Short courses and skill sets

The aim of this short course is to build the advocacy skills of individuals who support others within the disability and mental health community. This includes people who hold formal work roles and those who care for others within their family and friendships.

This training will improve the self- advocacy skills of the broader community. You will learn how to support individuals to identify their needs and their rights, create a self-advocacy plan and how to support individuals through the advocacy process.

The accredited unit within this short course include CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self-advocacy

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to manage risks associated with chemical use, and to understand your obligations in the areas of duty of care, quality assurance and environmental management.

Participants will learn on a practical level how to improve their integrated pest management programmes, to better choose the right chemical for the job and to apply it more accurately.  The course is designed for people who will be spraying chemicals without supervision.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units: AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases and AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals

This one-day course is an essential update for primary producers in all aspects of chemical use and is designed to maintain AusChem WA accreditation. It covers new information in environmental safety, personal and occupational health and safety, legislation, spraying and calibration techniques, residues and resistance to chemicals.

This course is suitable for:

•     farmers/food producers
•     people employed by a shire (not those contracting to a shire)
•     DEC employees spraying on DEC land
•     National Resource Management employees spraying on their land (not contract sprayers doing the job)
•     mine rehabilitation and weed eradication employees where they are spraying on mine land.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

The Auslan Level 3 course is available for everyone who wishes to learn Australian Sign Language (Auslan) to communicate with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community across the Western region of Victoria and in Western Australia

Topics covered in the this course include:

• Learn new topic signs
• Engage in topic conversations
• Learn how to translate in Auslan from story books
• Interactive group activities
• Suitable for advanced students who have completed Auslan Level 2

The Auslan Level 1 course is available for everyone who wishes to learn Australian Sign Language (Auslan) to communicate with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community across the Western region of Victoria and in Western Australia.

Topics covered in the this course include:

• Learn about Deaf Community, Deaf Culture, Grammar and Structure
• Handshapes and Facial Expressions
• Various Australia Sign Language topics
• Interactive group activities
• Suitable for beginners

The Deaf Awareness Training course area available for everyone who wishes to learn Australian Sign Language (Auslan) to communicate with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community across the Western region of Victoria and in Western Austraila

Topics covered in the this course include:

• Learn new topic signs
• Auslan storytelling
• Interactive group activities
• Suitable for Intermediate level students who have completed Auslan Level 1

Description

This course is for those seeking to obtain the mandatory licence required to meet Health Department requirements for a Pest Management Technician licence if you are spraying chemicals for commercial gain.
If only a backpack or hand held device is used for spot spraying then this course is suitable.
It may lead to employment in Lawn & Garden, Landscaping, Bushland & Mine Site Rehabilitation.

Skills and knowledge elements include:
    Common weeds found in WA
    Common weed controls used in WA (following Integrated Pest Management strategies)
    Safe disposal of chemical residue and containers
    Correct Personal Protective Equipment for selected control measures
    Understanding a chemical label, schedules and use of chemicals
    Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
    Groups of chemicals and their formulations

The Backpack course is held over three days, covering three units of competency.

Those that enrol in the Boomspray course attend the first three days and then two additional days to complete the extra three units.

Participants will learn to safely and competently use chemicals to control pests, weeds and diseases in a range of contexts.
The course covers legislation, labelling, personal and environmental safety, pest management, application, record keeping and managing risk.

Participants will learn on a practical level how to improve their integrated pest management programmes, to better choose the right chemical for the job and to apply it more accurately.  The course is designed for people who will be spraying chemicals without supervision.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

• AHCPMG301 – Control weeds
• AHCCHM307 – Prepare and apply chemicals to control pests, weeds and diseases
• AHCCHM304 – Transport and store chemicals

This theory and practical workshop based course starts with the growing and roasting of the beans and leads you through the process of extracting the perfect espresso and making the complete menu of espresso drinks.

You will learn, understand and put into practice the basics of espresso coffee. Also included is coffee cultivation and processing, roasting and blending, different coffee styles, coffee bean storage, grinder setting, adjustment and milk texturing and espresso machine cleaning.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.

•     SITXFSA001 Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety
•     SITHFAB005 Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee

The Beekeeping Taster Short Course is a one day interactive workshop in which participants will be familiarised with basic equipment and tools for safe use of required beekeeping equipment. This in a non-accredited one day workshop.

The day includes

• Apiary tour
• Feeding bees
• Equipment and tools
• Honey Tasting
• Flora Walk
• A take home gift

Learn all you need to know to start brewing your own great beers in this one-day short course delivered by an industry professional.
This course will provide you with the basic tools of full grain brewing to allow you to brew a fantastic beer. It will explain the equipment you need, discuss the ingredients required, and provide hands-on practice and some smart tips!
It gives you an excellent start to becoming a great home brewer.

The Broadacre Harvest Operations Skill Set will give anyone new to the agricultural industry the skills and knowledge to safely undertake employment for harvest operations in the broadacre sector. You will gain the knowledge to safely operate a range of machinery used for harvest, for example a tractor, header, auger and chaser-bin.
This skill set is ideal for anyone wanting to enter the agricultural industry and gain employment as a farm worker during harvest. It may appeal to school leavers, career changers, or anyone wanting to update their skills according to current industry practices and equipment.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following units

• AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes 
• AHCMOM305 Operate specialised machinery and equipment
• AHCBAC308 Undertake agricultural crop harvesting activities

The Business Ready skill set will give you the skills and knowledge required to deliver all aspects of customer service including how to create a relationship with customers, identify their needs, deliver services or products and process customer feedback. You’ll also learn how to use business technology and produce business documents, follow work health and safety (WHS) and emergency procedures and instructions, and use computer software and organise
electronic information and data.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines.

