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YCC cares Situated in the heart of Melbourne’s inner west, YCC is a hub of lifelong learning for people of all ages.

From short courses and language and literacy classes, through to support services, childcare and more, we respond to the needs of our community by offering a wide range of programs and services that are accessible, responsive and fun.

YCC has been an integral part of the local community for over 40 years, gaining trust and respect from all our stakeholders. Our activities connect the whole region through valued partnerships that enable us to extend our reach.

On a daily basis, YCC continues to be a vibrant hub of activity and knowledge. We’re proud to be recognised locally and statewide for the quality of our work and the professionalism of our staff. Our focus will always be on serving our community to the best of our ability.

OnlineOur website allows you to book and pay for your classes securely. Visit www.ycc.net.au and follow the prompts.

Come in personTo Yarraville Community Centre, 59 Francis St Yarraville. Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm, Fridays 9am to 4pm.

Over the phoneCall 9687 1560 to book and pay (credit cards only).

By faxFax 9687 1166. First call to book and we’ll hold your place for 3 working days. Fax your credit card details on a completed enrolment form, available online.

Snail mailCall for an enrolment form or download from www.ycc.net.au.

Fill in and then post completed enrolment form and payment to Yarraville Community Centre, PO Box 215 Yarraville 3013 (cheque or credit card payment only).

Occasional childcare @ 59 Francis StAt YCC, we offer high quality, affordable occasional childcare in a happy, safe and healthy environment for children aged from 6 months to 5 years.

Monday to Friday, 9.15am – 2.15pm 59 Francis St Yarraville

3 Year old Pre-school @ 114 Blackwood StTuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9.15am – 2.15pm call 9687 1560 for further information.

Notes If you’re interested in attending a class, book in ASAP as our courses rely on numbers to run.

If you’re phoning to book, we need payment within 3 working days to secure your place.

Interested in subscribing to the YCC program? You can receive it by email or mail. Simply provide your name, address or email address by contacting info@ycc.net.au, drop into the office at 59 Francis St, call 9687 1560 or subscribe online at www.ycc.net.au.

For our cancellation and refund policy, visit www.ycc.net.au.

Call YCC, 9687 1560, for information on volunteering or accessing the kiosk.

Where are we?Our courses are held at either:

Yarraville Community Centre 59 Francis St Yarraville or at 114 Blackwood St Yarraville unless otherwise stated.

See the map on the back cover of this brochure for reference.

English language classes are also held at our site in:

209A Nicholson St, Footscray (entry via Mechanics Way).

we also offer classes at Maribyrnong, Maidstone, West Footscray and Braybrook

Free We offer free public access to computers at Francis St and Blackwood St Neighbourhood House, and free wifi at Francis St.

Use the internet, search the web, study or use the Microsoft Office packages. Bookings are not required, but there is a nominal fee for printing. Call us on 9687 1560.

How to enrol

YCC offers you moreWe provide community services such as public access computers, occasional childcare and service referrals, low cost photocopying, and Tax Help.

We can develop curriculum and manage projects. And our multipurpose rooms can be hired for meetings and functions.

See the last page of this brochure for more information and other community activities.

Questions?Call us on 9687 1560 during YCC office hours:

Mon–Thurs 9.00am – 5.00pm Fri 9.00am – 4.00pm

Please note eligibility requirements apply to concession fees for all accredited training.

For more information about eligibility, visit www.education.vic.gov.au.

SeniorsYCC is a broadband kiosk for seniors. Broadband for Seniors will help you get the skills you need to use computers and access the Internet. Ring the Centre for more information on volunteering 9687 1560 or accessing the kiosk.

Check out the exciting new courses available.Visit: www.ycc.net.au

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Toddler and preschool creative dance Monday 18 July (8 sessions)

Tuesday 19 July (8 sessions)

10.00am – 11.00am for ages 18 months to 3 years (parent participation required)

11.15am – 12.15pm for 3 to 5 year olds

This play and movement experience, creative dance encourages music appreciation, imagination, sharing and socialisation. Uses children’s natural curiosity to develop and enjoy dance, yoga, meditation and play. A different theme every week, with lots to see and do.

