Training
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Training for volunteers
For training opportunities for volunteers download the flyer here.
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Training Calendar
Training in brief. Scroll down for further information on the courses.
June
10 June - Balloon Modelling
12 June - Fundraising Made Easy
17 June - K'nex
18 June- Neca Training
19 June - Rising to the Challenge (Moving Away From Grant Dependency)
24 June - Nail Art
30 June - Face Painting
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June 09
Balloon Modeling OCN Level 2
Date:Wednesday 10 June 2009
Location:
Sunderland CVS
Cost: £115 per participant which includes VAT and OCN accreditation fees
Many community groups, schools, organisations and individuals are using balloon modeling as both a fundraising tool and a way of proving something extra for young people, their parents and the community. Some organisations have been providing balloon modeling courses as a way of encouraging self esteem and confidence building skills for their community too.
This course provides the theory and background to balloon modeling. It is mainly a practical based course providing exercises in the art itself and proving that everyone can produce beautiful balloon modeling items and have fun too!
For further information download the flyer and booking form here>>
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Fundraising made Easy
Date:Friday 12th June 2009
Time:
9.30 am - 3.30 pm
Location:
Sunderland CVS
Cost: £115 per participant which includes VAT and OCN accreditation fees
With school or organisation funding not always stretching to the extra things that you would like to provide many staff are now faced with the need to look outside their own funding and raise money in a variety of ways. This course is designed to take you through some of the options of gaining this much needed funding with as little work (and frustration) as possible and includes:
• Where to Get the Money
• Donated Resources
• Easy Events
• Creative Partnerships
For further information download the flyer and booking form here>>
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K’NEX for Hands on Learning for Tutors OCN Level 2
Date:Wednesday 17th June 2009
Time: 9.30 am - 3.30 pm
Location: Sunderland CVS
Cost: £115 per participant which includes VAT and OCN accreditation fees
This accreditation will train teachers, tutors and other educators how to use the K’NEX construction kit to help children to develop a better understanding of technology, science and numeracy, and improve their creativity skills and problem-solving skills.
For further information download the flyer and booking form here>>
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Free Accredited Brief Intervention Alcohol Training!
Do you work or volunteer within the Statutory or Voluntary & Community Sector in Sunderland, South Shields or Gateshead?
Do you have direct contact with members of the public, offering advice on a range of issues, including reducing alcohol intake.
If YES, then call or email to reserve your place on this free training!
First 2 Courses available 18 June and 30 June NECA Training, Swalwell (just off A1).
Call
0191 414 6446 or email bitraining@neca.co.uk
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Rising to the Challenge (Moving Away From Grant Dependency: Assets and Enterprise)
Date:19 June
Time: 9.30am- 4.30pm
Location: tbc
Price: £23.00 plus VAT
This conference is aimed at organisations thinking of acquiring a building, those who want to increase their earned income and/or are interested in exploring the possibility of developing a social enterprise.
The programme includes:
• visits to community organisations using their building to generate income
• case studies from enterprising organisations
• workshops exploring methods, tools for developing a sustainable approach
• surgeries with experts to offer guidance on legal and financial issues
For further information contact: Susan Heads, Development Trusts, UNIN Building, Pegswood, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE14 5TH
Telephone 01670 518150
e-mail s.heads@dta.org.uk
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Nail Art OCN Level 2
Date:Wednesday 24th June 2009
Time:
9.30 am - 3.30 pm
Location:
Sunderland CVS
Cost: £115 per participant which includes VAT and OCN accreditation fees
Karen Routledge Limited is running the above accredited training course.
Although not a professional Nail Artist qualification this one day course does provided the theory and background to nail art. It is mainly a practical based course providing exercises in the art itself and proving that everyone can produce successful nail art and have fun too!
For further information download the flyer and booking form here>>
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Face Painting - OCN Level 2
Date:Tuesday 30th June 2009
Time:
9.30 am - 3.30 pm
Location:
Sunderland CVS
Cost: £115 per participant which includes VAT and OCN accreditation fees
Karen Routledge Limited is running the above accredited training course.
Many community groups, schools, organisations and individuals are using face painting as both a fundraising tool and a way of proving something extra for young people. Some organisations have been providing face painting courses as a way of encouraging self esteem and confidence building skills for their community too.
This course provides the theory and background to face painting, but is mainly a practical based course providing exercises in the art itself and proving that everyone can face paint successfully and have fun too!
For further information download the flyer and booking form here>>
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July 09
Participation Works Courses
Participation Works are running a range of training course on youth participation in the North East region. Places are free for voluntary, community and third sector organisations.
Building a Culture of Participation
23 July, Newcastle
This training day explores how an organisation’s culture can be established and embedded to support children and young people’s active and meaningful participation within the organisational infrastructure. This practical course is for anybody who wants to embed the active engagement of children and young people in decision-making across the organisation.
To book a place or find out more about the courses visit: www.participationworks.org.uk or call the Enquiry Line: 0845 603 6725
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General Training Opportunities
ESOL and Preparing for Citizenship courses
ESOL and Preparing for Citizenship courses are being held at Sunderland Library Service. If you require further details please contact Kate McCubbin, Learning Development Librarian on (0191) 514 1235.
For further information dowload the course timetable.
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Volunteer Training and Events
volunteer training opportunities throughout Sunderland
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Key Training
Key Training is nationwide training and apprenticeship provider with over 30 years experience of delivering government funded training and qualifications.
Key Training is currently helping many voluntary, public and private sector organisations cut the cost of staff training by offering the following:
NVQ level 2 & 3 Advice & Guidance
NVQ level 2 & 3 I.T.Q (Microsoft certified)
NVQ level 3 Management
NVQ level 2 Team Leader
NVQ level 2 & 3 Business Administration
NVQ level 2 & 3 Customer Service
NVQ level 2 & 3 Retail
NVQ level 2 Call Handling
Adult Literacy & Numeracy
All of the above are available with government funding and are work based. There is also wage compensation available for paid staff completing one of the programmes. The funding is available for staff and volunteers and learning can commence 2-3 weeks after sign up.
If you think Key Training may be able to assist your organisation please call Andrew Atkinson on 07827159636 or e-mail andrew.atkinson@keytraining.co.uk for further information.
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Military Mental Health Ltd
Military Mental Health Ltd ( MMH Ltd) has over 15 years experience within the armed forces, they look to raise general awareness of Veterans Issues within the Community.
They offer a diverse range of training and MMH courses are available to a wide spectrum of people, including private, statutory and voluntary organisations and individuals.
The training courses are tailored to meet the experience needs of individual organisations. All courses are intended to provide key areas of knowledge and skills, covering appropriate areas of work and service delivery to service users.
There are a variety of courses including
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Veterans Awareness
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Anger Release
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Anxiety Stress Management
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bespoke training which is designed to meet the specific needs for you and your orgnisation.
All delegates attending MMH Training courses will be given a certificate which confirms their attendance and completion of training.
For further information contact: Gary Cameron, Military Mental Health Ltd
Tel 01915817407
mob 07538191728
email gary@militarymentalhealth.co.uk
website www.militarymentalhealth.co.uk
