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ACE Adult and Community Education

Funded courses available in Sydney’s Northern Beaches and Mosman area. Apply today.

The Adult and Community Education (ACE) Program has been designed to support people who experience barriers to training and employment. The Program will deliver short course training to eligible participants to give them the necessary skills and knowledge to move into further study and/or gain employment. It is part of the NSW Government’s Smart & Skilled training reform. Click here for eligibility information or contact Susan Wilkinson on 9970 1000 or email vet@nbcc.nsw.edu.au.

Introduction to Working in the Health Industry

Thinking about a career as a nursing assistant or an allied health assistant but not quite ready to commit to a full qualification? This fee free nationally accredited short course will provide an introduction to understanding and working in the health services industry. Upon successful completion of this short course you may choose to immediately continue your studies to complete either a nursing assistant (HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance) or allied health... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
  • Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)
  • Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately (BSBMED301)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

This first aid course is Nationally Recognised and provides participants with the skills necessary not only to be a first aid representative in a workplace but also to help family and friends in emergency situations. This unit (Provide First Aid – HLTAID011) describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty. The unit applies to all workers who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education & Care Setting

This course delivers the nationally accredited unit Provide First Aid in an Education & Care Setting (HLTAID012). It has been developed for teachers and carers will give you the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support, management of casualty(s), the incident and other first aiders, in a range of situations in an education and care setting. This is the appropriate course for childcare workers. This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID009)
  • Provide First Aid in an education and care setting (HLTAID012)
  • Provide basic emergency life support (HLTAID010)
  • Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Supporting People with Mental Illness

Course Outline This short nationally accredited course is beneficial for anyone wishing to understand how to better support those who may be experiencing mental illness. This course provides training to meet the requirements of CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues. It is also a valuable course for anyone wishing to equip themselves to support those around them. Course includes information on how to: Identify signs of mental illnesses Appropriately communicate to... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Work with people with mental health issues (CHCMHS001)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Medical Terminology

Course Outline This course has been tailored for those interested in learning the core skills to work proficiently in a medical reception environment. This medical terminology course is suitable for people with little or no medical training, to develop skills to communicate clearly and effectively using medical terminology. This would be a great asset to your résumé if you are interested in gaining employment in this area or if you are currently employed as a medical receptionist... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance HLT33115.
  • Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately (BSBMED301)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Powerpoint 2019 Introduction

Course Outline The skills and knowledge acquired are sufficient to be able to create real-world presentations. You will learn how to add themes, run a slide show, print, publish presentations. Topics will include the following Getting to know PowerPoint: Starting Powerpoint; The Powerpoint screen; Using the ribbon; Using keytip badges; Minimising the ribbon; Shortcut menus; Using shortcut menus; Understanding dialog boxes; Launching dialog boxes; The quick access toolbar;... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Business BSB30120.
  • Create electronic presentations (BSBTEC303)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Introduction to Case Management

Course Outline Are you looking for an opportunity to gain insight into working in the community services sector? If so, enrol in this introductory case management course. You will gain the knowledge to develop and learn skills to be a Support Worker in an ever-changing sector. Learn while you gain a nationally accredited unit for which you will gain a credit transfer if you subsequently enrol in a full qualification course containing this unit, eg CHC42015 Certificate IV in... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management (CHCCSM005)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Kickstart Your Small Business

From crafting a unique value proposition to mastering the art of scaling, this 10 week Zoom course will show you how to turn your business concept into your business reality. Units BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities BSBESB302 Develop and present business proposals What you need to know about this course The course is delivered using a blended learning model which includes face to face Zoom sessions and weekly flexible directed self study hours. Students will need to allow... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Develop and present business proposals (BSBESB302)
  • Investigate business opportunities (BSBESB301)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Build Your Networking Skills for Your Organisation

Learn how to identify, collaborate and maintain networking relationships in your workplace. This taster course will introduce you to the skills and knowledge to provide support to your organisation in building long lasting relationships in the community services sector. If successfully completed, you will receive a Statement of Attainment and a credit transfer for the unit if you choose to continue with CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services. Unit CHCPRP001 Develop and... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (CHCPRP001)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Manage Behaviours of Concern

In this course you will learn useful strategies on how to effectively and efficiently respond to different behaviours of concern of clients, or patients, and how to complete organisational reporting and referrals. Unit Studied CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern What you need to know about this course The course is delivered using a blended learning model which includes face to face classroom sessions and additional flexible directed self study hours. Students... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Respond effectively to behaviours of concern (CHCCCS020)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.