldviews, CARE recognises community service as a vital component of each student’s learning journey. By promoting active participation and service to others, CARE helps students connect beliefs and values with real-world action, supporting their development as compassionate and responsible members of the community.
Progression
CARE provides clear pathways for further study in Years 11 and 12, including VCE Religion and Society and VCE VET Community Services.
VCE Religion and Society invites students to engage in the academic study of religion as a significant aspect of human experience. Students explore the nature, purpose, and influence of religion in society, examining how religious traditions address fundamental questions about meaning, values, and identity. Through critical analysis and discussion, they investigate beliefs, practices, and ethical frameworks across various traditions, considering religion’s impact on individuals, communities, and broader cultural and historical contexts. This subject supports the development of independent research, critical thinking, and respectful dialogue, and provides a strong foundation for further study in the humanities and social sciences.
VCE VET Community Services offers students practical skills and industry knowledge relevant to the community services sector. This nationally recognised vocational qualification equips students with foundational competencies in communication, teamwork, and client support—skills highly valued in a range of community-focused professions. Combining classroom learning with hands-on experience, the course emphasises empathy, cultural awareness, and ethical responsibility, helping students develop the confidence and skills needed for further study or employment in community services and related fields. It offers a direct pathway to further education and training, and supports those who aspire to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Through these options, students can deepen their understanding of religion, belief, and the role of service in society.
