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High Peak CVS Training Programme
Courses for the Voluntary Sector |
Our wide ranging programme of training, open to voluntary and community groups everywhere, has built a reputation
for being of high quality. All of the sessions are delivered
by qualified tutors who understand the needs of the voluntary
sector locally. Our current programme gives an idea of what we offer.
Training events database
We have a comprensive searchable listing of training events throughout the High Peak and relevant to the sector on our Database. Search for the type of training you want, and in some cases even book it online! If you run training that is relevant to the voluntary sector locally and want it listing, please contact Louise McNeil, Training Co-ordinator: Tel 01663 736431; Email Louise.
Can’t see what you want? If you are a voluntary or community group based
in the High Peak, and cannot find what you are looking for, please
let us know – we may be able to offer tailored training
just for you! You can also make suggestions for training on our Training Flyer.
Accessibility
All of our courses are held at accessible venues across the High
Peak. If needed, we are able to provide resources to ensure that
all can participate fully – please indicate your needs on
the booking form. |
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Charges
The charge for each session is shown below its description. From April 2006, we have removed the charge for groups without paid workers that are based in the High Peak, to ensure that cost is not a barrier to participation. Remember, if applying for grant funding, training costs can be included as a legitimate expense.
If your group would like to access any training but
can’t because of funding, we are able to make concessions
on charging, and can work with organisations so that they can identify
funding for training for the future. We aim to be inclusive, and
so want to work with local groups to ensure that lack of money doesn’t
become a barrier. Please contact Louise or Nigel to discuss concessions.
Booking & confirmation
To book a place, simply complete the form on the back of the
brochure or book online. Course instructions, including directions, will be sent
a couple of weeks before the course date. But please be aware that if the course is full at the time of your booking then you will be notified as soon as possible.
Cancellation
We are keen to run as many courses as possible and will often run them at a low minimum number. Disappointingly, however, there is an increasing trend of people not turning up for training sessions they have booked onto. The result of this is that courses are running at a level that makes it very difficult for trainers to carry out activities they have planned, as well as sessions becoming very expensive.
We understand that there are occasions when notice cannot be given in advance but when possible we would be very grateful if you could contact us as soon as possible. There is a cancellation fee if delegates book and then don't turn up and haven't let us know with at least 24 hours notice. This fee, which will be invoiced, is £10. We don't currently have any grant funding for any of our main training programmes, and so anything you can do to help us reduce unnecessary cost would be appreciated.
For more information or to access any of this training, please
contact Louise at High Peak CVS on 01663 736431
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Training Brochure & Booking Form |
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This information
is also available as a leaflet in large print and Braille
Telephone 01663 735 350 for a copy in either format
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What Every Chair should Know? |
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Role of the Chair in a voluntary organisation
Have you just been elected to Chair an organisation and unsure just what a “Chair” is? Are you already in the role of Chair but want to brush up on your skills and know-how? Do you want to chair an organisation but nervous about what it will involve?
This short course will cover all the basic roles and responsibilities of a Chair of a Voluntary or Community Group. It will be a mix of presentation and interactive workshops aimed to make you a more effective and better informed chair!
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Date & Time: |
Thu 18 Sep 2008 to Thu 18 Sep 2008
- 9.45am to 1.00pm |
Tutor: |
Nigel Caldwell
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Venue: |
High Peak CVS, Whaley Bridge |
Charging: |
FREE to High Peak Voluntary groups without a paid worker £15 for High Peak Voluntary groups with paid worker £30 all others
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Constitutions |
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What are they? Why do you need one? What should be in it?
In simple terms, a constitution is just a set of rules about how your group should run. Come to this workshop to find out how to develop a constitution appropriate for your organisation. The session will be aimed at small, inexperienced groups without paid workers. |
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Wed 1 Oct 2008 to Wed 1 Oct 2008
- 10.00am to 1.00pm |
Tutor: |
Sandy Schofield
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Venue: |
High Peak CVS, Whaley Bridge |
Charging: |
FREE to High Peak Voluntary groups without a paid worker £15 for High Peak Voluntary groups with paid worker £30 all others
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Microsoft Excel - An Introduction |
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Learn how to use Excel
Learn how to use an EXCEL spreadsheet to do your accounts, produce forecasts or create an address book from which you can produce labels.
