Business & Professional Development - Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai Community College

Social Media Marketing and Content Creation

This workshop is designed to help you enhance your social media content creation skills. You will learn how to: Develop new ideas for your business’s social media platforms Use basic photography and film techniques Create engaging Instagram reels Utilise features like greenscreen, voiceover, GIFs, and templates with CapCut for video editing Write effective posts and choose the right hashtags Prerequisites: Download Instagram and CapCut (both free). Take photos and short videos at... [More]

Social Media Marketing and Content Creation

Thu 12 Feb
6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)
1 day, 6 hours total

Stephanie Aceglav

To claim NSW Government funding* under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs**,** please contact us on 9482 1189, email clients@hkcc.nsw.edu.au,

or complete the online enrolment form:

https://hkcc.assessapp.com/webforms/206736/new

*This training attracts full NSW Government funding under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs, if you meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Are an AUS citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder, or a NZ citizen
• 15 years or older
• Live or work in NSW
• No longer at school or equivalent

AND (ONE of the following for ACE)

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• Receiving government benefits or are a dependent of someone who does
• Living with a disability
• Dependent of someone with a disability
• Low language, literacy, numeracy or digital skills
• Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD)
• Unemployed, working part-time, or returning to work
• Experiencing financial hardship
• Facing personal challenges (e.g., family/domestic violence, recovery from addiction, or involvement with the justice system)
• Aged 15-24 and at risk of not continuing education or finding a job
• Did not complete Year 12 or equivalent
• TSB funding stream (For small business owners or employees)

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 12 Feb 2026	6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office
Thu 12 Feb 2026	6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office

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Canva: Design for Non-Designers

In this workshop you will learn how to create stunning visuals that leave a lasting impact. We will dive head first into the world of Canva, a user-friendly online graphic design tool that allows you to bring your creative ideas to life. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step, providing personalised assistance along the way. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a student, a marketer, or simply someone with a passion for design, this engaging and interactive... [More]

Canva: Design for Non-Designers

Thu 19 Feb
6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 2 hours total

Isabelle Binai

This course attracts full NSW Government funding* under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs. Please contact us on 9482 1189, or email clients@hkcc.nsw.edu.au to check eligibility.

Alternatively, please complete the online enrolment form.

https://hkcc.assessapp.com/webforms/206736/new

If you are not eligible the fee is $150.

*Eligbility:

• Are an AUS citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder, or a NZ citizen
• 15 years or older
• Live or work in NSW
• No longer at school or equivalent

AND (ONE of the following for ACE)

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• Receiving government benefits or are a dependent of someone who does
• Living with a disability
• Dependent of someone with a disability
• Low language, literacy, numeracy or digital skills
• Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD)
• Unemployed, working part-time, or returning to work
• Experiencing financial hardship
• Facing personal challenges (e.g., family/domestic violence, recovery from addiction, or involvement with the justice system)
• Aged 15-24 and at risk of not continuing education or finding a job
• Did not complete Year 12 or equivalent
• TSB funding stream (For small business owners or employees)

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 19 Feb 2026	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 5 - Hornsby Head Office

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Groundwork for starting a Business

Workshop Overview: Groundwork for Small Business Starting and growing a small business requires more than just a great idea—it takes clarity, structure, and a solid foundation. The Groundwork for Starting a Business workshop is a practical, hands-on session designed to help early-stage business owners and solo professionals establish the essential building blocks for sustainable success. In just two hours, participants will gain clarity on their business purpose, define their ideal... [More]

Groundwork for starting a Business

Thu 26 Feb
6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 2 hours total

Adrienne McLean

To claim NSW Government funding* under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs**, please contact us on 9482 1189, email clients@hkcc.nsw.edu.au,

or complete the online enrolment form:

https://hkcc.assessapp.com/webforms/206736/new

*This training attracts full NSW Government funding under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs, if you meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Are an AUS citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder, or a NZ citizen
• 15 years or older
• Live or work in NSW
• No longer at school or equivalent

AND (ONE of the following for ACE)

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• Receiving government benefits or are a dependent of someone who does
• Living with a disability
• Dependent of someone with a disability
• Low language, literacy, numeracy or digital skills
• Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD)
• Unemployed, working part-time, or returning to work
• Experiencing financial hardship
• Facing personal challenges (e.g., family/domestic violence, recovery from addiction, or involvement with the justice system)
• Aged 15-24 and at risk of not continuing education or finding a job
• Did not complete Year 12 or equivalent
• TSB funding stream (For small business owners or employees)

