NOCN Level 3 Award in Managing Volunteers

This nationally recognised qualification will give you the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage volunteers in your organisation. The Award has been developed to address the need for the development of volunteer management skills within the voluntary and community sectors. The Award is composed of a total of three mandatory units, which can be accredited individually. Learners wishing to gain the full Award must successfully complete all 3 units. The units are achieved by attending approximately 12 days of training at SCVS, which are spread across 3 terms and then completing written assignments. Courses that link to this qualification are marked 'Managing Volunteers Programme' below. The course costs £150.00 for people working in voluntary organisations.

For information, please contact Sarah Millband on 01792 543632 or email: sarah_millband@scvs.org.uk before booking.

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Community Development Work

This nationally recognised qualification has been developed for anyone who is directly engaged in work with communities and will cover the essential practice principles of CDW. Achieving the whole qualification will involve attending approximately 21 days of training at SCVS and completing an essay, report or assignment for each of the 7 units that make up the full qualification. Learners can work at their own pace and don't normally need to attend training courses more often than 6 or 7 days each term. Courses that link to this qualification are marked 'Comm Dev Programme' below. The course costs £200.00 for people working in voluntary organisations.

For information, please contact Sarah Millband on 01792 543632 or email: sarah_millband@scvs.org.uk before booking.

British Red Cross Basic First Aid Certificate

Understand the action to be taken and procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency, including: artificial ventilation, CPR, management of an unconscious casualty, recognition of shock, management of bleeding and fractures and treatment of burns.

The course instructor will assess the competence of individual participants throughout the course and certificates will be issued on completion of the necessary tasks. Certificates are valid for three years.

Date: Monday 22nd February 2010
Time: 9.30 am to 5 pm

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Promoting Equality
Comm Dev Programme

• Understand the differences between prejudice, discrimination and oppression and their influence on individuals, organisations and society
• Examine the concept of social justice and the role of the Voluntary Sector in working towards a more equitable society
• Explore how power and imbalances of power are built into systems and structures in society
• Consider the attitudes and values that underpin an organisations commitment to promoting equality

Date: Tuesday 23rd February 2010
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

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Designing Community Surveys
Comm Dev Programme

• Look at how to design a basic survey
• Consider appropriate sampling techniques
• Discuss the practicalities of carrying out the survey
• Look at basic analysis techniques
• Consider ways to overcome different types of bias in the design, implementation and analysis of the survey

Date: Wednesday 24th February 2010
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

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Trustee Briefing for New Trustees Cost: £10.00 includes buffet

• To understand the roles and responsibilities of trustees
• To meet other new trustees
• To be aware of broad legal obligations
• To have explored key principles in governance and decision-making

Date: Wednesday 24th February 2010
Time: 5 pm to 8.30 pm

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Web Design
Comm Dev Programme

• Introduction to the Internet & benefits of an effective web site
• Create a web site using everyday computer tools
• Design & Layout Techniques
• Understand the key stages of web development
• Controlling your web site on the Internet
• Use 'freeware' software from the net to your full advantage
• Effective links to Search Engines
• Promotion tools

Date: Monday 1st March 2010
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

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Managing Grievance and Disciplinary Situations

• Have an understanding of statutory discipline and grievance procedures (Employment Act 2004)
• Understand the importance of having up to date procedures
• Understand the importance of complying with your organisation's procedures
• Know how to carry out fair grievance and disciplinary hearings
• Be able to deal with employee disputes and dismissal

Date: Tuesday 2nd March 2010
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

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Social Networking for Voluntary Organisations
Comm Dev Programme

There is currently a silent inter-communication revolution happening across the internet, running 24/7/ 365. If harnessed and used effectively, Social Networking can create a whole new level of communication and information sharing.