Cost: $110 / Con $105

Kids & activities

Practical Japanese for beginnersTuesday 19 July 6.30pm – 8.00pm (8 sessions)

Konnichiwa (hello)! Enjoy learning about Japanese conversation and culture for everyday use. Study vocabulary for times and places, as well as basic grammar. Perfect for beginners or people wanting to travel to Japan.

Cost: $130 / Con $125

Japanese conversation – the next step Thursday 21 July 6.30pm – 8.00pm (8 sessions)

Take your Japanese conversation skills and knowledge to the next level. Perfect for students who have completed ‘Practical Japanese for beginners’ or who have some Japanese speaking experience.

Cost: $130 / Con $125

French for beginners @ 114 Blackwood StThursday 21 July 6.00pm – 8.00pm (8 sessions)

Have fun learning the basics of French language – phonetics, pronunciation, travellers’ guide, some essential grammar and poetry. Perfect for travelling.

Cost: $170 / Con $165

French – the next step @ 114 Blackwood StWednesday 20 July 6.00pm – 7.30pm (8 sessions)

Ideal as a follow-on from ‘French for beginners’ and for students who have some French-speaking experience. Covers more advanced reading and grammar.

Cost: $130 / Con $125

Languages

Beginners Italian for the traveller Thursday 21 July 6.00pm – 7.30pm (8 sessions)

Learn to use basic Italian in a variety of situations – whether you’re planning to travel or just want to learn a bit more about Italian language and culture. Prepare for la dolce vita!

Cost: $165 / Con $160

Italian – the next step Thursday 21 July 7.30pm – 9.00pm (8 sessions)

Improve your existing skills in this follow-on Italian language course. Perfect for those who know basic Italian or who have completed ‘Beginners Italian for the traveller’.

Cost: $165 / Con $160

Latin American tapas and Spanish for beginners Friday 5 August 6.30pm – 8.30pm (4 sessions)

Practise Spanish and learn about cooking. Enjoy food and music along with a nice glass of wine. Suitable for beginners.

Cost: $160

For further information on courses, head to

ycc.net.au

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Floristry in a day Saturday 27 August 10.00am – 5.00pm (1 session)

Create beautiful flower and foliage arrangements, simply and easily. Learn how to buy and store flowers. Make a vase and gift box arrangement, a table centrepiece and ikebana (Japanese style arrangement).

Cost: $170 / Con $165

Digital photography SLR Wednesday 20 July 6.30pm – 8.30pm (8 sessions + 3 hour excursion, date TBA)

Learn how to take great photos, how your camera works and how to store your images. Find out how to use the other settings on your camera, then concentrate on the image – composition, landscapes, people photography and more.

Cost: $195 / Con $190

Digital photography – intermediateMonday 22 August 6.30pm – 8.30pm (4 sessions) plus

Saturday 27 August 9.30am – 12.30pm (3 sessions)

Continue with your photography – refresh your knowledge, learn about software, take 3 field trips and join in a classroom session to work on your images. Covers the process of making images and preparing them for print.

Cost: $190 / Con $185

Crochet fingerless glovesSunday 7 August 1.30pm – 5.00pm (1 session)

Cover the basics of crochet and learn how to make stylish fingerless gloves, perfect for the cold weather.

Cost: $35

Sewing tips and tricks for beginnersThursday 28 July 6.30pm – 8.30pm (8 sessions)

Develop basic sewing skills by producing a simple cushion cover or bag. Learn to use and maintain your sewing machine. Master a range of basic stitching techniques such as curves, corners, darts, gathering, finishing and more.

Cost: $180 / Con $175 (max 8 in class)

Film appreciation – Hitchcock workshopsTuesday 26 July 6.30pm – 9.00pm The Birds (1 session)

Tuesday 9 August 6.30pm – 9.00pm Rear Window (1 session)

Tuesday 23 August 6.30pm – 9.00pm Vertigo (1 session)

Tuesday 6 September 6.30pm – 9.00pm Psycho (1 session)

Spend an evening with Alfred Hitchcock. Watch one of these classic films, then join in a group discussion afterwards. Or enrol in all 4 – it’s up to you.

