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Tech Savvy Seniors: Stay in Touch using Zoom

Course Outline Social Isolation doesn’t mean you can’t still stay in touch. Zoom is an easy to use video conferencing tool that you can use on your computer, tablet or phone. You will be able to see, hear and talk to your family, friends and colleagues almost as though they are in the same room! **The trainer will be there to help you to create your Zoom account using your preferred email address. About Zoom Zoom is easy to use video conferencing software with a simple set up. What... [More]

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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)

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An Introduction to the Harp

Course Outline In this tutorial you will be introduced to all that the harp has to offer, from celtic to classical to jazz. No musical experience necessary, just a sense of fun and a love of music. About the tutor Louise Johnson has taught harp both privately and at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music for over 40 years. Many of her students are now professional harpists. She is in demand as a tutor and mentor for youth orchestras, music camps and music schools. In 2014 she founded... [More]

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Drawing with Pen and Wash One Day Workshop

Course Outline Explore combining drawing with pencil, charcoal and inks with wash. Create evocative and imaginative pictures, including landscapes and portraits, with this versatile art technique. Please Bring Bring the following materials: (Approximate cost - $50 - $70) Old fashioned dip-pen with 2 nibs, fine and broad Artline felt-tipped pens, No. 70 and 700 fine point Soft 6B pencil – Derwent “inktense” ink pencil – chilli red colour No.10 synthetic watercolour brush Small... [More]

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Watercolour: Beginners Weekend Workshop

Course Outline Have you ever thought you might enjoy watercolour painting? It’s such a wonderfully soft and expressive medium, quite delicate; but dynamic. Then this relaxed weekend could be just for you. Your facilitator, a master of fine art, will guide you step-by-step through the basic techniques and skills. After spending just two days learning watercolour, you will have attained the confidence to paint pictures you will be proud to show your family and friends, as well as... [More]

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Import Export Workshop

Course Outline This course provides what you need to kick-start your import or export business.  Your experienced presenter is the author of her book, Comprehensive Import/Export Manual, which is included in the course fee. Follow up advice is also available to our students.  Sorry, no concessions. Topics include Factors which contribute to import /export success and avoiding failures Developing an import or export plan Market research Cultural issues Logistics Terms of Trade... [More]

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Introduction to Windows 11

Course Outline Get to know the latest Windows operating system. What’s new and what’s changed from Windows 10? Locate all your favourite tools and learn shortcuts to find your way around. Download apps and customise your system. Topics include What’s new in Windows 11 Customising the Start Menu Working with windows Working with programs Windows search How to install Windows apps Working with Files & Folders Your Microsoft Account Prerequisite Keyboarding and mouse skills. Notes... [More]

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Zoom Training

Please call the office on 9970 1000 if you would like to book a session. You will need to have viewed the zoom links provided in our description above before calling. We are happy to help. [More]

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Kitchen Medicine

Course Outline Prior to the 1970’s the main gathering source for our food, veggies and small goods were not the huge juggernaut supermarkets, and malls of today. Our everyday supplies came from the from local markets, the greengrocer, local butcher, fishmonger, baker and candlestick maker or our garden beds. The family kitchen was a most valuable resource as the first stop medicine chest.Historically our elders would pass this information down – with the increasing fragmentation... [More]

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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)

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