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Welcome to the Stronger Together Training Programme

We offer a range of specialist training courses designed to develop the skills and knowledge of the diverse Voluntary and Community Sector in Bolton. All our courses are tailored in line with what you tell us you need and are designed to be accessible to all levels of staff and volunteers.

High Quality
All our training is delivered by suitably qualified trainers who offer a wealth of experience and up to date knowledge on current issues in their field – this way, you can be confident of a positive learning experience that aims to help your organisation be the best it can be.

Relevant
We have listened to what you tell us and have designed our specialist courses to meet the challenges of the sector. We believe in utilising the skills and knowledge that already exist within voluntary and community organisations in Bolton and where appropriate, will offer training delivered by our member organisations.

What you need to know about taking on a building (including a Community Asset Transfer)
Tuesday, 24 May 2022 - 11:00am
This short session is for groups who may be thinking that taking on a building is the next step for their organisation.
Organisational Resilience - the essentials of health and sustainability
Wednesday, 25 May 2022 - 9:30am
"This has helped us to look at different issues within the organisation and to work on our business plan."
Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work
Monday, 30 May 2022 - 9:00am
This full-day accredited training course is for people who have a specific responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to provide basic first aid to a range of people in first aid emergencies. Cost: £70 per participant.
Lunch time chat about the Volunteer Development Network (VDN)
Monday, 6 June 2022 - 1:00pm
This Volunteers Week we want to put the focus on supporting YOU to support your volunteers.
An overview of crowdfunding
Thursday, 9 June 2022 - 1:00pm
This workshop is ideal for people who have no experience of Crowdfunding and would like to find out more about how online fundraising platforms can be used to support community and voluntary groups. This workshop will go through the processes needed to run a successful campaign and give you the confidence to create your own page.
Measuring your Impact - the essentials
Tuesday, 14 June 2022 - 9:30am
"This has added depth to my understanding and will support me to further develop and understand measuring impact and change."
The Essentials Cyber Security for the VCSE Sector
Wednesday, 15 June 2022 - 9:30am
This training has been deliberately designed for a non-technical audience (who may have little or no knowledge of cyber security), with tips that complement any existing policies and procedures.
Fraud awareness for organisations
Thursday, 16 June 2022 - 10:30am
This session will help organisations safeguard individuals who may be at risk of becoming victims of fraud. It will cover different types of fraud and how to help protect individuals, where to go to for advice and advocacy should this be needed.
Safeguarding Adults at Risk - face to face session
Wednesday, 22 June 2022 - 1:00pm
Safeguarding is everyone’s business, and it is important that organisations work together to protect people who need help and support. Staff and volunteers in voluntary organisations have a key role to play in ensuring that people accessing their services are protected and kept safe from harm This Train the Trainer course is suitable for staff and volunteers...
The Essential Trustee
Monday, 27 June 2022 - 11:00am
This session is suitable for any current Trustees wishing to refresh their knowledge and for those considering becoming a Trustee.
Easy Books Workshop
Wednesday, 13 July 2022 - 1:00pm
A beginner's guide to managing your group's finances
Information Governance
Wednesday, 3 August 2022 - 1:30pm
Aim of the course – To support organisations to gain an understanding of their responsibilities regarding data protection and information governance.