Health and Wellbeing
Join us on a journey towards improved wellbeing, personal growth, and community impact at Byron Community College.
Explore a variety of wellness courses designed to enhance your wellbeing, personal development and positively impact others.
including Massage Therapy, Reiki, Golf, Yoga, Pilates and self-help classes in communication, anger management, breathwork, and dealing with anxiety. ands-on therapies, Feng Shui, and sports-related courses, designed to enhance your wellbeing and positively impact others.
Enrol in our nationally recognised Certificate IV in Massage Therapy HLT42021 training to become qualified in a fulfilling career as a massage therapist. Under the mentorship of our experienced tutors, you’ll not only gain the skills needed to excel in this field but also receive practical, hands-on training that prepares you for the real world.
Or, become the hero in any situation with our nationally recognized first aid courses. Gain life saving skills in our Provide First Aid, Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and other aid & grief support courses.
Discover the Shire’s best kept secret when it comes to health and wellbeing. A seriously affordable 1-hour massage for the bargain price of just $30! Enjoy a dreamy massage in Mullumbimby with one of our dedicated students who are keen to apply their newfound skills and gain valuable hands-on experience under the guidance of our expert industry trainers. Now that’s a win win!
All Ways Arts with Pavel & Megan
Join us for a series of empowering art workshops designed specifically for individuals with diverse abilities. Through playful exploration and creative collaboration Art will be made!
From complete novice to experienced artist, this workshop uses multi-faceted techniques to cater for all. An exhibition concludes the program to celebrate the creative adventure and share the journey with our trusted community.
These inclusive sessions will provide a supportive and accessible environment where participants can explore their creativity through various artistic processes.
Led by experienced facilitators, the workshops will cater to diverse needs, ensuring everyone can enjoy and benefit from the artistic process and tap into the creative spirit.
This course is fully funded and all materials will be provided.
All participants must attend with their individual support worker. Attending support workers are encouraged to take part and have a sincere desire to engage in the creative process. Be part of this exciting project in a newly opened studio to discover the joy of self-expression through creative collaboration!
Art Therapy Intro with Claudia Gyr
Learn the basic principles of Art Therapy and deepen into some experiential, interactive processes to give you a taste of how art therapy can support personal growth and healing. This course is offered in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Absolutely no artistic skills are needed.
Bicycle Repair and Maintenance with Nick Bowden
Designed for bike riders wishing to learn how to carry out basic maintenance and repairs to their bike, this workshop is led by a professional bike mechanic, who makes understanding bike mechanics easy. By the end of the workshop, we aim for you to be able to perform basic maintenance and repairs to your bike, saving you money and making your bike safer and more enjoyable to ride.
CHC43315 - Certificate IV in Mental Health
Discover the rewarding path to making a difference in people's lives with our CHC43315 - Certificate IV in Mental Health. This nationally recognised qualification empowers you to provide compassionate, client-centred support to individuals navigating mental health challenges.
Unlock the skills to implement community-based programs and activities tailored to mental health needs. From community organisations to clinical settings, this qualification equips you to work autonomously while contributing meaningfully to the well-being of others.
With a focus on recovery-oriented support, our program prepares you to thrive in diverse community contexts. Whether it's outreach services, residential care, or rehabilitation programs, you'll be guided by seasoned practitioners and professionals every step of the way, graduating industry ready.
Join us on this transformative journey and become a vital part of enhancing mental health support in our communities. Enrol now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in mental health!
Communication For Clarity And Connection with Paulette Bray-Narai
Most of us long for harmony in our relationships, yet often the way we express ourselves and listen to others leads to misunderstanding, frustration and disconnection. This course introduces you to ways of communicating and listening based on "Nonviolent Communication" - a process proven to contribute to greater understanding and connection with family and friends and of course - yourself.
Death-Defying Law with Mark Swivel
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.