Cost: $25

Jewellery castingSaturday 6 August 10.00am – 1.30pm (2 sessions)

Develop your own design from a sketch through to wax formation and into a ring, pendant or earrings. After we have it cast, learn how to finish your piece in metal form. Take away your beautiful sterling silver piece.

Cost: $155

Metal texturingSunday 28 August 10.00am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Texture metal using recycled materials along with a range of techniques. Then create an individual piece – a ring, pendant, earrings or brooch – turning recycled materials into unique, stunning creations.

Cost: $75

Screenprinting Thursday 28 July 6.00pm – 9.00pm (1 session) or

Saturday 20 August 1.00pm – 4.00pm (1 session)

Learn the basics of screenprinting. Design your own artwork onto a stencil, then bring it to life on fabric. For beginners. Basic calico material supplied but feel free to bring in your own t-shirt, tea towel or tote bag etc.

Cost: $ $89 (+ $70 for compulsory screen and squeegee)

Woodblock printingSaturday 10 September 1.30pm – 5.00pm (1 session)

Learn about the different tools and techniques of carving into a woodblock. Print using barren techniques on Japanese papers and make a registration form for printing. Then apply subtle colour to your prints.

Cost: $69

FIMO brooch and pendantSaturday 6 August 10.30am – 1.00pm (1 session) or

Sunday 4 September 1.30pm – 4.00pm (1 session)

Learn to make a graduated colour blend to create a unique domed oval pendant. Discover how to turn your scrap clay into tiny pieces like earrings.

Cost: $45

Art & style

Japanese pottery – trio of small bowlsSaturday 30 July 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session) or

Saturday 27 August 1.30pm – 4.30pm (1 session)

Design and create a nest of 3 small bowls, perfect for dips or olives. These creations will be the talk of your next antipasto platter! Glaze your work during the class and collect your finished product the following week.

Cost: $55

Infinity scarfSunday 7 August 10.30am – 12.30pm (1 session)

Create a gorgeous scarf using arm knitting! A fun twist on the ancient craft of knitting. No needles – just bulky wool and a little practice, and you can complete an infinity scarf in around 30 minutes.

Cost: $35

Macramé wall hangingSaturday 20 August 10.30am – 12.30pm (1 session)

Go knotty making a beautiful bohemian-inspired macramé wall hanging. This macramazing decorative piece will teach you two basic knots that can be combined to make many more fringed delights.

Cost: $45

Macramé a handbag Saturday 17 September 10.30am – 12.30pm (1 session)

Macramé your way to boho chic with this easy-to-make funky handbag. Use knotty knowledge learned in class to turn basic cotton thread into a statement piece.

Cost: $49

Tie dyeingSaturday 17 September 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Learn a range of tie-dye techniques including spirals, stripes and circles using multiple colours. Design and make your own pillowcase (supplied) and bring another small item from home to dye.

Cost: $40

Candle making with soy waxSaturday 20 August 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session) or

Sunday 11 September 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Make your own soy wax candles. Discover how to prepare your jars, best wicks and wax to use, and how to measure the correct scent.

Cost: $49

Paper floral crown Saturday 17 September 1.30pm – 4.30pm (1 session)

Learn the art of paper flower making using simple tools and techniques. Design and create your own paper flower crown with a variety of flower types.

Cost: $65

Coptic stitch bookbindingSaturday 3 September 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Create a coptic stitched book with a visible spine stitch and cloth hardback cover, and each page opening perfectly flat. Coptic books are ideal for visual diaries, photo albums, digital media portfolios and other applications.

Cost: $95

Paper marblingSunday 31 July 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Master various marbling techniques, including traditional and free-form. Create different marbling mixtures and dabble in material marbling. Create your own marbled paper and material marbling.

Cost: $79

Macramé necklace Saturday 3 September 2.00pm – 3.30pm (1 session)

Uncomplicated yet striking, this retro-inspired design uses texture-on-texture interest to create a versatile necklace. Then use your new macramé-mad skills to effortlessly create a second necklace, both with magnetic clasps.

