Pines Learning Adult Education, Health and Well Being, Languages and Youth programs for Manningham Municipality

Sugar Flowers

Belinda — Wed, 26 May 2010 05:28:23 +0000

In this course you will learn how to make sugar flowers for cake decorating. No previous experience required.

Please ring 9842 6726 or email us for more details at info@pineslearning.com.au

DIY Product Photography for On-line stores

Belinda — Wed, 26 May 2010 05:24:00 +0000

When it comes to promoting products the quality of images can make all the difference. We are offering a 1 day workshop on how to produce high quality photographs followed by a 2 week course on how to set up an On Line Store - all held on Saturdays. Good basic computer skills are required and students need to bring their digital camera and laptop with PhotoShop or Photoshop Elements installed.

Please ring 9842 6726 for more details or email us at info@pineslearning.com.au

PowerPoint for Volunteers

Belinda — Wed, 26 May 2010 05:18:59 +0000

If you need to learn how to create a PowerPoint presentation for your organisation, or maybe wish to capture family memories then this is the course for you. This 2 week course will cover the basics of slide design and animation.

The course will commence on Monday 9 August, cost is $66 (c$59) plus $25 for the manual.

Please ring 9842 6726 for more details or email us at info@pineslearning.com.au

Publisher for Volunteers

Belinda — Wed, 26 May 2010 05:15:29 +0000

This new one week course is designed to help those who want to learn how to create newsletters using MS Publisher 2007. Learn about templates, page design and other program features.

This course will be offered on Monday 26 July at 7-9.30 pm, cost is $36 (c$32) .

Please ring 9842 6726 for more details or email us at info@pineslearning.com.au

File Management

Belinda — Wed, 26 May 2010 05:10:46 +0000

File Management – are you tired of losing files or being in a muddle with files and folders? Then this simple one week weorkshop will help. It covers file naming, managing files and folders, saving to portable devices, burning CDs and more.

This course will be offered on Monday 19 July from 7-9.30 pm, and costs $33 (c$30) plus $17 for manual.

Please ring 9842 6726 for more details or email us at info@pineslearning.com.au

Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning

Belinda — Wed, 05 May 2010 00:10:13 +0000

What is VCAL?
VCAL is an alternative form of learning for students not wanting to complete VCE. It is a recognised and accredited certificate for years 10, 11 & 12. It includes formal learning, work experience and an opportunity to complete VET – Vocational Education & Training.

What will VCAL give me?
VCAL will provide you with academic skills in Literacy, Numeracy, Work Related Skills and Personal Development Skills. As part of your certificate you must also complete a VET course of your choice. This will provide you with a range of vocational skills to be “job ready”, along with a high standard of general education.

What levels does VCAL have?
VCAL has three levels.
They are: Foundation, Intermediate & Senior.

What level would I do?
You would have an interview with the VCAL Coordinator, who will look at your previous schooling, your interests, and your work goals. You will then be placed in the level that best suits your needs.

Contact Alex Acosta on 9842 6726.

Certificate III in Business Administration BSB 30407

Belinda — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 06:00:25 +0000

This updated nationally accredited qualification can provide pathways into the administration, financial and medical fields for employment or further study. The Certificate comprises 10 core and 3 elective units (financial or medical strands). Employability skills are embedded through all units that form part of this qualification. Students attend two days per week (Thursday and Friday) for three consecutive terms commencing Term 3 Semester 2, and one day a week for the final term, Term 2, 2011. ACFE Funded.
It is important that prospective students attend one of the following Information Sessions at which time full details will be given and any queries answered. Please phone the Office on 9842 6726 to register attendance.

Wednesday, 16 June 1:00-2:30 pm
Wednesday, 16 June 7:00-8:30 pm

Testimonial of a Graduating Student:

“I have found this course invaluable in so many ways. The content covers many areas and subjects. Coming from a person that had no office skills when I started, I can now say, that obtaining these skills has led to gaining employment. The tutors are excellent, eager to help in any way they can. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to update or learn new skills”.

See page 6 of Term 2 Brochure for details, ring 9842 6726 or email:

info@pineslearning.com.au

Click here for Term 2 Brochure

Computer Courses

Belinda — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:10:36 +0000

Pines Learning offers a number of general interest computer courses. These popular courses are delivered by qualified and experienced tutors in a supportive learning environment. Each course has a manual/text book or training supplement and class sizes are kept to a minimum.

Click on the links on the right for more information, ring us on 9842 6726 or download the current brochure.

Community Programs

Belinda — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:04:26 +0000

The Community Programs area offers a variety of courses in Health, Wellbeing, Fitness, Languages, Arts,Writing and Personal Development. We have over 70 classes each week throughout the day and evening. Our dedicated, friendly and talented tutors make the community programs a successful and popular choice for students.

Click on the categories for more information, or ring 9842 6726, or download the current brochure.

