Coffs Coast Community College

PO Box 1930, Coffs Harbour, 2450 Level 1, City Square, Harbour Dr, Coffs Harbour Ph: 6652 5378 Fax: 6651 7183 admin@coffscollege.nsw.edu.au www.coffscollege.nsw.edu.au

SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2013 COURSE GUIDECourse Guide may be subject to change – please refer to our

website for an up to date listing

BOOKING DEADLINE:10 days prior to course start date or course may be cancelled.

Membership: $5.50 for a calendar year entitles you to a 5% discount on every non-accredited course.Concessions: We are no longer able to offer concessions, but encourage you to join as a member for the member’s discount.

Please consider making a donation to Coffs Coast Community College Building Fund, which now has Deductible Gift Recipient Status. Donations $2.00 and over are tax-deductible. Support your College that supports you.

Enrolment & payment (payment must be made at time of enrolment)Online, in person, or by phone; or if enrolling by mail, or by fax, please ring first and make sure there is a vacancy in the class.

Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 4.00pm

Enrolments commence and continue until classes start – or fill from 24th August, 2013.

We accept the following types of payment: Mastercard, Visa, EFTPOS, cash, cheque, money order, invoice, purchase order and direct deposit. Please note that enrolments are not confirmed unless payment or authority to invoice accompanies them.

Refund policy: You will receive a full refund of your course fees if we cancel a course for any reason. If you cancel your enrolment, five working days notice is required in order to receive a full refund of fees paid. If less than 5 working days notice is provided, an administrative fee of 10% of the total course fee (or $50, whichever is the greater) will be deducted from your refund.

However, if you give less than 48 hours notice, or the course has already commenced, we cannot refund your fees unless there are exceptional circumstances which forced your withdrawal. In this case, you must write to the Centre Manager (PO Box 1930 Coffs Harbour 2450) within five working days of course commencement to request consideration for a refund.

A partial or full refund may be approved or declined depending on the individual circumstances of the student. If a student is not satisfied with the conditions under which a refund or partial refund is paid or denied then the Grievance Procedure will apply.

Like some help?Do you have any difficulties with learning, literacy or perhaps a disability? We will do our best to assist you in making our service accessible to you. Please discuss with our staff how we may help you overcome any issues that may make adult learning difficult for you.

Coffs Harbour Community College is a Companion Card affiliate. The "Companion Card" is a government funded, fair ticketing program for people with a significant and life-long disability. The Companion Card enables cardholders to take their supporting carer (companion) to venues and activities, without incurring the cost of their carer’s entry/participation cost. Companion Cards are accepted for all courses held at the College.

Coffs Coast Community College is supported by the NSW Government

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FUNDING MAY BE AVAILABLE FOR COURSES 2 & 3Students are required to provide photo ID at time of enrolment

for all Accredited Courses1B. HLTFA311A Apply First Aid

A First Aid Certificate and Statement of Attainment (HLTFA311A Apply First Aid) is recognised as a pre-requisite for employment and considered mandatory requirement by

many industries and workplaces.  This First Aid Course complies with the National Training Package.The First Aid Certificate is valid for three (3) years.You will be required to register for this course at least one week in advance so that you can complete the pre-course material.

Dates: Saturday 10th August, Tuesday 20th August, Saturday 31st August, Tuesday 17th September, Saturday 12th October, Tuesday 5th November. For further dates, see our website or contact the office

Venue: CCCC – TR2 9:00am to 4:30pm 1 SessionFull Course: $130.00 Update Only: $130.00 conditions apply CPR: $60.00 Morning only

2B. CHC30212 Certificate III in Aged Care (from CHC08 Community Services Training Package)

