Murwillumbah College Catalogue – Term 4

Term 4 Course Guide 2012 Boost your career prospects! Accredited & Compliance Training          

Disability Aged Care Children’s Services Hospitality White Card Horticulture First Aid Business & IT RSA & RCG Barista & Safe Food Handling

Discover your passion!

Lifestyle courses & workshops       

Art & Craft Sustainable Lifestyle Wellbeing Digital Photography IT & Computing Music & Singing Health, Sport and Leisure

COME IN AND SEE OUR FRIENDLY STAFF TO ASK US ABOUT OUR FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR ACCREDITED COURSES & CONCESSION PRICES FOR LIFESTYLE COURSES* FOR PENSIONERS, HEALTH CARD HOLDERS AND PEOPLE WHO ARE CURRENTLY UNEMPLOYED

1. FREE COURSE! LOVE FOOD HATE WASTE with Alison Drover

Join Alison Drover, well-known ‘Farm to Fork’ chef, recipe writer and sustainable food consultant in a hands-on workshop to help you Love Food Hate Waste.

This FREE one-day course will allow participants to gain practical tips on reducing their weekly shop, use leftovers to create delicious meals, learn healthy eating tips and have fun in the kitchen.

The one-day workshop is held on the following dates: Tuesday 16th October Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm OR Tuesday 13th November Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm Book now as places are limited!

2. NEW! Express Yourself Art Workshop with Marika Bryant

Adorn your walls with ART! Unleash your inner artist, learning skills and techniques that unlock your creativity: go home with a completed canvas you love. Canvas preparation, use of texture, colour and design will be covered in this ‘introduction to abstract expressionism’ workshop, with an emphasis on creativity knowing no boundaries.

Date: 3 x Mondays Starting 5th November Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Fee: $245 Conc: $228 (Includes GST & $60 Art pack).

Enrol fast! Places limited to 8 participants!

3. NEW! Weaving Workshop with Suzanne Ellem Learn the universal thread of weaving embraced by all ancient cultures in this one-day workshop. This skill will take you on a personal journey which will enhance your creativity and soothe your mind and soul. Great way to connect with nature, using natural fibres, recycling your old clothes, linen and fabric.

What to bring: Fibre or old wares to incorporate in your mat.

Dates: Saturday 13th October Time: 9.30am – 3.30pm Fee: $55 Conc: $50

See inside for our full range of new and returning courses!

Give the Gift of Learning this Christmas!

Contact Kylie or Julie at the office to arrange a gift voucher

Short Accredited Courses - over 1 to 2 days 4. Barista – Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee with Kristine Carroll. Learn to make espresso coffee, store coffee and maintain commercial coffee machines. rd th th Dates Available: Wed 3 Oct, Sat 24 Nov, Sat 15 Dec Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $145 5. Food Safety Supervisor Certificate with Kristine Carroll. Law mandates all registered food businesses to have a Food Safety Supervisor present at all times. th th st Date: Saturday 27 Oct, Sat 10 Nov, Sat 1 Dec Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Fee: $200

10. Chainsaw Operations Level 1 with Mal Hall This two-day course allows for safe operations and effective maintenance of chainsaws. th th st nd Dates Available: Tue/Thur 9 & 11 Oct , Thur/Fri 1 & 2 nd rd th th Nov, 22 & 23 Nov, 13 & 14 Dec .

Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm Fee: $425 11. NSW White Card – Construction Induction with Lachlan Campbell. Mandated OHS induction requirements for working in the construction industry. rd st Date: Saturday 3 November OR Saturday 1 December Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm Fee: $110

6. RCG – Provide Responsible Gambling Services SITHGAM006A with Mark Wakefield. Mandatory 6 hour accredited program for those working in a gambling th rd environment. Date: Friday 19 October OR 23 November Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $140

12. Develop Keyboarding Speed & Accuracy BSBITU307A Learn to enter text and data with speed and accuracy with touch typing techniques. Self-directed learning at home, set assessment tasks & speed and accuracy test.

Start anytime.

Fee: $115 (TYPEQUICK USB & testing Included).

7. RSA – Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol SITHFAB009A with Mark Wakefield Mandatory training for those working with alcohol in the hospitality industry. th nd Date: Thursday 18 October OR 22 November Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $180 Did you gain your RSA before 2001?

As of July 2012, the law requires those who gained their RSA before 2001 to undertake the current RSA Course to remain compliant.

Call us now to book a course!

13. Marine Radio Operators Certificate with John H Purcell CMDR Owner operators of boats are required to gain this nationally recognized certification - 100 point proof of ID and passport size photo required. One day workshop.

Run by expression of Interest.

