Learning for the Future

Voluntary Sector Training Programme Autumn 2008 out now!See below...

Please Note:

We reserve the right to charge a late cancellation administration fee of up to £40 for non-attendance on a PAVS course. This is due to a number of participants dropping out at the last minute or not turning up on the day, which affects course viability. If you are not able to attend please send an alternate in your place or let us know in good time before the start of the course.

Please let us know if you experience any difficulties in attending a course you have booked onto (lack of transport or child care, for example) and we will do our best to help

All full day courses include lunch and refreshments, shorter courses will include light refreshments.

All courses with an (A) symbol are accredited through the Open College Network for more information see the Accreditation page. All courses with a (C) are certified on the day, usually by a short test after the course. Courses marked with a * are from the Courses for Communities Programme for more please click here.

For a booking form please click here for an explanation of rates please click here

This course will run if there is enough interest, please contact PAVS for more details.

Food Safety in Catering (C)                                   9.30am - 4.30pm

Tutor: Liz Morris (Safety First)   

Date and Venue: To be confirmed

This course is designed for anyone who may be handling or preparing food, whether for a luncheon club or preparing buffets. The course covers a number of topics including food hazards, legal requirements and the principles of safe food storage. At the end of the course a multiple choice quiz will be given and successful candidates will receive a certificate ( Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering, CIEH).

Course Code: BFH

Grants - Fit for Funding*                                           16 September

Tutor: Lorna Unwin                                                  9.30am-1.30pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

Many voluntary and community groups are reliant on grant funding - in the current climate it is good to look at a range of funding options and to become "more sustainable", however it is widely acknowledged that grants will always have their place in one shape or form within the voluntary sector.

This half day course will support participants to look at what makes a good funding application, understand the background work which goes into a bid and improve on applications.  These are often transferable skills which can help with looking at how you sell the work of your organisation.

The course is suitable for committee members, volunteers and staff, with a responsibility for fundraising, who are new to writing funding applications or in need of a refresher.

Course Code: FFF

Charity Ann ual Accounts and Audit*                         18 September

Facilitator: Shirley David                                      10.00am - 4.00pm

Venue: Foundry House, Pembroke

This session is designed for anyone within a voluntary or community group who needs to have an understanding of the accounts and audit requirements within a charity and covers the:

•  importance of effective financial management and control within a charity

•  role of the Charity Commission (an overview)

•  significance of SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice)

•  audit and reporting requirements in relation to organisations

Places are limited for this course; please book your place(s) as soon as possible.

Course Code: ACC

Training Skills for New Trainers (A)                     25, 26 September

Tutor: Margaret John and Sue Leonard                         & 2 October   

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest                                   10.00am-4.00pm

This 3-day course provides 18 hours tuition and additional support for portfolio development and assessment. It is designed for anyone who needs to provide training in the voluntary sector, and who does not hold a formal training qualification. The course provides a general introduction to the theory and practice of delivering effective training, and is an ideal starting point for new trainers. After the course participants will be required to put together a portfolio to show how they have put into practice what they have learned and to provide evidence for all the learning outcomes for the OCN Level 3 qualification. The training is FREE (for voluntary and community groups in Pembrokeshire) - but participants must be willing to play an active role in the voluntary sector Learning Providers Network.

Course Code: TTT

Employment Law*                                                            9 October

Tutor: Shirley David                                               10.00am-4.00pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

This session is designed for anyone within a voluntary or community group who needs to have an understanding of the requirements regarding Employment Law. By the end of the session participants will:

• have an update on current employment legislation

• understand their responsibilities

• be aware of the impact of employment legislation on personnel policies and procedures within the organisation

Course Code: EMP

Creating Publicity Materials*                                         17 October

Tutor: Louise Walters                                            9.30am-12.30pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

This short workshop will help you get some ideas on how to prepare publicity materials to promote your group or event. It's important to decide what message you want to get across and which medium will then work best, whether it's posters, leaflets, letters or something in the local press. This workshop is an introduction to this process with some “do's and don'ts” for producing materials. By the end of the session participants will be able to put together a simple design brief.

Course Code: CPM

Developing your Newsletter*                                          17 October

Tutor: Louise Walters                                              1.30pm-4.30pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

This workshop will take a look at some of the different approaches to producing a newsletter and discuss some of the benefits. The session will explore some of the key elements which need to be included in a newsletter and how to tailor the newsletter for the reader.

Course Code: NEW

If you are staying for both the sessions lunch will be available.

Giving and Public Fundraising*                                     23 October

Tutor: Lorna Unwin                                                  9.30am-1.30pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

At a time when the grant world is increasingly competitive and groups are being urged to be more sustainable, building local relationships is vital – the fact that nearly 30% of the income for the voluntary sector in Wales comes from individual and corporate giving shows that it is a key area for all organisations to consider.