Computers for Beginners Level One

Belinda — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 08:20:23 +0000

This 8 week course has been designed for those students who have had minimal or no exposure to computers. You will learn and gain confidence in using a mouse; opening various programs; creating and saving simple documents and saving onto transportable devices such as USBs. Once you have mastered these basic skills you will go on to learn how to use your computer for simple word processing tasks such as writing a letter along with gaining some internet and emailing confidence.

Workbook $38 (*ACFE Funded)

See page 7 of the Term 3 Brochure.

Click here to download Term 3 brochure

or email us at info@pineslearning.com.au

or ring us on 9842 6726 for more details.

Certificate II in Information Technology ICA20105

Belinda — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 06:00:25 +0000

This is a nationally accredited qualification that can provide fundamental skills in the Information Technology field for employment and further study. The Certificate course comprises 8 core units and 6 elective units. Many of the units in this Certificate overlap with those required to obtain the Certificate III in Business Administration BSB30407.

Employability skills are embedded through all units that form part of this qualification.

This course will be offered on Mondays throughout Semester 2.

See page 6 of Term 3 Brochure for details, ring 9842 6726 or email:

info@pineslearning.com.au

Click here to download Term 3 brochure

Listen, Learn Live Our Indigenous Culture

Belinda — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:51:54 +0000

Pines Learning is holding two free events – one in early June, the other in July, when you will have the opportunity to hear Guest Speakers Ron Murray, Gnarnayarrahe Waitairie and Monty Pryor.

Bookings Essential on 9842 6726.

Click below for full details:

Listen Learn and Live Our Indigenous Culture

Computers for Beginners Level Two

Belinda — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:19:26 +0000

This course is for the beginner who is already comfortable with the initial basic operations required to use a computer such as mouse manipulation and opening various programs (Computers for Beginners Level 1 or equivalent). Students in this class will continue to build their skills confidence using Word, Email and Internet in more depth and be introduced to the spreadsheet program Excel. Textbook: $38 (ACFE Funded)

See page 7 of the Term 3 Brochure, or email us at info@pineslearning.com.au

or ring on 9842 6726 for more information

Click here to download Term 3 brochure

Certificate III in Business Administration BSB30407 – Current Students

Belinda — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 05:08:51 +0000

Students who enrolled prior to 2010 are reminded that due to changes in funding and eligibility, they are encouraged to complete their Certificate in 2010. An estimate cost has been issued to each student. As the cost for the remaining hours of study differs for each student, the cost for each course is shown as Price on Application(POA*). Students should refer to their personalised estimate. On enrolment students will be required to pay the balance outstanding from their personal estimate. Any queries should be referred to the Program Co-ordinator.
In Semester 2, commencing in July, courses will be offered subject to sufficient enrolment numbers. Current students see page 7 of Term 2 Brochure for details. (New students wishing to enrol in this qualification see page 6 of the Term 2 Brochure)

For more details, ring 9842 6726 or email:

info@pineslearning.com.au

Click here for Term 2 Brochure

Languages – French & Italian

Belinda — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:59:38 +0000

Have you always wanted to speak another language? We offer French and Italian classes from Beginners to Advanced. Join one of these classes and learn some of the basics, such as ordering a coffee or a meal. Great for those wanting to travel or for those who love languages. If you are a new student to our language classes, call the office on 9842 6726 & we will ask our tutor to contact you about the most suitable level for you.

Office Skills

Belinda — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 05:46:56 +0000

This course covers administrative units required for students currently enrolled in the Certificate III in Business Administration and the Certificate II in Information Technology. This course fulfills the requirements of the following units from the Certificate III in Business Administration (BSB30407):

BSBOHS201A – Participate in OHS process

BSBADM307B – Organise schedules

BSBINM301A – Organise workplace information

BSBWOR301A – Organise personal work priorities and development

Textbook: $60 (ACFE Funded)

Ring 9842 6726 for more details.

Italian Beginners – continued

Belinda — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 02:11:35 +0000

Bookings essential

for more information about class times ring 9842 6726 or email

info@pineslearning.com.au

Microsoft Publisher and Powerpoint

Belinda — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 05:15:12 +0000

This course is for students currently enrolled in the Certificate III in Business Administration. Learn how to use program features and design principles to create effective desk top published documents and slide show presentations suitable for the work place. Pre-requisite: Word Level 1 or equivalent. This course fulfills the requirements of the following units from the Certificate III in Business Administration (BSB30407):

BSBITU309A – Produce desktop published documents

BSBITU302A – Create electronic presentations

(ACFE Funded)

for more information about class times ring 9842 6726 or email

info@pineslearning.com.au

Italian 1

Belinda — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 02:11:02 +0000

Please ring our office on 9842 6726 if you are interested in this course and we will ask our tutor to contact you.

for more information about class times ring 9842 6726 or email

info@pineslearning.com.au

Italian 3

Belinda — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 02:10:04 +0000

If you are interested in this course please ring our office on 9842 6726 and we will ask our tutor to contact you.

for more information about class times ring 9842 6726 or email

info@pineslearning.com.au