Camden Haven Community College acknowledges and pays respect to the Biripi people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are based. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders based on or visiting Biripi Country.
Office Hours
Our Taree office is open Wednesday to Friday, 9am Laurieton office for enquiries outside of these days.
The Laurieton office is open Monday to Friday, 9:30am
How to Enrol
Now that our office space is open in Taree, we want to be able to offer more Lifestyle programs to our community. We believe offering these courses benefits the health and wellbeing of community members through the learning of lifelong skills and social engagement.
Lifestyle programs we are looking for may include but are not limited to:
• Creative Arts and Crafts
• Health and Sports
• Language
Wiyabu!
Welcome to term three at your local Community College. We are proud to share that already this year, we have seen so many of our students take part in courses that have truly changed their lives for the better. These courses could be vocational education or a general interest course, providing new skills, career pathways, and life-enhancing opportunities.
Thanks to government funding, we can offer a range of adult education courses fee -free, making general interest and nationally recognised accredited courses accessible to our community.
We believe that education is a powerful tool that can change lives, and we are glad to be able to provide this opportunity to our students.
You may have seen the Commonwealth Government's campaign to promote the Care and Support Sector. Their tagline "A Life Changing Life" resonates with me as I reflect on our students and the lives they change every day. We are proud of our students' contributions to our community, which make a world of difference to those people for whom they care, their families, and their friends. Whether you are already working in the sector and wish to upskill, or you are starting on a new career path, we can provide the training and support you need. Our classes are small, face-toface, flexible, and supportive. Whatever your training needs, we can adapt and
We know that many of you have been waiting for our Tech Savvy Seniors courses to return. We are pleased to announce we can offer them again in Laurieton and Taree, with our experienced trainer, Robyn. As places are limited, we encourage you to early. Whatever you are looking for this term, we are confident that you will find something to suit you as you continue
Gilly Paxton ManagerOn the Front Cover
This term we are joining in the National NAIDOC Week celebrations. In recognition of NAIDOC Week we have displayed the National NAIDOC Week logo on our front cover and the 2023 National NAIDOC Week Poster incorporating the Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag (licensed by the Torres Strait Island Council) on our back cover.
Bobbi Lockyer, a proud Ngarluma, Kariyarra, Nyulnyul and Yawuru artist, born and based on Kariyarra Country in Port Hedland, is the winner of the prestigious National NAIDOC Week Poster Competition for 2023 with her entry, For Our Elders.
“Where there is knowledge there are our Elders. Our Elders paved the pathways for us, taught us our knowledge, our history, they passed down their art, stories and wisdom. Our Elders are the foundation of our communities and role models for our children. With this poster I wanted to showcase how important our Elders are in passing down traditions and culture to our children and future.” said Bobbi.
You can view the poster and watch a video to learn more about the incredible Bobbi Lockyer and her artwork by heading to the National NAIDOC Week website: https://www.naidoc.org.au/2023-poster
National NAIDOC Week events are held across Australia each year in the first week of July (Sunday to Sunday) to commemorate and recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s history, culture, and achievements. NAIDOC Week provides an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories, as well as to take part in celebrations of the world's oldest, continuously living societies.
Turn your dial off Auto and get to know your DSLR camera to unleash its full potential. This course will cover using manual camera settings, composition and additional gear that will start you off on your photography journey. Please bring your DSLR, a notepad and pen. Note: The second session will be a 3 hour local walk to practise photo taking, 8am-11am. This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. We recommend enrolling into Pete’s Photograph Editing course which is a continuation of this course, to create edited final pieces.
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Learn how to really make your photos pop and correct those in-camera exposure errors. The course will cover Adobe Lightroom and corrections to exposure, contrast and white balance, shadows and highlights adjustments, sharpening and noise reduction and more.
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Would you like to write your story? It might be a series of short stories about your past, a fictional story you have always wanted to write, or your memoirs. This course is designed to get you started and (perhaps to your surprise) find how interesting your story really is! This course will run over term 3 and 4 with 8 sessions per term. Spaces are limited and fill quickly, so be quick! This training is fully subsidised by the NSW Government.
Shop 5/11-17 Manning St, Osborne
For students who have completed Writers Group 1 and are keen to research further publishing opportunities, analysis, critique and feedback of work. Please Note: This course will be run over term 3 and term 4 with 8 sessions per term. This training is fully subsidised by the NSW Government.
The game of Lawn Bowls is a lot of fun and can be very exciting. The facilitator Greg, from the Taree Railway Institute Bowling Club, is pleased to provide the opportunity for men and women to learn about the game and develop skills that will make the game enjoyable. This will include discussion on how and why the bowls turn, how the shape and colour of a bowl has changed over the last 40 years, how to deliver the bowl, how to score and tactics to use during the game. Each session will include some coaching tips and an actual game. All bowls are supplied, and footwear is flat soled shoes or bare feet.
