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.