Cost: $35

Leather wrap journal Sunday 14 August 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Create your own leather bound journal, complete with long stitch spine and beautiful paper. Make a book that has each page opening flat – ideal for journals, visual diaries, portfolios and photo albums.

Cost: $90

Case bookbindingSunday 24 July 10.00am – 2.00pm (1 session)

Learn about paper direction and grain, essential bookmaking tools, and the method and technique required to create your own hardcover, soft spine book. Use decorative papers, ribbons and covers.

Cost: $105

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Succulent hanging basket @ 114 Blackwood StSaturday 20 August 10.30am – 1.00pm (1 session)

In this hand on workshop you will have fun designing you own hanging basket full of beautiful succulents, easy to maintain and enjoy anywhere in your garden.

Cost: $53

Willow weaving pot @ 114 Blackwood StSaturday 3 September 10.30am – 12.30pm (1 session)

Create a gorgeous pot plant to adorn your garden or give away as a gift. Using willow weaving techniques, make a decorative trestle for your terracotta pot. Choose a plant to fill the pot.

Cost: $42

Clay pot gardens @ 114 Blackwood StSunday 7 August 10.30am – 1.00pm (1 session)

You will be using old broken terracotta pots and stones to put together a “terrace” design within a larger pot, full of your favourite plants and rocks. The end product creates a fairy like garden.

Cost: $53

Bike maintenance – introduction Saturday 17 September 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Discover how to change a tyre, repair a puncture and look after your wheels. This beginner course concentrates on tools, wheels, tyres and tubes. You’ll receive your own new tube, tyre levers and a patch to take home.

Cost: $60

Bike maintenance – advancedSunday 18 September 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

This advanced course concentrates on all aspects of brakes and gear systems, including set-up and maintenance. Gain a thorough understanding of how to use, adjust and maintain the gears and brakes on your bike.

Cost: $60

Sustainability & environment

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Easy cheesySaturday 30 July 10.00am – 4.00pm (1 session) or

Sunday 28 August 10.00am – 4.00pm (1 session)

Learn how to make feta and camembert cheese in your kitchen. Take home 2 cheeses and enjoy sampling with matching wines.

Cost: $99

Delectable doughnuts Saturday 10 September 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Make doughnuts and fill them with infusions of Nutella and caramel, or vanilla and strawberry jam. Create a doughnut milkshake.

Cost: $50

Russian specialities Sunday 21 August 10.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Learn how to make pirozhki (savoury buns stuffed with bacon and onions), Russian tea cakes and more.

Cost: $45

Cooking with NutellaSunday 24 July 2.00pm – 5.30pm (1 session)

The Nutella craze continues! This unique flavour is versatile in desserts and complements almost every dish. Make Nutella cheesecake cups, Nutella profiteroles and Nutella cupcakes.

Cost: $55

Burek and baklavaSaturday 13 August 1.30pm – 4.30pm (1 session)

Make, roll and stretch out delicious filo pastry, turning it into meat or spinach and feta burek. Followed by layers of filo filled with chopped nuts, sweetened and held together with syrup or honey for baklava.

Cost: $45

Pies! Thursday 28 July 6.00pm – 9.30pm (1 session) or

Saturday 3 September 10.00am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Take the famous Aussie meat pie to the next level. Make a perfect pastry base with different fillings such as beef and kidney, lemongrass and chicken, and pulled pork and leek.

Cost: $50

Chocolate bonanza Thursday 18 August 6.00pm – 9.00pm (1 session) or

Saturday 10 September 2.00pm – 5.00pm (1 session)

Pure indulgence! Make mini oreo chocolates with gold foil, chocolate fans that complement cakes and desserts, mini chocolate blocks with a truffle filling and chocolate spheres.

Cost: $55

Ravioli and fettuccine Sunday 31 July 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Create mouth-watering ricotta-filled ravioli served with a gorgeous traditional sugo. Also make al dente fettuccine from scratch, served with a creamy broccoli and bacon sauce.