The following Core Units of Competency will be covered: CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence; CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people; CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia; CHCCS411C Work effectively in the community sector; CHCICS301B Provide support to meet personal care needs; CHCICS302B Participate in the implementation of individualised plans; CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being; CHCWHS312A Follow WHS procedures for direct care work; CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach; HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context. Elective Units of Competency covered are: CHCAC417A Implement interventions with older people at risk of falls; CHCINF303B Contribute to information requirements in the community sector; CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships; HLTFA311A Apply First Aid. N.B: Compulsory components of this course include: Federal Police Check and Work placement of 80 hours in a high care facility (i.e. 2 separate weeks of 40 hours each, conducted throughout the course). Contact our office for an information pack. Enrolments close on 10th FebruaryStart Date: Monday 24th February (Mondays & Wednesdays excluding public & school holidays) Venue: CCCC – TR7 20 Weeks 9:00am to 4:00pm $2,200.00

3B. CHC30712 Certificate III in Children’s Services (from CHC08 Community Services Training Package)

This course has been developed to enable learners to satisfy the requirements for the Certificate III in Children’s Services CHC30712 requiring 15 units – 11 core units plus 4 elective units. The following Core Units of Competency will be covered: CHCCHILD401B Identify and respond to children and young people at risk; CHCCN301C Ensure the health and safety of children; CHCCN302A Provide care for children; CHCCN303A Contribute to provision of nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner; CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework; CHCFC301A Support the development of children; CHCIC301E Interact effectively with children; CHCPR301C Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning; CHCPR303D Develop understanding of children’s interests and developmental needs; HLTFA311A Apply First Aid; HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS Processes. Elective Units and Elements of Competency covered are: CHCCN305B Provide care for babies; CHCORG303C Participate effectively in the work environment; CHCRF301E Work effectively with families to care for the child; HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers; CHCCS310A Support inclusive practice in the workplace; Additional requirement is a Federal Police Check, both of these can be organised through the college. This program will be delivered over 2 days (12 hours) per week on a Tuesday and Friday for a period of approximately 20 weeks. There will be an additional 1 day per week (6 hours) for work placement in a Child Care Facility from week 5 of this course. We will assist you to arrange your work placement. Funding may be available for this course, please enquire. Contact our office for an information pack. Expressions of interest now being takenVenue: CCCC 20 Weeks $2,800.00

4B. SITXOHS002A Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures Ted GreenwoodStatement of Attainment on successful completion of the Unit SITXOHS002A Follow workplace hygiene procedures, from SIT20307 Certificate II in Hospitality (Kitchen

Operations) from SIT07 Hospitality Training Package. This unit is delivered under an agreement with Camden Haven Community College Inc. as the Registered Training Organisation (RTO); RTO ID 90018. Training is held in Coffs Harbour.Dates: Thursday 5th September (1 Thursday) 9:00am to 4:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR2 $110.00

LEARN AT HOMEWe have a diverse range of leisure, business, computer and other courses of interest such as: Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards; Introduction to Flash CS5; Protect Your Money, Credit and Identity; Writing Essentials; Fundamentals of Technical Writing; Drawing for the Absolute Beginner; Creating a Successful Business Plan; Administrative Assistant Fundamentals; Introduction to Natural Health and Healing, Genealogy Basics, Introduction to InDesign CS3, Design Projects for Adobe Illustrator CS2, Wireless Networking; and Learn to Buy & Sell on eBay. These online courses run for 6 weeks duration and you are able to do them in your own time at home. Visit our website: www.coffscollege.nsw.edu.au for a full list and details of all the courses available through the college for online training. Start Dates: 21st August or 18th September, 16th October, 13th NovemberSix weeks, two lessons per week (online) $170.00

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1C. Tech Savvy SeniorsCreating Tech Savvy Seniors - an Introduction to Computers, the Internet and Social Media for the over 60s.This non-accredited course will cover: use, communicate and search securely on the internet, operate a personal computer, use digital devices and use social media for collaboration and engagement. Start Date: Tuesday 15th October 9:00am to 1:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 twice weekly 5 Tues & 5 Fridays $30.00

2C. Introduction to Computers Cyril WoodThis course will introduce you to the world of computing. It will teach you everything you need to know to start using and enjoying your computer. No prior computer knowledge is required to attend this course.Students need to bring a USB flash driveStart Dates: Monday 9th September (day) 9:00am to 12:00pm

Tuesday 10th September (evening) 6:00pm to 9:00pm

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ONLINE COURSES COURSES INCLUDE GST

In-House Training:WE COME TO YOU!

