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Nationally Recognised Training
Nationally Recognised Training available in Byron Bay and Mullumbimby.
Get qualified and study locally with a course at Byron Community College.
With a range of Nationally Recognised Training on offer, take the plunge and achieve your true potential with a qualification in one of the following areas.
Permaculture
Child Care
Community Services
Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
Horticulture
Community Dance, Theatre and Events
Massage Therapy
There’s never been a better time to learn new skills. With fee subsidies available for most of our full qualifications through the NSW Government Smart and Skilled program, start your leaning journey and apply today.
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Smart and Skilled
Study in 2020
We are now taking enrollments for the following courses starting in 2020. To receive the latest news and updates please contact the College on 02 6684 3374 or click the ‘Apply Now’ for each course.
CHC30113 - Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care
Looking for a fun and rewarding career working with children? Are you passionate about inspiring children to grow and develop in their early years? This nationally recognised training is the entry level qualification required to work in the child care sector. You will learn about child development, how to support play and learning, behaviour management, nutrition, health and safety and more. You will develop skills in simulated work environments and in work placement, which will...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30113.
- Provide experiences to support children's play and learning (CHCECE011)
- Use an approved learning framework to guide practice (CHCECE009)
- Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (CHCPRT001)
- Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (CHCDIV002)
- Provide care for babies and toddlers (CHCECE005)
- Participate in workplace health and safety (HLTWHS001)
- Develop positive and respectful relationships with children (CHCECE007)
- Support the holistic development of children in early childhood (CHCECE010)
- Provide care for children (CHCECE003)
- Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting (HLTAID004)
- Develop cultural competence (CHCECE001)
- Promote and provide healthy food and drinks (CHCECE004)
- Ensure the health and safety of children (CHCECE002)
- Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
- Use information about children to inform practice (CHCECE013)
- Organise personal work priorities and development (BSBWOR301)
- Support children to connect with their world (CHCECE012)
- Reflect on and improve own professional practice (CHCPRP003)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
CUA30213 - Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events
This qualification is designed to cover a broad range of skills and knowledge that apply to the Performing Arts industry. There will be multiple performance opportunities. Students will develop essential skills to ensure that they can work effectively in the creative arts industry. Throughout the course students will benefit from professional guest specialised sessions, visits to a variety of productions, opportunities to make industry connections and gain practical work...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events CUA30213.
- Create and tell stories (CUAPRF301)
- Apply work health and safety practices (CUAWHS302)
- Assist with bump in and bump out of shows (CUASTA202)
- Assist with marketing and promotion (CUAMKG301)
- Work effectively with diversity (BSBDIV301)
- Support community resources (CHCCD307D)
- Develop basic acting techniques (CUAACT301)
- Plan a career in the creative arts industry (CUAIND304)
- Develop vocal techniques for use in performance (CUAVOS302)
- Integrate rhythm in dance or movement technique (CUADAN301)
- Write content for a range of media (CUAWRT301)
- Develop technical skills in performance (CUAMPF301)
- Work effectively in the creative arts industry (CUAIND311)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
BSB30315 - Certificate III in Micro Business Operations
Set up your own micro business or work as an independent contractor with the knowledge gained through our course: Certificate III in Micro Business Operations. Learn the fundamentals of successful business planning and operations. Studying in a supportive environment with regular constructive feedback, you’ll progress through engaging modules under the guidance of knowledgeable tutors. The Certificate III in Micro Business Operations covers 10 key units of competency that are...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Micro Business Operations BSB30315.
- Determine resource requirements for the micro business (BSBSMB304)
- Develop a micro business proposal (BSBSMB302)
- Investigate micro business opportunities (BSBSMB301)
- Organise finances for the micro business (BSBSMB303)
- Deliver and monitor a service to customers (BSBCUS301)
- Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business (BSBSMB305)
- Maintain financial records (BSBFIA301)
- Organise personal work priorities and development (BSBWOR301)
- Market the small business (BSBSMB403)
- Plan a home based business (BSBSMB306)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
AHC30716 - Certificate III in Horticulture
Do you enjoy working outdoors and have a keen interest in plants? Grow your passion and kick-start your career in this nationally recognised entry level course that will qualify you to work in nurseries, parks and gardens. In this hands-on course you will gain real-world skills and knowledge of working across the horticulture industry. You will learn about irrigation, pest and disease control, plant identification, plant nutrition, pruning, machinery use, how to grow food, work in...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Horticulture AHC30716.
- Operate machinery and equipment (AHCMOM304)
- Contribute to work health and safety processes (AHCWHS301)
- Install pressurised irrigation systems (AHCIRG331)
- Identify plant specimens (AHCPCM303)
- Conduct site inspections (AHCWRK311)
- Provide information on plants and their culture (AHCPCM302)
- Implement a propagation plan (AHCNSY306)
- Collect native seed (AHCNAR305)
- Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas (AHCSOL303)
- Control plant pests, diseases and disorders (AHCPMG302)
- Prepare growing media (AHCSOL301)
- Control weeds (AHCPMG301)
- Implement a plant establishment program (AHCPGD301)
- Perform specialist amenity pruning (AHCPGD303)
- Coordinate work site activities (AHCWRK305)
- Maintain nursery plants (AHCNSY301)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
CHC33015 - Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) provides skills and knowledge to work as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, and Home Care Assistant in an Aged Care Facility or within the Community. A career in Aged Care can be challenging and rewarding. People suited to this profession often demonstrate genuine compassion and empathy towards others. The aged care Industry is a growing sector, providing graduates with flexibility and career options nationwide. Students are...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33015.
- Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
- Support independence and wellbeing (CHCCCS023)
- Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001)
- Facilitate the empowerment of older people (CHCAGE001)
- Provide individualised support (CHCCCS015)
- Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002)
- Provide support to people living with dementia (CHCAGE005)
- Deliver care services using a palliative approach (CHCPAL001)
- Meet personal support needs (CHCCCS011)
- Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
- Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures (HLTINF001)
- Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)
- Provide first aid (HLTAID003)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
CHC33015 - Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) provides skills and knowledge to work as a disability support worker within the Community working with people with a disability, in home or in supported accommodation. A career in Disability can be extremely rewarding. People suited to this profession often demonstrate empathy towards others and a real understanding of all people living in the community. The Disability Industry is a growing sector, providing graduates with...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33015.
- Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)
- Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (CHCDIS001)
- Support independence and wellbeing (CHCCCS023)
- Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
- Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures (HLTINF001)
- Provide individualised support (CHCCCS015)
- Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
- Support community participation and social inclusion (CHCDIS003)
- Provide first aid (HLTAID003)
- Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability (CHCDIS007)
- Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002)
- Follow established person-centred behaviour supports (CHCDIS002)
- Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
AHC33816 - Certificate III in Permaculture
Are you interested in learning permaculture skills to help make lives, homes and communities more sustainable? We offer the opportunity to immerse yourself in sustainable living in Byron Shire, in the green heart of the North Coast. Make like-minded friends in this highly practical course as you gain experience and confidence to transition your life and the lives of others towards a better future. You will learn and be inspired by natural ecosystems, holistic philosophy integrating...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Permaculture AHC33816.
- Coordinate preparation and storage of permaculture products (AHCPER313)
- Install structures for permaculture systems (AHCPER310)
- Maintain integrated plant and animal systems (AHCPER303)
- Conduct site inspections (AHCWRK311)
- Install and maintain permaculture water systems (AHCPER309)
- Select plant and animal species for permaculture systems (AHCPER316)
- Research and communicate information on permaculture principles and practices (AHCPER301)
- Prepare raw materials and compost feedstock (AHCPHT307)
- Plan propagation activities for a permaculture system (AHCPER318)
- Test, improve and maintain healthy soil in a permaculture system (AHCPER319)
- Manage plant pests, diseases and disorders in a permaculture system (AHCPER320)
- Establish an urban permaculture system (AHCPER308)
- Plan organic garden and orchard systems (AHCPER312)
- Develop recommendations for integrated plant and animal systems (AHCPER302)
- Implement crop maintenance and harvesting programs for permaculture systems (AHCPER305)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
CHC42015 - Certificate IV in Community Services
Have you always wanted to work in or progress your career in the community services sector? This course will give you the practical skills and knowledge to work with a diverse range of people in community, residential and health care settings. You will learn how to respond to client needs, follow safe work practices, undertake person-centred care and communicate in a community services environment, as well as a variety of other valuable skills. On completion of the course you will...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Community Services CHC42015.
- Develop strategies to address unmet needs (CHCCCS008)
- Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability (CHCDIS007)
- Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
- Work within a community development framework (CHCCDE003)
- Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
- Facilitate individual service planning and delivery (CHCCCS006)
- Use communication to build relationships (CHCCOM002)
- Assess co-existing needs (CHCCCS004)
- Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (CHCDIS001)
- Provide advocacy and representation services (CHCADV002)
- Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (CHCADV001)
- Maintain work health and safety (HLTWHS003)
- Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (CHCPRP001)
- Engage respectfully with young people (CHCYTH001)
- Work with people with mental health issues (CHCMHS001)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
HLT42015 - Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
Are you passionate about helping others? Interested in how the body works? This nationally recognised training is an entry level qualification into the massage industry. In this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to work as a relaxation massage therapist. Therapists at this level are able to work in a range of settings including private practice, spa/salon industry and aged or palliative care facilities. You will learn anatomy and physiology, a range of...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy HLT42015.
- Provide massage treatments (HLTMSG004)
- Manage the prevention and control of infection (HLTINF004)
- Provide reflexology for relaxation (HLTREF002)
- Establish and manage client relationships (CHCCOM006)
- Provide first aid (HLTAID003)
- Manage work health and safety (HLTWHS004)
- Assess client massage needs (HLTMSG002)
- Confirm physical health status (HLTAAP002)
- Develop massage practice (HLTMSG001)
- Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
- Undertake small business planning (BSBSMB404)
- Manage legal and ethical compliance (CHCLEG003)
- Reflect on and improve own professional practice (CHCPRP003)
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
AHC42116 - Certificate IV in Permaculture
Grow your permaculture know-how into a richly rewarding career and immerse yourself in sustainable living and organic farming practices, right in the green heart of Northern NSW. This course is designed to expand your permaculture knowledge and skills to acquire the resilience to adapt to a rapidly changing world. At the end of this course you will be qualified to work as a project supervisor and designer for permaculture design projects. Your new found expertise will also open the...
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Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Permaculture AHC42116.
- Identify and analyse bioregional characteristics and resources (AHCPER406)
- Evaluate suitability of species as solutions for permaculture applications (AHCPER413)
- Select appropriate technology for a permaculture system (AHCPER405)
- Provide advice on permaculture principles and practices (AHCPER401)
- Plan and implement permaculture works (AHCPER404)
- Manage organic soil improvement (AHCORG403)
- Recommend approaches for sustainable community and bioregional development (AHCPER410)
- Design harvesting and storage systems for permaculture products (AHCPER407)
- Design an urban permaculture system (AHCPER403)
- Manage a permaculture seed bank (AHCPER409)
- Operate within a sustainable community and bioregional development program (AHCPER411)
- Cost a project (AHCBUS402)