Environmental Sustainability
Western College proves it IS easy being green!
Our new state-of-the-art premises are built to a four star green rating – reflecting Western College’s commitment to both educational and environmental sustainability.
Designed and constructed to cutting-edge ‘enviro’ specifications, the building includes:
- The use of water and energy saving plumbing;
- Energy efficient heating and cooling systems to minimise the use of artificial heating and cooling;
- Environmentally “smart” glass and design features aimed at maximising the use of natural light;
Western College understands its responsibility as a business to ensure environmental sustainability, and is putting its money where its mouth is when it comes to being ‘green’.
Staff at Western College follow a stringent recycling policy and are encouraged to follow best ‘green’ practice in their approach to administration and training delivery.
The College is intentionally positioned close to public transport, and both students and staff are encouraged to avail themselves of this access in order to minimise the use of vehicles, thereby reducing the college’s environmental footprint.
This website is a certified Green Website.
Upcoming courses
Course Changes26-May-2012
Tips and Tricks in Microsoft Excel - 26 May
Current Capacity: 100% - Full
Available Places: 0
So you know how to use Microsoft Excel but want to get confident using those trickier functions? Save yourself time and frustration by enrolling in our one-day workshop where our trainer will cover the essentials and who knows what you might learn?
The following course is designed for competent computer users already familiar with Microsoft Excel.
You will learn tips and tricks using:
• Charts
• Formatting
• Formulae
• Functions
Saturday 26th May (1 Session)
9.30am –3.00pm $110.00 (Catering Included)
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28-May-2012
OHS Construction / Induction (White Card) - 28 May
Current Capacity: 10% - Available
Available Places: 9
In conjunction with WorkCover
This course covers the requirements of the construction industry regulations. Participants can receive 24 CPD points on successful completion of the course. This is also essential training for anyone seeking employment on construction sites as it assists employees to understand legislation and work with employers to meet the obligations of fostering a safer workplace.
Successful completion will lead to a Statement of Attainment for 1 unit from CPC10108 Certificate I in Construction, CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry.
Monday 28 May (1 session)
9:00am – 4:00pm, $145 (includes catering)
Need to bring:
Students please bring identification totalling 100 points
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29-May-2012
Senior First Aid - in conjunction with Australian Red Cross - 29 and 30 May
Current Capacity: 0% - Available
Available Places: N/A
This course teaches the fundamental principles, knowledge and skills to enable the first aider to provide emergency care for injuries and illnesses in the home or the workplace.
Successful completion will result in the issue of a Statement of Attainment for the nationally endorsed unit of competency HLTFA301B Apply First Aid from the HLT Health Training Package.
Tuesday 29 & Wednesday 30 May (2 sessions)
8:30am - 5:00pm $170.00
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