Adult + Children's Classes

Classes for all ages

Bowen Street Community Centre offers a range of courses for all ages including computer, work and personal skills, plus craft, art and other general interest topics. Concessions are available for Pension card holders, Healthcare card holders, full time students and Seniors.

Classes are held during the school terms, in both the daytime and evening, and can vary in length from one session to twelve. We provide a friendly environment for people to learn in a relaxed and comfortable setting, with committed tutors, small classes and welcoming staff.

Enrolling
To enroll in a class please call us first to check that the publicized class information is accurate and that the class is not full. Then you can download the form below. Options for Sending 1. Post to Bowen Street Community Centre, 102 Bowen Street, Camberwell 3124. 2. Send as an attachment to enquiries@bowenstreet.org.au. 3. Fax to 9889 0057

Adult Class Enrolment Form(.pdf)

Children's Class Enrolment Form(.doc)

Enrolment Information
Class fees are GST-free. Concessions are available for Pension/Health Cardholders, full time students and Seniors.
Refund Policy:
Full refund given if Centre cancels a course due to insufficient enrolments. Class fees are due 3 weeks before start of a course. Withdrawals 9 days or less prior to the commencement of the course will be subject to a $15 cancellation fee. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN ONCE A CLASS BEGINS.

The Classes Program is shown below but can also be downloaded to your computer as a pdf file. Click here to download the Classes Program. If you need Acrobat Reader it can be downloaded by clicking here.

COMPUTER & WORK SKILLS
Introduction to Computers Thorough but relaxed intro to computers for complete beginners.	Starting Friday 23 July 2010
	5 Fridays 10.00 am - 12.00 noon	$147
	Starting Friday 15 October 2010
	5 Fridays 10.00 am - 12.00 noon	$147
Keep your computer running smoothly Tuning up your software, removing rubbish (to speed up programs), re-installing operating systems.	Saturday 16 October 2010
	9.30 am - 12.30 pm	$64
Basic Word Processing Produce professional looking pages, cut & paste, insert graphics, etc. Assumes basic computer literacy.	Starting Friday 19 November 2010
	5 Fridays 10.00 am - 12.00 pm	$147
Desktop Publishing - Introduction to Publisher Learn to master this program to design invitations, newsletters, cards, brochures, notices etc.	Starting Friday 26 November 2010
	4 Fridays 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm	$137
eBay Trading Learn about trading, buying & selling on Ebay including privacy & security issues.	Starting Thursday 29 July 2010
	3 Thursdays 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm	$105
	Starting Thursday 14 October 2010
	3 Thursdays 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm	$105
Excel - Introduction Basic spreadsheet concepts. Assumes familiarity with Windows and good mouse skills.	Starting Friday 20 August 2010
	4 Fridays 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm	$137
File Management Intro to th PC based file management system. Directory structures, folders and subfolders. Uses windows Explorer to manage and view drives, folders, subfolders and files. Assumes good mouse skills.	Starting Thursday 19 August 2010
	3 Thursdays 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm	$105


Introduction to the Internet Sessions include Web search, setting up a personal webmail address and emailing. Pre-requisites: Intro to computers or equivalent.	Starting Friday 27 August 2010
	3 Fridays 10.00 am - 12.00 noon	$105


iPod Training Want to buy an iPod or learn more about the one you've already got? This workshop will help you understand the functions. Includes help with iTunes.	Saturday 23 October 2010
	Saturday 9.30 am - 12.30 pm	$64
Digital Photos and your computer Learn to download, view and manipulate photos from digital cameras onto your computer using a card reader.	Saturday 7 August 2010
	9.30 am - 12.30 pm	$64
Introduction to MYOB Manage personal & business finances. Assumes basic bookkeeping knowledge, computer skills.	Starting Thursday 4 November 2010
	7 Thursdays 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm	$234
Website Design Learn to build a basic website and go Live! Assumes good mouse skills, file management and familiarity with windows.	Starting Friday 15 October 2010
	6 Fridays 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm	$220
Basic Bookkeeping Ideal introduction to bookkeeping procedures for home or work.	Starting Tuesday 13 July 2010
	6 Tuesdays 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm	$114
Bookkeeping Level 2 Balance sheet, petty cash, bank reconciliation, payroll, journal, trial balance, profit & loss, BAS statements. Assumes completion of Basic Bookkeeping or equivalent.	Starting Tuesday 12 October 2010
	6 Tuesdays 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm (no class 2/11)	$114
Medical Reception Covers medical terminology, reception and administration. Ideal training for full or part-time work in a medical office. Certificate of attendance will be issued on completion. Cost includes Medical dictionary.	Starting Wednesday 21 July 2010
	13 Wednesdays 9.30 am - 12.30 pm (no class 22/9 and 29/9)	$286
Website Design Learn how to build a website and go live! Assumes good mouse skills and familiarity with Windows.	Starting Friday 15 October 2010
	6 Fridays 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm	$220

