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Smart and Skilled

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

Smart and Skilled is a reform of the NSW Vocational Education and Training (VET) system. It’s helping people in NSW get the skills they need to find a job and advance their careers by offering subsidised course costs.

CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support for Existing Workers

Our delivery of this qualification is designed for people currently working, in the aged care or home and community care sectors. If you have a Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33015 you will receive credit transfer for a number of the units of competency in this course. Undertaking this course will advance skills and knowledge to provide better support and assistance with elderly people’s daily routines, prepare for the responsibility to supervise other workers and... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Ageing Support CHC43015.
  • Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001)
  • Support independence and wellbeing (CHCCCS023)
  • Facilitate the empowerment of older people (CHCAGE001)
  • Meet personal support needs (CHCCCS011)
  • Support relationships with carers and families (CHCCCS025)
  • Manage legal and ethical compliance (CHCLEG003)
  • Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (CHCPRP001)
  • Coordinate services for older people (CHCAGE003)
  • Facilitate individual service planning and delivery (CHCCCS006)
  • Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
  • Implement interventions with older people at risk (CHCAGE004)
  • Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002)
  • Provide support to people living with dementia (CHCAGE005)
  • Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (CHCADV001)
  • Deliver care services using a palliative approach (CHCPAL001)
  • Implement falls prevention strategies (CHCAGE002)
  • Assist clients with medication (HLTHPS006)
  • Provide first aid (HLTAID003)

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

Essential Computer Skills (Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways FSK10219)

Essential Computer Skills (Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways) is an entry level course providing core computer skills. It will introduce students to a range of Windows and other software skills including file management, MS Word, MS Excel, Internet, Email and Zoom to give the student essential IT skills to use in the workplace or in further study. The skills included will support a wide range of industry occupations. (Please note this course is not suitable for Apple... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways FSK10219.
  • Use digital technology for non-routine workplace tasks (FSKDIG003)
  • Use digital technology for short and basic workplace tasks (FSKDIG001)
  • Construct simple tables and graphs for work (FSKNUM013)
  • Research using the internet (BSBTEC203)
  • Operate digital devices (BSBTEC101)
  • Collect data and construct routine tables and graphs for work (FSKNUM018)
  • Use digital technology for routine and simple workplace tasks (FSKDIG002)
  • Use simple strategies for work-related learning (FSKLRG008)
  • Write routine workplace texts (FSKWTG009)
  • Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment (BSBTEC202)
  • Read and respond to simple workplace information (FSKRDG007)

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

CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

This qualification reflects the role of workers who assist teachers and support student learning in a range of classroom settings under the guidance of a teacher or other educational professional. At this level, workers may be involved in facilitation of learning for a range of instructional groupings, including for those students in need of additional support. In these roles, the education support worker sources and analyses information from diverse sources, may work with limited... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support CHC40221.
  • Reflect on and improve own professional practice (CHCPRP003)
  • Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder (CHCEDS056)
  • Provide First Aid in an education and care setting (HLTAID012)
  • Participate in workplace health and safety (HLTWHS001)
  • Support the implementation of behaviour plans (CHCEDS058)
  • Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment (CHCEDS033)
  • Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students (CHCEDS059)
  • Facilitate learning for students with disabilities (CHCEDS051)
  • Assist in facilitation of student learning (CHCEDS047)
  • Work with students in need of additional learning support (CHCEDS048)
  • Supervise students outside the classroom (CHCEDS049)
  • Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
  • Support student mathematics learning (CHCEDS045)
  • Support student literacy learning (CHCEDS046)
  • Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (CHCPRT001)
  • Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures (CHCECE054)
  • Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander education (CHCEDS050)

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

BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management

Gain the skills to step up as a Project Manager or Team Leader. Learn to effectively manage stakeholder relationships, budgeting and deadlines, and build transferable knowledge to succeed in project management roles across a range of industries. This course is for those wanting project leadership and management roles and the responsibility for achieving project objectives. Acquire a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical and managerial... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Diploma of Project Management BSB50820.

