GA provides a real platform for never-ending learning…read more I first encountered GA in Sydney when I wanted to learn more about recent developments in technology and innovation. Initially I attended night classes, which later saw me turning to a full-time immersive course in user experience design. The course helped me transition into a new career as well as meet lots of new friends during this exciting journey. Melbourne GA has a group of organised and active producers who are well-involved in the community. I regularly attend their panels & workshops and my personal education has been all the better for it.

I was lucky enough to attend a Yelp event at General Assembly last night -Intro to the Melbourne…read morestart up community- it was awesome :) I loved the space, it is a very Silicon Valley-esque educational eco system. Our presenter Bart was great at conveying a massive slab of information into something that was both funny and engaging (a rare skill). I think that the majority of the attendees gave Bart their email address to receive the PowerPoint presentation which is a reflection of how much they enjoyed themselves. Our Community manager Mel P. Was also there to give a brief overview of the history of Yelp, another great public speaker. Go Mel :) I hope that Yelp partners with GA (that's what the cool kids call it) again :) :)

This quirky little business has some amazing alternative workshops for adults…read more I attended kink 101 on a Saturday and it ran for 5 hours. It was very informative and you can see what you will expect on the website but it's all in the delivery. The organiser is very well informed about what he teaches and provides a fun, safe and comfortable environment for all who attend. I would recommend all who want to broaden their minds and take a dive into open exploration!

Workshops on wacky subjects are always a fun way to try something new and break into a new skill. I…read moretried the Kink 101 and had a blast! I want expecting to be too into it but ended up learning a lot and appreciated the opportunity to explore subjects like consent and safe touch. As well as the chance to 'play' with some lovely people. These adult only spaces aren't as intimidating as you would think. In fact, it was really relaxed and the facilitators were funny and interesting. I especially liked how queer friendly it was and pro-poly; or whatever relationship style really! If you are a bit more conservative you could go for the heteronormative group events or if you are a 'gender bender' there is a group for you! Couples and singles are welcome as well and as a single female attendee I felt very safe. At the very least, here is an opportunity to spice up your relationship with some new ideas and discussion. Bonus: most classes have a pay as you feel option above the flat rate of about $40

I recently completed an online course Cert IV in Training and Development with Inspire and have…read morebeen really happy that I am able to complete this course 100% online as attending face to face training is not a feasible option for me at the moment. Inspire made it really affordable and gives you access to many webinars that are informative and sufficient in providing information required to complete the assessments.

From the owner: Get the training you need for your career! Inspire Education specialises in flexible online…read moreCertificate and Diploma courses designed for adults who need extra skills and qualifications to find or advance at work. Please note our Melbourne location is only for face-to-face training. Please direct enquiries and support requests to our office in Brisbane. Studying online with Inspire Education is the ideal choice for busy adults with responsibilities - no transport required, no classes to attend, no timetables to juggle and no due dates for assessments. Make study fit around your life; don't let it dictate your schedule! Face to face training is also available in many locations for select courses. All our courses are nationally recognised and accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework. These Certificate and Diploma qualifications are designed to be immediately applicable to the workplace. Many qualifications include practical assessments so you can demonstrate skills by "doing", and some even feature extended work placements so you complete your qualification with genuine, hands-on experience. Contact us today to learn more about Certificate and Diploma training in Training and Assessment, Work Health and Safety, Early Childhood Education and Care, Aged Care, Disability Care, Home and Community Care, Bookkeeping, Accounting, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Human Resources, Project Management, Business Administration and many other areas!

Fitzroy Learning Network is located right opposite the Fitzroy Town Hall and provides support and…read moreeducation with a focus on those in poverty or facing social exclusion. FLN offers courses in arts, immersion programs, literacy, maths, CALD and much more. I had the opportunity to volunteer here through a program at work and am so glad I did! I helped from 8:45-1:30pm for a day - Frank (teacher) taught a class of about 10 that day and volunteers helped with reading, writing, and math skills. Don't be scared if you don't have a Masters in English or mathematics! This place is friendly and students come from all sorts of background and hardship. Ever try learning and living in a new country where you don't speak much of the preferred language or have not had the opportunity to learn about how to save or buy items at the grocery store? These are the things we helped out with and I would love to go back here again in the future as I met lovely people that communicated with their eyes, hands, and smiles. No matter what backgrounds students came from, everyone put in hard work and helped each other out though hardly anyone spoke the same language!

I came here to get my RSA Certificate in order to open up more doors for me in the jobs market and…read moreI paid 50 dollars and gave up my afternoon for a class. How it works: You listen to a guy lecture, watch a few videos, get a pamphlet, and then take a test and if you pass you get your RSA Certificate. Not to hard and the payoff is awesome if you're looking for a job in the hospitality industry. Basically any business that deals with alcohol where you could possibly be serving it - requires you to have an RSA. Australia is certificate-happy. I figured it would be boring as hell and something that I have to chug through, but it was strangely... enjoyable? The lecturer was this extremely tall slightly chubby man who talked fast and seemed like a genuinely good guy. He added humour, made things fun, etc etc. So my morning wasn't completely destroyed by boredom and I got an RSA Certificate in the process! Not a bad day.

I have been taken my RSA test in the building. The class is…read morelocated on the 4th floor of a backpack. The test was pretty easy. You just have have to listen carefully to the instructor and answer to some question at the end of the class. I passed it successfully.

Marion is an incredibly talented and insightful coach who helped me become a more resilient,…read morebalanced and mindful person. During our sessions, I learned how to meditate effectively and developed strategies to help cope with life's ups and downs - both are now an essential part of my everyday existence. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to reset their work/life balance, learn mindfulness and improve their leadership skills.

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