Business and Computer Skills
Unlock your inner tech wizard and refine your creative skills with our Computer and IT short courses and workshops. Dive into the exciting world of web design, computer basics, design programs like Photoshop & Canva, or delve into social media and blogging. Gaining overall confidence in navigating the digital and online realm.
Discover essential business skills to conquer the world of entrepreneurship! that empower you to manage a small business successfully. Whether you’re just dipping your toes into the world of business, or have an established business and looking to level up, the practical tools and training you’ll discover in our small business courses are your secret weapon for reaching those big dreams.
Mix and match the business and computer courses to turbo charge your chances of success.
Content Plan Playbook - Online Workshop
Sat, 6 December,
9am - 12pm, Online, $99
Are you struggling to keep up with content creation? Feeling overwhelmed by the constant need to produce fresh ideas, only to find that your content isn’t connecting or converting? You’re not alone. Many small business owners, marketers, and freelancers face the same challenge—creating content that resonates with their audience, feels authentic, while staying consistent and effective.
Death-Defying Law
Sat, 6 December, 10am - 1pm, Byron, $99
Join Mark Swivel from Barefoot Law as he guides you through the processes and complexities of Wills, Powers of Attorney, Guardianship, Advance Care Directives, Probate Applications, Voluntary Assisted Dying and Document Drafting. The course aims to support you to make informed decisions when dealing with the law and life experiences that relate to death and dying. Mark has been practising for 30 years. Barefoot Law see legal advice as a right, not a privilege and aims to deliver practical advice to the community at affordable rates. Essential support for everyone, not to be missed.
Digital Marketing "from zero to hero"
Do you want to learn how to generate leads & sales for your business? This course will help you learn basic and advanced strategies to create your digital future
DIY Startup Accounting in Excel - Online Workshop
Sat, 8 November, 9am - 12pm, Online, $99
When you’re just starting out, every dollar counts — so why spend hundreds each year on accounting software you don’t really need?
Excel As A Database
For those already using a spreadsheet application, extend your skills to managing data. Learning how to sort, filter and subtotal data as well as cleverly combine these techniques to extract information from your spreadsheet application.
Excel Essentials
4 x Thu, 30 Oct - 20 Nov, 9:30am-12:30pm, Mullum, ACE funded*
Learn the essential skills to use the spreadsheet for home and office applications. From the basics, including layout, formatting and printing, through to the manipulation of text and numbers, participants will get a thorough grounding in applying this powerful tool to solve a myriad of problems. A working knowledge of the Windows environment is needed.
Excel Next Steps
4 x Thu, 27 November - 18 December, 9:30am - 12:30pm, Mullum, $265
For students who have completed the Excel Essentials course - this course will introduce creation, layout and formulae work as well as printing across multiple sheets in a workbook.
Formula creation and updating when using multiple workbooks. Some basic logical Excel formulae, as well as planning, laying out and creating Excel templates, including embedded formats and formulae. Make Excel work even harder for you.
Financial Fitness for New Businesses - Online Workshop
2 x Wed, 22 - 29 October, 5.30pm - 7.30pm, Online, $110
Starting a business is exciting — but managing your finances well from day one can make the difference between success and struggle. This practical, hands-on workshop is designed for new business owners who want to build strong financial foundations, feel confident with the numbers, and set their venture up for long-term success.
Get Your Camera Off Auto!
Do you own an amazing DSLR and it's still on Auto? Let me teach you how to use your DSLR camera to its full potential. We will work with aperture and exposure going beyond auto or program mode. Based on weekly theory classes and fun assignments, you will learn how to capture better images, improve week by week, and end up with great shots that you are happy to share with others as you become more confident with your camera. This course is suited to introductory/intermediate DSLR users.
Mini Marketing Plan - Online Workshop
Sat, 25 October, 9am - 12pm, Online, $99
Are you feeling lost in the vast world of marketing? Struggling to focus your efforts and unsure where to start when it comes to creating a plan that actually drives results? Many small business owners, freelancers and marketers face this challenge—trying to balance all the moving parts without a clear strategy to guide them.
Tech Savvy Seniors
6 x Mon, 27 October - 1 December, 1pm - 4pm, Mullum, $25*
Ideal for seniors over 60 with little or no computer skills, this hands-on, gently paced course will teach you the basic skills required to use your computer, smartphone or tablet. We will cover basic word processing skills, managing your files and folders, surfing the internet and more. So, whether you are volunteering for a group, researching family history or helping grandchildren with school work, this course can get you started. Tech Savvy Seniors is an initiative of the NSW Ageing Strategy and is funded through a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra.
Xero Essentials
Mullum, $195
Join Colleen Cook, a registered BAS Agent, for a one-day Introduction to XERO workshop. Designed for individuals who would like to learn the basics of XERO accounting software or small business owners who want to refresh their knowledge of XERO. Learn how to set up XERO, manage invoices and expenses, reconcile bank transactions, and handle GST efficiently.
