1. Barista – Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee SITHFAB012B with Kristine Carroll. Learn to make espresso coffee, store coffee and maintain commercial coffee machines. Max 4 per class Dates: Saturday 4th May or Saturday 1st June Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm Fee: $155

2. Food Safety Supervisor Certificate with Kristine Carroll. All registered food businesses require a Food Safety Supervisor. This is a one day course which requires the completion of the units SITXOHS002A and SITXFSA001A. Dates: Saturdays 18th May or 15th June Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Fee: $210 3. RCG – Provide Responsible Gambling Services SITHGAM006A with Mark Wakefield. Mandatory training for those working within the gambling sector of the hospitality industry. Dates: Wednesday 1st May or Thursday 27th June Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $150

Mark Wakefield. Mandatory training for those working with alcohol in the hospitality industry. Dates: Thursday 2nd May or Friday 28th June Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $190

4. RSA – Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol SITHFAB009A with

Did you gain your RSA before 2006? As of July 2012, the law requires those who gained their RSA before 2006

to undertake the current RSA course to remain compliant. Call us now to book a course!

5. Apply First Aid & Resuscitation (CPR) Full Certificate, Recertification for your work or new career. This course is offered in partnership with Accredited Training Company and they will issue successful participants with a Statement of Attainment for, HLTFA311A Apply first aid, HLTCPR211A Perform CPR, 22099VIC First aid management of anaphylaxis & 22024VIC Emergency management of asthma in the workplace. Dates Available: Saturdays - 20th April, 18th May, 22nd June or 20th July Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm Fee: $140 (Recertification $120)

6. Resuscitation (CPR) Update Update your CPR now! This course is offered in partnership with Accredited Training Company and they will issue successful participants with a Statement of Attainment for HLTCPR211A Perform CPR. Dates Available: Saturdays - 20th April, 18th May, 22nd June or 20th July Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $60

7. Chainsaw Operations Level 1 or 2 with Mal Hall. This two-day course allows for safe operations and effective maintenance of chainsaws. Units covered are AHCOHS201A – Participate in OHS Processes; and AHCARB205A – Operate and maintain chainsaws. Date: Thursday 16th May Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm Fee: $425 8. NSW White Card – Construction Induction CPCCOHS1001A with Lachlan Campbell. Mandated OHS induction requirements for working in the construction industry. Expression of Interest - Call for details. Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm Fee: $130

9. Develop Keyboarding Speed & Accuracy BSBITU307A Learn to enter text and data with touch typing techniques. Self-directed learning at home. On successful completion of this unit, students will be assessed in accordance with AS 2708: 2001 and issued with a speed and accuracy statement. Start anytime. Fee: $120

10. Marine Radio Operators Certificate MROVCP with John H Purcell CMDR. This course aims to qualify owners or operators of a VHF radio on small boats as it is a requirement that they hold a MROVCP (Marine Radio Operators VHF Certificate of Proficiency) as issued by the Office of Maritime Communications (OMC) this is for use in Australia and is recognised worldwide. Run by expression of interest Fee: $125

11. Boat Licence with John H Purcell CMDR. Learn the fundamentals of safe and efficient boat handling. Held at Volunteer Coastguard Headquarters. Dates: Saturday’s 27th April, 25th May or 29th June

This course is for anyone who is a commercial user of agricultural chemicals. At the end of the course you will have the basic knowledge to use farm chemicals correctly and safely. The certification is valid for 5 years. Units completed are AHCCHM201A – Apply chemicals under supervision; AHCCHM304A – Transport, handle and store chemicals and AHCCHM303A – Prepare and apply chemicals. Dates: Monday’s 6th and 13th May Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm Fee: $330

Time: 9.00am - 1.30pm (NSW maritime licence fee also applies) Fee: $60 12. Chemical User Accreditation with David Neave.

13. Chemical User Reaccreditation with David Neave. This one-day course is for people who wish to renew their chemical user accreditation. Date: Monday 13th May Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm Fee : $210

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technology, music and leisure.

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through accredited qualifications and compliance training.

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Term 2 Course Guide 2013 Call in to see us at Shop 9, Murwillumbah Plaza, Main Street, Murwillumbah. Ask about flexible payment options for accredited courses and concession prices for lifestyle courses for pensioner and health card holders and people

currently unemployed. Discounts apply if more than one course is booked at the same time.