14. Boat Licence with John H Purcell CMDR Learn the fundamentals if safe and efficient boat handling.

Held at Volunteer Coastguard Headquarters, Rotary Park. th th th Dates Available: Sat 27 Oct, Sat 24 Nov, Sat 15 Dec Time: 9.00am-1.30pm Fee: $56 (NSW maritime licence fee also applies)

8. Chemical User Accreditation with David Neave This two-day course is for commercial users of agricultural chemicals. The certification is valid for 5 years. th th th th Date: Mon 8 /9 October OR 26 /27 November Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm Fee: $320 9. Chemical User Reaccreditation with David Neave This one-day course is for people who wish to renew their chemical user accreditation. th th Date: Monday 8 October OR 26 November Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm Fee: $205

15. Apply First Aid & Resuscitation (CPR) Full Certificate, Recertification for your work or new career th th th Dates Available: Sat 20 Oct, Sat 17 Nov, Sat 15 Dec Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm Fee: $130 (Recertification $115) 16. Resuscitation (CPR) Update Update your CPR now! th th th Dates Available: Sat 20 Oct, Sat 17 Nov, Sat 15 Dec Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $55

Flexible Entry - At a pace to suit you 17. Typequick Speed and Accuracy Assessment Required by many employers, this accuracy typing test meets the Australian standards - book for a test in our office at a time which suits you.

Fee: $30

19. Certificate II in Business BSB20107 with Kay Jefed This qualification may help you gain employment in roles including Administration Assistant, Clerical Worker, Data Entry Operator, Information Desk Clerk, Office Junior or Receptionist.

Date: Fridays – ongoing. Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm Join Anytime

18. Certificate in General Education for Adults – Introductory with Kay Jefed Inclusive education for people who struggle in traditional classroom settings.

Date: Wednesdays – ongoing Time:1.00pm - 4.00pm Join Anytime

20. Certificate II in General Education for Adults with Kay Jefed This course is for people who have not previously achieved a Year 10 qualification. Completion of the course can improve your chances of entering the workforce or doing further study. Call us for more information!

Accredited Courses for Work – Complete in 3 months @ 1 day per week 21. Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40110 with Jim Nicholls This qualification replaces TAA40104 which is a requirement for trainers who deliver accredited training.

Date: 14 x Tuesdays - Expression of Interest - Call for details.

22. MYOB Payroll with Jenny Fitzgerald th Date: 4 x Fridays starting 9 November Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $235 On completion Statement of Attainment in BSBFIA302A

23. TAA Upgrade with Jim Nicholls Needing to upgrade your Training and Assessment qualification from TAA to TAE Contact the college for more details Fee: $375 24. MYOB Accounts Payable/Receivable General Ledger with Jenny Fitzgerald On completion Statement of Attainment in BSBFIA303A & BSBFIA304A Date: 8 x th

Mondays from 8 October

Time: 9.00am – 12.00pm Fee: $400

COME IN AND SEE OUR FRIENDLY STAFF AND ASK US ABOUT OUR FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR ACCREDITED COURSES& OUR CONCESSION PRICES FOR LIFESTYLE COURSES* FOR PENSIONERS, HEALTH CARD HOLDERS AND THE UNEMPLOYED* inclusive of GST where applicable

Accredited Courses for Work - Complete in 3 months @ 1 day per week ASK US ABOUT OUR RANGE OF FLEXIBLE LEARNING ACCREDITED COURSES BY DISTANCE EDUCATION OR ONLINE Certificate II Business Certificate III Business Administration Real Estate Certificate of Registration TAA40101 Upgrade to TAE40110

Accredited Courses - Complete in 6 months @ 1 day per week 25. Certificate III in Disability CHC30408 with Louanne King and Angela Collins Kick start your career by developing your skills in care, support and engagement of people with disabilities. th Starting Date: Friday 12 October Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm (26 x Fridays) Fee: $1300 You will be assisted by a subsidy reducing the fee from $1900 to $1300. Enquire now; enrol ASAP. 26. Certificate III in Children’s Services CHC30708 with Thelmara Jermyn Get started on your career path in Children’s Services in a friendly, informative and supportive environment.

Fee:$1,900 Covering 26 weeks Expressions of interest invited for 2013

27. Certificate III in Aged Care CHC30208 with Maralynne Newman Set about up-skilling yourself into a career as a “much in demand” aged care worker. This qualification addresses work primarily in residential facilities under direct or regular supervision within clearly defined organisation guidelines and service plans. Workers with this qualification carry out activities to maintain personal care and/or other activities of living for people in an aged care setting Fee: $1,900 for 26 week course Tuesdays OR Thursdays.

Expressions of interest invited for 2013

Lifestyle Workshops and Short Courses - Discover your passion!

Art, Craft & Music 28. NEW! Express Yourself – Unknown Ancestors with Marika Bryant Everyone is connected in one form or other. Explore through the abstract expressionistic medium of texture, pain and process, the unknown connections rising to the surface on your canvas. Exciting revelations will join the school of happy accidents you will leave the class with a painting you love. th Date: 3 x Thursdays starting 11 October Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Fee: $245 Conc: $228

29. Mosaic Workshop with Michael Ambrose Learn to design and produce your own mosaic work of art. Over a two day workshop learn to cut, adhere, grout tiles, and take home you own unique piece.

