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Some of our training is fully funded or subsidised by the NSW Government to help you get the skills you need. At present we receive funding through the following programs:

• Smart and skilled - for more information about Smart and Skilled eligibility criteria for subsidised or fee free places click here "Smart and Skilled"
• Adult & Community Education - for more information about Adult & Community Education eligibility criteria for subsidised places click here "Adult & Community Education"
• Tech Savvy Seniors - for more information about Tech Savvy Seniors click here "Tech Savvy Seniors"

Different levels of funding are available, call and speak to one of our friendly staff to see if you're eligible on 02 6684 3374.

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government

Lomi Lomi Massage Training

In this hands-on practical massage training tied with clear-mind focus, you will learn Hawaiian philosophy, intention and flow resulting in the ability to give and receive a one and a half hour massage. Create a sacred and professional work space and share from your heart. Suitable for newbies and experienced therapists. Course Fees Course Fees are fully subsidised for eligible students, a resource fee applies to all enrolments. ACE Program Fee: $0* (plus resource fee of $50) -... [More]

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Blogging Bootcamp - Online Class

Let’s take your blog to the next level! Learn how to create and run an international, professional and captivating blog that impresses. Join professional blogger, writer and art designer, Louise Sommer, and learn the ropes of creating a great blog; from the visual design to writing, the content, structure, branding and getting the word out! Professional blogging demands great content, a visually inviting and pleasing look – all created through careful planning, clear product... [More]

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Photoshop for Beginners

Want to create posters, manipulate images, add text, save for web and print in a supportive and informative class? This course starts with a basic understanding of the interface and leads you step-by-step into the world of adjustments, touch-ups, layers, text and masks, leaving you fully enabled to create and adjust your own artwork once the course is complete. Basic computer skills and filing are required, and an Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud account – prices start at $14.29per... [More]

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AHC42116 - Certificate IV in Permaculture

Come on the journey to grow your permaculture know-how right in the green heart of Northern NSW! Permaculture is a richly rewarding career, where you can immerse yourself in sustainable living and organic farming practices. It can provide you with opportunities to work in community development locally and internationally, aid projects, integrated food production or design for sustainable living. This Certificate IV Qualification aims to expand your existing knowledge of... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Permaculture AHC42116.

• Provide advice on permaculture principles and practices (AHCPER401)
• Design harvesting and storage systems for permaculture products (AHCPER407)
• Manage a permaculture seed bank (AHCPER409)
• Identify and analyse bioregional characteristics and resources (AHCPER406)
• Manage organic soil improvement (AHCORG403)
• Recommend approaches for sustainable community and bioregional development (AHCPER410)
• Design an urban permaculture system (AHCPER403)
• Operate within a sustainable community and bioregional development program (AHCPER411)
• Plan and implement permaculture works (AHCPER404)
• Select appropriate technology for a permaculture system (AHCPER405)
• Evaluate suitability of species as solutions for permaculture applications (AHCPER413)
• Cost a project (AHCBUS407)

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Reiki Level 2

Continue on your Reiki journey as we explore the symbols in healing, then learn to draw and use these symbols. We will explore the power of distance healing, house and space clearings and hands on healings. In Reiki Level II we dive into the chakras and the energy bodies, learning how to balance, cleanse and clear any blocks preventing you from moving forward in your life. Deepen your healing journey through expanding your healing abilities & join us for an enjoyable insightful... [More]

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First Words Advanced

If you enjoy writing and would like to explore it further in a supportive and creative environment where ideas flourish, join us. Whether you want to develop the process of short story writing, or larger projects, this course will be invaluable. Together we will delve into technique and theory, while learning how to develop our stories. We will use constructive feedback, understand the role of the inner critic and touch on research toward publication. What to bring Pen and paper... [More]

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Power Pinterest - Online Class

This course will teach you how Pinterest works, how great Pinterest design looks like and how to build up your amazing Pinterest platform. We will simply look at how you can get the best out of this overlooked social media powerhouse. Pinterest is the least used social media platform in Australia and yet, if your products or services can be sold outside of Australia, Pinterest is a must! And Pinterest is easy! Pinterest consumers want to buy, and they want to be inspired to buy.... [More]

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Visual Art - Plant Life Drawing 2

This 8-week course will extend your creative focus as we explore the work of significant artists while studying plants and natural forms through a variety of mediums and processes. Experimenting with a range of drawing and painting techniques, exploring composition, mark-making and materiality, you will be guided through working on both small format to large scale compositions. You do not need prior experience for this course - it is for anyone (from complete beginners to... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency.

• Use oral communication skills to participate in workplace meetings (FSKOCM004)
• Use short and simple strategies to organise highly familiar workplace tasks (FSKLRG016)
• Write routine workplace texts (FSKWTG009)

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Advanced Floristry

Expand your floristry knowledge even further with our new Advanced Floristry course. This course is designed for students who have completed our Introduction to Floristry and Floristry Intermediate courses or those who have some basic floristry experience. Each week offers the opportunity to learn and create six different floral designs ranging from, professionally wired wrist corsages to stunning garden style bouquets and complimentary table arrangements. Once complete all of... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency.

• Use oral communication skills for effective workplace presentations (FSKOCM005)
• Use whole numbers and halves for work (FSKNUM003)

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Bamboo Basics Part 1

Join us for one of the most comprehensive bamboo courses available in Australia. Split into 2 parts and held at the Mullumbimby Community Gardens, it is recommended students enrol in Part 1 and 2 to gain the full benefits of this hands on, rigorous bamboo course. Bamboo Basics Part 1: An introduction to bamboo. In this short course you will learn how to harvest good quality bamboo and treat it for longevity. It will also cover how to grow different species of bamboo and how to... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency.

• Use digital technology for short and basic workplace tasks (FSKDIG001)

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