If you would like training for your staff, it can be customised and delivered in-house for your organisation or held here at our venue.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Do you have work skills and experience but no qualifications? Why do a course when you already know how to do the job? Talk to our Training Manager about applying for recognition. You may be able to provide enough evidence to gain a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment or a Certificate for a whole qualification!

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You should be able to use a mouse and be able to open and close different computer programs before you enrol in classes other than beginners. In most MS Office classes, a class copy of Training Manual is supplied. You may purchase extra manuals from us – prices range from $25 to $45 per subject. For all computer classes, students need to bring a USB flash drive to download any files or work.

Camden Haven Community College Inc as the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) RTO ID 90018, will be delivering, assessing and issuing statements of attainment for SITXOHS002A to students assessed as competent in Coffs Harbour

Coffs Coast Community College - Phone: 6652 5378 Email: admin@coffscollege.nsw.edu.au

Venue: CCCC – TR5 6 Mondays or Tuesdays $205.00

3C. Introduction to Computers Kerrie McLeanThis course will introduce you to the world of computing. It will teach you everything you need to know to start using and enjoying your computer. No prior computer knowledge is required to attend this course.Students need to bring a USB flash driveStart Dates: Tuesday 8th October 1:30pm to 4:30pm (4 sessions)

or Saturday 16th November 9:30am to 4:00pm (2 sessions) or Friday 22nd November 9:00am to 12:00pm (4 sessions)

Venue: CCCC – TR5 4 Tues or Fri or 2 Sat $175.00

4C. Everyday Computing Bruce JonesThis is a practical look at using your computer for beginners. We will look at the basics and the “need to know” items. We will look at hardware, software, MS Office, file organisation, Internet, emails, security online and protecting your data and files. Students need to bring a USB flash drive. Start Date: Tuesday 22nd October (evening) 6:00pm to 9:00pm Venue: CCCC – TR5 8 Tuesday evenings $250.00

5C. Microsoft Word 2010 – Basic Level 1 Kerrie McLeanThis course is primarily designed for people who need to know how to use Microsoft Word 2010 incorporating new and easier ways to create documents and provides extra functions. This course will cover many of the features of Word 2010 such as: Explanation of Word Window sections; Word Help Menu; Spell Check; Word Count and Customizing Toolbars. Learn how to create, edit, save and print documents. Master formatting skills such as: Page Layout, Alignment, Cut/Copy/Paste, Text Highlighting, Fonts, Bullets & Auto Numbering, Page Break and Page Numbering and more. This courseware assumes no prior knowledge of Microsoft Word 2010 or creating word processed documents. However it would be beneficial to have a general understanding of personal computers and the Windows operating system sufficient to start applications, locate, copy and move files, and to work with folders and be able to operate a mouse correctly. Course fee includes class manual. Students need to bring a USB flash drive.Start Date: Tuesday 10th September 9:00am to 12:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 4 Tuesday mornings $175.00

6C. Microsoft Word 2010 – Level 2 Kerrie McLeanThis course is a follow-on to the Microsoft Word 2007 Basic course. Extend and complement your basic word processing skills to enable you to create professional display documents utilizing functions such as : Headers & Footers, inserting pictures, symbols, images, charts and files, manipulating images, using text boxes, borders & shading, lines, arrows & shapes, WordArt, watermarks and much more. Master the creation of tables, tabulated documents and columns. Speed up your working using shortcuts, mail merge, styles and auto table of contents. Pre-Requisites: Microsoft Word 2007 Basic is required. Course fee includes class manual. Students need to bring a USB flash drive.Start Date: Tuesday 19th November 9:00am to 12:00pmVenue: CCCC 4 Tuesday mornings $175.00