This unit applies to all workers who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Specific licensing / regulatory requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training should be obtained from the relevant national/state/territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authorities.

Fastrack your entry in the exciting hospitality industry with the Cafe Hospitality skillset course. The 5-day program will give you training in making expresso coffee (barista), customer service, food safety, making and preparing sandwiches.

The course also has a Job Connect focus, where participants will be supported to develop their resume and meet with local hospitality employers to discuss potential job opportunities at the end of the program.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.

SITHFAB005 - Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITXCCS006 - Provide service to customers
SITHCCC003 - Prepare and present sandwiches
SITXFSA001 - Use hygienic practices for food safety

This course covers the process of maintaining, preparing and operating hand-held chainsaws in a work environment.

These skills can be transferred to the homestead, are useful for home gardners and could lead to employment in parks and gardens or landscaping.

You will gain skills and knowledge in understanding the correct type of chainsaw for a particular task, how to use the chainsaw, maintain the chainsaw and store suitable personal protective equipment.

You will also carry out routine checks and maintenance on a chainsaw, apply appropriate chainsaw techniques, cutting methods according to manufacturer’s specifications and documented low risk work procedures; assess and minimise environmental impacts of chainsaw use; maintain records of chainsaw training and certification, risk assessment and use.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit AHCMOM213 Operate and Maintain Chainsaws

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to follow instructions and direction for safe handling, storage and use of chemicals.

The unit applies to individuals who undertake a range of defined routine activities alongside a supervisor in most situations. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters and identify and seek help for simple problems.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit AHCCHM101 Follow basic chemical safety rules

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to enter and work in confined spaces in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.

In this course you will learn the requirements for working in confined spaces including:

•  timely completion of entering and working in confined spaces safely
•  work within a confined space and compliance with the permit conditions
•  procedures, records and techniques,
•  knowledge of the legislation and relevant standards
•  site/organisation risk assessment guidelines,
•  use and maintenance of appropriate PPE and more.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit RIIWHS202E Enter and Work in Confined Spaces

To remain current, it is recommended that you complete this course every two years

This course applies to a person who is required to control the evacuation of personnel from the workplace to a muster point and includes moving mobility/sensory impaired people including persons with either temporary or permanent sensory impairment and casualties, or others who require assistance during an evacuation.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit PMAOMIR210 Control Evacuation to Muster Point

In this course you will learn about:

• Mixed media techniques
• Sourcing inspiration
• Presenting ideas
• Self-directed mixed media artworks

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

BSBCRT101 Apply critical thinking techniques
CUAPPR201 Make simple creative work
CUARES202 Source and use information relevant to own art practice

Retail, finance, pharmacy, hospitality, business, tourism... what industry doesn’t have customers? Good customer service and communication skills are highly valued by employers in many different industries and areas of work. This skill set will get you job ready with the exact skills you need.

You will learn how to communicate effectively and provide quality service to both internal and external customers and deal effectively with people from a range of social and cultural groups with respect and sensitivity. You’ll also gain negotiation, conflict management and problem solving skills.

Additionally you’ll learn how to follow infection prevention and control policies and procedures, implement standard and transmission-based precautions and respond to infection risks in the workplace within a customer service context.

This course covers basic printmaking techniques and is designed for anyone that is keen to learn a variety of printmaking techniques such as:

• drypoint etching
• relief printing
• monoprinting​​​​​​

You will get to create and take home some exciting original prints.

All course materials are provided.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units CUAPRI201 Develop Printmaking Skills

Join us for a fun introduction to the world of colour. Exploring a range of painting styles, methods and techniques to help you build skills and develop your own personal style. 

Colour mixing, value, composition, abstract, still life and expressionist painting will all be covered in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units CUAPAI201 Develop Painting Skills

This skill set has been designed for individuals who wish to meet competency requirements for a broad range of digital literacy skills including the use of basic computing, web searching and basic applications software.

• Operate presentation packages
• Use, communicate and search securely on the internet
• Operate a personal computer
• Operate spreadsheet applications
• Operate word-processing application

Get the most out of your digital camera and unleash your creative potential by discovering how your camera really works, in this intensive two-day workshop. Learn the fundamentals and advantages of using manual modes and controlling shutter speed, aperture and ISO, so you can progress to the next level of creative photography.

This course offers a blend of helpful theory in easy-to-understand terms, clear demonstrations and student practicals, so you can learn how to put the theory into practice in a fun and supportive environment. Aimed at those who have the vision but don’t know how to use their camera to get there, this course will guide you towards gaining new skills and confidence to action that vision. Course notes are included.

