The Caboolture Area Schools Industry Links Scheme (CASILS) was formed in 1997 by a group of industry and school representatives to coordinate structured work experience placements. CASILS is managed by a committee representing the business and education community. CASILS has three main aspects to its business:

1. The structured Workplace Learning Program facilitates the provision of structured workplace learning opportunities to students in a real or simulated workplace
2. The Career and Transition Support Program facilitates access for young people to a range of career and transition support programs, and
3. The Adopt a School Program encourages businesses to work with school(s) to engage young people in hands-on learning experiences and develop their understanding of work and employability skills

CASILS Objectives Improve career choices  for young people Increase school, industry and employer engagement in career development Increase awareness of the range of vocational education and training opportunities Improved quality and availability  of career information Facilitate industry work placements Engage parents, teachers and career advisers in education about post school options Manage and promote mutually beneficial relationships between schools and businesses Enhance monitoring and mentoring arrangements for all young people

CASILS Mission Statement

“To participate through school, community and business engagement in the delivery of Career Advice Australia programs and support the transition and development of young people aged 13 – 19 years in our community to access and obtain successful employment, training and/or further education.”