Funded Courses
Funded & Subsidised Courses in Byron Shire*
Unlock new skills and opportunities with Byron Community College’s funded and subsidised courses. Our programs are designed to help you learn, grow, and achieve your goals—whether for personal development, career advancement, or fun skill-building.
Explore Our Courses
We offer a wide range of options across the Byron Shire, including Byron Bay and Mullumbimby:
- Full Qualifications – nationally recognised training to launch or advance your career
- Short Courses & Skill-Based Workshops – practical, engaging, and flexible learning
Thanks to NSW Government funding, many of our courses are subsidised (subject to availability), making them more affordable and accessible. Our programs are designed to be engaging, hands-on, and packed with valuable learning experiences.
See our full course selection below and take the first step towards your future with Byron Community College.
*This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.
Advanced Floristry
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING 2 x Wed, 12th Nov - 19th Nov 2025 9.30am - 1.30pm Mullum, ACE Funded $0*
Expand your floristry knowledge even further with our Advanced Floristry course.
Barista Training
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING
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Making coffee is an art these days, in this course you will learn all you need to know about the history of coffee, different coffee beans, grinding, extracting, texturing milk, coffee styles and how to use a commercial coffee machine.
Digital Skills for Work
Digital Skills for Work
Unlock your Future
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING
4 Aug to 4 Dec 2025
Floristry Intermediate
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING 2 x Wed, 29th Oct - 5th Nov 2025 9:30am - 1:30pm Mullum, ACE Funded $0*
Each week offers the opportunity to learn and create a different floral design ranging from professionally wired flower crowns to stunning, hand tied posies
Introduction to Floristry with Leena Martens
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING 2 x Wed, 15th Oct - 22nd Oct 2025 9:30am - 1:30pm Mullum, ACE Funded $0*
Interested in learning about floristry? This 2 day introduction course will step you through the process of creating a variety of floristry designs.
Sustainable Floristry with Leena Martens
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING
Join our class in creating beautiful floral arrangements with a focus on environmental sustainability. Emphasising seasonal Australian-grown flowers, you will learn to celebrate the beauty and imperfections that nature offers. Discover techniques for arranging flowers using alternative containers and mechanics that promote sustainability.