Topics covered in this course include:

•     Getting to know your DSLR camera and how it works
•     How to control the camera using manual modes, shutter speed, aperture and ISO controls
•     Focusing
•     Using your camera's light meter
•     Understanding exposure
•     Choosing the right lens for the job
•     File formats – convenience versus quality
•     Qualities of light, how and when to use it
•     Composition
•     Editing in camera
•     Photography genres - finding your own style
•     Reviewing your work and learning from feedback
•     Storing your files

This is a non-accredited shortcourse

This Skill Set provides an opportunity for existing workers to build on their knowledge and skills within the disability sector. Working within the social model of disability and from a strengths-based and human rights perspective, you will learn to empower individuals to reach their personal goals.

CHCDIS001 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach

CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

CHCDIS003 Support community participation and social inclusion

CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to perform slinging techniques, including the selection and inspection of lifting gear and directing the crane operator in the movement of a load when the load is out of view of the operator.

The work described in this course relates to the National Standards for licensing persons performing high risk work. On successful completion of this course you will be able to apply for a high-risk licence through Worksafe.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit:   

CPCCLDG3001    Licence to Perform Dogging

In this course you will develop your skills to communicate and share in an arts environment and experience:

• Drawing from nature
• Drawing from the landscape
• Observational drawing
• Figure drawing
• Experimental drawing

On successful completion of this course students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units:
BSBWHS201 – Contribute to health and safety of others
CUADRA201 – Develop drawing skills
BSBMM101 – Apply basic communication skills

This course is suitable for beginners and people wanting to refresh their skills.
Learn how to see like an artist with this foundation drawing course.
You will learn fundamental techniques such as expressive line, tone, perspective and proportion, as well as how to use drawing materials.

Exercises explored in this course include:
    Still life
    Perspective
    Tonal Drawing
    Mark making & mixed media techniques

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.

    CUAACD101 Use Basic Drawing Techniques

This 2-day short course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to safely operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more).

By completing this course successfully, you will be equipped to apply for a National High-Risk Work Licence Class WP. Students must apply and pay for this license separately with WorkSafe.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit TLILIC0005 - Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) (Release 2)

This Skill Set is designed to upskill existing Educators working in or towards the role of Educational Leader by using Action Learning projects based in their workplace.

This reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services. In doing so they work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard.

The role of the Educational Leader within Early Childhood Education and Care is to

• collaborate with educators on their curriculum development
• provide curriculum direction and guidance
• support educators to effectively implement the cycle of planning to enhance programs and practices
• lead the development and implementation of an effective educational program in the service.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following units:

CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCMGT003 Lead the work team

This workshop will develop the skills and knowledge to increase self-awareness and self-management by:

• Recognising your own triggers and cues
• Identifying the impact of your own emotions on others in the workplace
• Strategies to control your own emotional responses
• Recognising and appreciating the emotional strengths and weaknesses of others
• Promoting the development of emotional intelligence in others
• Utilising emotional intelligence to maximise team outcomes

The local skill set Entry into working in Agriculture has been developed to assist and address labour shortages in the agriculture sector. The training will be targeted to new local entrants to provide strength in the local workforce.

Students who complete the skill set can expect to find employment in entry level positions as a labourer. The farm labourer role may be in small to medium business or in large corporate agricultural operations. On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

• AWCWH201  Participate in work health and safety
• AHCCHM201 Apply chemicals under supervision
• ACHMOM202 Operate tractors
• AHCMOM204 Undertake operational maintenance of machinery
• AHCCHM101 Follow basic chemical safety rules

This course trains novice operators in the skills required to enter the industry as a certified excavator operator.
The course covers:

•    Plan and prepare for hydraulic excavator operations
•    Operate hydraulic excavator
•    Carry out operator maintenance
•    Carry out housekeeping activities

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit RIIMPO301E Conduct hydraulic excavator operations

Successful students will also receive a Heavy Equipment Accreditation wallet card.

In this accredited course you will gain hands on practical experience in preparing food and beverages including a comprehensive introduction to the kitchen, bar, and front of house work areas. You will gain experience in making and serving coffee and sandwiches, serving customers and handling customer complaints as well as the ins and outs of opening and closing a venue. Upon completion of the course you will have gained the practical skills to enter and work in a local café, restaurant or bar.

The course will cover the following:

• COVID-19 and industry hygiene practices
• Workplace health and safety
• How to prepare and serve espresso coffees such as: flat white, latte, cappuccino, long black (to name a few) (this course includes your Barista certificate)
• How to perform opening and closing café duties
• Customer service and problem solving
• How to carry three plates and a tray of drinks
• How to maximise efficiency at work 
• How to sell and serve alcohol responsibly (this course includes your Responsible service of alcohol certificate)
• Workplace etiquette

In this accredited course you will gain hands on practical experience in preparing food and beverages including a comprehensive introduction to the kitchen, bar, and front of housework areas. You will gain experience in making and serving coffee and sandwiches, serving customers and handling customer complaints as well as the ins and outs of opening and closing a venue. Upon completion of this course you will have gained the practical skills to enter and work in a local café, restaurant or bar. This course is supported by Tourism Western Australia.

The course will cover the following:

• COVID-19 and industry hygiene practices
• Workplace health and safety
• How to prepare and serve espresso coffees such as: flat white, latte, cappuccino, long black (to name a few) (this course includes your Barista certificate)
• How to perform opening and closing café duties
• Customer service and problem solving
• How to carry three plates and a tray of drinks
• How to maximise efficiency at work 
• How to sell and serve alcohol responsibly (this course includes your Responsible service of alcohol certificate)
• Workplace etiquette

This unit of competency has been approved by Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) who have deemed it to satisfy all requirements for first aid, anaphylaxis management and emergency asthma training under the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011).

