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One of Sydney’s largest community colleges, we have been meeting the life-long learning needs of the local community since 1950.

Macquarie Community College offers a wide range of accredited and non-accredited courses to improve your English, become job ready, accelerate your career, and develop new skills within our supportive and welcoming learning environments. The College is committed to providing pathways to employment, career advancement or change.

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24 August 2026

Starting Again: Maryam’s Journey to English Confidence

Returning to study after a long break is always challenging, especially when you are learning in another language. For Maryam Yousefi, coming to Macquarie Community College (MCC) was an opportunity to start learning again and build the English confidence she needs for her future. Maryam has lived in Australia for many years. She previously studied […]

Mirza’s SEE Program English Journey
11 August 2026

Building a New Future Through English: Mirza’s Journey 

After arriving in Australia from Afghanistan, Mirza joined the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program at Macquarie Community College’s Blacktown Campus.  Through supportive English classes, practical activities and encouragement from his teacher, he is building the language, digital and employability skills he needs for everyday life, further study and future work.  Although he is one of the youngest students in […]

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9 July 2026

How Araya Found a New Career in Child Care 

Araya’s journey shows how adult learning can help people rebuild confidence and start a new career in Australia. After moving from China to Australia, she chose Child Care course at Macquarie Community College to build practical skills, understand Australian early childhood frameworks and create a pathway into work as a child care educator.  When Araya moved to Australia two […]

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This course gave me a clear pathway into aged care. I wanted a career change but didn’t know where to start. MCC gave me practical skills and confidence.

Elizabeth (Student)
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)

I now work in childcare thanks to the MCC course. The hands-on learning and support from tutors helped me gain real skills and step into the workforce with confidence.

Shaista (Student)
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

This course helped me feel part of the community. I improved my English and felt more confident talking to people every day.

Pragya (Student)
SEE Program Student

I can now speak English with confidence in everyday situations. Before the MCC course, I felt nervous speaking. Now I can communicate at work and in the community.

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English Language for Work and Study

Employment Readiness Program Course gave me the confidence to apply for jobs. Before starting, I felt unsure about my skills. Now I feel ready to take the next step.

Sharon (Student)
Employment Readiness Program

I moved into a higher-skilled role after completing my course at MCC. The training helped me improve my skills and progress in my career.

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Intermediate Computer Skills for Work and Study

I gained practical skills I now use in my daily work. The Business course helped me improve my communication, organisation, and confidence in a professional environment.

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This has been a wonderful experience, the trainer was very lovely and had comprehensive knowledge of the course. This course fulfilled my expectations very well.

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