Classes at Castlemaine Community House
Most of our classes are low cost - some are free - and concessions are available.
We try to keep information on courses and activities up to date, but details are subject to change, due to circumstances out of our control. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
We have a new Transition Towns course for terms 2 and 3 with an
information session Tuesday 16 March from 7.30-9pm. If you would like to come along to hear more about our plans for this course, please contact Castlemaine Community House on 5472 4842, or email info@cch.org.au.
Term one starts in February. Check the start dates for individual courses below.
|| SHORT COURSES AND WORKSHOPS || FULL LENGTH COURSES IN TERM 1, 2010 ||
Short Courses
Business skills for artists | First Aid | Food-handling | Chainsaw Use | Traditional Chinese Cooking |
BUSINESS SKILLS FOR CREATIVE PEOPLE: A FREE COURSE
It's not too late to join this course, which is an exciting opportunity for artists, musicians and other creative community members to up-skill. The course consists of units from the business services training package which are particularly relevant for musicians and artists. It is a flexible program which means you are not tied down to particular classes and times. You can choose from the list of units, and for each one you can receive a Statement of Attainment on completion and demonstration of competence.
Once you have signed up you will be able to work at your own pace with advice from the course tutor.
Units available will be:
BSBCUS201A: Deliver a service to customers
BSBOHS201A: Participate in OHS processes
BSBPRO301A: Recommend products and services
FNSICGEN305A: Maintain daily financial/business records
For more details, contact the Community House, who will pass your details on to the relevant tutors.
This course is free and can be tailored to your own requirements.
Please note: people on apprenticeships, traineeships or still at school are not eligible to take this course.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID (LEVEL 1)
Do you know what to do in a real life emergency? Contact the Community House to be notified of the next First Aid course.
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TRADITIONAL CHINESE COOKING
Learn traditional Chinese cooking with Rebecca Ma.
There will be be new classes in 2010 at the Castlemaine Community House.
The cost of each session will be $10 to cover the ingredients. Please book and pay in advance so we can bring the right quantities.
If you would like to find out about future cooking classes, let us know by phoning 5472 4842, by dropping into the Community House at the Old School of Mines, 27 Lyttleton Street - or by email: info@cch.org.au
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN CHAINSAWS RTC2304A
Learn how to operate and maintain your chainsaw at
this accredited weekend course. BYO chainsaw if you have one.
Participants will need to wear a helmet, gloves, goggles, jeans &
boots. The course includes theory and practical components. This
accredited module is offered as part of our Auspicing Agreement with
GELC (Goldfields Employment and Learning Centre).
Date: The next course will not be until after the bushfire season in term 2, 2010. Please let us know if you want to be sent the details.
FOOD HANDLING CERTIFICATE
Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures, THHGHS01B
For anyone wanting to work in hospitality
this one-day course is an essential unit from the accredited Cert II in Hospitality
(Operations). Get a certificate which will help your career!
Date: Tuesday 16 February 9.30am-3.30pm (1 session)
Tutor: Marcia Beggs
Cost: $70 + $17 Amenities = $87. Concessions: $60 + $17 Amenities = $77
This accredited course is offered as a result of our auspicing agreement with Goldfields Employment and Learning Centre.
Term one courses: term starts in February 2010
You can let us know now if you would like to join a course next term. It helps our planning if you sign up for courses in good time! Phone 5472 4842 or come to the Community House at the Old School of Mines, 27 Lyttleton Street, or email: info@cch.org.au
Check the timetable here
| Auslan | Computer Courses | Website Design | Yoga | Crafts and Art |
The course teaches the basic
principles of permaculture, starting with how water, soils and climate
affect gardens, orchards and animals, and includes visits to a working
permaculture property.
This is a two-term course, so you can work on your own project towards
the end. You can gain a Permaculture Design Certificate (and go on to
Accredited Permaculture training).
For more information on the course, click here.
Tutor: Beck Lowe
Wednesdays 9am-3pm (16 sessions over two terms)
From: 3 February-24 March and 21 April to 9 June
Location: Castlemaine Community House, Old School of Mines, 27 Lyttleton Street, Castlemaine
Cost: $240 per term; Concession: only $50 for whole course!
Sign up now in person at the Community House, by telephone 5472 4842, or by email: info@cch.org.au
TRANSITION TOWNS: Creating a positive future for our community
We have a new Transition Towns course for terms 2 and 3 with an information session Tuesday 16 March from 7.30-9pm. If you would like to come along to hear more about our plans for this course, please contact Castlemaine Community House on 5472 4842, or email info@cch.org.au.
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AUSLAN
A course for anyone who wants to
learn Auslan, the language of Australia’s large deaf community.