7C. Introduction to the Internet & Emails Kerrie McLeanThis course will introduce you to the World Wide Web – utilising Search Engines, setting your Home Page, storing “favourite” sites and much more. Learn to access your email via Windows XP / Vista and create a “free” email account (such as Yahoo or Hotmail) available on the Web. After completing this course you will be able to create new messages, reply to messages, send and receive email attachments, insert special features and automatic signatures in your messages, create / use contact lists, manage email folders, save and print messages. Virus protection and correct start up and close down of computer are also covered. Students need to bring USB flash drive.Start Date: Tuesday 10th September 1:00pm to 4:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 4 Tuesday afternoons $175.00

8C. MS Word 2010 – Tips, Tricks & General Usage Bruce JonesThis course is designed for you to understand and learn tips, tricks and general usage of Microsoft Word 2010. Course will touch on: Use of the Ribbon, Time saving tips, Using styles, Keyboard Use & shortcut keys, Text effects, SmartArt graphics. Students need to bring a USB flash drive. Start Date: Monday 11th November 1:00pm to 4:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 4 Monday afternoons $150.00

9C. Windows 8 (BYOD: bring your own device) Bruce Jones So you have windows 8? A little bit different to Windows 7 - so let me help you sort out some of its issues in this short course that will get you back on track. Students are required to bring along their own laptop with Windows 8. Start Date: Thursday 10th October 1:00pm to 4:00pmVenue: CCCC TR3 3 Thursday afternoons $105.00

10C. iPad Basics (BYOD: bring your own device) Wendy TannerThis course will assist you with the many functions and applications of your iPad.

Students will need to bring along their own iPad device. Start Date: Thursday 10th October 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Thursday 31st October 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Tuesday 19th November 1:00pm to 4:00pm Venue: CCCC – TR2 2 sessions $75.00

11C. Android Tablet Basics (BYOD: bring your own device) Cyril WoodThis course will assist you with the many functions and applications of your Android Tablet. Students will need to bring along their own Android Tablet

device. Start Date: Friday 13th September 9:00am to 12:00pm

Wednesday 9th October 6:00pm to 9:00pmFriday 22nd November 9:00am to 12:00pm

Venue: CCCC – TR2 2 sessions $75.00

11C. MS Excel 2010 – Level 1 Kerrie McLeanLearn how to use this powerful Spreadsheet program to take the hard work out of balancing budgets or bank accounts, maintaining accurate petty cash accounts or creating any other documents requiring calculations and number-crunching.Master the use of basic formulae, functions and auto sum to complete your spreadsheet calculations, and then watch your totals update automatically as you add, delete or change items within your spreadsheet! Print your spreadsheet to conclude the process. During this course students will enter and manipulate data and create spreadsheets; format and customize the documents using fonts, alignment and borders; edit and save the work. Conventions for creating files and folders are also explained. Students will need to bring a USB flash drive.Start Date: Friday 13th September 9:00am to 12:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 4 Friday mornings $175.00

12C. MS Excel 2010 – Level 1 Bruce JonesDemystify MS Excel. This is a very useful software program that can make things so much easier. Learn the basics of entering data and creating simple formulae and functions to perform automatic calculations. Also covers basic formatting, alignment, page setup, borders & shading, automatic updating of data, manipulating data, using ranges and creating simple charts. You should at least have a basic knowledge of computer use to attend this course, including opening and closing programs, copying and moving files, working with folders and correctly using the keyboard and mouse. Course fee includes class manual. Students need to bring a USB flash driveStart Date: Monday 14th October 6:00pm to 9:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 4 Monday evenings $175.00

13C. MS Excel 2010 – Level 2 Bruce JonesFor those who have a sound grasp of the basics of Excel and want to take their knowledge a step further. Learn to use some of the more complex functions of Excel, such as IF statements and LOOKUP tables. Also covers simple macros and more complex formatting, as well as personalised application of Excel for your own needs. You need to have completed the Excel Level 1 course or have a good knowledge of Excel prior to enrolling in this course. Course fee includes class manual. Students need to bring a USB flash driveStart Date: Monday 18th November 6:00pm to 9:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 4 Monday evenings $175.00

