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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Certificate III In Individual Support (Ageing)

The CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is the minimum qualification required to seek work in the Aged Care industry. This course 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... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33015.

• Provide support to people living with dementia (CHCAGE005)
• Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)
• Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
• Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002)
• Provide individualised support (CHCCCS015)
• Meet personal support needs (CHCCCS011)
• Deliver care services using a palliative approach (CHCPAL001)
• Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
• Facilitate the empowerment of older people (CHCAGE001)
• Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures (HLTINF001)
• Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001)
• Support independence and wellbeing (CHCCCS023)
• Provide first aid (HLTAID003)

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

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... [More]

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 Join the waiting list.

Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care

Looking for a fun and rewarding career working with children? Then why not consider studying the CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care . This nationally recognised training is the entry level qualification required to start work in the child care sector. And with the childcare industry currently experiencing a skills shortage, and NSW Government funded places available, now is the perfect time to take the next step in your future career. The course covers... [More]

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 Join the waiting list.

Certificate III In Individual Support (Disability)

The 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... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33015.

• Provide first aid (HLTAID003)
• Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
• Follow established person-centred behaviour supports (CHCDIS002)
• Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002)
• Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (CHCDIS001)
• Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001)
• Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability (CHCDIS007)
• Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)
• Support independence and wellbeing (CHCCCS023)
• Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures (HLTINF001)
• Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
• Provide individualised support (CHCCCS015)
• Support community participation and social inclusion (CHCDIS003)

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

Certificate III in Permaculture

Permaculture skills and knowledge help make our lives, homes and communities more sustainable. Inspired by natural ecosystems, it is a holistic philosophy integrating organic farming, animal systems, natural building, food preservation, systems thinking, community development and more. Permaculture systems are productive, self-managing, have few inputs and no waste. Byron Region Community College offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in sustainable living in Byron Shire, the... [More]

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 Join the waiting list.

Certificate III In Horticulture

Grow your passion into a career with our nationally-recognised certificate in Horticulture. Learn to grow your own food, work in nursery or secure landscaping jobs. This hands-on qualification gives you real-world knowledge of working across the industry and is suitable for anyone wishing to develop their green-fingered passion. You’ll learn about irrigation, pest and disease control, plant nutrition, machinery use and how to effectively identify plants. You Will Learn Technical... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Horticulture AHC30716.

• Collect native seed (AHCNAR305)
• Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas (AHCSOL303)
• Conduct site inspections (AHCWRK311)
• Apply environmentally sustainable work practices (AHCWRK309)
• Implement a propagation plan (AHCNSY306)
• Control weeds (AHCPMG301)
• Coordinate work site activities (AHCWRK305)
• Operate machinery and equipment (AHCMOM304)
• Provide information on plants and their culture (AHCPCM302)
• Identify plant specimens (AHCPCM303)
• Prepare growing media (AHCSOL301)
• Contribute to work health and safety processes (AHCWHS301)
• Perform specialist amenity pruning (AHCPGD303)
• Implement a plant establishment program (AHCPGD301)
• Install pressurised irrigation systems (AHCIRG331)
• Control plant pests, diseases and disorders (AHCPMG302)

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

Certificate IV in Massage Therapy

Want to change you passion into your proffession? The HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy is an entry level qualification into the massage industry. This course will teach you about the anatomy, physiology massage techniques, communication skills, basic business planning required to run your own massage practice. You will learn how to evaluate common injuries and assist clients to recover from aches and pains, aid relaxation and healing, reduce stress and anxiety and gain... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy HLT42015.

• Manage legal and ethical compliance (CHCLEG003)
• Assess client massage needs (HLTMSG002)
• Manage work health and safety (HLTWHS004)
• Manage the prevention and control of infection (HLTINF004)
• Provide reflexology for relaxation (HLTREF002)
• Develop massage practice (HLTMSG001)
• Undertake small business planning (BSBSMB404)
• Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
• Establish and manage client relationships (CHCCOM006)
• Confirm physical health status (HLTAAP002)
• Provide first aid (HLTAID003)
• Maintain patient records (BSBMED303)
• Provide massage treatments (HLTMSG004)

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

Certificate IV in Community Services

Have you always wanted to work in, or progress your career in the community services sector? The Certificate IV in Community Services 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 gain skills in responding to client needs, following safe work practices, undertaking person-centred care and communicating in a community services environment, as well as a variety of other valuable... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate IV in Community Services CHC42015.

• Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
• Work within a community development framework (CHCCDE003)
• Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability (CHCDIS007)
• Facilitate community participation and social inclusion (CHCDIS008)
• Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs (CHCDIS010)
• Provide advocacy and representation services (CHCADV002)
• Facilitate individual service planning and delivery (CHCCCS006)
• Maintain work health and safety (HLTWHS003)
• Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (CHCDIS001)
• Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
• Assess co-existing needs (CHCCCS004)
• Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (CHCADV001)
• Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (CHCPRP001)
• Use communication to build relationships (CHCCOM002)
• Develop strategies to address unmet needs (CHCCCS008)

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

Certificate III in Community Dance Theatre and Events

NEW! CUA30213 Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events is the national qualification for those who want to work in the Performing Arts Industry. Designed to cover a broad range of skills and knowledge that apply to performing arts, this is a hands-on introduction into a fascinating industry. During the course, we will cover a wide range of acting and performance skills, voice studies, audition techniques, development of a performance portfolio, audio and lighting... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events CUA30213.

• Apply work health and safety practices (CUAWHS302)
• Plan a career in the creative arts industry (CUAIND304)
• Work effectively with diversity (BSBDIV301)
• Support community resources (CHCCD307D)
• Assist with marketing and promotion (CUAMKG301)
• Assist with production operations for live performances (CUASTA301)
• Create and tell stories (CUAPRF301)
• Use music and singing in performance (CUAVOS301)
• Develop basic audio skills and knowledge (CUASOU201)
• Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge (CUAIND201)
• Assist with bump in and bump out of shows (CUASTA202)
• Develop basic acting techniques (CUAACT301)
• Work effectively in the creative arts industry (CUAIND301)

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

Certificate IV In Permaculture

Grow your permaculture interest into a richly rewarding career and immerse yourself in sustainable living and organic farming practices right in the green heart of Northern NSW. AHC42116 – Certificate IV in Permaculture is aimed at people who want to work as project supervisors and designers within permaculture design projects. You will have the opportunity to expand your high-level permaculture design skills and knowledge, working across multi-disciplinary areas with private... [More]

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)
• Operate within a budget framework (AHCBUS404)
• 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)

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