Lifelong Learning
Adult Learning Australia
| Phone: | (02) 6274 9500 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 6274 9513 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | GPO Box 260 CANBERRA CITY ACT 2601 |
| Website: | www.ala.asn.au |
| Email: | Not available |
Description:
Adult Learning Australia is a not-for-profit organisation which provides education in a range of ways, in diverse community settings. It offers workplace training and has a strong interest in the contribution learning makes to active ageing in the community.
Australian Consumers Association
| Phone: | (02) 9577 3333 |
| Freecall: | 1800 069 552 |
| Fax: | (02) 9577 3377 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | 57 Carrington Rd MARRICKVILLE NSW 2204 |
| Website: | www.choice.com.au |
| Email: | ausconsumer@choice.com.au |
Description:
The ACA provides consumer advice (eg on health items, food, cars, financial advice & computers). CHOICE Computer magazine is delivered bi-monthly. Written for home & small business users, it's ideal for beginners to intermediate users.
Australian Correspondence Schools
| Phone: | (07) 5562 1088 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (07) 5562 1099 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 2092 NERANG MDC QLD 4211 |
| Website: | www.acs.edu.au |
| Email: | admin@acs.edu.au |
Description:
ACS has educated thousands of students, who have gone onto successful employment, developed a hobby or simply broadened their general education. Courses cater for hobby interest through to formal training in industry and the professions.
Australian Senior Computer Clubs Association (ASCCA)
| Phone: | (02) 9286 3871 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 9286 3876 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | Level 4, 280 Pitt Street SYDNEY NSW 2000 |
| Website: | www.seniorcomputing.org |
| Email: | ascca@seniorcomputing.org |
Description:
ASCCA is the national peak body for seniors and technology. It supports seniors to become computer literate at your own pace, and to have fun whilst doing so. There are clubs throughout NSW.
Board of Adult and Community Education
| Phone: | (02) 9289 9159 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 9289 9166 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 1222 DARLINGHURST NSW 2010 |
| Website: | www.bace.nsw.gov.au |
| Email: | acedesk@det.nsw.edu.au |
Description:
The NSW Board of Adult and Community Education supports adult and community education, through local colleges. There are 63 community owned and managed colleges in metropolitan, regional and rural NSW. Visit the website for information on venues and courses.
Charity Computers
| Phone: | (02) 6101 6931 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 6259 8034 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 6742 CHARNWOOD ACT 2615 |
| Website: | www.charitycomputers.com |
| Email: | admin@charitycomputers.com |
Description:
Charity Computers is a registered charity which supplies second hand computers to people on low incomes and not-for-profit organisations, at a reasonable cost. It aims to improve people’s access to technology, and to protect the environment by minimising waste.
Community Colleges NSW
| Phone: | (02) 9642 5622 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 9642 6156 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 14 STH STRATHFIELD 2136 |
| Website: | http://www.communitycolleges.nsw.edu.au/ |
| Email: | admin@communitycolleges.nsw.edu.au |
Description:
Community Colleges NSW helps to advance adult & community education, with 59 colleges in NSW. Students choose from subjects including languages, cooking, computer skills, home/car maintenance, music & more. Colleges support the concept of lifelong learning.
COTA (NSW Computing Centre)
| Phone: | (02) 9286 3860 |
| Freecall: | 1800 449 102 |
| Fax: | (02) 9286 3872 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | Level 4, 280 Pitt Street SYDNEY NSW 2000 |
| Website: | www.cotansw.com.au |
| Email: | info@cotansw.com.au |
Description:
COTA (NSW) is a peak body providing leadership in social policy, community information and education for older people in NSW.
