January 2010 Update

 

You are invited to join us for the official launch of

Permaculture College Australia, Friday 29^th January, 5-7pm,

at Djanbung Gardens.  Refreshments will be available and a contribution (muchies, drinks, donations, helping hand) is, as always, gratefully accepted. 

 

2010 is a year of big changes at Djanbung Gardens. This news update summarises what in store for the year.

 What was formerly known as the Erda Institute has now changed its name to Permaculture College Australia to better reflect and communicate the nature of the vocational training and community education programs it offers from its facilities at Djanbung Gardens. Permaculture College Australia (PCA) remains a non-profit incorporated association dedicated to education and vocational training in sustainability, and will continue to develop and expand on the pioneering work instigated by the Erda team and Robyn Francis’ Permaculture Education.

 

Over the coming weeks the website will be revitalised and updated in line with the name change and promote PCA as national and international leader in permaculture education and professional development.  Read on for more news of what's coming up at Djanbung Gardens...

 

In 2010, PCA will be partnering with the National Environment Centre, Riverina TAFE in the delivery of full time (austudy-approved) Accredited Permaculture Training™ for Cert III, Cert IV and Diploma of Permaculture, and a flexible learning program for Cert IV. Flexible learning combines short course training and ongoing home-based project work and studies for those who aren’t in a situation to participate in full-time studies at Djanbung Gardens.

 

The new program for full-time students has been adjusted to better facilitate two intakes each year of students for Cert III, IV and Diploma programs. Most of the face-to-face training will be covered in one semester with the follow-up semester structured as mentored flexible learning for completing projects, research and practical work to complete qualification assessment requirements. The PCA training and student resources for 2010 are also being upgraded with changes and improvements from the national APT re-accreditation review of 2009, and in response to student feedback.

2010 intakes: Semester 1, Feb 15 • Semester 2, Jul 3

 

 

This year will see the APT fast-track option introduced in the Winter/spring school semester, when the 18 week semester is condensed into a 13 week program. New intakes will complete the July intensive PDC and Advanced Design Skills/FLOW in 3 weeks followed by 10 weeks of full-time Cert III-IV and diploma training.

 

This option is also ideal for overseas participants on visitor and working holiday visas who can legally study for a maximum of 13 weeks. However, due to national policies overseas students cannot be issued with an AQTF qualification without having a student visa. PCA aims to eventually apply for CRICOS registration (for student visa status), but this will be at some point in the future. Meanwhile, PCA offers internships for overseas visitors to participate in the training and fast-track gaining knowledge and skills to be more effective and professional permaculturists. All course participants (including overseas) will receive our internal PCA course completion certificates for modules undertaken.

 

Over the past few years the Bioregional Campus network has been evolving and this year PCA will focus on consolidating and expanding the network. A board of advisors will be formalised as well as working groups for specific areas of work and support. Working groups will include a media and promotion team, a language support network for overseas students, and a community education and outreach team.

 

Flexible Learning Cert IV in Permaculture - if you've already completed a PDC the Advanced Design Skills/Flexible Learning Orientation workshop (ADS/FLOW) for Semester 1 enrolments is January 25-28 - a few places left so dont miss this chance to get started. Next ADS/FLOW will be in July for semester 2 intakes.

 

Part-time PDC Register now for the annual part-tme Permaculture Design Course. Two days per week (Mon & Tues 9-3) starting Feb 16

 

Short Courses please visit our website to check out the great program of short courses and workshops for 2010.

 

Next meeting and seed swap at Djanbung Gardens 12.30pm Sat Feb 6th. Come along to exchange seed ad planting materials. Robyn Francis will share insights and tips on seed selection, collection and storage and what's happening with the seedbank at Djanbung Gardens. further info contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

 New video on YouTube  Jack Heimsoth was an intern at Djanbung Gardens in early 2009. He's just posted this video of part of a Djanbung Gardens tour. check it out HERE 

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