Taree Railway Institute Bowling Club
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid course will teach you how to assist an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence based Action Plan. This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of Aboriginal people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals. Note: This course is not a therapy or support group. This training is fully subsidised by the NSW Government.
Arrange a one-hour session to address your particular areas of need; computers, phones etc. Shop
Looking to gain employment but need currency in the use of computers and Windows 11? Or, you’ve recently purchased a new device running Windows 11 and you just need a helping hand. Learn the basics of navigating this system and how to create, save and transfer your files. This course demonstrates how to use many of the Windows 11 new features. This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Shop 5/11-17
Building on the Windows 11 Introduction course, we cover more of the programs that come with this operating system. Includes tips and tricks for using the internet, the inbuilt antivirus software and more. This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. 3
Tech Savvy Seniors is a NSW Government initiative in partnership with Telstra for seniors aged 60 and above or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander seniors aged 50 years and above. As a result of this initiative the following courses are offered to eligible participants at no cost. For beginners, the below sessions give you a basic introduction into the technologies listed while using a fun and hands-on approach. Bring your own devices, with full charge.
Wed 2 Aug 12:45 - 3:15pm 0
About: Phones used to be all about making calls, but now your mobile can do so much more. This workshop will teach you how to make the most of your android smartphone.
Wed 9 Aug 12:45 - 3:15pm 0
About: Tablets can be used for so many things such as browsing the web, reading books, watching movies, calendar entries and alerts and so much more. This workshop will teach you how to navigate your tablet to get the most out of your device.
Wed 16 Aug 12:45 - 3:15pm 0
About: Email is one of the fundamental internet technologies. It allows you to –at no cost –send a letter of unlimited length to one person, or many people at once. This workshop will explain how to set up an email account, how to send an email, and how to read and reply to emails that have been sent to you.
Wed 6 Sep 12:45 - 3:15pm 0
About: Phones used to be all about making calls, but now your mobile can do so much more. This workshop will teach you how to make the most of your iPhone.
Wed 13 Sep 12:45 - 3:15pm 0
About: You know that you can shop, bank and pay bills online, and are interested to learn more and try it yourself. This workshop will help you know how to find things to buy, where to buy from, and how to make payments safely over the internet.
Training in priority qualifications is fee-free and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments
*$0 fee for those who meet eligibility criteria
Mon, Tue, Thu 9am - 3pm
Starting Mon 11 Sep
An information and enrolment session will be held on Friday 1 September 2023, 10:30am - 12:00pm at the College.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multidisciplinary team, following an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.
*$0 fee for those eligibility criteria
Online Self paced Enrol at any time
Units covered in the course reflect the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. It is likely that these individuals are establishing their own work performance. Individuals in these roles carry out a range of routine procedural, clerical, administrative or operational tasks that require technology and business skills. They apply a broad range of competencies using some discretion, judgment and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
*$0 fee for those eligibility criteria
Expressions of interest being taken for the course
About this course: Units covered in the course reflect the role of entry level community services workers who support individuals through the provision of person-centred services. Work may include day-to-day support of individuals in community settings or support the implementation of specific community-based programs. At this level, work takes place under the direction of others and supervision may be direct or indirect. Work may take place in a range of community services organisations.
*$0 fee for those who meet eligibility criteria
Two day course 20 & 21 Jul 9am - 3pm
This short accredited course aims to demonstrate and develop skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty. Both units apply to all workers who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. The Statement of Attainment in Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is essential to work in a wide range of industries including nursing, aged care, disability, building and construction and agriculture. Equip yourself with life-saving skills to take immediate action in an emergency and apply first aid to casualties as well as perform CPR.
Meet Susan Ibister
Trainer: Aged Care, Disability, Home & Community and First Aid
Susan has been a Registered Nurse for 35 years and an educator for the past 12 years.
She is passionate about providing quality care for the elderly. Susan enjoys sharing knowledge and experiences with our students and feels it is a privilege to guide them through their studies. She feels immense pride when they gain employment in the Aged Care industry.
In her private time Susan enjoys anything to do with art and craft.
$0 fee for those who meet eligibility criteria
One day workshop Monday 24 Jul 9am - 3pm
This one day accredited course describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to determine foot care requirements and prepare and use basic equipment and medicaments for those people not requiring services of a professional podiatrist.
$0 fee for those who meet eligibility criteria
Fortnightly workshop 9am - 3pm
Expressions of Interest being taken
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed recovery oriented support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work involves implementing community based programs and activities focusing on mental health, mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work is undertaken in a range of community contexts such as community based non-government organisations; home based outreach; centre-based programs; respite care; residential services, rehabilitation programs; clinical settings; or supporting people in employment.
Career opportunities include:
• Mental Health worker
• Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker
• Mental Health Intake Officer
• Mental Health Outreach Worker