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14. Certificate I in General Education for Adults – Introductory (CGEA) 21771VIC with Kay Jefed. Inclusive education for people who struggle in traditional classroom settings. Date: Wednesdays – ongoing Time: 1.00pm - 4.00pm Fee: $5 (per session) Join Anytime

15. Certificate II in General Education for Adults (CGEA) 21773VIC Year 10 equiv with Kay Jefed. This course is for people who have not previously achieved a Year 10 qualification. Date: Wednesdays – ongoing Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $5 (per session) Join Anytime

16. Certificate II in Business BSB20107 with Kay Jefed. This qualification may help you gain employment in roles including Administration Assistant, Clerical Worker, Data Entry Operator, Information Desk Clerk, Office Junior or Receptionist. Date: Fridays Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm Fee: $10 (per session) Join Anytime

17. Type Quick Speed and Accuracy Assessment Required by many employers, this accuracy typing test meets the Australian standard 2708:2001. –phone our office to arrange a time.

Fee: $35 Call Anytime

18. Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40110 with Jim Nicholls. This qualification replaces TAA40104 and is a requirement for trainers who deliver accredited training. Date: 14 x Tuesdays Fee: $1795 Expression of Interest - Call for details

19. TAA Upgrade with Jim Nicholls. Needing to upgrade your Training and Assessment qualification from TAA to TAE. Contact the college for more details Fee: $375

20. MYOB Accounts Payable/Receivable General Ledger with Jenny Fitzgerald. On completion Statement of Attainment in BSBFIA303A & BSBFIA304A. Date: 8 x Mondays starting May Expressions of interest Time: 9.00am – 12.00pm Fee: $400

21. MYOB Payroll with Jenny Fitzgerald. On completion Statement of Attainment in BSBFIA302A. Date: 4 x Mondays starting June Expressions of interest Time: 1.00pm - 4.00pm Fee: $235

22. Certificate III in Aged Care CHC30212 with Maralynne Newman. Qualified Aged Care workers are much in demand. This qualification addresses work primarily in residential facilities under direct or regular supervision within clearly defined organisation guidelines and service plans. Staff carry out activities to maintain personal care and other activities of living in an aged care setting Starting Date: Tuesday 23rd April for 26 weeks Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm Fee: $1950

24. Certificate IV in Frontline Management BSB40807 Frontline managers have a significant role in the leadership in their organisation with responsibilities to ensure that teams deliver quality services and products. The purpose of this program is to develop, through learning and hands on practical practice, recognised competencies for frontline and other managers. Attendance 1 day per week for 11 weeks. Date: Expression of Interest for Mid June Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $1500

23. Certificate III in Hospitality SIT30707 with Kristine Carroll. This course is for people who want to work in the food & beverage sector of the Hospitality industry. The completion of this course could lead to work in restaurants, bars, nightclubs, clubs, cafes, hotels, motels, resorts and conference centres. Starting Date: Tuesday 30th April for 26 weeks Time: 9.00am – 3.30pm Fee: $2200

25. Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management AHC31410 with Susan Hennessy. This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in the conservation and land management industry. It enables individuals to select an Indigenous land management, lands, parks and wildlife or natural area management context as a job focus or a mix of these. 1.5 days per week for 26 weeks. Date: Wednesday 17th July Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm Fee: $2200

26. Certificate III in Children’s Services CHC30712 with Thelmara Jermyn. This qualification is for all staff who use individual children’s profiles to plan activities and provide care to children, whilst facilitating their leisure and play in enabling them to achieve their developmental outcomes. One day a week for 26 weeks.

Expression of Interest for Terms 3 & 4 Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm Fee: $1950

27. Certificate III in Disability CHC30408 with Louanne King and Angela Collins. A rewarding course for people wanting to work as a support person for a person with a disability; improving independence, building confidence and developing skills for every day life.

