Applied Education’s mission is to provide participants with career-oriented and job related skill training that will allow them to meet the employment needs of the business community. The courses offered are those in Microsoft, Adobe, MYOB, Xero, QuickBooks, Bookkeeping & Accounting, Payroll & Taxation, Project Management and other unique courses which run throughout the year.
Applied Education has also tailored its service offering to include group training and computer training rooms that are available for hire. In just a few years, our selection of courses has expanded rapidly to meet demand for training in a wide range of software applications and business skills, at a variety of levels.
And by responding to this demand with up-to-date content delivered by some of Australia’s finest specialist trainers, Applied Education has become one of Australia’s leading providers of training services. As you’ll see, there a number of reasons why Applied Education is now the trainer of choice for some of Australia’s best known organisations.
Our Approach
As well as being subject matter experts, the people behind the Applied Education are training professionals. That’s why each and every course we conduct has an intensely practical “learning by doing” emphasis, with no more than 12 participants per computer class. This ensures that every participant has the maximum opportunity to develop and reinforce new skills, as well as ask questions.
We make it as easy as possible for participants to transfer their new skills to the workplace by including comprehensive training manuals and sample data files.
As a matter of policy, all of our trainers are highly qualified professionals with a keen understanding of the real-life challenges you face every day. But as important as training techniques are, they are only part of the skills equation in today’s rapidly changing environment.
All courses offered by the Applied Education are updated regularly to reflect the latest in both software and professional techniques – and our course list reflects the dynamic requirements of our clients in many business sectors.
Our spacious and ergonomically designed computer training facilities are conveniently located in the heart of the Perth CBD. Surrounded by Perth’s major hotel chains and within walking distance to the Perth train station, we are conveniently located for both state and interstate delegates.
We offer 3 computer training rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology and desktops. Our rooms are set up in classroom style for 12 or 24 individual stations.
To aid the enjoyment of your training experience, our breakout area offers a relaxing environment to enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee accompanied by our professional catering options.
Dan Logan
BA (Education), MYOB Accredited Trainer, Microsoft Master Instructor, Certificate IV in Training & Assessment, Diploma of Project Management
Dan has over 16 years experience in IT and accounting software training. With his in depth knowledge and practical experience with all Microsoft Office suites, Dan is able to provide specialised training programs to clients. He has expanded his portfolio with the highly successful Microsoft Project and Diploma of Project Management courses, which he is now delivering throughout Australia.
When the computers are off Dan likes to spend his time outdoors and away from technology with his two young children and wife.
Brett Thornett
B Bus (Accounting), CPA, Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
Brett spent the early years of his professional career applying his accounting qualifications in public practice, mostly with Mann Judd. He later held commercial positions in a number of reputable organisations including the NSW public utility AGL and has lectured in commercial law, accounting, finance and accounting data applications. Brett joined Applied Education in 2001. His success in training and professional qualifications made him the ideal person to set up Applied Education’s Payroll Administration and Salary Packaging training courses. He has followed on from this to develop and deliver the Certificate IV in Bookkeeping to assist bookkeepers with the licensing requirements of the Tax Practitioner’s Board.
Marika Lewis
B Bus (Marketing)
Marika has over 10 years experience as a Marketing Manager both in Australia and overseas. Marika started working at Applied Education in 2003 and left to pursue her dream of living in London. Upon returning to Australia, she rejoined the Applied Education team. The desire to have her own business led her to pursue her other dream of entrepreneurship.
After running her own successful business for over 5 years, Marika is back again – third time lucky! Her experience encompasses all aspects of management and marketing with a strong focus on utilising modern marketing techniques and client retention.
Lorraine Hann
Hons in Computer Studies
Lorraine has been working in education for 18 years, 12 of those teaching in a classroom environment, delivering flexible training and working closely with companies to contextualise training to meet their needs. Whilst Lorraine believes qualifications, capability and experience are all vitally important in her role, she believes equally that being passionate, engaging, enthusiastic and committed are essential.
