Hornsby Ku-Ring-gai Community College Incorporated
Hornsby Ku-Ring-gai Community College Incorporated (HKCC) is a nonprofit Registered Training Organisation with charity status, serving adult learners in New South Wales, Australia. Established in 1925, the college celebrated its centennial in 2025, marking a century of community education and vocational training[1][4].

Overview

HKCC focuses on adult education, offering VET (Vocational Education and Training) courses and lifestyle programs to improve employment prospects and personal development. Its student base primarily includes individuals referred by local employment and support agencies[2][3].

Programmes

Courses span arts, languages, business, ICT, aged care, and lifestyle training. In 2025, Term 2 offerings included Introduction to Drawing, Awareness Through Massage, and AI for Business, reflecting its emphasis on adapting to workforce trends[1][3].

Centennial Celebrations

The college’s 100th anniversary in 2025 featured historical retrospectives and community storytelling initiatives, inviting alumni and students to share experiences that shaped HKCC’s legacy[1].

Funding and Accessibility

As a nonprofit, HKCC relies on donations and grants to support equity groups, ensuring accessible training for disadvantaged communities. It also offers gift vouchers to promote lifelong learning[1][4].

HKCC operates under ABN 20410295360RR0001 and maintains a focus on sustainability and community engagement, aligning with its mission to empower adult learners through education[3][4].

[1] https://www.hkcc.nsw.edu.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/329d131b-38af-e811-a962-000d3ad24a0d [3] https://hkcc.tech/about/ [4] https://kuringgaichamber.com.au/members-directory/ [5] https://hornsby.oncourse.cc