Cost: $45

Short and sweet pastrySaturday 13 August 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Learn how to make a gorgeous sweet pastry, turning it into an apple turnover. And create a short sweet pastry, making it into lemon shortbread that crumbles in your mouth.

Cost: $40

Italian festa – finger food for parties Sunday 24 July 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Traditional Italian finger food is always a hit. Make and enjoy bruschetta with roast capsicum, fried olives, polpette (meatballs) with Napoli sauce, and zucchini fritti (fritters).

Cost: $50

Italian dinner party Saturday 17 September 10.00am – 2.00pm (1 session)

Learn old-school Italian cooking with modern elements for your next dinner. Make fried olives and fresh bread with antipasto meats, traditional meat lasagne as the main and a dessert of tiramisu.

Cost: $70

Choux pastrySaturday 27 August 2.00pm – 5.00pm (1 session)

Learn how to create light, perfectly puffed pastry shells with creme patissiere for eclairs and profiteroles that will certainly impress. Croquembouche demonstration included.

Cost: $40

Churro baskets with cream custardSaturday 3 September 2.00pm – 5.00pm (1 session)

Churros are a traditional Spanish or South American deep-fried sweet doughnut. Learn how to make delicious churro baskets, sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar then filled with a homemade custard cream.

Cost: $40

Perfect the pavSunday 4 September 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Learn how to make the perfect pavlova base and complete it with 3 types of toppings: berry, chocolate and fresh fruit.

Cost: $45

Delicious dolce – Italian sweets Sunday 21 August 2.00pm – 5.00pm (1 session)

Discover how to make divine traditional Italian sweets including biscotti, cannoli and amaretti.

Cost: $60

Winter warmersSunday 18 September 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Warm your heart with a sausage, spinach and white bean soup that’s hearty, comforting and easy to make. Also make crusty damper to soak up the wholesome flavour.

Cost: $40

Japanese staplesSaturday 6 August 2.00pm – 5.30pm (1 session)

Learn how to prepare and serve tonkatsu, miso soup and yuzu ramen in the traditional way and, of course, eat and enjoy!

Cost: $55

Japanese bento box Tuesday 19 July 6.00pm – 9.00pm (1 session)

A traditional bento holds rice, fish or meat, with pickled or cooked vegetables, usually in a box-shaped container. Create your own, including teriyaki fish, chicken meatball, plus a vegie dish and rice.

Cost: $69

Cooking & hospitality

Ingredients and recipes provided. BYO apron and container to take

samples home.

Chinese banquetSunday 14 August 10.00am – 1.00pm (1 session)

Create dishes to share with family, the Chinese way. Make steamed barramundi with ginger and chilli, dim sum and bird’s nest of crispy noodles and stir fry.

Cost: $50

Latin American tapas and Spanish for beginners Friday 5 August 6.30pm – 8.30pm (4 sessions)

Practise Spanish and learn about cooking. Enjoy food and music along with a nice glass of wine. Suitable for beginners.

Cost: $160

Trifle 3 waysThursday 8 September 6.00pm – 9.00pm (1 session)

Trifle is a treat that’s welcome everywhere. Learn the basics and discover how to layer some non-traditional toppings. Make a berry trifle, peach and custard trifle and a black forest trifle.

Cost: $45

Yoga Beginners: Tuesday 12 July 6.15pm – 7.45pm (10 sessions)

General (day): Wednesday 13 July 11.30am – 1.00pm (10 sessions)

General: Thursday 14 July 6.00pm – 7.30pm (10 sessions)

Focus on relaxation, body awareness and peace of mind. Hatha yoga will help you return your body to a balanced and healthy state.

Cost: $140 / Con $135 / Casual $18

PilatesMonday 18 July 7.30pm – 8.30pm (8 sessions)

Develop your core muscle strength with balanced coordination and controlled movement using mat work and your own body weight for a better and stronger posture.

Cost: $105 / Con $99 / Casual $18

Yogalates Monday 18 July 6.30pm – 7.30pm (8 sessions)

Yogalates blends the ancient spiritual practices of yoga with the regenerative dynamics of Pilates, developing physical fitness and cultivating a sense of inner calm, relaxation and wellbeing.