The unit applies to educators and support staff working within an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthmatic and anaphylactic emergencies.

Learning Outcomes:

•     Anaphylaxis
•     Asthma
•     CPR techniques on adults, children and infants
•     Compliance with first aid sections of the Education and Care Services National Law and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)
•     Incident reporting in a child care setting
•     Child physiology
•     How to properly assess an emergency situation
•     DRSABCD
•     Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
•     First aid procedures for bleeding, burns and fractures
•     Managing medical conditions such as epilepsy
•     Managing medical emergencies such as snake/spider bites, poisons and choking
•     Infection control procedures
•     Managing exposure to extreme temperatures
•     Administering first aid for eye & soft tissue injuries
•     Assessing and moving sick & injured
•     Legal responsibilities of a first aider
•     Basic anatomy
•     Managing shock

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units HLTAID012 Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting.

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to operate a forklift truck safely.
Participants will learn how to operate a forklift truck by planning the work, conducting routine checks on a forklift truck, shifting loads in a safe manner and safely shut down and secure equipment after completing operations.

Industry licensing information: this course may allow students with the correct qualifications to apply for the National High Risk Licence class LF. Students must apply and pay for this licence separately with WorkSafe.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit:  
TLILIC0003 Licence to operate a forklift truck

This course trains novice operators in the skills required to enter the industry as a certified wheeled front end loader operator.

The course covers:

•     Plan and prepare for wheel loader operations    
•     Operate the wheel loader    
•     Carry out operator maintenance    
•     Carry out housekeeping activities

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit AHCMOM207 Conduct Front-end Loader Operations and an Accreditation wallet card.

Learn to create beautiful gardens and landscapes with our Garden Design Skill Set. Aimed at those planning for and installing their own gardens or working as a designer, you will achieve four units which are part of our Certificate III in Horticulture qualification. You will achieve skills for you to put to use in your home garden, or take it to the next level and work as a designer in the Horticulture and Landscaping industries. 

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to enter and work in confined spaces in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.

In this course you will learn the requirements for working in confined spaces including:

•  timely completion of entering and working in confined spaces safely
•  work within a confined space and compliance with the permit conditions
•  procedures, records and techniques,
•  knowledge of the legislation and relevant standards
•  site/organisation risk assessment guidelines,
•  use and maintenance of appropriate PPE and more.

To remain current, it is recommended that you complete this course every two years

This course covers the process of using a welding machine and the difference between MIG & Stick welding. It is a great place to start if you have not done a lot of welding or have done a small amount and want to learn more.

Suited to beginners, hobby welders, home handy man and trades assistants wanting to up skill.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.

This five day WorkSafe Western Australia accredited course for Health and Safety Representatives will provide representatives with information and skills to enable them to effectively carry out their role as "representatives" of employees, and as defined under Section 68 of the WHS Act.

The course is specifically designed to achieve the objectives of the Act offering a balanced approach with emphasis on cooperation and consultation and representatives' participation in the development and formulation of safety and health policy and procedures at the workplace.

This course covers:

• how to apply the legislative requirements to the workplace
• how to apply the principles of Risk Management by participating in and conducting a workplace inspection
• how to apply the techniques of accident investigation
• how to assist the employer in the development of accident prevention controls and systems
• how to effectively communicate with the employer and employees on safety and health matters

On completion of this course, participants will receive a Statement of Attendance from South Regional TAFE.

Complete the 6 week driver trainer program and become job ready to join the transport and logistics industry.

The Heavy Vehicle Driving Operations skill set provides participants real, hands-on experience. 

In this training program you will learn how to:

• follow work health and safety procedures;
• carry out inspection of trucks and trailers;
• secure, load and unload cargo of goods;
• apply work fatigue management strategies;
• understanding chain of responsibility. 

The driving instruction training component of the program is conducted in a range of conditions and locations, with coaching from qualified and experienced drivers.
On successful completion of the skill set, you can apply to obtain one of the following licences: Heavy Rigid; Heavy Combination; or Multi Combination class vehicle, and may apply for a forklift (LF) licence. 

The three week short course training teaches work safety practices (including White Card), carry out measurements and calculations, how to prepare and organise construction work and skills to operate equipment and tools needed in construction projects.

During your work placement, you will gain real, hands on industry experience and secure a ‘foot in the door’ by working with an employer.

By completing the Infrastructure Ready Program you may:

• be offered a job with your work placement employer;

• be offered a traineeship in civil construction;

• gain employer references; or

• be endorsed for other employment opportunities within the civil construction industry.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop spreadsheets through the use of both cloud-based and non-cloud based spreadsheet applications.

It applies to individuals employed in a range of environments who tend to be personally responsible for designing and working with spreadsheets under minimal supervision. These individuals are generally required to have intermediate knowledge and understanding of a number of spreadsheet applications

• Follow correct ergonomic, conservation requirements and relevant organisational and statutory requirements
• Design spreadsheets that address a range of data and organisational requirements
  • documents that align to document purpose and appropriate to target audience
  • use software functions, graphics and support materials to create spreadsheets that adhere to organisational requirements relating to style and presentation
• Key elements of formatting of spreadsheets appropriate to workplace documents, including the ability to calculate:
  • sum totals
  • averages
  • counts of values
  • formulas and functions with:
    • addition, subtraction, division, multiplication
    • brackets
  • create and modify intermediate-level charts that analyse the dataset.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and produce various business documents.