PERSONAL/LIFE SKILLS
CPR Learn to the current CPR procedures and gain confidence to act in emerdencies. Paediatric and general information.	Monday 16 August 2010
	6.00 pm - 9.00 pm	$61
Navigating Emergency Procedures Vital information in the event that your child needs urgent medical attention	Tuesday 27 July2010
	7.30 pm - 9.30 pm	$10
French Basic conversational skills and survival tips for your travels and language lovers.	Starting Monday 19 July 2010
	8 Mondays 12.00 noon - 1.00 pm for beginners 8 Mondays 1.30 pm - 3.00 pm for intermediate (No classes March 8)	$98 $130
	Starting Monday 11 October 2010
	8 Mondays 12.00 noon - 1.00 pm for beginners 8 Mondays 1.30 pm - 3.00 pm for intermediate	$98 $130
NEW Italian For Beginners Learn basic conversation for holidaqy and travels in Italy.	Starting Tuesday 13 July 2010
	8 Tuesdays 12.30 - 2.30 pm	$149
	Starting Tuesday 5 October 2010
	8 Tuesdays 12.30 - 2.30 pm (no class 2/11)	$149
Sewing - Dressmaking and Alteration workshop Tips and techniques for doing alterations and your own repairs. Machine and hand sewing.	Starting Saturday 14 August 2010
	2 Saturdays 9.30 am - 12.00 noon	$88

COOKING/CRAFT
Meatless Indian Dishes Learn about the many regional specialties and flavours you can prepare including desserts.	Starting Thursday 5 August 2010
	4 Thursdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm	$111
	Starting Thursday 21 October 2010
	4 Thursdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm	$111
Watercolour painting Learn the basics of watercolour, including laying washes, how to mix colours, brush strokes, paper treatment and the use of watercolour pencils.	Starting Tuesday 13 July 2010
	8 Tuesdays 10.00 am - 12.00 noon	$149
	Starting Tuesday 5 October 2010
	8 Tuesdays 10.00 am - 12.00 noon	$149

FOR KIDS AND YOUNG CHILDREN
'Baby Watch' - Babysitting Education Pilot Program for teens 13+ Learn the skills to look after young children and babies as confident and qualified babysitters. Topics include: Child development, management and behaviour, child health, safety and play. A certificate will be issued on successful completion of the course.	5, 6 and 7 July 2010
	3 days during school holidays 1.30 pm - 5.30 pm	$85
	Starting Monday 4 October 2010
	6 Mondays 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm (no class 1/11)	$85
Sewing for Teens - Grade 6+ Learn to understand and use your machine and complete a simple project	Starting Monday 28 June 2010
	4 days - School Holidays 1.30 pm 3.00 pm	$128
	Starting Monday 19 July 2010
	6 Mondays 4.30 pm - 6.30 pm	$156
Music Enrichment Program Babies through to pre-schoolers	Thursdays
	For enquiries contact: Melinda 0412 921 053

Enrolment Information Concessions available for Pension/Health Cardholders, Seniors, F/T students(for adult classes). Class fees due 3 weeks before course begins. Refund Policy Full refund given if Centre cancels course due to low enrolments. Withdrawals 9 days or less prior to start of course are subject to a cancellation fee. No refunds given once a class begins.

HEALTH AND FITNESS
Yoga	Wednesday Evenings
	Contact Jane 9569 8540
Relaxation/Meditation	Saturday Afternoons
	Contact Julie 9509 6858