About Northern Beaches College
Northern Beaches College is surrounded by some of the most beautiful beaches in Australia. The college is within a 5 minute drive from well-known Manly and adjacent to Warringah Mall, the third-largest shopping centre in NSW. Facilities include building skills centre; commercially equipped kitchens, including a multi-award winning training restaurant and bar; Sydney Academy of Hair, Beauty and Make-up; Gawura Aboriginal Education Centre; maritime ship simulator and a modern ceramics studio.
Northern Beaches College is built upon the homelands of the Guringai people.
Courses at Northern Beaches college
Northern Beaches College delivers programs in automotive mechanics, business, building, community services and welfare, computing, event management, fine arts, hair and beauty, HSC, general education, marketing, maritime, office administration, technology, tourism and hospitality, and welding.
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Contact details
Telephone: 131 674 or + 61 2 9941 5211
Fax: + 61 2 9941 5220
Address: 154 Old Pittwater Road, Brookvale, NSW 2100
College facilities
Cafeteria
The cafeteria's hours of operation during term time are Monday to Thursday 7:00am to 8:00pm and Friday 7:00am to 2:00pm.
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5348
Bookshop
Opening hours during term time are Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm and Friday 8:30am to 2:00pm. College association discounts may apply to some items.
Location: Building M, ground floor
Telephone: + 61 2 9905 8328
Computers
There are computers available for student use in the college library.
Location: Library, Building M, Level 2
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5390
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Lockers
Lockers are located in various areas around the college. Please see the college association for lockers. You will need to supply your own lock, which must be removed at the end of each semester.
Photocopying
Pay photocopy facilities are available to students. College association members receive 50% discount with their copy cards.
Location: Library, Building M, Level 2
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5390
Public telephones
Public telephones are located in Building M, ground floor and in Building B.
Restaurants
The Pittwater restaurant is open to the public. The restaurant gives students the opportunity to practice and develop professional skills in a simulated industry environment. Prices are reasonable and functions can be arranged by appointment.
Location: Pittwater Room, Building M, Level 3
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5382
Email: pittwater.reservations@tafensw.edu.au
Sport - recreation facilities
Various types of sporting equipment is available from the college association office. Just show your association card or other student ID. There is a wide range of leisure materials (novels, CDs and videos) available from the library for student use. Library card must be shown.
Counselling and career service
If you are studying or planning to study at NSI our Counselling & Career Services can help you with planning the best course of study for you, Austudy and Youth Allowance or dealing with personal issues. Appointments can be made in person or by phone.
Location: Building A, Ground floor
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5205
Student support
Learner support
Enrolled students can get free assistance with English, mathematics and science. Learner support is available at our individual learning centre (ILC), adult study centres and adult basic education centres.
Disabilities support
Disabilities support assists in making education and training available to everyone. Teacher-consultants are available to help you with pre-entry, modified attendance, tutors, note takers, sign language interpreters, exam modifications, adaptive equipment and special courses.
Location: Building B
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5280
Access for students with a disability
Free parking is available for students with a disability, RTA sticker required. Contact the disabilities section for further information.
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5280
Harassment
The college has a harassment officer who can deal with any issues or concerns you might have.
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5245
Library
The library offers many resources, services and facilities to students and staff. These include relevant and up-to-date collections of books, textbooks, videos, DVDs and magazines, lending services, access to catalogues, database and information networks, reference services, inter-library loans, seminar and group study rooms. The library also provides access to the internet, computers, photocopiers and audiovisual equipment such as video, CD and cassette players. Library membership is free to all currently enrolled TAFE NSW students.
Hours during term time are Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 8:00pm and Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Location: Building M, level 2
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5390
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College student association
The college association gives members discounts at a number of shops, discount theatre and movie tickets, cheap internet access, cheap holidays, access to sports facilities, student lounges, lockers, special library privileges and much more. Just tick college association on your enrolment form and pay $20 to join. Hours during term time are Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 6:00pm and Friday 9.00am to 2:00pm.
Location: Building M, Ground floor
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5335
Student administration
Contact Student Administration if you have questions about enrolment, examinations, your results, your transcript of academic record, issuing your certificate on course completion. Hours 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Location: Building A, Ground floor
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5202
Cashier's office
TAFE NSW campuses do not accept cash for payments in relation to your enrolment charges. Payment of administration fees may be made by cheque, EFTPOS or credit card (Mastercard or Visa only). If paying by cheque please make payable to TAFE NSW - Northern Sydney Institute then write your name, address and course number on the reverse side. Hours 9:00am to 12:00pm.
Location: Building A, Ground floor
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5227
Course information office
Course information officers provide information to prospective students regarding TAFE NSW courses, services and facilities. Hours during term time are Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 6:00pm and Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Location: Building A, Ground floor
Telephone: + 61 2 9941 5211
Key Contacts
Director, Northern Beaches College
Kevin Keller: +61 2 9941 5204
Managers, Teaching and Learning
Kerry Ashcroft: + 61 2 9941 5236
Melissa Power: + 61 2 9941 5259
Course information
Telephone: +61 2 9941 5211
Email: NorthernBeaches.CourseInfo@tafensw.edu.au
The Pittwater Training Restaurant
Bookings: +61 2 9941 5382
Library helpdesk: + 61 2 9941 5390
Security: + 61 2 9941 5234
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By car:
- Northern Beaches College is easily accessible by car and is located close to Pittwater Road.
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By bus:
- Frenchs Forest Coach Lines and State Transit operate bus services to the Northern Beaches from the city. Buses stop outside the college on the corner of Old Pittwater Road and Condamine Street. From the city, you can take buses 175,178, 180, 184, E77, or E79.
Parking
Limited student paid parking is available on site.
For the latest transport information visit the Transport Infoline or call 131 500.
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