The unit applies to those who possess fundamental skills in computer operations. They may exercise discretion and judgement using appropriate theoretical knowledge of document design and production to provide technical advice and support to a team.

What will you learn in this course?

• Follow correct ergonomic, conservation requirements and relevant organisational and statutory requirements
• Documents that align to document purpose, appropriate to target audience and that adhere to organisational requirements relating to style and presentation
• Key elements of producing documents appropriate to the workplace including;
  • applying basic design principles
  • applying consistent formatting
  • using appropriate styles
  • using correct layouts
  • proofreading
  • record keeping procedures.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit BSBTEC301 - Design and produce business documents.

In the Introduction to Commercial Cookery skill set you will learn how to prepare and present simple dishes, how to use a range of food preparation equipment and about food safety. Gain real hands on industry experience with work experience in a real commercial kitchen.

• Use food preparation and equipment
• Prepare and present simple dishes
• Clean kitchen premises and equipment
• Use hygienic practices for food safety
• Participate in safe work practices

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following units

• SITXFSA001 Use hygiene practices for food safety
• SITXWHS001 Participate in safe work practices
• SITHKOP001 Clean kitchen premises and equipment
• SITHCCC001 Use food preparation equipment
• SITHCCC002 Prepare and present simple dishes
• WP097 Pre- apprenticeship work placement coordination 2

A career in the ageing or disability sector can be very rewarding. You can get started in one of the fastest growing work forces in Western Australia and make a positive difference to the lives of others.

This is an exciting opportunity to start a career that makes a difference and supports a person to reach their goals, engage with the community and meet their support needs.

As part of this course you will attend a work placement with an employer where you will gain real, hands on industry experience and secure a ‘foot in the door’.

This is a level 1 introduction to Revit 2022 Architecture, a powerful building modeler used extensively for architectural design, documentation and rendering in 2D and 3D.
This unit supports the work of drafters who assist and work under the supervision and instruction of architects, building designers and other personnel such as home sustainability assessors.

It covers installing BIM-capable design software and applying its functions and options to create, name and save project files and templates for different types of building design projects.

Skills and knowledge elements include:

    Building model set up, levels and grids
    Basic building tools (walls, windows and doors)
    Create floors, ceilings, roofs and stairs
    Add component features
    Basic editing tools
    Navigation tools
    Creating views, sections and elevations
    3D views, cameras, materials, sun study and rendering
    Set up project templates

Participants gain hands-on experience using the various modelling and documentation commands within Revit and should complete the required tasks & assignments in order to achieve competency in this course.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.

    CPPBDN4004 Set up BIM-Capable Software and Files for Building Design Drafting Projects

This introductory course builds your skills using a sewing machine to sew a variety of components and simple items. Gain confidence in threading a sewing machine and bobbin, lay and cut your fabric to sew seams, pockets, collars, insert zips and more, in a fun and friendly learning environment.

Introduction to Sewing Skill set is the first of two skill sets, followed by Make a Simple Garment Skill Set offered in Semester 2.  Skills learnt in Introduction to Sewing will see you move on to creating simple garments you will be proud of.

This course is perfect for students looking to re-enter study and gain useful strategies to support your learning journey.

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

• GATCOM102   Use communication for training or workplace purposes
• GATLSS102    Use learning and support strategies
• LWAPRO102  Participate in a team project
• MSTCL2023   Sew components
• FSKLRG001   Prepare to participate in a learning environment

Margaret River is one of the best winery regions WA has to offer, and now you can have the chance to gain the skills and knowledge needed to be a winery worker. 

Along with learning the basics of win making, you can expect to build you knowledge in all winery and cellar operations, including inert gas handling and usage; transfer operations such as bottling and packaging; working safely and food safety procedures. With the added bonus of gaining your Work At Heights ticket, and your licence to operate a forklift*

This popular introduction to MYOB short course will teach you how to use MYOB (accounting software) to complete basic day-to-day data entry and produce simple relevant reports. This is a beginners approach to MYOB and covers the following:

• Creating and adding data for customers, suppliers and inventory
• Recording payments
• Saving and backing up your data
• Reconciling and printing accounts

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.

FNSACC304 Conduct Business Activities using a Computerised Accounting System

This unit Maintain Indoor Plants, teaches the skills and knowledge required to maintain and care for indoor plants and is for people who wish to further their knowledge to care for their own plants, or to boost their skills to gain employment in the retail nursery industry.

This beginners sewing course builds on skills  learnt in  Introduction to Sewing Skill set, offered in Semester 1. In this course you will learn to confidently lay and cut out fabric to create simple garments using a sewing machine and overlocker.  Industry standard techniques help you solve common sewing problems and build your self – confidence.

Basic workplace skills are built along the way including the development of personal, social and employability skills leading to further study at Certificate II level or to assist in finding new career directions.