14C. Outlook 2010 Essentials Bruce Jones Microsoft Outlook is an excellent email and diary management tool which synchronizes seamlessly with other software and devices such as the IPhone. Used by the majority of businesses, knowing how to effectively use the program well is essential. This 4 part series takes you through the main features. Run over four three hour sessions. Students need to bring a USB flash drive.Start Date: Monday 14th October 1:00pm to 4:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 4 Monday afternoons $175.00

15C. Powerpoint 2010 Libby FeezThis is a basic course in creating Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows. It assumes no previous knowledge of PowerPoint but does assume a basic understanding of using your computer to open and close files. Many university assignments require PowerPoint presentations and this program is ideal for creating personal gifts for friends and relatives or to make a splash at your new business function. The only limit is your imagination. Students need to have basic computer usage skills to do this course. Students need to bring a USB flash drive.Date: Saturday 2nd November 9:00am to 2:00pmVenue: CCCC 1 Saturday $75.00

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1MC. Mac for the Beginner John KerrThis course covers the basic operations of a Mac starting from turning on and covers: the way a Mac thinks; the desktop; mouse operation (or trackpad); icons – different types for different purposes, folders; the Menu bar; the Dock; the Trash Can; Creating and naming folders; Moving items on the desktop; and many more of the features on your Mac computer. During this course the applications will be opened so that students can see what the program looks like but does not actually cover using the applications at this stage. Requirements: Students need to bring a USB flash drive and can bring their own laptop

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Start Dates: Monday 9th September 9:30am to 11:30pm Monday 14th October 9:30am to 11:30pm Monday 28th October 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Venue: CCCC – Hub 3 sessions of 2 hours $100.00

2MC. Mastering iPhoto John Kerr Using Computers and Digital Still Cameras. Camera operation and theory, tips for better photos, composition, organising your photos, basic editing, sharing images online. Students need to bring a USB flash drive.Start Date: Friday 18th October 9:00am to 12:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR5 3 Fridays $130.00

1CC. Adobe Photoshop Tools Bruce JonesAn industry leader in Photo manipulation Adobe Photoshop continues to increase its dominance by continual enhancement and support. This is a ground up course, explaining the work environment, its toolbars and pallets, explaining all the tools, selection methods, layers and masks. It covers all the essentials. This course will give you the skill set which will allow you to expand your Photoshop creativity. Students need to have basic computer usage skills to do this course. Students need to bring a USB flash drive.Start Date: Thursday 10th October 6:00pm to 9:00pmVenue: CCCC - TR5 8 Thursday evenings $250.00

2CC. Adobe InDesign for Beginners Libby FeezA beginner’s guide to the powerful desktop publishing software.  This course will teach you the basic skills of getting around InDesign to create your own brochures, flyers, newsletters, posters and other desktop publishing artwork for printing and online distribution.  Pre-requisite/computer skills required:  Have access to InDesign.  Have competent computer and word processing skills. Start Date: Wednesday 16th October 6:00pm to 8:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR4 Hub 4 Wednesdays $175.00

3CC. Using Your Computer to Preserve Your Family History John KerrThis course of three sessions of three hours is about using your computer for many aspects of family history and shows you how the computer can become an indispensable tool in the process.  It covers preserving old photos, slides, documents and film by scanning using different techniques. Course covers: different types of scanners and equipment, repairing old photos, using your computer for creating family trees, the different programs, using the Internet for your family tree and research, connecting with other family members, using your computer to preserve old movies and recordings, creating video interviews of family members, creating a video using interview footage and photos.  A Mac computer will be used but all of the techniques transfer easily for Windows users.Students need to have basic computer usage skills to do this course. Students need to bring a USB flash drive.Start Date: Wednesday 16th October 9:00am to 12:00pm

Wednesday 13th November 6:00pm to 9:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR4 Hub 3 sessions of 3 hours $130.00

1IW. Introduction to Web Site Development Using WordPress Bruce Jones

WordPress started as just a blogging system, but has evolved to be used as a management system and so much more through its widgets and themes. WordPress is web software you can use to create a beautiful website or blog. We like to say that WordPress is both free and priceless at the same time.WordPress requires very little technical knowledge and over 25 million people have chosen WordPress to power the place on the web they call Home.Participants in this course will need to have an email address and be able to access that email address from the college computersExpressions of Interest now being taken for this 8 week course $250.00

2IW. Web Design Bruce JonesCreate a web site for business or pleasure. This introductory course will guide you through the process of creation, hosting, editing, and maintaining a small web site. We will journey through the fascinating world of basic HTML, use of existing resources and templates, and the application of CSS. We will introduce the development program Dreamweaver considered an industry leader in web design applications. A reasonable working knowledge of computers is needed.Students need to bring a USB flash drive.

