Upcoming training
Below you will find details of training offered by Support Staffordshire and other organisations.
You can also download and print a copy of our current training programme.
180813 SuS LEAFLET Workshops and Training Programme Sept-Dec18 v6 JS.pdf
When
12/09/2018 -
1:30pm to 4:30pm
Where
Penkridge Parish Council | Haling Dene Centre | Cannock Road | Penkridge | ST19 5DT
Who should attend:
This session is aimed at new or existing committee members and trustees who would like to know more about their role and responsibilities.
Overview:
When
25/09/2018 -
1:30pm to 4:30pm
Where
Support Staffordshire | Mansell House | 22 Bore Street | Lichfield | WS13 6LL
Who should attend:
This session is aimed at anyone new to writing policies and procedures or those who would like the latest information on some of the key policy areas.
Overview:
When
01/10/2018 -
9:30am to 4:30pm
Where
Rugeley Community Centre | Burntill Lane | Rugeley | WS15 2HX
DELIVERED BY SUPPORT STAFFORDSHIRE
Who should attend:
This course is aimed at those who are new to supporting or supervising staff or who would like to refresh their skills.
Overview:
When
02/10/2018 -
9:30am to 12:30pm
Where
Salvation Army, Salisbury Street, Leek, ST13 5EE
Who should attend:
This session is aimed at both paid staff and volunteers who support other volunteers within an organisation.
Overview:
Volunteers are a valuable resource providing the backbone of many community organisations, and without whom, many groups would not exist. This introductory session is a great place to start learning best practice in recruiting, supporting and retaining volunteers.
Topics covered:
• Why people volunteer and the importance of motivation
When
09/10/2018 -
1:30pm to 3:30pm
Where
Support Staffordshire (East Staffordshire) | Voluntary Services Centre | Union Street | Burton upon Trent | DE14 1AA
DELIVERED BY SUPPORT STAFFORDSHIRE
Who should attend:
This course is aimed at anyone who needs to write press releases for their organisation or their project and has limited or no experience in doing so.
Overview:
A short workshop detailing guidance about how to write effective press releases including:
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Writing for a target audience
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The importance of a great headline
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How to improve chances of an article being published
When
16/10/2018 -
1:30pm to 4:30pm
Where
Support Staffordshire (East Staffordshire) | Voluntary Services Centre | Union Street | Burton upon Trent | DE14 1AA
Who should attend:
This session is aimed at both those new to the world of funding and those who simply need a refresher.
Overview:
As the voluntary sector continues to face the hardship of funding cuts it is becoming increasingly necessary for community groups and organisations to generate and manage income from multiple sources. This introductory session will provide guidance to identify ways to maximise opportunities to generate additional income for organisations.
Topics covered:
When
23/10/2018 -
1:30pm to 4:30pm
Where
Support Staffordshire (Lichfield & District) | Mansell House | 22 Bore Street | Lichfield | WS13 6LL
DELIVERED BY SUPPORT STAFFORDSHIRE
Who should attend:
This course is aimed at individuals responsible for health and safety in the workplace and those who manage buildings or rooms.
Overview:
When
25/10/2018 -
9:30am to 12:30pm
Where
Avon Business and Leisure | Avon Road | Cannock | WS11 1LF
Who should attend:
This session is aimed at those who are new to marketing or those looking to broaden their marketing knowledge.
Overview:
Whether you are a new organisation looking at marketing products or services or just wanting to broaden current techniques for the purposes of fundraising, getting more service users or simply raising awareness, this introductory session will provide the basic marketing principles organisations can use.
Topics covered:
• What is marketing and why it is important
When
08/11/2018 -
9:30am to 12:30pm
Where
Kingswood Trust | Holyhead Road | Kingswood | Near Albrighton | WV7 3AP
Who should attend:
This session is aimed at individuals who work or volunteer with adults who may be vulnerable to abuse.
Overview
This introductory session will provide participants with an understanding of what to look for to safeguard adults from harm, how to recognise abuse, respond effectively and refer appropriately.
Topics covered:
• An overview of the legislation relevant to adult safeguarding
• The risks associated with vulnerable adults and how to help lower these risks
When
28/11/2018 -
9:30am to 12:30pm
Where
St John's RC Church, 8 John Street, Tamworth, B79 7EX
ho should attend:
This session is aimed at those new to writing business plans for an organisation or those who simply want a refresher.
Overview
When
13/12/2018 -
9:30am to 12:30pm
Where
Quaker Meeting House, 2 Miller Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1QJ.
Who should attend:
This session is aimed at managers, project officers and anyone with responsibility for monitoring and evaluation.
Overview