As part of International Women’s Week 2021 (8th March to Sunday 14th March) Gunnedah Community College is hosting a 2 hour workshop, Heavy Industry Support Skills.This course addresses the unique challenges for women working within heavy industries such as mining and high risk work. Participants will leave with the skills, knowledge and confidence to identify and approach others who may be experiencing mental health concerns and to help those at risk of suicide. They will learn...
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Learn the skills required to make one of these beautiful resin trays. This decorative tray is 45cm across and is made from timber and resin. Choose your own colours, learn the skills of working with fast curing resin and go home with an amazing finished piece at the end of the class. This class is perfect for anyone looking for a fast, fun and affordable class of creative indulgence. This class includes all materials.
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You don't need any experience to join this class. Just come along and have fun with award-winning printmaker, Lizzie Horne as you learn to create something beautiful! An introduction to drypoint etching, making marks directly onto the printing plates - no acid required! Add colour and drama with Chine collé papers, then print on beautiful paper using luscious French ink. When attending this class you should wear closed toe shoes for safety, and dress comfortably with long hair tied...
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This informative and interactive workshop is designed to give participants insight into suicide through the lens of people who have experienced it, and equip them with the right knowledge and practical tools to reduce the emotional pain experienced by many around us, and even save a life. Who is this workshop for? Community members in general; Regular 'Community TouchPoints' - hairdressers, sports coaches, baristas, newsagents, pharmacy staff, taxi drivers etc. Within a workplace -...
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Chemical user training is required by law for any person using chemicals as part of their work, including farmers, spraying contractors, nursery workers, grounds keepers and local government employees. This course covers units: AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases; and AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals. Enrol in this course to learn the skills and knowledge required to: safely prepare and apply chemicals for the control of pests, weeds and...
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This course teaches adults (aged 18 years and over) how to provide initial support to other adults who are developing a mental illness or experiencing a mental health crisis. Participants will learn about the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems, how to provide initial help, where and how to get professional help, what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective, and how to provide help in a crisis situation. This course is conducted by...
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Who doesn’t need more socks? If you’re an experienced knitter who has ever wondered how to turn a heel or knit in the round, then this class is for you. According to The New York Times, "The repetitive action of needlework can induce a relaxed state like that associated with meditation and yoga". Other benefits of knitting include improving your mood, rediscovering a sense of pride in a job well done, and delaying cognitive decline. Whether you’re looking to take your knitting to...
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Have you ever wanted to try your hand at gardening or growing your own food but didn’t know where to start? This innovative new program offers participants the chance to make their own portable garden bed and learn about composting and chemical free gardening while gaining practical skills to prepare for further study or employment. Lessons will include: how to compost; creating a worm farm; creating living soil; growing chemical free food. This course involves easy hands-on...
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Assessments are made against units of competency.
Identify and use whole numbers and simple fractions, decimals and percentages for work (FSKNUM08)