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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.

Enroll in a Class
To enroll in the classes you will need to send us an enrolment form. Please download the form below, print and complete the form. 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

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. An Annual Enrolment fee of $12 is payable for 1st time enrolments (excluding BSCC p/group members).
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 & the Internet - for over 50's
Thorough but relaxed intro to computers for complete beginners; includes sessions on web search, setting up an webmail address & emailing.

*This course is subsidised by the Boroondara Community Grant Program

Starting Friday 10 October 2008
8 Fridays
10.00 am - 12.00 noon
$60

Basic Word Processing
Produce professional looking pages, cut & paste, insert graphics, etc. Assumes basic computer literacy.

Starting Friday 7 November 2008
5 Fridays 12.30 - 2.30pm $121

Intermediate Word Processing
For those wanting to refine and extend their skills. Assumes completion of basic word processing or equivalent.

Starting Friday Friday 18 July 2008
5 Fridays 10.00 am - 12.00 noon $140

Desktop Publishing
Learn to master this program t design newsletters, cards, brochures, notices etc.

Starting Friday 18 July 2008
4 Fridays 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm $129

Ebay Trading
Learn about trading, buying & selling on Ebay including privacy & security issues.

Starting Thursday 17 July 2008
3 Thursdays 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm $83
Starting Friday 10 October 2008
3 Fridays 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm $83
Website Design
Want to set up your own website so friends and family interstate or overseas can keep up to date with your life? Take this opportunity to learn to build a website and go live!
Starting 14 August 2008
6 Thursdays 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm $166
Excel - Level 2
Extend the scope of your spreadsheet skills. Assumes familiarity with basic Excel.
Starting Friday 22 August 2008
4 Fridays 10.00 am - 12.00 noon $129
Introduction to Powerpoint presentations
Learn this powerful presentation package to produce professional looking slide shows on your computer. Assumes good familiarity with Windows and mouse skills.
Starting Friday 22 August 2008
4 Fridays 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm $129
Introduction to MYOB
Manage personal & business finances. Assumes basic bookkeeping knowledge, computer skills.
Starting Thursday 9 October 2008
7 Thursdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm $170
Digital photos & your computer
Learn to download, view & manipulate photos from digital cameras onto your computer using a cardreader.
Saturday 11 October 2008
Saturday 9.30am - 12.30pm $58

Basic Bookkeeping
Ideal introduction to bookkeeping procedures for home or work.

Starting Tuesday 12 August 2008
6 Tuesdays 7.00pm - 9.00pm $93
 
PERSONAL SKILLS

Survival French
Conversational French with emphasis on basic expressions useful for travellers.

Starting Monday 21 July 2008
8 Mondays 1.00pm - 2.30pm $106
Starting Monday 6 October 2008

8 Mondays 1.00pm - 2.30pm
No class 3/11

$106

*NEW* Sing It!
Learn to sing with your natural voice and celebrate life in song. Learn world, gospel, folk and contemporary songs; harmony and the joy of singing in a group.

Starting Tuesday 22 July 2008
8 Tuesdays 10.00 am - 11.30 am
No class 19/8
$115
Starting Tuesday 7 October 2008

5 Tuesdays 10.00 am - 11.30 am
No class 4/11

$72

*NEW* Interior Decorating Level 2
Extend your knowledge and put the theory you've learned into practice. Complete projects that produce satisfying results.

Starting Monday 28 July 2008

6 Mondays 10.00 am - 12.00 noon

$118

*NEW* Free Mobile Phone Training for Seniors
Getting a phone for the first time, or want to learn more about the phone you've already got? Join us in a relaxed and friendly 2 hour session that will help you understand the terminology and unlock the mysteries of the mobile phone. Offerd by Crazy Johns as a service to the community.

Tuesday 19 August 2008
Tuesday 10.00 am - 12.00 noon
N/C

CPR Training
Learn the current CPR procedures and gain confidence to act in emergencies. Paediatric and general information.

Monday 1 September 2008

1 Monday 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm

$50

Parenting - How to talk so kids will listen
Covers parenting styles, listening skills, building self-esteem, setting limits, problem solving etc.
*Cost is subject to funding grant

Starting Thursday 16 October 2008

4 Thursdays 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm
Follow up session 4 December

$56

Health Workshops
New topic each month, eg Healthy Eating - a tour of your local supermarket, Toddler Toes - everything you need to know about footwear for your little ones, East meets West - sleep settling.
Ring for details on topic for the month. Childcare available.

Starting Wednesday 16 July 2008
3rd Wednesday morning of each month 10.00am - 12.00 noon  

Negotiating the Maze of Aged Care
3 FREE workshops
Planning for the next stage
What's out there
How to access the system
Free, but bookings are essential.

Dates to be advised
3 evenings 6.30pm - 7.30pm  
 
COOKING

*NEW* Traditional Indian Cooking
Homestyle Indian cooking with Mahendra Mehra. Learn to prepare traditional non-vegetarian dishesfrom Rajasthan to Kashmir to Kerala using authentic spices and ingredients.

Starting Thursday 7 August 2008

3 Thursdays 7.00pm - 9.00pm $80

*NEW* Pack and Go - Healthy snacks for kinder and parties
Don't fall into the marketing trap of providing only expensive, highly processed snack foods for your children. Her are easy, quick and healthy alternatives for play lunch that your kids will love.

Starting Monday 1 September 2008
2 Mondays 7.30pm - 9.30pm $46

*NEW* From Pantry to Table
Learn how to create quick, easy dishes from nothing - what you stock in your pantry and freezer that can be turned into delicious meals in minutes.

Starting Monday 13 October 2008
3 Mondays 7.30pm - 9.30pm
$68
 
FOR CHILDREN

*NEW* Print making for kids (Ages 6+)
Explore printing techniques using a variety of materials. Learn about composition, colours, textures etc.

Starting Monday 11 August 2008
6 Mondays 4.00 pm - 5.15 pm $69
Music Enrichment Program
Babies through to pre-schoolers
Thursday Mornings
For enquiries and enrolments contact Rebecca 0410 519 484  
 
Enrolment Information
Concessions available for Pension/Health Cardholders, Seniors, F/T students(for adult classes).
An Annual Enrolment fee of $12 is payable for first time enrolments(excl BSCC p/groups).
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 $15 cancellation fee. No refunds given once a class begins.
 
HEALTH AND FITNESS

Pilates
Wednesday evenings, 2 classes.
Contact office for bookings 9889 0791

Starting Wednesday 16 July 2008
10 Wednesdays 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm and 7.40 pm - 8.40 pm $130
Starting Wednesday 8 October 2008
8 Wednesdays 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm and 7.40 pm - 8.40 pm $104
Yoga
Wednesday Evenings
Contact Jane 9813 0518  
Relaxation/Meditation
Saturday Afternoons
Contact Julie 9509 6858