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Date: Monday 22 & 29 October Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm Fee: $154 Conc: $140 (including materials)

30. NEW! Discover ‘Art in the Paper’ with Bill Klease Working on paper with mixed medium, participants will be guided towards discovering the ‘art in the paper’. In this one-day workshop Bill will help participants to learn to see art as an experience. What to bring: additional paint, brushes if you like, roll of paper towel & anything you would love to experiment with. rd Date: Saturday 3 November Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm Fee: $112 Conc: $102 (including materials) Book fast! Limited to 8 participants.

31. Beginners Piano with Beth Stewart Come and learn to play piano and develop your skills. You will have very interesting exercises and some lovely pieces to learn and play. So come along and have some fun! th Date: 7 x Mondays starting 8 October Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm Fee: $207 Conc: $176 32. Joy of Singing with Wendy Grace Are you convinced you cannot sing? This workshop will change your mind completely or help you rediscover the pleasure in singing with others in a friendly and supportive st group. Date: Saturday 1 December Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm Fee: $45 Conc: $40

Information Technology & Digital Photography 33. Computers for Beginners with Peter Newell This course is for the absolute novice and will give you real handson experience. Topics include: introduction to Windows, file management, word processing, Internet and email. For those new to the world of computers it will help you demystify the jargon. th Date: 5 x Tuesdays starting 9 October Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $205 Conc: $185 34. Computers - Level 2 with Peter Newell Unlock the mystery of computing by going to the next level.

Develop your Facebook skills, network with friends; learn how to download images from your camera to your computer. We can help you set up an iTunes account and develop your word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, file management and searching the web skills.Date: 5 x Thursdays starting th 8 November Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $205 Conc: $185

35. Digital Photography with Peter Newell This digital camera workshop will teach you how to get the best out of your digital camera. Unravel the mysteries and get pointed in the right direction while you discover the rich features and advantages of this technology and its links with various computer programs. th Date: 5 x Mondays starting 29 October Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $205 Conc: $185 36. NEW! Top 4 of the Digital Age with Peter Newell An introductory course which explores the popular and useful features of our digital age: Internet Banking and ECommerce, Social Networking & Email, Uploading and downloading music, photos and video. For people who have completed a basic introduction to computers course. th Date: 2 x Thursdays starting 18 October Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $80 Conc: $73

Sustainable Lifestyle 37. Identifying and Managing Garden Pests and Diseases with Susan Hennessy Do you know what’s what in the garden? Find out in this one day th workshop. Date: Saturday 10 November Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $88 Conc: $80

38. Propagation and Herb Gardens with Susan Hennessy Get ready for Spring and Summer with this hands-on practical one-day workshop. rd Date: Saturday 3 November Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $88 Conc: $80

Food for the Soul, Body & Mind 39. Reflexology (Foot Massage) by Kerry Nijam Areas on the foot correspond to areas of the body, and reflexology is about manipulating these to improve health through one's Qi. Date: Sunday 28th October Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $94 Conc: $85

42. NEW Building Wellbeing with Peter Sabel This introductory 2hr workshop provides an overview of how to build a life of greater wellbeing. It covers the core principles of wellbeing, realistic strategies for everyday life, and ways to manage when work or life is stressful.

Date: Thursday 18th October Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm Fee: $25 Conc: $22

40. Indian Head Massage Learn the skills to release shoulder, neck, head and face tension.

Indian head massage requires no oils; participants remain seated throughout the treatment.

Date: Sunday 25th November Time 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $94 Conc: $85

43. NEW Road to Wellbeing with Peter Sabel Wellbeing is about loving your life. It’s about being in a great space and being at your best. And when you shine, it flows out to others around you. This 4 week course gives you skills and knowledge to build wellbeing, and from that place, meet the ups and downs of life. st Date: 4 x Thurs commencing 1 November Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm Fee: $90 Conc: $82 44. NEW Acupressure, Tui Na & Reflexology with Jennifer Press Ancient Healing Arts include traditional ways of touching, based on the essential energy flow and energy balance theory of Health and Healing.

Call to find out more! th Date: Saturday 10 November.

Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $94 Conc: $85

41. NEW Pain Management without drugs with Jennifer Press Take charge, take responsibility, for your personal self-care. This is a hands-on practical, Therapeutic approach including Qi Gongs, Taijiquan (Tai Chi), Nutrition 5 Element Theory, Emotional Health, Drugless Therapy, TAO Yoga, Medicinal Meditation and the Practice of Breathing.

What to bring for all courses offered by Jennifer Press:  Wear loose, comfortable clothing, Towel or Yoga Mat.  Notebook & Pen, Bottle Filtered/Spring Water th

Date: Saturday 20 October Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $94 Conc: $85

45. NEW Qi Gongs Taijiquan (Tai Chi) with Jennifer Press TAO Philosophy includes Natural Medicine Healing approaches, with emphasis on viewing the body, mind and speech as a 'Whole'.

Promoting self-awareness, greater energy flow, active relaxation, improved emotional health, restful sleep, easy backs and stomach breathing. Develop sky-high energy today! th

Starting Date: Thursday 25 October (6 x Thursdays) Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Fee: $165 Conc: $150

We wish our community an enjoyable festive season and a Happy New Year!