Colleen Thomas – Colleen has over 30 years experience using computers and over 10 years teaching people how to use PCs. This has been in Adult Education at Hope Valley College, in small groups at community and day care centres and on a one-to-one basis privately at the individual’s own home. Colleen has taught courses for beginners on using WORD, EXCEL, ACCESS, PUBLISHER, POWER POINT, the Internet and email.
Please make your own arrangements for lunch. |
Date & Time: |
Tue 7 Oct 2008 to Tue 7 Oct 2008
- 10.00am to 3.00pm |
Tutor: |
Colleen Thomas
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Venue: |
High Peak CVS, Whaley Bridge |
Charging: |
Free to High Peak voluntary and community groups without paid workers £25 to voluntary and community groups in the High Peak with paid worker £35 to voluntary and community groups outside the High Peak £50 all others
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First Aid Appointed Person |
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1-day certified introduction to 1st Aid
A popular one-day, certificated introduction to first aid, useful for all but especially those acting as volunteers or workers within a voluntary and community group. Book early as places go quickly…….
Please make own arrangements for lunch. |
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Mon 13 Oct 2008 to Mon 13 Oct 2008
- 9.30am to 4.00pm |
Tutor: |
Brenda Stafford, Kiss of Life
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Venue: |
High Peak CVS, Whaley Bridge |
Charging: |
Free to High Peak voluntary and community groups without paid workers £25 to voluntary and community groups in the High Peak with paid worker £35 to voluntary and community groups outside the High Peak £50 all others
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Is your Organisation ready for Commissioning |
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The way in which statutory authorities fund work is changing. Grants will still exist but the trend is towards commissioning work that involves you submitting a tender.
This one day course will cover the key questions:-
* How does commissioning differ from grant funding?
* What skills and standards do you have to demonstrate?
* How do you write a successful tender?
The day will be a mix of presentation, discussion, workshops and finally using case studies from front line Voluntary and Community Sector groups you will be supported to write sample tenders.
Please make own arrangements for lunch.
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Date & Time: |
Wed 22 Oct 2008 to Wed 22 Oct 2008
- 9.45am to 4.00pm |
Tutor: |
Nigel Caldwell
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Venue: |
High Peak CVS, Whaley Bridge |
Charging: |
FREE to High Peak Voluntary groups without a paid worker £15 for High Peak Voluntary groups with paid worker £30 all others
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Other
High Peak CVS training opportunities
In addition to our main training programme that we have
detailed here, High Peak CVS has funding to resource training around
Equal Opportunities, and for voluntary and community groups that
work in New Mills or Gamesley. |
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| OPEN UNIVERSITY PROMOTING PUBLIC HEALTH COURSE (K311) |
Derbyshire County PCT have secured funding for 17 places for this course which starts in February next year. The PCT is inviting applications from staff (paid and voluntary) from the NHS, local government and the voluntary and community sectors who have, or would like to develop, their understanding and practice of public health and health promotion.
This new course will help students to develop their skills in reviewing, critiquing and evaluating current policies promoting public health. It is aimed at different professional groups as well as voluntary workers in health promotion. The course emphasises independent research enquiry, and students are encouraged to explore and question current policies and interventions, both in professional practices and in people’s everyday actions. Integrative to the course are skills that students will need in a wider public health forum and the course is mapped against the current public health competencies where appropriate.
For those that are considering the course, there is a mandatory ORIENTATION SEMINAR: TUESDAY 16TH OCTOBER 2007 12.00 – 2.00PM, ROBERT ROBINSON ROOM, SCARSDALE (PCT HQ), CHESTERFIELD. Lunch will be provided.
The aim of this seminar is to improve the recruitment and selection process for K311 by:
- Meeting the course tutor, learning more about the course and having your questions answered
- Having an opportunity to view the course materials
- Observing a demonstration of the IT skills necessary to take the course
- Hear from and ask questions of K311 students who have just completed the course
More details from Julie Hirst, Health Improvement Specialist, Public Health Directorate Derbyshire County PCT – email Julie.Hirst@derbyshirecountypct.nhs.uk or telephone 01629-817931
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| Community
Energy Advisor |
| If you are part of
a Community Group in the High Peak, call your Community Energy Advisor
Adrian Burton (01298 28410) for an informal and entertaining talk
tailored to suit your group. How
to reduce fuel bills in the home
Finding grants
Making homes healthier
Protecting the environment |
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