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 26 Feb 2026	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 5 - Hornsby Head Office

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Build your own website, using WordPress

In this course you will learn: • Basic webpage design • Adding, editing and deletion of web pages and blocks • Using Plugins for forms, customer relationship management (CRM), and e-commerce Pre-requisites: Working Wordpress hosting which is already setup prior to the course commencement PC’s available or BYO Laptop. [More]

Build your own website, using WordPress

Mon 2 Mar - Mon 23 Mar 2026
10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)
4 sessions, 8 hours total

Craig Hamilton

To claim NSW Government funding* under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs**,** please contact us on 9482 1189, email clients@hkcc.nsw.edu.au,

or complete the online enrolment form:

https://hkcc.assessapp.com/webforms/206736/new

*This training attracts full NSW Government funding under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs, if you meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Are an AUS citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder, or a NZ citizen
• 15 years or older
• Live or work in NSW
• No longer at school or equivalent

AND

Experience significant barriers to training and employment

OR (for TSB)

Small business owners and employees and non-for-profit employees, who meet the Smart and Skilled eligibility criteria, can access fully funded training in targeted courses in information technology, business

services and foundation skills.

When	Time	Where
Mon 2 Mar 2026	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 5 - Hornsby Head Office
Mon 9 Mar 2026	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 5 - Hornsby Head Office
Mon 16 Mar 2026	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 5 - Hornsby Head Office
Mon 23 Mar 2026	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 5 - Hornsby Head Office

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Xero

About this course: In this course, you will learn the basics of Xero, including: - Getting set-up and started: Settings, your dashboard, contacts, accounts, bank feeds, tracking categories, inventory - Sales and Purchasing: Settings, invoices, bills and payments, remittance advices, expense claims - Banking: Settings, feeds, statements, reconciliation - Reporting and GST N.B The demo company in Xero will be used for training. If you don't already have a Xero account, please sign... [More]

Xero

Fri 20 Mar
10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 6 hours total

Silvia Codd

To claim NSW Government funding* under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs**,** please contact us on 9482 1189, email clients@hkcc.nsw.edu.au,

or complete the online enrolment form:

https://hkcc.assessapp.com/webforms/206736/new

*This training attracts full NSW Government funding under the Adult Community Education (ACE) and Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) Programs, if you meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Are an AUS citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder, or a NZ citizen
• 15 years or older
• Live or work in NSW
• No longer at school or equivalent

AND (ONE of the following for ACE)

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• Receiving government benefits or are a dependent of someone who does
• Living with a disability
• Dependent of someone with a disability
• Low language, literacy, numeracy or digital skills
• Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD)
• Unemployed, working part-time, or returning to work
• Experiencing financial hardship
• Facing personal challenges (e.g., family/domestic violence, recovery from addiction, or involvement with the justice system)
• Aged 15-24 and at risk of not continuing education or finding a job
• Did not complete Year 12 or equivalent
• TSB funding stream (For small business owners or employees)

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Fri 20 Mar 2026	10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 6 - Hornsby Head Office

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Spreadsheets Level 1

In this course you will be taught how to use a spreadsheet application to create and format spreadsheets. You will learn how to: • Create and format a spreadsheet • Enter simple formulae and use the auto-fill function • Include charts and other objects in a spreadsheet • Save and print a spreadsheet [More]

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Spreadsheets Level 1

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Venue TBA

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Business Documents

In this course you will learn the skills necessary to design and produce various business documents and publications. Prerequisites: Fundamental skills in computer operations and keyboarding. Please contact our office if you wish to enrol in the accredited unit BSBITU306 – Design and produce business documents. [More]

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MS Office Training

This class will cover the following MS Office applications: MS Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint [More]

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How to get your website to generate sales leads

Your website is a critical and very powerful marketing tool. The problem though is that so many businesses simply treat their websites as a separate business tool. The key to generating sales leads from your website is to make sure it aligns with your business objectives. In this workshop you will learn how to structure your website that allows visitors to follow a sales funnel that ultimately leads to an action, e.g. contact the business. [More]

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Instagram for Business

Instagram is a visual platform for marketing and connecting, with over 9 million regular users in Australia alone. For business owners it's a fabulous way to get free exposure and leverage a large audience. Whether it's hashtagging, content curation, best scheduling times, or understanding stories, this workshop is designed to cover what you need to know to achieve maximum results for your business on Instagram. [More]

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