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

CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services

This qualification can lead to work in many areas within community services covering a range of person-centred services to individuals and/or groups. Embrace a rewarding career in community services and help people in the community regain more control over their lives and future. Undertaking formal studies to become a qualified community service worker will present a range of entry point employment opportunities in many community services fields including residential services,... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Community Services CHC42021.
  • Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
  • Use communication to build relationships (CHCCOM002)
  • Provide loss and grief support (CHCCCS017)
  • Work with people with mental health issues (CHCMHS001)
  • Facilitate the empowerment of older people (CHCAGE001)
  • Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (CHCADV001)
  • Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence (CHCDFV001)
  • Engage respectfully with young people (CHCYTH001)
  • Work in an alcohol and other drugs context (CHCAOD001)
  • Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (CHCPRP001)
  • Assess co-existing needs (CHCCCS004)
  • Respond effectively to behaviours of concern (CHCCCS020)
  • Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
  • Work within a community development framework (CHCCDE019)
  • Recognise and respond to crisis situations (CHCCCS019)
  • Manage personal stressors in the work environment (HLTWHS006)
  • Develop and deliver community projects (CHCCDE023)
  • Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002)
  • Reflect on and improve own professional practice (CHCPRP003)
  • Plan and conduct group activities (CHCGRP002)
  • Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness (CHCSOH013)
  • Facilitate and review case management (CHCCSM013)
  • Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
  • Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (CHCDIS011)
  • Facilitate individual service planning and delivery (CHCCCS006)

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

HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care)

Working in the health industry is rewarding, flexible and motivating. Every day is different, with a vast array of patients and health professionals working together with each other. The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance HLT33115 has no entry requirements and is a nationally recognised qualification that will open up the opportunity for you to gain entry level employment working as an assistant in nursing, nursing support worker or patient support worker. This... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance HLT33115.
  • Respond effectively to behaviours of concern (CHCCCS020)
  • Participate in workplace health and safety (HLTWHS001)
  • Prepare and maintain beds (CHCCCS012)
  • Provide non-client contact support in an acute care environment (HLTAIN002)
  • Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)
  • Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment (HLTAIN001)
  • Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001)
  • Assist with movement (CHCCCS002)
  • Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately (BSBMED301)
  • Organise personal work priorities and development (BSBWOR301)
  • Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
  • Transport individuals (CHCCCS026)
  • Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
  • Work with people with mental health issues (CHCMHS001)
  • Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control (HLTINF006)

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

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50121 addresses the skills and knowledge required to provide care for individuals and groups of children, and to plan activities facilitating their leisure and play, enabling them to achieve their developmental outcomes. This newly updated qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50121.
  • Nurture creativity in children (CHCECE043)
  • Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum (CHCECE048)
  • Reflect on and improve own professional practice (CHCPRP003)
  • Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing (CHCECE042)
  • Work in partnership with children's families (CHCECE050)
  • Manage team effectiveness (BSBTWK502)
  • Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children (CHCECE046)
  • Develop and use emotional intelligence (BSBPEF502)
  • Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children (CHCECE045)
  • Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children (CHCECE041)
  • Embed environmental responsibility in service operations (CHCECE049)
  • Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service (CHCECE044)
  • Analyse information to inform children's learning (CHCECE047)
  • Respond to grievances and complaints about the service (CHCECE053)
  • Establish innovative work environments (BSBSTR501)

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

BSB40320 Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship & New Business

The qualification provides training to teach you how to establish legal and risk management requirements, develop a small business plan including finances, market your business, develop customer service strategies, promote innovation, promote products and services, recruitment and selection of staff and more. Whether you’re already involved in an established operation or considering setting up your own small business venture, this course will help you develop the skills you need to... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business BSB40320.
  • Coordinate recruitment and onboarding (BSBHRM415)
  • Develop and present business proposals (BSBESB302)
  • Market new business ventures (BSBESB404)
  • Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures (BSBESB402)
  • Develop a social media strategy (SIRXMKT006)
  • Research and develop business plans (BSBESB401)
  • Build and maintain business relationships (BSBTWK401)
  • Plan finances for new business ventures (BSBESB403)
  • Investigate business opportunities (BSBESB301)
  • Develop a basic website for customer engagement (SIRXOSM005)

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

Basic Computer Skills for Non English Speakers

This course is designed for beginner English speakers looking to gain practical computer and communication skills. Learn the language of computers and how to create a simple text document. Units Studied FSKDIG001 Use digital technology for short & basic workplace skills FSKOCM002 Engage in short and simple spoken exchanges at work FSKRDG006 Read and respond to simple informal workplace texts How will I Learn? Face-to-Face classroom training delivery Trainer will guide you through... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Use digital technology for short and basic workplace tasks (FSKDIG001)
  • Read and respond to simple informal workplace texts (FSKRDG006)
  • Engage in short and simple spoken exchanges at work (FSKOCM002)

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

Polishing Your Resume & Interview Techniques

Prepare to enter or re-enter the workforce with confidence. This course will help you craft a clear and impactful resume and teach you essential techniques for succeeding in online or face to face job interviews. Units Studied FSKLRG007 Use strategies to identify job opportunities FSKOCM004 Use oral communication skills to participate in workplace meetings BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment How will I Learn? Face-to-Face classroom training... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Use strategies to identify job opportunities (FSKLRG007)
  • Use oral communication skills to participate in workplace meetings (FSKOCM004)
  • Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment (BSBTEC202)

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