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

• GATENT102        Develop an enterprise concept
• GATTEC102         Apply basic digital literacy for training or workplace purposes
• MSTCL1001         Produce a simple garment-
• FSKLRG017         Identify simple strategies to respond to familiar workplace problems
• FSKLRG008        Use simple strategies for work related learning
• VU22369              Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations

This makeup workshop will be held over Two nights the course will teach you tricks-of-the-trade to elevate your personal makeup skills and help you to create your ideal makeup look.
In our step by step exercises, you will learn how to choose and apply makeup that suits your individual face shape, skin type and colouring. Places are limited to ensure personalised one-on-one time with the lecturer.

• Day and evening makeup looks
• Makeup routines and hot tips
• Choosing makeup products
• Makeup tools and application

This is a Non-accredited course

The workshop provides participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively identify hazards, and assess and control risks arising from manual tasks. Recognising that the participants’ roles may only be to contribute to this process, the workshop also discusses the employer’s obligations towards involving workers in this process.

This workshop forms part of the requirements for manual tasks training as outlined in the Commission for Occupational Safety and Health Code of practice: Manual tasks (2010) It is not designed to replace practical or task specific training, but instead should be provided together with practical training.

The Code explains that after training, participants should be able to recognise manual handling risks in tasks, and in consultation, decide the best way to minimise them.

During this course you will learn and understand how to:
    Assess - the risks associated with relocating a load
    Plan - the relocation process
    Carry Out - the relocation in accordance with the planned relocation process

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit:
TLID1001 Shift Materials Safely Using Manual Handling Methods

This course will take you through the process of operating tractors with or without attached equipment and defines the standard required to:    
•    carry out pre-operational checks and maintenance including tagging defects
•    set and secure attachments according to manufacturer's directions
•    operate tractor in a safe and controlled manner
•    implement shut-down procedures
•    store machinery and equipment
•    record maintenance and operation details

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit AHCMOM202 Operate Tractors

This skill set will prepare you to operate a small business in a wide range of industries, whether you plan to work in an administrative role or you
are running your own business. You will learn how to design and produce business documents, publications and spreadsheets, identify financial requirements of a business including profit targets, cash flow projections and strategies to gather financial support, workplace health and safety (WHS) legislation and how to create and build a social networking presence
using social media tools and applications.

On completion of the course, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for the nationally accredited units:

BSBESB403 - Plan finances for new business ventures
BSBTEC301 - Design and produce business documents
BSBTEC302 - Design and produce spreadsheets
BSBWHS307 - Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace
ICTWEB306 - Develop web presence using social media

This course covers the process of maintaining, preparing and operating hand-held chainsaws in a work environment.

These skills can be transferred to the homestead, are useful for home gardners and could lead to employment in parks and gardens or landscaping.

You will gain skills and knowledge in understanding the correct type of chainsaw for a particular task, how to use the chainsaw, maintain the chainsaw and store suitable personal protective equipment.

You will also carry out routine checks and maintenance on a chainsaw, apply appropriate chainsaw techniques, cutting methods according to manufacturer’s specifications and documented low risk work procedures; assess and minimise environmental impacts of chainsaw use; maintain records of chainsaw training and certification, risk assessment and use.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit AHCMOM213 Operate and Maintain Chainsaws

Description

This course meets the requirements of those seeking registration with the Department of Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety (DMIRS)

Certification

On completion of the required courses you are required to submit the appropriate Painters Registration application form to DMIRS and follow their process.

You can find more information here:
    https://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/building-and-energy/painters(opens in a new tab)

There are two definable client groups for this course:

1.    People who hold a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or a qualification equivalent to this, or
2.    People with skills and experience in painting and decorating who can demonstrate this in a practical test which is a subset of the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating & proven 5 years painting experience. 

Group 1

People who hold a Certificate III n Painting and Decorating, or have equivalent qualifications, and wish to develop and/or demonstrate their skills and competencies to become registered painters. This group need the following to support their application to DMIRS:

Evidence of their successful completion of the following two (2) units of competency:

•    BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
•    CPCCBC4004A Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
And evidence of:
•    Painting Trade Certificate or Equivalent

Group 2

The second group are people who do not have trade qualifications and need to demonstrate their painting knowledge and skills as well as develop and/or demonstrate competencies to be recognised as registered painters with 5 years Painting Experience. This group need the following to support their application to DMIRS:

Evidence of their successful completion of the following four (4) units of competency. Evidence of successful completion of Pre-requisite CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry is required before commencement of CPCCPD3021A 

•    BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
•    CPCCBC4004A Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
•    CPCCPD3021A Prepare surfaces for painting (pre- requisite of CPCCOHS2001A)
•    82985 PRB colour and wallpapering

And successful completion of
•    83390 Painters Trade Preparation Test (PDF Document) (158 KB) (PDF document - opens in a new tab)

Join us for a fun introduction to the world of colour. Exploring a range of painting styles, methods and techniques to help you build skills and develop your own personal style.

All materials are provided. The following will be covered in a relaxed and enjoyable environment:

• Explore the world of colour
• Paint like an impressionist
• Cubist-style painting
• Portrait painting
• Landscape painting
• Exploring abstraction

Participants must wear enclosed footwear and protective clothing for paint spills.

On successful completion of this course students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

• CUAPAI201 Develop painting skills
• CUAPPR101 Use ideas and techniques to develop creative work
• GATPGS101A Program Support 2

Would you like to unravel the way garments are made so you can adjust patterns to suit your figure? Join our pattern making class to discover the basics of how patterns are constructed to solve your sewing dilemmas!