Expressions of Interest now being taken for this 8 week course $250.00

3IW. Armchair Traveller (Google Earth) Kerry MossKeen to travel but want to find out more first to help you decide about your destination? Google Earth is a fantastic way to get a detailed look at the landscape, the township, and even a street view of where you are thinking of going. Combined with an internet or You-tube search, the world’s your oyster and you can really delve deep to find some truly fabulous holiday destinations! We will help you explore the world using these great tools.Start Date: Thursday 17th October 10:00am to 12:00pm Venue: CCCC – TR3 1 Thursday morning $25.00Start Date: Thursday 14th November 6:00pm to 8:00pm Venue: CCCC – TR3 1 Thursday evening $25.00

1FM. MYOB for Small Business Lorraine DrewLearn how to manage your business using today’s most popular accounting package.  The course covers using MYOB to set up a business, creating a Chart of Accounts, keeping track of accounts payable and receivable, reconciling Bank Statements, the BAS, understanding inventory, creating reports, exporting to Excel and much more. The last two weeks will cover Payroll. Students can enrol for only Payroll if there are any vacancies in the class. Computer literacy is a pre-requisite. Course fee includes class manual. Students will need to bring a USB flash drive. Start Date: Wednesday 4th September 5:30pm to 8:30pm

8 Wednesday evenings $275.00 Wednesday 16th October (Payroll only) 2 Wednesday evenings $115.00

Start Date: Wednesday 30th October 5:30pm to 8:30pm8 Wednesdays $275.00

Wednesday 11th December (Payroll only) 2 Wednesdays $115.00Venue: CCCC – TR5

1CA. Chinese Brush Painting – Birds & Flowers STEPHEN CASSETTARIUsing single brush strokes and double colour loading, with traditional equipment of bamboo brush and rice-paper, to produce fragrant flowers balance with the vitality of birds. For examples of Stephen’s work and profile, visit his website   www.stephencassettari.com. A list of requirements will be available at time of enrolling. This is a two day course. Start Date: Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September 9:30am to 2:30pmVenue: CCCC – TR1 1 Saturday & 1 Sunday $140.00

2CA. Cake Decorating Denise HunterThis is a formal fondant icing course, not soft icing, and during the course you will learn how to make roses, leaves, frangipani, small flowers, side designs, cake covering and decorating and learn many helpful hints during the course. The course will include some pipework using royal icing to enhance your work. Materials required: Ask about the list of requirements that you will need to bring when you enrol.Start Date: Tuesday 10th September 5:30pm to 8:30pmVenue: CCCC - TR1 7 Tuesday evenings $230.00

3CA.Writing Short Fiction Maggie VenessIf you love writing and have dreamed of one day seeing your stories published, this course is for you. Under the guidance of an experienced tutor, you’ll be given the tools you need to sharpen your natural writing skills. Over three enjoyable Saturdays you’ll write several pieces and receive valuable feedback, take part in motivating writing exercises, and be given indispensable reference notes. You’ll also be shown the fundamentals of story structure, voice, character creation, plot development, critiquing, presentation, and much more. Come along and be with like-minded people as you get to know the writer inside you. About your tutor: A popular Coffs Harbour local, Maggie Veness has won National awards for her short fiction as well as having countless stories published in six countries to date. She has been offering fiction-writing courses at the College for four years.Start Date: Saturday 2nd November 9:30am to 3:30pmVenue: CCCC –TR3 3 Saturdays $140.00