Face Yoga with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch
Lift your Face! Lift your Spirit! Face yoga uses muscle exercises, conscious breathing and body poses to tighten, tone and lift your face naturally. During this course you will learn a set of exercises to smooth wrinkles, lift droopy eyelids, improve your eyesight, reduce double chins and define your jawline, which you can practice at home and easily integrate into your daily life.
Golf Mullumbimby with Luke Woods
These classes are for golfers of all levels from the beginner to the regular club golfer and offer a relaxed and friendly learning environment at the Mullumbimby Golf Club with Steve, a Certified Community Instructor. Classes cover all of the basics including short game, long game and on-course play.
Golf Ocean Shores with Chris Graham
These classes are for golfers of all levels from the beginner to the regular club golfer and offer a relaxed and friendly learning environment at the Ocean Shores Golf Club with Chris Graham, a Certified PGA Professional. Classes are scheduled over five weeks covering all of the basics including short game, long game and on-course play.
HLTAID009 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
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This CPR half-day course is for students who have a CURRENT Provide First Aid qualification OR just wish to learn the CPR unit. This course covers the CPR element of Provide First Aid, which is recommended to be updated every year.
This course teaches you the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines. This course is developed for existing workers in the industry who may require CPR training as recommended by the ARC.
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid In An Education And Care Setting
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This course is suitable for anyone working in long day care, family day care, preschool and outside of school hours (OOSH) care services. It will teach you the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants, children and adults in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines.
Developed for 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.
Last Aid - Care For The Dying At Home with Lyn Kemp
Participants will learn how to be of genuine service to others, who may be family or friends, who are dying and who have chosen to die at home. Any person can attend this course and it can, if you wish, lead on to full training as a volunteer carer for Amitayus Home Hospice Service.
Myofascial Release Massage Part II with Howard Rontal
Myofascial constrictions in the lower body are just as enervating as they are elsewhere in the body and they distort the way people stand, walk, and move. This workshop will build on and expand the knowledge you gained in the Myofascial Release Massage, Upper Body course. When you complete the Lower Body course you will be able to give a full body Myofascial Release Massage.
Myofascial Release Part I with Howard Rontal
Mullum, $410
Add Myofascial Release methods to your existing therapeutic skill-set to deliver an even more in-depth treatment to your friends, family or clients. Used to relieve anything from chronic pain to common complaints such as lower back pain, these 32 myofascial release strokes are easily integrated into your existing routine or offered as a standalone treatment.
NDIS Support Worker Workshop with O'Neal Harral
Considering a career change? Join our comprehensive 1-day workshop, where you'll gain valuable insights and all the necessary information to kickstart your path towards becoming an independent or agency NDIS support worker.
Reflexology with Michelle Mac Anally
Reiki Level 1 with Catherine Harrison
Reiki is the gentle Japanese method of hands-on energy healing that works on all levels of a person and is simple to use and easy to learn. You will learn how to Reiki yourself, children, pets and plants. You will receive an attunement into Reiki Level 1, an ancient healing symbol of protection and a certificate on completion. Empower yourself today and bring this ancient healing art into your life.
Self-Help For Anxiety with Dee De Haas
Enjoy the warmth, care and fun of a therapeutic environment while learning proven strategies to reduce uncontrolled worry and anxiety using group work, Mindfulness and CBT strategies, which are proven to be the most effective and empowering tools to get you back on your feet if you are struggling emotionally.
Tarot Reading with Dee De Haas
Tap into your inner psyche by learning to read tarot. Read for yourself, friends and family, or start up your own tarot reading business. Learn the tarot archetypes, ancient spreads and the ability to tap into your innate intuitive/psychic faculties. The tarot activates our spiritual intuitiveness and invites us to broaden our self awareness. It helps re-envision pathways available to us, and to others, in fulfilling our unique life pathways.
Yoga over 60s with Barbi Joffe
If you'd like to practice Yoga in a safe and welcoming environment and you are over 60, this course if for you! We'll practice some gentle Yoga postures, synchronising movement with breath for a good stretch, body strengthening and mind relaxation. All levels and age over 60s are welcome.