• What is Social Networking?
• It's free to get involved with 'the community'
• Pros, cons and considerations
• Bookmarking - Del.icio.us, Digg....
• RSS and how to choose one...
• Blogs - Wordpress, Blogger
• The world of Facebook
• Twitter
• Who's talking about you?
• Privacy and content

Date: Wednesday 3rd March 2010
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

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NEW: The Value of Volunteering - Managing Volunteers Programme

• Consider the nature and scope of volunteering and how it differs from paid work
• Recognise how and why organisations involve volunteers in their work
• Appreciate the resource implications of involving volunteers
• Be able to identify volunteer roles and draw up volunteer task descriptions
• Know how to assess and manage risk relating to volunteers

Date: Friday 5th March 2010 / Time: 10am - 4pm

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Lone Working

• To raise awareness of the importance of personal safety for lone workers
• Learn how to assess and identify risk
• Explore the importance of risk assessment
• Identify effective ways of keeping safe while lone working

Dates: Monday 8th March 2010
Time: 10 am to 12.30 pm

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Autism Awareness

• The history of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how ASD is defined
• The range of behaviours associated with ASD
• The triad of impairments, and the implications of this triad
• Sensory sensitivities and difficulties
• Strategies and interventions; with a focus on communication, an overview of 'autism friendly practice' and a range of practical strategies

Date: Monday 8th March 2010
Time: 1.30 pm to 4.00 pm

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Engaging Volunteers
Managing Vols Programme

• Be familiar with a range of methods to attract a diversity of volunteers
• Recognise selection as a two way process and be familiar with a range of selection tools
• Be able to prepare questions for and conduct a selection interview
• Have identified actions for improvement in your own practice and that of your organisation

Date: Tuesday 9th March 2010
Time: 10.00 am to 4.00 pm

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Introduction to Participatory Methods
Comm Dev Programme

• Consider the role of participatory methods for information gathering, decision making, monitoring or evaluation in the community
• Understand the value of qualitative data in community research
• Be familiar with at least five types of participatory methods that can be used in a community development context

Date: Wednesday 10th March 2010
Time: 10.00 am to 12.30 pm

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British Red Cross Basic First Aid Certificate

Understand the action to be taken and procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency, including: artificial ventilation, CPR, management of an unconscious casualty, recognition of shock, management of bleeding and fractures and treatment of burns.

The course instructor will assess the competence of individual participants throughout the course and certificates will be issued on completion of the necessary tasks. Certificates are valid for three years.

Date: Monday 15th March 2010
Time: 9.30 am to 5 pm

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Supporting and Training Volunteers
Managing Vols Programme

• Be able to explain the purpose and nature of a) volunteer agreements, b) volunteer induction
• Consider good practice in relation to motivation, support and supervision of volunteers
• Recognise the opportunities for volunteers' personal development and learning
• Know how to give appropriate recognition to volunteers

Date: Tuesday 16th March 2010
Time: 10.00 am to 4.00 pm

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Writing Effective Press Releases
Comm Dev Programme

• Know how to improve your organizations chance of gaining press coverage
• Develop an understanding of what makes a good news story

Date: Wednesday 17th March 2010
Time: 10.00 am to 12.30 pm

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Writing an Annual Report
Comm Dev Programme

• Know how to plan an annual report
• Understand how an annual report can work as a promotional tool to highlight your organisation's achievements

Date: Wednesday 17th March 2010
Time: 1.30 pm to 4.00 pm

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Managing Stress
Comm Dev Programme

• Explore the sources of stress in your work life
• Understand the role of stress
• Understand the importance of handling stress well
• Identify strategies for improving the way that you manage stress

Date: Monday 22nd March 2010
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

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Trustees Briefing for Experienced Trustees Cost: £10.00 includes buffet

• To be aware of the principles of best practice in governance and leadership
• To learn about good practices around the relationship with the Board and senior worker
• To consider how to develop the capacity and confidence of the Board
• To be aware of how to deal with difficult governance issues

Date: Monday 22nd March 2010
Time: 5 pm to 8.30 pm

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Refugee Awareness
Comm Dev Programme

• Understand the distinction between an asylum seeker and a refugee
• Examine the process that an asylum seeker must move through to become a refugee
• Overview of the support to which asylum seekers and refugees are entitled
• Challenge stereotypes of asylum seekers and refugees

Date: Tuesday 23rd March 2010
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

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Bookkeeping for Beginners
Comm Dev Programme

• Understand basic accounting terms and concepts
• Have an overview of the legal requirements in relation to the size and structure of your organisation
• Find out how to set up and maintain a simple bookkeeping system
• Find out how to set up a petty cash system
• Produce a basic financial report for your Management Committee

Date: Wednesday 24th March 2010
Time: 10 am to 4 pm

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