1L. Spanish for Absolute Beginners Lady Hernández This course is for people who have no knowledge of the Spanish language at all.  Course contents will include: greetings, numbers, some grammar tips, basic sentence construction, talking about yourself and your family. Start Date: Monday 9th September 5:00pm to 7:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR7 8 Monday evenings $195.00

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2L. Spanish Beginners Level 1 Lady Hernández This course is for people who have completed the absolute beginner’s course and would like to build up more vocabulary and conversation in Spanish.  People who have a very basic understanding of the Spanish language and are struggling to construct sentences in the present tense are welcome.  Start Date: Tuesday 24th September 5:00pm to 7:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR7 8 Tuesdays evenings $195.00

3L. Spanish Beginners Level 2 Lady Hernández This course is for students who have completed the level one course or have a good understanding of the use of present tense and a good range of vocabulary in Spanish. Start Date: Wednesday 25th September 5:00pm to 7:00pm Venue: CCCC – TR7 8 Wednesday evenings $195.00

4L. French Beginners Level 1 Louise DollinThis course is for the absolute beginner. To become proficient in a language is to learn how to hear the sounds that the language is made of. You can progress very quickly when you train your ears to distinguish the sounds that are specific to the French language. Surprise yourself talking, communicating and understanding French! Many technics will be part of the course to make it possible in a easeful and open-minded environment adapted to your level, type of learning and goals.Expressions of interest now being taken for this courseVenue: CCCC – TR3 8 sessions of 2 hours $195.00

5L. French Beginners Level 2 Louise DollinFrench Beginners level 2 builds on what you’ve learnt in Beginners level 1 with a focus on expression and acquiring new and more vocabulary. You will keep refining your hearing capacity and therefore increase your understand of the spoken language. You need to have completed Beginners Level 1 to participate in Level 2 if you’ve never studied French or briefly in your school years. The class is very interactive and participation is the key to progress.Start Date: Tuesday 8th October 6:15pm to 8:15pmVenue: CCCC – TR3 8 Tuesday evenings $195.00

6L. French Intermediate Level 1 Louise DollinIntermediate Level 1 suits all students who have already participated in French Beginners Levels 1, 2 & 3, as well as others who can introduce themselves, speak about their profession or activities, ask for directions, order food from a menu, understand how to use present, progressive present, past, near future and future tenses in French. This class is meant to consolidate your knowledge and expand your vocabulary to support oral expression.Start Date: Monday 14th October 6:15pm to 8:15pmVenue: CCCC 8 Monday evenings $195.00

7L. French Intermediate Level 4 Louise DollinThis course continues on from French Intermediate Level 3. The objective of this class is to practice French through targeted topics chosen by students at the beginning of the term. The goals are to increase vocabulary, polish grammatical points, refine pronunciation and learn new idiomatic expressions of the French language. Specific language technics will be used to help students to overcome any forms of speaking blockages.Start Date: Tuesday 8th October 4:00pm to 6:00pmVenue: CCCC –TR3 8 Tuesday afternoons $195.00

8L. French Conversation Intermediate Louise DollinThe objective of this class is to practice French through targeted topics chosen by students at the beginning of the term. The goals are to increase vocabulary, polish grammatical points, refine pronunciation and learn new idiomatic expressions of the French language. Specific language technics will be used to help students to overcome any forms of speaking blockages.Start Date: Monday 14th October 4:00pm to 6:00pmVenue: CCCC –TR3 8 Monday afternoons $195.00 9L. German Beginners Beate PaschThis course covers basic German conversation and will help you to get around and use basic German language.Start Date: Tuesday 24th September 6:00pm to 8:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR2 6 Tuesday evenings $155.00

10L. Mandarin Beginners Level 1 Simona LiuThis course offers a wonderful, fun and interactive approach to learning the most spoken language in that world. This course would be suited for those wishing to begin Chinese or further reinforce their knowledge and vocabulary in the language.Start Date: Friday 6th September 10:00am to 12:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR3 8 Friday Mornings $195.00