Expression of Interest for Terms 3 & 4 Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm Fee: $1950

Accredited Qualifications - Flexible Entry - At a pace to suit you

Accredited Courses for Work – Complete in 3 months @ 1 day per week

Accredited Qualifications – Complete in 6 - 9 months @ 1 day per week

Some accredited courses are Youth Allowance, Austudy, Abstudy and Pensioner Education Supplement approved to qualifying applicants. Students enquiring about their

Entitlements should call the Centrelink call centre on 132490

28. FREE COURSE!!!! Tech Savvy Seniors with Peter Newell. Learn how to use computers, smart phones and tablets. This training will help you access inform on on the internet and make contact with family and friends. It will cover the internet, emailing, cyber safety, online shopping & banking and social me evah lliw uoY .aidthe opportunity t end beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Date: 5 x Mondays star ng 8th April or 13th May Time: 1pm – 4pm

29. Computers - Level 2 with Peter Newell. Unlock the mystery of computing by going to the next level. Develop your Facebook skills, network with friends; learn how to download images from your camera to your computer. We can help you set up an iTunes account and develop your word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, file management and searching the web skills. Date: 5 x Tuesdays starting 7th May Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $210 Conc: $190

30. Computers for Beginners with Peter Newell. This course is for the absolute novice and will give you real hands-on experience. Topics include: introduction to Windows, file management, word processing, Internet and email. For those new to the world of computers it will help you demystify the jargon. Date: 5 x Mondays starting 8th April Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $210 Conc: $190

31. Give It Your Best Shot – Digital Photography with Peter Newell. This digital camera workshop will teach you how to get the best out of your digital camera. Unravel the mysteries and get pointed in the right direction while you discover the rich features and advantages of this technology and its links with various computer programs. Date: 5 x Mondays starting 13th May Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Fee: $210 Conc: $190

32. Communicate Effectively Through Public Speaking with Sandra Pursey. Most people converse fairly easily with each other but hardly anyone finds it easy to stand up and speak in public. Conquer your fear by coming together in a small supportive group and boost your self-confidence in speaking up. This can be of benefit professionally and personally. Date: 4 x Mondays starting 6th May Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Fee: $110 Conc: $100

33. NEW & FREE !!! How to hold your own – effective debating and logic with Lau Guerreiro. We are all at the receiving end of what seems to be a persuasive logic. Advertising and some public figures can influence you with common techniques that sound reasonable but are logically flawed. Learn the basics of logic so you can express your ideas clearly and powerfully (and so you can make better decisions in your life) Date: Saturday 15th June Time: 10.00am – 2.30pm Fee: FREE

34. Psychic Readings with Kerry Nijam. In this fun and practical workshop you will be introduced to a variety of psychic techniques involving angel cards, pyschometry, telepathy, auras, remote viewing, crystals, reading the human energy field using a pendulum and divining rods. All this and more in a safe and caring environment with Kerry who has over 20 years experience in this field. Date: Sunday 26th May Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $99 Conc: $90

35. Reiki with Kerry Nijam. Reiki is a Natural Healing Therapy that is transmitted by the hands to activate, release and transform subtle energy, promoting health and well-being to the mind, body and soul. Learn how to give a nurturing Reiki treatment that benefits the giver and receiver, providing peace of mind, pain management and relaxation. Date: Sunday 28th April Time 9.00am – 4.00pm Fee: $99 Conc: $90

36. Personal Wellness with Jennifer Press. Jennifer is internationally trained with immense practical experience in the following fields and her classes offer immediate and long term benefits for your health and wellbeing.

QI GONGS TAIJIQUAN (Tai Chi) 5 ELEMENT THEORY MEDICINAL MEDITATION TAO YOGA DRUG FREE PAIN MANAGEMENT EMOTIONAL HEALTH

You are invited to express interest in any of these courses/workshops

Lifestyle Workshops and Short Courses - Discover your passion!

Information Technology and Digital Photography

Wellbeing, Health and Personal Development

Don’t miss out! Enrol now! Call (02) 6672 6005 For more information log on to www.mbahcc.net or

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37. NEW!!!! Design and Landscape Your Garden with Patrick Regnault. This course is designed for anyone interested in learning how to create a landscape design concept for all or part of their garden. Learn the major principles of landscape garden design and how to identify and harmonise living and non living components of your garden. Date: 8 Sundays starting 28th April Time: 10.00am - 2.30pm Fee: $297 Conc: $270