Cost: $105 / Con $99 / Casual $18

Group fitness for over 50s @ 114 Blackwood StMonday 11 July 6.30pm – 7.30pm (10 sessions)

This low impact program minimises impact to joints while focusing on increasing strength and flexibility. Strength exercises followed by movements to increase flexibility will improve your fitness and leave you feeling great.

Cost: $125 / Con $120 / Casual $18

Health & wellbeing

Guided meditation Monday 25 July 6.30pm – 7.45pm (8 sessions)

Bring some peace into your life with this course of guided meditations. Each session begins with physical relaxation, followed by one guided meditation.

Cost: $110 /Con $105 / Casual $18

Mindfulness meditation @ 114 Blackwood StThursday 21 July 7.00pm – 8.30pm (8 sessions)

Learn to move through stressful situations more easily and allow yourself to observe what’s happening within your body rather than allowing the thinking mind to run the show. Let go of repressed emotional baggage and old habits.

Cost: $145

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Grow, sell, cook, eatMondays, Tuesdays and Fridays 9.30am – 3.00pm

*Eligibility requirements apply to this course.

Work towards achieving a Certificate in General Education for Adults while learning to grow, cook and sell herbs and vegetables. Develop practical literacy, numeracy and computer skills.

Cooking in the kitchen and artTuesday 12 July 10.00am – 2.00pm (10 sessions, school terms only)

*Eligibility requirements apply to this course

Cooking and art for people with a disability. This program gives participants a practical, sensory, hands-on opportunity to create scrumptious, healthy meals together. The second half includes sketching, painting and visual arts.

Cost: $62

People with a disability

Community choir Thursday 14 July 1.00pm – 2.30pm (10 sessions, school terms only)

*Eligibility requirements apply to this course

Singing for people with a disability. Learn simple songs, no singing experience is required. Free your voice and your soul!

Cost: $13

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Introduction to computers with Intel® Learn Easy StepsThursday 21 July 9.30am – 12.00pm (8 sessions)

*Eligibility requirements apply to this course.

For complete beginners, learn to find your way around the computer. Create new documents, email, save your work, use the internet, maintain online security and shop online. Also learn the basics of social media.

Cost: $100 / Con $78

Bookkeeping concepts (for MYOB/QuickBooks)Friday 15 July 10.00am – 1.00pm (2 sessions)

Prerequisites: Proficient in English and Year 9 maths

Learn basic bookkeeping terms, the double-entry accounting rules for debiting and crediting accounts, preparing and reading basic profit and loss statements, and preparing and reading balance sheets.

Cost: $75 / Con $68

MYOB (day)Friday 29 July 10.00am – 1.00pm (8 sessions)

Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge

*Eligibility requirements apply to this course.

Learn to effectively use MYOB to perform day-to-day business and bookkeeping. Enter daily business transactions, generate reports, process a payroll and prepare a Business Activity Statement.

Cost: $103 / Con $78.60 (+ $60 for compulsory MYOB book and CD: version 19.8) BYO USB stick

Introduction and exploration of iPad and iPhone Saturday 16 July 10.30am – 1.30pm (4 sessions)

Use iPad and iPhone applications to keep in touch with family and friends, be entertained and develop your understanding of the internet. Be inspired to use Calendar and Safari, as well as Skype, Twitter, eBay, Facebook and Pinterest.

Cost: $140 / Con $135

Introduction and exploration of Android smartphones and tablets Saturday 3 September 10.30am – 1.30pm (4 sessions)

Use iPad and iPhone applications to keep in touch with family and friends, be entertained and develop your understanding of the internet. Be inspired to use Calendar and Safari, as well as Skype, Twitter, eBay, Facebook and Pinterest.

Cost: $140 / Con $135

Social media mysteries solved Saturday 27 August 9.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Explore the benefits of social media, now an integral tool for business and personal life. Learn the basics of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other social media platforms, covering a range of tips and tricks.