This course covers the basics of how sewing patterns are created as well as tips and tricks to help you improve your sewing skills. Perfect for those who have an understanding of simple garment making and would like to further their skills to open up employment or further education opportunities at a Certificate II level in a fun and supportive learning environment. 

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.

• MSTCL2010        Modify patterns to create basic styles
• MSTCL3009         Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles

The aim of this course  is to build the skills and knowledge required to provide entry level support and basic client care for a range of roles and purposes within the aged care and disability sectors. This includes people who hold caring/support roles in their work role, family roles, friendships and other roles.

You can expect to learn how to meet the personal support needs of people who require support. This will include assisting with  dressing, undressing, grooming, eating and drinking, oral hygiene, shaving, showering, toileting and the use of continence aids and using aids and equipment used by the person.

Permaculture is the conscious design and maintenance of agriculturally productive ecosystems which have the diversity, stability, and resilience of natural ecosystems.

It is the harmonious integration of landscape and people — providing their food, energy, shelter, and other material and non-material needs in a sustainable way.

Design your own propagation program and grow the plants needed for a permaculture food forest in our temperate climate.

Save hundreds of dollars and reduce your carbon footprint by propagating locally sourced plant material and incorporating upcycled materials into your garden system.

Studying one day a week for 9 weeks, you will learn:

• Plants commonly used in Permaculture systems, and their uses
• How to grow new plants from cuttings and seed
• How to propagate plants by grafting, layering and division
• How to create the optimal growing media for growing permaculture plants
• How to best care for, water and feed your plants for continued success.

In this introductory course you will learn about:

• Hand building techniques: Coil, Slab, Modelling and Press Moulds
• Decorative Techniques
• Introduction to Glazing Techniques

South Regional TAFE’s graphic design preparatory skills course can offer you the freedom and flexibility you need to unleash your creative potential. In just 18 weeks you can learn how to make your print and screen publications look professional. This training is perfect for those intending to pursue a career in graphic design but have little or no design experience, or you just want to gain some design skills to help make your designs look professional.

The preparatory skills training will allow you to:

• Explore fundamental design skills using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator
• Understand principles of layout, typography and colour
• Learn skills and techniques for graphic design, digital media and publishing
• Learn how to communicate with clients and charge for your creative skills

The skills set gives you the  pre-requisite skill requirements to Apply to Enrol for the Diploma of Graphic Design at South Regional TAFE.

Start your creative journey today.

In this course you will:

• Develop your basic drawing techniques
• Do relief printing on lino blocks
• Practice etching on acetate
• Use colograph on strawboard
• Explore  multi layered printing  

GALTP101A – Learning through practice
CUAPRI201 – develop printmaking skills
CUAACD101 – Use basic drawing techniques.

This advanced Skill Set is for people with previous printmaking experience where you can realise a creative project from the germination of an idea to resolved completion… learn how to follow a design process to create what you want.

This course will include fabric printing techniques and non-toxic etching processes. We will look at contemporary approaches to environmental art and installation based artworks, covering both 2D and 3D art making and linking into a wider printmaking community through a print exchange. The course will also include professional artist demonstrations and tuition.

Art Lecturer, Nikki Green has had over 20 years’ experience specialising in printmaking incorporating a blend of traditional and contemporary processes. Her work is collected both nationally and internationally and she brings a wealth of knowledge and extensive networks as well as her contagious passion for the print-medium to all her classes.

On successful completion of this course students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

CUADES201             Follow a design process                
CUAPPR411             Realise a creative project                             
CUAPRI301              Produce prints                  

A 2 day pruning course, ideal for workers in the viticulture industry. As part of this course, you will learn the best time for pruning, correct pruning techniques and the safe and effective use of equipment.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit FDFWGG2003A - Hand Prune vines

A person in charge of a registrable recreational vessel powered by a motor greater than 4.5kwp (6hp) is required to hold a Recreational Skipper’s Ticket.
You will gain the theory and practical training to be a safe recreational skipper.

• A power boat is provided for this training.
• Course fees are inclusive of the DoT licence fee.
• You will need to bring primary photo identification such as a driver’s licence.

This is a non-accredited short course

It is a legal requirement to hold your Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate if you wish to work in a licensed venue and you are selling or serving alcohol. You must be 18 to sell or serve alcohol.

This short course will give you the skills and the ability to engage in the sale or service of alcohol responsibly.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for SITHFAB002 Provide responsible service of alcohol

This skill set aims to provide students with the confidence and skills required to choose a pathway towards further education or employment. Personal, social and employability skills will be developed while working in an outdoor hands-on work environment. The practical nature of the course helps to engage the students while improving their ability to communicate and participate in a team project. The skills learnt will be transferrable to different employment and study areas.

Educational outcomes for learners who complete the Room to Grow Skill Set include the development of communication strategies, personal development strategies, confidence to seek further employment or educational opportunities and Community participation/group project.

Student can expect to be in the nursery/garden doing propagation/planting hands on most days.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

• GATLSS102 Use learning and support strategies
• LWAPRO102 Participate in a team project
• AHCNSY207 Undertake propagation activities
• AHCPHT215 Plant horticultural crops

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide medication assistance and complete medication documentation. It also involves supporting a client to self-administer medication. This unit applies to community services and health workers with authority in their state or territory to assist with the administration of medication.