38. Mosaic Workshop with Michael Ambrose. Learn to design and produce your own mosaic work of art. Over a two day workshop learn to cut, adhere, grout tiles, and take home you own unique piece. Date: Sat 13th & 20th April or Mon 3rd & 10th June Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm Fee: $160 Conc: $142 (including materials)

39. NEW!!! ClayWorX with Karin Rumpf. This course is for people who are creative and passionate in using clay to produce contemporary images, plaques and architectural pieces. Karin is a heritage restoration specialist who has worked on the Queen Victoria Building and Saint Steven’s Cathedral just to name a couple. In this 4 week program you will learn scrolling, contemporary designs and organic portrait profile. You will make a variety of items which will be fired for you to keep. Date: 4 Fridays 17th May Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm Fee: $192 Conc: $175 (Extra costs $40 for tool kit and $28 firing fees for 4 pieces)

40. NEW!!! Silver Smithing with Wendy Springfield. In this course you will complete three or more pieces of jewellery in sterling silver. You will learn to design and size your own special ring, a linked chain bracelet and a solid multi component cuff bangle. Skills taught include sawing, filing, sanding, polishing, annealing and soldering precious metal. The course sets you on a path to explore Gold and Silversmithing as a Fine Art and hobby. Date: 3 Saturdays starting 11th May Time: 9.30am – 4.00pm Fee: $190 Conc: $172 (Extra costs $70 for materials)

41. Discover ‘Art in the Paper’ with Bill Klease. Working on paper with mixed medium, participants will be guided towards discovering the ‘art in the paper’. In this one-day workshop Bill will help participants to learn to see art as an experience. What to bring: additional paint, brushes if you like, roll of paper towel & anything you would love to experiment with. Book fast! Limited to 8 places. Date: 2 Thursdays 16th May Fee: $120 Conc: $105 Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm (including materials)

42. Weaving with Recycled Materials with Suzanne Ellem. Learn the universal thread of weaving embraced by all ancient cultures in this one-day workshop which will enhance your creativity. A great way to use natural fibres, recycle your old clothes, linen and fabric. What to bring: fibre or old wares to weave into your mat. Date: Saturday 11th May Time: 9.30am – 3.30pm Fee: $65 Conc: $55

43. NEW!!! LATIN SPANISH with Dhana Vasquez. Latin Spanish is the language of passion and vitality spoken in many countries throughout the world from Europe to South America. Dhana is Peruvian and will introduce you to the magical flavours and nuances of this vibrant language. This course will be invaluable for travellers or those with an interest in Latin Spanish cultures. Date: 7 Thursdays starting 2nd May Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm Fee: $190 Conc: $172

A daytime course will be held by expression of interest

46. FRENCH for Beginners with Corinne Voinet. French is the language of love, fine arts, of fashion and one of the world’s most fascinating destinations. Our course focuses on practical communication in small classes with our friendly, native French tutor. You will learn how to pronounce phrases with confidence and communicate successfully. Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm Date: 7 Fridays starting 3rd May Fee: $190 Conc: $172 47. FRENCH Intensive with Corinne Voinet This course is for students who can already speak and read some basic French confidently and want to go further in preparation for travel or to delve even further into French culture. Time: 1.00pm to 4.00pmDate: 7 Fridays starting 3rd May Fee: $250 Conc: $237

44. Piano for Beginners with Beth Stewart. Come and learn to play piano, no experience is needed. Develop your skills with interesting exercises and learn to play some lovely pieces. Date: 7 Mondays starting 13th May Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Fee: $235 Conc: $210

48. Joy of Singing with Wendy Grace. Are you convinced you cannot sing? This workshop will change your mind completely and help you rediscover the pleasure in singing with others in a friendly and supportive group. Date: Saturday 11th May Time: 1.30pm - 4.30pm Fee: $50 Conc: $42

45. Piano Elementary and Intermediate Level with Beth Stewart. Do you have some prior experience in learning and playing piano? This course will further develop your skills and ability to play more advanced pieces. Date:7 Mondays starting 13th May Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm Fee: $235 Conc: $210

49. NEW!!! Rhythm Guitar with Lau Guerreiro. Guitar strumming techniques – Can you play a few chords? Learning to strum properly is as important as learning chords. Basic strumming techniques and practice exercises will improve your playing significantly. What to bring: Guitar Date: 6 Saturdays starting 4th May Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Fee: $125 Conc: $110

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