Cost: $45

Blogging basics Saturday 30 July 9.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Learn how to develop a great blog that connects with your audience. Covers the basics of blogging, elements of a web page, the role of social media and setting up a basic WordPress blog.

Cost: $45

Photoshop for beginnersTuesday 2 August 6.30pm – 9.00pm (5 sessions – no class 23 or 30 August)

Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge

Get the most from your digital images. Learn how to work with your images, understand file formats and use Photoshop tools to explore the detail and control you can have over your images. Find out how to enhance your images and use them in gift cards, greeting cards and calendars

Cost: $140

YouTube basicsSaturday 13 August 9.30am – 11.30pm (1 session)

Prerequisite: Sound level of computer literacy

Keen to start your own online adventure? Get the information you need to set up a website, personalise it, manage your dashboard options and update your site – even on the go

Cost: $25

WordPress for beginnersSaturday 10 September 9.30am – 1.30pm (1 session)

Prerequisite: Sound level of computer literacy

Keen to start your own online adventure? Get the information you need to set up a website, personalise it, manage your dashboard options and update your site – even on the go.

Cost: $45

Computers & business

We have free public access to computers at Francis St and Blackwood St Neighbourhood

House and free wi-fi at Francis St. Use the internet, search the web, study or use the Microsoft Office

packages. Bookings are not required but there is a nominal fee for printing.

We also hold computer classes at Maribyrnong, Braybrook and Maidstone Community Centres. Call the Education Manager, 9687 1560, for more information.

One-to-one lessons Private tuition is available if you’d prefer to learn at your own pace or if you need to extend your skills for a specific purpose. Prices vary depending on your requirements and start at $65 per hour. Call YCC, 9687 1560, for a quote or to make a booking.

Group trainingWe can tailor a program to suit your employees’ training needs. Book our state-of-the-art training lab and bring your own trainer, or we can train your staff for you.

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Adult guitar @ 114 Blackwood StBeginners 1: Wednesday 20 July 6.30pm – 7.30pm (8 sessions)

Give up air guitar and unleash your inner Hendrix. Learn the basics of playing the most popular instrument on the planet, Focus on experiencing the feel of the left hand and changing between chords in the keys of G and C fluently.

Beginners 2: Wednesday 20 July 7.30pm – 8.30pm (8 sessions)

Building on ‘Beginners 1’, learn to do more – the focus is on right hand rhythms and variations in strumming (completion of ‘Beginners 1’ or knowledge of most open position chords required).

Intermediate 1: Wednesday 20 July 8.30pm – 9.30pm (8 sessions)

Rock on at this all-out jam session. You must be able to play all major, minor and dominant 7th chords in open position and bar chord variations (completion of ‘Beginners 2’ required).

Cost: $95 / Con $90 (small class sizes) BYO guitar

Dance & music

For further information on courses, head to

ycc.net.au

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BollywoodWednesday 20 July 7.30pm – 8.30pm (8 sessions)

With energetic beats, this dynamic form of dancing will increase your fitness levels and flexibility. Suitable for any age, gender and background, Bollywood dance is both physically and mentally invigorating.

Cost: $99 / Con $95 / Casual $18

ZumbaWednesday 20 July 6.30pm – 7.30pm (8 sessions)

An easy way to get fit while having fun, Zumba provides you with all the benefits of a workout with motivational music. Suitable for people of all ages, backgrounds and fitness levels.

Cost: $99 / Con $95 / Casual $18

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Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) ProgramAre you registered with Centrelink? If so, you may be eligible for FREE classes to improve your skills and confidence in reading, writing, everyday maths, computers and English language, to help you gain employment.

Classes include:

– beginner to advanced levels – work placements – individual training plans – computer skills – employment skills – Footscray and Yarraville venues.

To register, contact your Centrelink or Job Active provider and ask for a SEE program referral. Or call YCC, 9687 1560, for more information.

Reading and writing classes (accredited training)YCC holds reading, writing, literacy and numeracy classes. Get the basics of spelling, grammar, reading and writing for personal, community, employment and further education purposes. Classes include basic computer skills. Certificates in General Education for Adults, Introductory to Certificate II.