You will be communicating in sign from the beginning and you will be surprised
how quickly you start to communicate as the rest of a very friendly group share their knowledge of sign with you. As the weeks go by students who already have some Auslan experience will be able to communicate better and better.
Tutor: Paul Ryall
From: Tuesday 9 February 1-3pm (7 sessions)
Cost: $75 (includes $5 amenities) Concession: $70
COMPUTERS FOR THE TERRIFIED
Never used a computer? Being left behind by your children or grandchildren? Join our beginners’ computer course and get to know the basics of using a computer. You will get a solid grounding in a relaxed atmosphere and we will show you some of the many things you can do with a computer.
Want to take a computer course but don't know which level is right for you? Phone Adam Ralph on 0408 376 038.
Tutor: Adam Ralph
From: Thursday 11 February (7 sessions)
Cost: $75 Concession: $70
COMPUTERS FOR THE SLIGHTLY NERVOUS
A continuation course for those who began last term, but if you have begun to use a computer and need to know more, this may be the course for you.
Want to take a computer course but don't know which level is right for you? Phone Adam Ralph on 0408 376 038.
This course will run in term two; let us know if you want to join the list
Tutor: Adam Ralph
COMPUTERS FOR THE QUIETLY CONFIDENT
Want to take a computer course but don't know which level is right for you? Phone Adam Ralph on 0408 376 038.
A third level continuation course and a place for those with some experience to enhance their skills, using the web, email, and a great many different applications. What do you want to be able to do now? You can expect help to do it!
This course will run in term two; let us know if you want to join the list
Tutor: Adam Ralph
WEBSITE DESIGN
Want to design and manage your own website? this short course will get you online. Bring your own laptop or use ours. We can work with your applications or use free online programs. Learn about twitter, search engines, flickr and Dreamweaver.
Tutor: Step Forbes
From: Monday 1 February (7 sessions - no class 8 March)
Cost: $75 Concession: $70
GENTLE YOGA
Reduce stress and allergies with gentle yoga! A typical session includes breathing, postures and meditation.
Please bring a mat and/or a blanket and a pillow. There are three sessions. Please book early as there is high demand for places.
Tutor: Amy Merrett
Yoga will run on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings
Cost: (8 sessions) $40 Concession: $35
YOGA FOR MEN: new to Castlemaine Community House!
Gary James, who leads this new group, has experience in many different types of yoga, including Ashtanga, Iyengar, Desikachar and Sivananda. He will be applying his own blend, depending on the requirements of the group. He likes to use a dynamic physical process to start and to finish gently with meditation and deep relaxation.
The start date for this course has been postponed. Please contact the Community House for more information.
From: tba, Wednesdays 9-10.30am
Cost: (7 sessions) $60, $55 concessions
CRAFT AND ART COURSES
TILE MAKING AND DECORATING
Create your own clay tiles and decorate them with underglazes and glazes. Slab roller and kiln on site.
Tutor: Bronwyn Silver
From: Mondays, ongoing, 9.30am-12.30pm
Venue: 1036 Muckleford Road, Maldon, 3463
Cost: No charge for the class; materials $5.
This course is full: contact the Community House to join the waiting list
Beading made easy! Learn to make simple but effective jewellery. Kits are available for an additional cost of $10 each. Some tools will be provided.
Tutor: Amy Merrett
From: Saturday 6 February, 10.45-11.45am (7 sessions)
Cost: $40; Concession: $35
WOODWORK FOR WOMEN
Please sign up early for this popular course as places are limited. You will work on your own project, either making something from scratch or repairing your old furniture.
For pictures of a previous course, click here.
Tutor: Susan Orchard
From: Tuesday 2 February, 12.30-3.30pm, (8 sessions)
Venue: Lot 19 Shed, Langslow Street,
Cost:$140; Concession: $135
COFFIN MAKING IS BACK!
Tuesday mornings, make your own coffin! Work with the instruction and advice of Susan Orchard to produce something that will be truly yours, and much cheaper than a coffin purchased through a funeral director. There is more information on the course here.
Tutor: Susan Orchard
From: Tuesday 2 February, 9am-12noon, (8 sessions)
Venue: Lot 19 Shed, Langslow Street
Cost: $155; Concession: $150 plus $150 materials
WATERCOLOUR PAINTING
Come and learn watercolour painting with Hilary Loftus, who has exhibited all over the world. You will have individual help so that this class is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience. When you sign up you will be given advice about the materials that you will need to start with.
Tutor: Hilary Loftus
From: Wednesday 10 February 1-3pm (7 sessions)
Cost: $75 Concession: $70
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