Deaf Education Network
| Phone: | (02) 8833 3630 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 9893 8333 |
| TTY: | (02) 9893 8858 |
| Address: | PO Box 1060 PARRAMATTA NSW 2124 |
| Website: | www.deaf.nsw.edu.au |
| Email: | den@deaf.nsw.edu.au |
Description:
Deaf Education Network is a not-for-profit organisation which provides Auslan courses and workplace and teaching resources that support the rights of deaf people in the wider community. It is a member of Community Colleges NSW and a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Endeavour Web
| Phone: | Not available |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | Not available |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | P.O. Box 120 GYMEA NSW 2227 |
| Website: | www.endeavour-web.org |
| Email: | escc@exemail.com.au |
Description:
Local (Sutherland Shire) computer club and website - designed, built and managed by and for seniors who have an interest in computers and the Internet.
NSW Writers Centre
| Phone: | (02) 9555 9757 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 9818 1327 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 1056 ROZELLE NSW 2039 |
| Website: | www.nswwriterscentre.org.au |
| Email: | nswwc@nswwriterscentre.org.au |
Description:
The NSW Writers' Centre promotes the rights and interests of writers. It supports established and aspiring writers, provides a venue for events (such as book launches and literary evenings), conducts workshops in all aspects/genres of writing, and has a library of resources.
Odyssey Ed-ventures - Sydney Office
| Phone: | 1300 888 225 |
| Freecall: | |
| Fax: | Not available |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | Level 4 WEA House 70-72 Bathurst Street SYDNEY NSW 2000 |
| Website: | www.odysseytravel.com.au |
| Email: | info@odysseytravel.com.au |
Description:
Odyssey Travel's mission is to provide educational programs to the over 45s market segment which will enhance their well-being and quality of life. We achieve this by enhancing travel experiences through continuing education and lifelong learning for customers.
Odyssey Ed-ventures - Wollongong Office
| Phone: | (02) 4224 7000 |
| Freecall: | 1300 888 225 |
| Fax: | (02) 4226 2521 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | C/- Northfields Avenue WOLLONGONG NSW 2522 |
| Website: | www.odysseytravel.com.au |
| Email: | info@odysseytravel.com.au |
Description:
Odyssey Travel's mission is to provide educational programs to the over 45s market segment which will enhance their well-being and quality of life. We achieve this by enhancing travel experiences through continuing education and lifelong learning for customers.
Open Learning Australia
| Phone: | (03) 8628 2500 |
| Freecall: | 1300 36 36 52 |
| Fax: | (03) 8628 2900 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | GPO Box 5387 MELBOURNE VIC 3001 |
| Website: | www.ola.edu.au |
| Email: | advisors@open.edu.au |
Description:
Open Universities are a flexible way to study for a qualification when you can't study on campus. Students can work towards personal goals or a first degree, promotion or career change. Open Universities remove educational barriers including distance, time & entry requirements.
Schools for Senior - Wesley
| Phone: | (02) 9263 555 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | Not available |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | 220 Pitt St SYDNEY NSW 2000 |
| Website: | www.wesleymission.org.au/centres/seniors |
| Email: | nina.emerson@wesleymission.org.au |
Description:
The School for Seniors based at the Wesley Centre (Sydney) offers a range of general interest courses. Other schools also operate across NSW - phone the Seniors Informatiton Service for details of your nearest one.
SeniorLink
| Phone: | Not available |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | Not available |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | Web-based service |
| Website: | www.seniorlink.com.au |
| Email: |
Description:
This one-stop, 'senior friendly' computer learning centre (online) will help you learn as much as you want about your computer in a friendly environment. Suits beginners through to intermediate computer users.
SeniorNet
| Phone: | Not available |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | Not available |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 559 BOOVAL QLD 4301 |
| Website: | www.seniornet.com.au |
| Email: | senior@gil.com.au |
Description:
SeniorNet Association Inc. is an incorporated association of seniors. Its aim is to promote companionship and interaction between people aged 55 and over who have an interest in computers and the internet.
