CREATION STATION
Tutor Linda Cook
Explore what painting is all about, looking at different media, processes and techniques (charcoal, ink, acrylic, oils and encaustic). You will be encouraged to explore your own journey whether starting anew or picking up where you left off. Bring along an A4 cartridge journal, charcoal and pencils. The first class will discuss materials and the survival kit needed for your journey.
Wednesdays 7 to 9pm for 6 weeks
17 Feb to 24 Mar Cost $105 (not incl materials) NEW START DATE 24 FEB
High School Art Room
DRAMABILITY
Tutor Lucinda Peterkin
Have fun whilst learning new skills! Try your hand at acting for the first time or sharpen existing skills. Sessions will include theatre games, warm-up exercises, creating a character, ways into script, improvisation, voice and movement, and the rehearsal process.
Thursdays 7 to 8.30pm for 6 weeks
18 Feb to 25 Mar Cost $95
FIRST AID CERTIFICATE
Tutor Charli Crocker
Become a more confident first-aider, in the workplace and at home. The course focuses on accident prevention as well as the care of patients. A fun, practical learning environment. NZQA Unit Standard Credits for 6400, 6401, 6402 available.
Thu 25 Feb AND Fri 26 Feb 9.30am—3.30pm
Cost $195 full course or $115 refresher (Fri only)
PUBLIC SPEAKING & COMMUNICATION
Tutor Toastmasters
Does the thought of public speaking make you want to run a mile? You can overcome your fear! This fun, practical course will help you develop your communication and language skills, and gain confidence in public speaking. Learn to conduct meetings, give impromptu speeches, present prepared speeches and get constructive feedback to help you improve your technique.
Tuesdays 7-9 pm for 7 weeks
16 Feb to 30 Mar Cost $115
TEXTILE ART
Tutor Rose McLeod
Create an art quilt that extends the boundaries from the traditional to a more freed-up, no-rules form of expression. Course includes textile working and design techniques. For first time quilt makers and those wanting to take a new direction. Bring along some fabrics that you like. Some basic sewing skills required.
Saturdays 10am to 12noon for 6 weeks
20 Feb to 27 Mar Cost $105 (not incl materials)
High School Sewing Room
WOODWORK SKILLS
Tutor Paul Rhind
Learn how to use hand and power tools to design and build a simple piece of furniture or woodcraft, or restore and revive an old piece Carve and inlay your own design. Learn how to cut, join, sand and polish wood, paua, mother of pearl and stone.
Tuesdays 7 to 9pm for 7 weeks 16 Feb to 30 Mar NEW START DATE 23 FEB
Cost $130 (not including materials)
High School Woodwork Room
BEGINNING COMPUTING
Tutor Richard Jude
Gain confidence with computers in this fully tutored course for those new to computing. Includes basic keyboard skills, file management, internet and email, and an introduction to Microsoft Word.
Fridays 10am to 12 noon for 6 weeks
19 Feb to 26 Mar Cost $75
EXCEL ESSENTIALS
Tutor Clem Guildford
Learn how to enter and edit information; manage and navigate worksheets and workbooks; perform calculations and manipulate data; format the worksheet contents; create graphs; and print. Some computer literacy required. Enrol for one or both courses.
Introductory Course: Thursdays 7 to 9pm for 3 weeks
18 Feb to 4 Mar Cost $80
Continuing Course: Thursdays 7 to 9pm for 3 weeks
11 Mar to 25 Mar Cost $80
MYOB ACCOUNTING
Tutor Nicki Green
An introduction to the Mind Your Own Business (MYOB) accounting package for small business. The course includes daily business transactions, financial reports (profit and loss, balance sheets, accounts payable/receivable), inventory records, & bank reconciliation. Some computer literacy required. Book keeping experience useful.
Wednesdays 7 to 9pm for 6 weeks NEW START DATE 24 FEB
17 Feb to 24 Mar Cost $165
WEBSITE DESIGN USING CMS
Tutor Brent Simpson
Design your own professional looking, cost effective website using Open Source CMS (Content Management Systems). Ideal for those looking for an easy solution to publish and manage content online, whether for business, blogging or community projects. Some computer literacy required.
Tuesdays 7 to 9pm for 5 weeks
16 Feb to 16 Mar Cost $110
CONVERSATIONAL REO MAORI
Nga Kaiako Cheryl Rahui and Alix Paterson
This course focuses on building confidence and developing conversational skills for everyday usage of Te Reo Maori. Suitable for those with some existing knowledge.
Wednesdays 10am to 12noon OR 6.30 to 8.30pm
7 weeks 17 Feb to 31 Mar Cost $45
Piritahi Marae
ENGLISH (ESOL) FOR COMMUNICATION
Tutor Michelle Chote
Improve your English conversation skills and gain confidence to talk with Kiwis in different situations. Enhance your job prospects and relationships. Eight weeks including short pre-course interview. For people whose first language is not English.
Wednesdays 7 to 9pm for 8 weeks
New Start Date 17 Feb
17 Feb to 31 Mar Cost $65 ($130 non-resident)
Please enrol by Monday 15 Feb
ITALIAN FOR TRAVELLERS
Tutor Michelle Chote
An introduction to the Italian language and culture, with an emphasis on basic communication and conversational skills.
Mondays 7 to 9pm for 7 weeks
15 Feb to 29 Mar Cost $125
SPANISH FOR TRAVELLERS
Tutor Shirin Brown
An introduction to the Spanish language and culture with an emphasis on basic communication and conversational skills.
Wednesdays 7-9 pm for 7 weeks NEW START DATE 24 FEB
17 Feb to 31 Mar Cost $125