Last year, Mt Gravatt Community Centre welcomed their two new project coordinators; Niamh and Matthew. Bringing a wealth of experience in different fields and their passion for community development, they are excited to lead and expand programs that support local job seekers, families, and vulnerable groups. Niamh and Matthew look forward to working closely with the community, fostering connections, and creating meaningful opportunities for those in need. 

🌟 CERTIFICATE III IN EDUCATION SUPPORT & CERTIFICATE II IN COOKERY

🎉 Exciting Career Pathways

Looking for a rewarding career? Whether you want to support young learners in the classroom or turn your passion for food into a career, our Certificate III in Education Support and Certificate II in Cookery provide the skills and experience to help you succeed—at no cost to eligible participants! 

🍽️ CERTIFICATE II IN COOKERY 

Start Your Culinary Career – Express Your Interest Now! 

We’re thrilled to welcome another round of participants to our Certificate II in Cookery, a hands-on program designed to equip aspiring chefs with the practical skills needed to thrive in the hospitality industry. 

Whether you’re looking to work as a kitchen hand, cook, catering assistant, or even take the next step into an apprenticeship, this course provides the perfect foundation. 

🔥 Outstanding Outcomes!

In 2024, this program saw incredible success: 

• 21 out of 30 participants secured employment 
• 7 participants moved into apprenticeships 

We’re preparing for another year of walking alongside participants as they take their first steps into the culinary world. Delivered in partnership with the Institute of Culinary Excellence, this course offers expert training and industry connections to help turn passion into profession. 

🥄 Why Study With Us?

We don’t just teach you skills—we support you every step of the way: 

• Placement & employment assistance 
• Psychosocial support & relevant referrals 
• Food & emergency relief support 

🍽️ Career Pathways & Employment Outcomes

With a Certificate II in Cookery, you can work as a: 

• Food processing worker
• Kitchen hand in commercial kitchens 
• Café staff or barista
• Catering assistant
• Food manufacturing assistant
• Club/pub staff

📅 Course Details 

• Location: 1697 Logan Rd, Mt Gravatt
• Starts: March 2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Work Placement: 44-hour work experience
• Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday, 9 am – 4 pm

🎒 CERTIFICATE III IN EDUCATION SUPPORT

Kickstart Your Career in Education – Express Your Interest Now! 

Are you passionate about helping young people succeed? This program provides the skills, confidence, and experience to work in schools, early learning centres, and inclusion support roles. 

🎯 Why Study With Us?

We don’t just hand you a qualification—we support you every step of the way: 

• Work placement & employment assistance
• Career development workshops
• Food & emergency relief support

📚 Career Pathways & Employment Outcomes

With a Certificate III in Education Support, you can work as a: 

• Teacher aide (preschool/kindy & primary)
• School age care assistant
• Education assistant
• Inclusion support aide
• Learning support officer

In 2024, this program successfully placed multiple graduates into schools across Queensland, supporting students with diverse learning needs and preparing many for further study in teaching and allied health. 

📢 Who Should Apply?

We encourage applications from: 

• People re-entering the workforce
• Disadvantaged job seekers
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• People from culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds
• People with a disability
• Mature-aged job seekers
• People at risk of homelessness

💡 Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must be: 

• A Queensland resident aged 18+
• An Australian citizen, permanent resident, temporary visa holder with work rights, or a New Zealand citizen
• Holding a bridging visa (A, B, C, or E)
• A refugee or evacuee from Afghanistan or Ukraine on a Subclass 449 or 786 visa

🎯 Spots Are Limited – Apply Now! 

📞 Call Matthew on 0490 679 706 
📧 Email: SQW@MGCCI.ORG.AU 

This program is funded by the Queensland Government under the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative and proudly delivered by Mt Gravatt Community Centre Inc. in partnership with The Institute of Culinary Excellence. 

Take the first step toward a rewarding career today! 

READY FOR WORK

The Ready for Work program is transforming the way job seekers in our community prepare for employment. Designed to provide practical skills and hands-on experience, this government-funded initiative equips participants with the essential tools to secure meaningful work.

Over three weeks, attendees engage in resume preparation, job search strategies, and interview skills, with the added flexibility of one-on-one support to refine their applications and address personal employment challenges.

With group sessions every Wednesday from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM, plus tailored assistance, the program ensures that everyone has the support they need to confidently step into the workforce.

The next intake starts soon, this program is at no cost to eligible participants!