TAFE Information Centre
| Phone: | (02) 8289 4777 |
| Freecall: | 131 601 |
| Fax: | (02) 8289 4703 |
| TTY: | (02) 8289 4703 |
| Address: | L13, 1 Oxford St DARLINGHURST NSW 2010 |
| Website: | www.tafensw.edu.au |
| Email: |
Description:
TAFE colleges are located throughout NSW. Call the TAFE Information Line for more details of courses and college locations
TAFE Information Centre
| Phone: | 131 601 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | Not available |
| TTY: | (02) 8289 4703 |
| Address: | L13, 1 Oxford St DARLINGHURST NSW 2010 |
| Website: | www.tafensw.edu.au |
| Email: | Not available |
Description:
TAFE NSW offers training & education online, by distance and/or face to face. Courses can help you prepare for a new career, or offer knowledge & skills to add to your enjoyment of life. Colleges are located throughout NSW - phone the information line for more details.
Technical Aids for the Disabled (TAD)
| Phone: | (02) 9808 2022 |
| Freecall: | 1300 885 886 |
| Fax: | (02) 9809 7670 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 108 RYDE NSW 1680 |
| Website: | www.tadnsw.org.au/index.html |
| Email: | tad@tadnsw.org.au |
Description:
TAD is an organisation which designs and/or modifies aids and appliances to enable people with a disability and older people to live independently. It relies extensively on volunteers to provide this service.
University of Sydney - Continuing Education Centre
| Phone: | (02) 9036 4789 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 9036 4799 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | Locked Bag 2020 GLEBE NSW 2037 |
| Website: | http://www.cce.usyd.edu.au |
| Email: | cceinfo@usyd.edu.au |
Description:
Continuing Education is based at the University of Sydney, and makes the University's teaching and research expertise available to the public through short courses. Students are interested in lifelong learning and wish to upgrade their skills, follow new interests or discover fresh ideas.
University of the Third Age (U3A)
| Phone: | (02) 9252 2033 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
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| Website: | www.sydneyu3a.org/moreabt.html |
| Email: | sydu3a@telpacific.com.au |
Description:
University of the Third Age provides an extensive range of courses for older people. Groups are available throughout NSW, and courses are run by volunteers who are experts in their field. Visit the U3A website for more information about courses, venues and on-line options.
University of the Third Age - online
| Phone: | 1800 112 205 |
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| Website: | www.u3aonline.org.au |
| Email: | wesley_sfs@wesleymission.org.au |
Description:
U3A Online offers short courses covering a range of interests for older people who want to study online, and many other useful resources.
Workers Education Association (WEA) - Hunter
| Phone: | (02) 4925 4200 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 4929 6845 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 1791 NEWCASTLE NSW 2300 |
| Website: | www.weahunter.com.au |
| Email: | enrolments@weahunter.com.au |
Description:
The Workers Educational Association (WEA) - Hunter region - offers vocational & general interest courses. Courses are held in Newcastle & throughout the Hunter Region. Visit the website for more information.
Workers Education Association (WEA) - Illawarra
| Phone: | (02) 4226 1622 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 42 261156 |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | PO Box 1472 WOLLONGONG NSW 2500 |
| Website: | www.weaillawarra.com.au |
| Email: | info@weaillawarra.com.au |
Description:
WorkVentures Connect turns ex-corporate and government PCs and peripheral equipment into affordable systems for disadvantaged families, schools and not for profit organisations around Australia.
Workers Education Association (WEA) - Sydney
| Phone: | (02) 9264 2781 |
| Freecall: | Not available |
| Fax: | (02) 9267 6988. |
| TTY: | Not available |
| Address: | 72 Bathurst Street SYDNEY NSW 2000 |
| Website: | www.weasydney.nsw.edu.au |
| Email: |
Description:
The Workers Educational Association (WEA) provides a range of vocational & general interest courses. These can be held face-to-face in Bathurst St (Sydney), online or through distance education.
Workventures Connect IT
| Phone: | 1800 112 205 |
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| Website: | connectit.workventures.net.au |
| Email: | connect.support@workventures.com.au |
Description:
WorkVentures Connect turns ex-corporate and government PCs and peripheral equipment into affordable systems for disadvantaged families, schools and not for profit organisations around Australia