Entry to these classes is by interview. Call YCC, 9687 1560.

English as an Additional Language Classes (EAL)YCC has a range of accredited and pre-accredited English language classes available to suit your individual needs:

– full-time or part-time – day and evening – beginner to advanced levels – 22259VIC Course in EAL – 22250VIC Certificate I in EAL – 22251VIC Certificate II in EAL – 22253VIC Certificate III in EAL – 22257VIC Certificate IV in EAL (Employment/Professional) – EAL digital literacy (computers).

Entry to these English language classes is by interview. Call YCC, 9687 1560.

Venues at Yarraville, Maribyrnong, Maidstone, West Footscray, Footscray and Braybrook.

Workplace literacy and numeracy trainingWe regularly engage with community organisations, workplaces and industry to tailor courses specific to the literacy and numeracy needs of particular groups, individuals or businesses, for example, workplace skills training or numeracy training.

Call the Education Manager, 9687 1560. Free classes for asylum seekers and refugees Thursday 10.00am to 1.00pm. Call Lynette, 9687 1560, for more details. Classes run during Victorian school terms. Footscray Library, 56 Paisley Street, Footscray 3011.

Pre-accredited trainingYCC offers a range of short introductory courses to help learners gain skills and confidence. These include:

– EAL for older learners – EAL evening classes – EAL digital literacy (computers) – introduction to iPads – digital literacy skills for EAL learners – practical work pathways – beginners to advanced computers.

Call YCC, 9687 1560, for venue information.

Resource development YCC has worked with a variety of government departments and organisations in developing learning and informational resources appropriate for low-literacy and English as an Additional Language for adult learners. Contact us if you would like to work with YCC in developing resources or materials.

Language and literacy assessments Through a one or one-and-a-half hour interview, our literacy assessors can give a comprehensive assessment and written report of your learning, reading, writing, oral communication (speaking and listening) and numeracy skills using the Australian Core Skills Framework. This assessment will highlight your strengths and areas for improvement. This is an important tool for targeting your language learning and working out what level of training you are ready for (such as Certificate II, III or IV).

This is a fee-based service. Call YCC, 9687 1560.

English language and literacy courses and services

One-on-one classesSome people prefer to learn privately for a variety of reasons. We offer one-on-one classes with a trained language and literacy teacher. The times and content of the class can be negotiated with the teacher after an initial appointment. For WorkCover recipients, this activity may be approved and paid for as a return to work activity.

Call the Education Manager, 9687 1560.

Yarraville Community Centre is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) (TOID 4207) and Learn Local provider.

We offer a range of government funded accredited and pre-accredited training programs. Our vocational education training programs are delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. People with disabilities are encouraged to access training. Please note eligibility requirements apply to concession fees for all accredited training.

For more information about eligibility, visit www.education.vic.gov.au.

YCC offers you more

Yarraville Book Club Interested in joining a local book group? If so, call us on 9687 1560 and we’ll give you the coordinator’s contact details. The group meets in the homes of the members on a monthly basis and reads a variety of fiction, non-fiction and memoir. The meetings are informal and fun. It’s a great way to share your love of reading and meet some locals.

Rooms for hire and large hallWe have various rooms to suit meetings, seminars, workshops and children’s parties. These are available for casual or ongoing bookings. Our rates are very reasonable and even lower if you’re a non-profit community organisation. Call 9687 1560 or email info@ycc.net.au.

Volunteering and teachingIf you’re interested in teaching or volunteering at YCC, or would like us to offer other courses, call 9687 1560 or email info@ycc.net.au.

AcknowledgmentsCity of Maribyrnong

Adult, Community and Further Education

Department of Health and Human Services

Federal Department of Education and Training

State Department of Education and Training

We acknowledge that we are meeting on the land of the traditional owners and pay our respect to their elders, past and present, and through them to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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Yarraville Community Centre

59 Francis Street Yarraville 3013 Mon–Thurs 9am – 5pm Fri 9am – 4pm

Mail: PO Box 215 Yarraville 3013 Fax: 9687 1166 Email: info@ycc.net.au Ph: 9687 1560

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