This half day course will develop further understanding of giving and public fundraising in the voluntary sector and offer an insight into how a "fundraising mix" can help groups move towards financial sustainability.  The course is suitable for committee members, volunteers and staff with a responsibility for fundraising – for those with little or some experience of fundraising or who are in need of a refresher. 

Course Code: GIV

Supervision and Appraisal*                                          5 November

Tutor: Sue Leonard                                                10.00am-4.00pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

This course is aimed at those within an organisation who have responsibility for the supervision and appraisal of staff and volunteers who currently have little or no knowledge of the subject. This session will help participants gain an understanding of the benefits of supervision and appraisal. This will include recognising the difference between supervision and appraisal and developing appropriate systems for implementing supervision and appraisal.

Course Code: SAA

From Planning to Delivery - Working with the Statutory Sector*

Tutor: Michelle Copeman                                              19 November

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest                               9.30am-12.30pm

This session will give participants an understanding of the scope of the statutory sector and how the voluntary sector works with the statutory sector. By the end of the session participants should have an increased confidence to “speak up” when appropriate and know how to represent their interests to the statutory sector. This short course is ideal for those who are representatives on networks and represent the views of others .

Course Code: STA

Skills for Negotiation and Influencing Others*            19 November

Tutor: Michelle Copeman / Louise Walters                1.30pm-4.30pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

Participants attending this session will develop skills for presenting arguments and be able to distinguish issues that may be common ground to those that are being disputed. By the end of the session participants will gain an understanding of moving from competitive win/loose outcomes to co-operative solutions.

Course Code: NEG

If you are staying for both the sessions lunch will be available.

Writing Effective Press Releases*                               27 November

Tutor: Louise Walters                                            10.00am-1.00pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

This session will help you improve your organisation's chance of gaining press coverage by writing effective press releases. Participants will gain an understanding of what makes a good news story and will pick up some hints and tips. Participants will have a chance to put together a basic press release.

Course Code: EPR

Managing Health and Safety in the Workplace*             4 December

Tutor: Sue James-Davies                                        10.00am-4.00pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

This course is designed for those within an organisation who have to manage health and safety in the workplace, particularly those who have little or no knowledge of the subject. The session will cover health and safety legislation and duty of care. Participants will go away knowing what should be included in a health and safety policy, be able to undertake a risk assessment and be familiar with reporting arrangements.

Please note: this is not the CIEH certificated course in “Health and Safety”.

Course Code: HAS

Staff Induction*                                                          11 December

Tutor: Louise Walters                                             9.30am-12.30pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

This session is aimed at those within voluntary and community groups who are responsible for staff induction. The key components of an induction framework will be covered, as well as the link between induction and the assessment of staff within the probationary period. By the end of the session participants will be able to plan an induction programme and assess the plan in relation to staff retention.

Course Code: IND

Staff Development*                                                     11 December

Tutor: Louise Walters                                              1.30pm-4.30pm

Venue: PAVS, Haverfordwest

Staff development is an important factor in retaining staff within an organisation and increasing the skills within an organisation. But how do you know what training is needed? This session will look at how you go about undertaking a training needs analysis to assess the skills needed by your staff and how to develop a training plan from those needs. Participants will gain an understanding about the different approaches to training and development and the importance of evaluating training.

Course Code: DEV

If you are staying for both the sessions lunch will be available.

RATES

The Learning in the Voluntary Sector training project is funded through the Objective 1 European Social Fund with match funding from DCELLS (previously ELWa). This means that all training can be offered at significantly discounted rates. All income generated from course fees will be paid into a bursary fund that can be used to support voluntary sector organisations attending specialist training courses that might otherwise be difficult to afford. Please give us a ring if you think your group might want to apply to the bursary fund - we will be happy to have a chat with you.

There are three different rates for course fees:

Rate A - Public / private sector

Rate B - Voluntary sector groups / individuals (non-members), Associate Members

Rate C - PAVS FULL members

Unfortunately due to the high number of late cancellations we are receiving we have had to introduce a stricter booking system. We can no longer accept bookings unless we have the full details of those who will be attending. Full payment is also required before the course starts. We will happily send you an invoice on request.

Please Note:

We reserve the right to charge a late cancellation administration fee of up to £40 for non-attendance on a PAVS course. This is due to a number of participants dropping out at the last minute or not turning up on the day, which affects course viability. If you are not able to attend please send an alternate in your place or let us know in good time before the start of the course.

Please let us know if you experience any difficulties in attending a course you have booked onto (lack of transport or child care, for example) and we will do our best to help

If you are not a member of PAVS why not join now and take advantage of the lower course fees? Ring 01437 769422 for a membership pack or have a look here for more information.

If you have any enquiries about the programme, or any particular needs (or would like a paper copy), please contact the Training Team by email or telephone 01437 769422