This course will cover the following:
– An overview of the voluntary sector, the differences between this and the other sectors.
– Understanding the function of different volunteering organisations and how they use volunteers.
– The commitment required and the benefits of volunteering to both the organisation and the volunteer.
– Know where to find out about becoming a volunteer and the ways to apply for a volunteering post.
– How to improve and develop the skills needed to perform the role of a volunteer in a chosen organisation.
– Understand the importance of meeting personal and organisational standards in volunteering organisations.
– Be able to perform tasks in the volunteering role.
– Health and Safety requirements when volunteering.
– Equal Opportunities.
– Organisational policies.