Students will learn (within their scope of practice):
• How to prepare to assist with medication
• How to prepare the client for assistance with administration of medication
• How to support clients with administration of medication
• How to handle medication contingencies
• How to complete medication distribution and documentation

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication.

This course covers a broad range of topics to enable participants to confidently manage emergency situations and provide a first aid response to a casualty. It is suitable to both people in workplaces and members of the public who want training in first aid.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Shearers play a key role in the Australian wool industry and training proficient shearers is essential to the success of this industry.

The Shearing Skill Set will deliver practical training and support and provide you with a sound foundation to build a career in this important industry. Participants will gain the skills and knowledge to handle sheep humanely and use machinery and equipment to shear and crutch sheep.

At the completion of this training you will be work-ready for the shearing and wool handling industry and should be shearing a minimum of 40 adult merino sheep or 50 adult cross bred sheep per day to industry standards.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following units:

AHCLSK217 Apply animal welfare principles to handling and husbandry of livestock
AHCSHG201 Crutch sheep
AHCSHG203 Shear sheep to novice level
AHCSHG205 Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing
AHCSHG206 Prepare handpiece and downtube for machine shearing
AHCSHG210Undertake basic shearing and crutching

Study modes and duration differ depending on your local campus. Please check with your local campus for more information.

This course trains novice operators in the skills required to enter the industry as a certified skid steer loader operator.
The course covers:

•    Plan and prepare for skid steer loader operations
•    Operate skid steer loader
•    Load, carry and place materials
•    Select, remove and fit attachments
•    Relocate the skid steer loader
•    Carry out machine operator maintenance
•    Conduct housekeeping activities

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the nationally accredited unit RIIMPO318F – Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations. Successful students will also receive a Heavy Equipment Accreditation wallet card.

The two day Mental Health First Aid skills based, early-intervention training program is designed to mobilise and empower communities by equipping people with the knowledge and confidence to recognise, connect and respond to someone experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis.

Anyone can have a conversation that may save a life. Everyone should know how. Let us help you gain those skills. 

Learn how to safely de-limb a fallen tree this short course is suitable for arborists, forestry workers and chainsaw operators. You will learn how to assess fallen branches and plan cuts to ensure they are undertaken correctly and safely. You will also carry out routine checks and maintenance, and apply appropriate techniques and cutting methods according to industry standards and documented low-risk work procedures.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit FWPCOT2239 - Trim and cut felled trees

This skill set focuses on developing skills and knowledge in the range of studio areas. By completing these units, students may opt to work their way towards full Certificate III in Visual Arts qualification. Students may enrol one unit at a time. There is an expectation that students will need to complete work outside of the timetabled class and regular attendance at all session is important to ensure all training is received and for successful completion of the course.

To enter a building site in Australia it is a requirement to hold a current General Induction card, also known as a 'White Card' (formerly Blue Card). The card is valid for use on all construction sites in Australia.

This training reinforces the Occupational Health and Safety roles and responsibilities of employees and employers aimed at raising the safety standards in the construction industry.

The course covers:

    Occupational Health and Safety legislation in the workplace
    Communication and consultation on Occupational Health and Safety
    Implementing Occupational Health and Safety risk management & the principles of safe systems
    Emergencies & first aid in the workplace
    Key principles relating to workplace injury management

On successful completion of this course, students will be issued a WorkSafe WA registered White Card and receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit.

    CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry

Get started as a wool handler or a shed hand by studying the Wool Handling Skill Set.

You will learn how to assist shearing teams and prepare fleece wool for classing as well as how to carry out wool pressing.

Participants will also learn a range of shed duties including penning sheep, preparing facilities for shearing and crutching and monitoring the welfare of sheep.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following units:

AHCWOL308 Prepare facilities for shearing and crutching
AHCWOL311 Perform shed duties
AHCWOL304 Prepare fleece wool for classing
AHCWOL305 Prepare skirtings and oddments
AHCWOL310 Press wool for a clip

This five day WorkSafe Western Australia accredited course for Health and Safety Representatives will provide representatives with information and skills to enable them to effectively carry out their role as "representatives" of employees, and as defined under Section 68 of the WHS Act.

The course is specifically designed to achieve the objectives of the Act offering a balanced approach with emphasis on cooperation and consultation and representatives' participation in the development and formulation of safety and health policy and procedures at the workplace.

This course covers:

• how to apply the legislative requirements to the workplace
• how to apply the principles of Risk Management by participating in and conducting a workplace inspection
• how to apply the techniques of accident investigation
• how to assist the employer in the development of accident prevention controls and systems
• how to effectively communicate with the employer and employees on safety and health matters

On completion of this course, participants will receive a Statement of Attendance from South Regional TAFE.

This course identifies the risks associated with working at heights. Participants will be introduced to safe work practices, regulations and industry codes designed to contain height related work risks.

This course is for anyone who is required to work at height either on a personal or professional level, and who could be at risk of injury as a result of this work.

The course covers:
    Identify work requirements
    Identify work procedures and instructions
    Access and install equipment
    Perform work at heights
    Clean up work area

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights

There's many job opportunities in the field of community care, which includes healthcare support and specialist areas such as social support. The Work in Community Care skill set will give you a great starting point to get into the industry, as it covers important areas such as first aid, communicating with diverse people, and customer service in a community care setting.