Lorraine in not merely interested in people who tick boxes or are just after meeting a need. What fuels her is growth and the success of her students and clients. She has a fire and passion inside and is determined to have a positive impact and do great things. Lorraine wants to help people believe in themselves and make things happen.
Marika Leonard
Marika has over 15 years of experience as a training professional. First as a training officer with a major oil company in the UK, followed by a number of years as a training consultant, specialising in training needs analysis, management, supervisory and communication skills and IT training. She has developed and delivered a wide range of training material to many public and private sector clients.
Marika believes strongly that the goal of training should be to improve the trainees’ capability, capacity and performance as part of their ongoing professional development.
Tracey Edwardes
BA (Education), BAS Agent
Tracey is a qualified teacher and registered BAS Agent for her own boutique bookkeeping firm where she has hands on, working knowledge of bookkeeping systems, particularly in the area of small business. This depth of knowledge and practical experience is essential for Tracey’s position of training the Certificate IV in Bookkeeping students. No bookkeeping question is too difficult for Tracey and the students often ask her advice.
Tracey is a member in practice with the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, a member of the Australian Bookkeepers Network and a bookkeeping partner with MYOB, QuickBooks and Xero.
Marnie Dalwood
Certificate IV in Bookkeeping, BAS Agent
Marnie comes to us with over 17 years of Customer Service experience with 2 major airlines operating from Perth. After her children moved to full time school, Marnie wanted to change her focus and direction at work to bookkeeping and obtained her BAS Agent qualification.
She is not only a Bookkeeper, but a Trainer and an Assessor with Applied Education. Her spirit of excellence teamed with her heart’s desire to serve, Marnie likes to help wherever she is needed around the office so you might find her just about anywhere!
Her love of travelling may keep her from the office at times, but she is always willing to help and desires every student to strive for their very best.
Chandrika Edirisinghe
B Science Management, Finalist Chartered Accountants, Certificate IV in Accounting
Chandrika has over 15 years senior management experience in the field of Accounting and Financial Services in Sri Lanka. During this time, she also obtained audit and accounting training from KPMG.
Chandrika and her family moved to Australia in 2011 and brought with her a depth of experience and understanding of key accounting concepts that has proved very popular with our students.
She is also a favourite amongst the other staff at Applied Education when she brings her homemade Sri Lankan Sambal for our team lunches.
Jennifer Tang
B Bus (Accounting & Information Systems), Member of CPA
With more than 12 years experiences in the field of Accountancy, Financial, Administrative and Purchasing services, Jennifer joined Applied Education in March 2012 as a key member of the Assessment Team for the Bookkeeping and Accounting courses. Her experience is a key asset for students who need assistance with the more complex aspects of bookkeeping.
When Jennifer is away from the office, she is a mother of three beautiful little children which keeps her young at heart and on her toes. She loves gardening and cooking for her family and friends.
Lauren Kurtz
Lauren comes to us with a background in hospitality and has been working as an event coordinator at some of Perth’s most exciting venues over the past 6 years. Lauren has decided to take her customer service skills to a different career path and has joined Applied Education as part of the Administration team.
Lauren will be the first point of call for you whether you are calling with an enquiry or coming in for one of our courses. Her delightful smile and friendly personality is infectious and she is always willing to help any student in need whether you are wanting to know what course suits you best or you need help with the coffee machine (the most important appliance in the Applied Education office!).
Lauren is always willing to help or to have a chat especially about her pride and joy… Oscar her Kings Charles Spaniel!
Level 1, 524 Hay Street, Perth
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Group Training is Also Available!
Whether your organisation is implementing new software, running a project or just wanting to update the skills of their employees, group training is an ideal solution to train as few or as many employees as required. Group training is a cost effective solution and can be offered in your office, at our CBD based training centre or at a venue of your choice and on a date that suits you. You determine when and where you want to schedule training, we train the employees allowing everyone to learn a consistent approach while receiving individual attention. There is ample opportunity to discuss real life project issues in a confidential environment.
For more information or an obligation free quote please contact us on (08) 9221 0955 or email marketing@appliededucation.com.au.