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• • Crocheting for Beginners

    Crochet is one of the oldest crafts in the world, and it is still used today to create many different items and garments. Crochet is known to have many health and wellbeing benefits. As research has shown, the effect that the repetitive motion of crochet has on the brain, is compared to meditating.

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    This course designed for those who have no or little experience with a crochet hook. Learn from a Certified Crochet Trainer, Barbara Jeromin. She will teach you how to do basic stitches such as chain, double, treble and half treble crochet, how to increase and decrease, how to form a cluster, a popcorn and a shell stitch, and how to work Front Post and Back Post Treble, as well as how to work in back/front loop only.

    COURSE OUTCOMES
    •Learn how to use a crochet hook and how to hold the yarn.
    •Learn how to do a slip knot/magic ring.
    •Learn how to do basic and more advanced stitches.
    •Learn to read and count the stitches.
    •Learn about how to read crochet patterns and different terminologies being used.
    •Learn to read a crochet diagram.
    •Learn where to explore for trends, patterns, and ideas for future projects.

    What to bring:
    • 2 balls (50 gm) of light coloured 8 ply wool
    • A crochet hook size 4.5 mm
    • Scissors
    • A yarn needle
    • Pen and notepad for taking notes

  • Drawing & Painting - All Levels

    COURSE DESCRIPTION
    Suitable for beginners and continuing students. You will learn basic pencil drawing skills and learn the important technique of getting the right proportion and perspective. Discover the simple, yet beautiful, expressive medium of watercolour or acrylic to paint still life and from reference photos. Composition and tonal values will be covered also along with brush techniques and colour mixing. Please see materials required below.

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    COURSE CONTENT
    Learn essential drawing knowledge with correct proportion and perspective, tone and texture. Focusing on watercolour mixing, technique, as well as practising from monochrome to a full range of colour.

    COURSE OUTCOMES
    You will learn to draw and paint from observation and have a better understanding about perspective, light, tone and composition in real life settings, via pencil drawings and watercolour painting.

  • TAE40122 Upgrade Self-Paced Delivery

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    Self-Paced Delivery

    Attention all TAE40116 Cert IV Training and Assessment qualification holders

    The time to upgrade is now!

    TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is the current qualification from the superseded TAE40116 Certificate IV Training and Assessment.   The TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment now has 12  UOC,10 upgrade units, plus an additional two full units  BSBAUD412 Work within compliance frameworks & TAEPDD401 Work effectively in the VET sector. Credit Transfers (CT) may apply and will be determined at enrolment.

    To enrol in this upgrade course you must have the TAE40116 qualification. 

    Cost to upgrade to TAE40122 via Self-Paced mode 
    Online self paced delivery:  Fee for service - pre-financial year special $1,500
    Payment plans maybe available.  Please contact esther@pcc.edu.au or call 9687 2072

    Please refer to our Student Handbook for the fee and refund policy:  https://www.parramattacollege.com.au/handbook  

    Learning outcomes Core UOC
    TAEASS412 Assess competence
    TAEASS413 Participate in assessment validation
    TAEDEL411 Facilitate vocational training
    TAEDES411 Use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational training needs
    TAEDES412 Design and develop plans for vocational training
    TAEPDD401 Work effectively in the VET sector

    Elective UOC Group A Training and assessment
    TAEASS404 Assess competence in an online environment
    TAEASS512 Design and develop assessment tools
    TAEDEL405 Plan, organise and facilitate online learning

    Group B Learner support
    TAELLN423 Integrate employability skills support into training and assessment

    Group C General
    BSBAUD412 Work within compliance frameworks
    BSBCMM411 Make Presentations

    Assessment strategies - Assessments will be conducted in both summative and formative manner, consisting of short answer questions, research, and workplace-based projects. In case, learners are unable to find a real-life workplace for their project, a simulation may be arranged in the classroom. The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit.

    What does the assessment involve?  Please note assessments for this course involve significant work both during and after the sessions. You will have maximum of two attempts to submit your assessments. Any additional  submissions will incur a fee.  

    You will have the opportunity to complete Option 1, which is assessment evidence or Option 2, which is workplace evidence and industry currency of 2 continuous years as a trainer and assessor.
    There is also theoretical knowledge that will need to be completed, regardless of Option 1 or 2.

    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)  We understand some learners may have already participated in assessment validation and planning for assessment activities and processes as part of their role. If you believe you can  demonstrate current experience and/or relevant qualifications that match the competency requirements for units within this course, please consult with the Course Coordinator to apply for recognition.

    Pre-requisite for this course Those undertaking this qualification must be able to demonstrate vocational competence in their proposed training and assessing area. Vocational competence is defined as broad industry knowledge and experience, and may include, but is not limited to, holding a relevant unit of competency or qualification.

    You will need strong language, literacy and numeracy skills to be able to successfully complete the required study and assessments in this course. You will also need good computer knowledge e.g. create documents using MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint, use internet including search engines, print and share documents via email to successfully complete the course.

    Need more information? Should you require further information, please email the Course Co-ordinator Esther Kelly esther@pcc.edu.au  or admin@pcc.edu.au  on 02 96872072. For more information regarding the relevant standards, please visit  https://www.asqa.gov.au/standards

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