11L. Italian Beginners Level 1 - Day Alessandra BertinazzoThis course is for the absolute beginner. No knowledge of the Italian language is required for entry into this course. Once you have successfully completed the 8

week course you will have gained basic conversation & reading skills and essential basic grammar rules. Start Date: Monday 14th October 10:00am to 12:00pm Venue: CCCC – TR2 8 Monday mornings $195.00

12L. Italian Beginners Level 3 - Day Alessandra BertinazzoThis course is for students who have completed the Italian Beginners Level 2 course and/or have some knowledge about the Italian language. It will build on your basic knowledge of Italian gained in the Italian Beginners Level 2 course. You will have enough vocabulary and the necessary understanding of Italian to be able to exchange personal details, order food and drinks, enquire about the cost of goods and book into a hotel. This course will officially prepare students to be sufficiently ready for a trip to Italy.Start Date: Monday 14th October 1:00pm to 3:00pm Venue: CCCC – TR2 8 Monday afternoons $195.00

1H. Challenging Interactions Shane Fitzgerald(Dealing with mental health issues in a client/customer service environment) A seminar for those employed in situations where contact and communication with people affected by mental illnesses is likely, or possible. The course aims to increase participants’ awareness of the issues affecting people with a mental illness, particularly regarding communication, as well as giving participants strategies that will improve their communication skills, improve their effectiveness in the work environment and improve safety for themselves and their clients.

About the Trainer: Shane Fitzgerald has over 30 years of experience as a registered nurse working in various frontline mental health services. He has most recently worked in the community setting and has been involved in training seminars for a number of government and non-government organisations who provide services to clients with mental disabilities. He is also a qualified teacher with experience in school, adult and ESL education. Start Date: Thursday 19th September 9:00am to 4:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR7 1 day $175.00

(fee includes morning tea and light lunch)

Manual Handling for Health Care Professionals Joan AndersonA three hour training session for Health Care Professionals, particularly those working in Aged Care or Disability Services. The course aims to increase participant’s skills in the use of safe manual handling techniques and equipment to improve safety for themselves and their clients. Start Date: Tuesday 15th October 9:00am to 12:00pmStart Date: Monday 4th November 6:00pm to 9:00pmStart Date: Friday 6th December 9:00am to 12:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR6 1 three hour session $75.00

1LR. Coffee Making for the Business/Home Ted GreenwoodLearn how to make a great coffee for Business or home and recognise the right coffee grind and style to give you a coffee that’s perfect for you. You will also learn the different styles of coffee and how to “texture” the milk to produce your own unique “latte art” designs. This course is ideal for the person with a home coffee machine. Dates: Thursday 19th September 10:00am to 1:00pm Wednesday 16th October 5:00pm to 8:00pm Thursday 9th November 10:00am to 1:00pmVenue: CCCC – TR1 3 hour session $75.00

2LR. Indian Cooking Beginners - Vegetarian Lyn GomezLyn Gomez, from Cochin, India has been running a series of vegetarian / non-vegetarian classes for the past two years. Participants will be provided with recipe sheets and learn three authentic traditional Indian dishes every evening over 4 weeks. Lyn will reveal the mysteries of spices, masalas and cook the

authentic dishes through demonstration and participation.   At the end of the session, you will enjoy the exotic tastes of the meal that has been prepared. Course fee includes ingredients and preparation time.Start Date: Thursday 5th September 5:30pm to 7:30pmVenue: CCCC – TR1 4 Thursday evenings $150.00

3LR. Guitar Social Marek ChodkiewiczThis course is for anyone wanting to explore the guitar’s role in leavening social life – from playing simple melodies (accessible to anyone) through to chord accompaniment, strumming, picking, improvisation, tablature and classical music reading. Students need to bring their own guitar.

HEALTH & WELL BEING COURSES INCLUDE GST

LEISURE & RECREATION COURSES INCLUDE GST

Coffs Coast Community College - Phone: 6652 5378 Email: admin@coffscollege.nsw.edu.au

Start Date: Thursday 31st October 6:00pm to 8:00pm Venue: CCCC – TR2 5 Thursday evenings $130.00