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

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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Confidence on Camera

A practical program designed to build your speaking confidence and on-camera presentation skills. In today’s digital world, the ability to connect authentically on camera is essential — whether you’re applying for jobs, leading virtual meetings, creating social media content, or delivering online presentations. This course will help you overcome camera shyness, project confidence, and communicate your message clearly and effectively. Through structured practical exercises, expert... [More]

Confidence on Camera

Sat 18 Apr
10am - 2pm (UTC+10:00)
1 session, 4 hours total

Stephanie Aceglav

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 18 Apr 2026	10am - 2pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 1 - 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

no session

Venue TBA

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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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Business Budgeting

In this course you will learn: How to set a basic budget How to monitor your budget against actuals About fixed and variable aspects of budgeting [More]

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Canva

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]

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Canva Continuers

If you have completed our 'Canva Beginners' course then welcome back! In this Intermediate course we will further explore Canva's creative possibilities. Building on your existing knowledge, this course will empower you to craft stunning visuals, captivating presentations, and professional marketing materials with confidence. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, marketer, or simply someone who loves creating beautiful visuals, this course will equip you with the knowledge... [More]

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Mailchimp

Are you a business owner wondering where and how to start creating marketing campaigns? Look no further than our Mailchimp: Marketing Automation course to get you started on the road to marketing success! Learn how to set up powerful, tailored campaigns that engage your audience at the right time with the right content. Streamline your marketing efforts and boost efficiency. Enrol today and become a Mailchimp marketing automation expert, driving greater engagement and ROI for your... [More]

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