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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 Jackie Donnelly, Training Co-ordinator: Tel 01663 736436; Email Jackie.

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!

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.

Charges
The charge for HPCVS training sessions is:
  Half Day Full Day
Voluntary & Community groups without paid staff
£10
£20
Voluntary & Community groups with paid staff
£30
£60
Statutory organisations and others
£75
£150
Learning in Derbyshire
Connexions Derbyshire
Learn Direct
Learning and Development Consortium
Learning & Skills Council
Losehill
Management Matters
University of Derby College - Buxton
VCS Learning Links

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 Jackie 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 Jackie at High Peak CVS on 01663 736436

This information is also available as a leaflet in large print and Braille
Telephone 01663 735 350 for a copy in either format

List of High Peak CVS Training Events - click the title for more details or to book online:

What Every Chair Should Know!
What Every Chair Should Know!
Content:
Do you want to Chair an organisation?
Have you just been elected to chair an organisation and unsure just what a “Chair” is? Are you a Chair of an organisation – do you 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!
Date & Time:
Wed 7 Mar 2012  - 1.00pm to 4.00pm 
Tutor:
Nigel Caldwell
Venue:
High Peak CVS, Whaley Bridge
Charging:
Half Day: VCS £10; VCS with paid staff £30; Statutory & Others £75
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.
 
External Training
 
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.
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