Welcome to the Stronger Together Training Programme

In response to our recent Training Needs Survey, we are delighted to launch our new 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.

Affordable
Bolton CVS is committed to making the training programme as accessible as possible to the Voluntary and Community Sector in Bolton. We believe our training provides excellent value for money and aim to keep our training courses as affordable as we can without losing quality. In order to support small grassroots organisations with limited access to funds, we are able to offer a number of funded places through our Big Bolton Fund Training Grant.

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.

Strong Foundations - Information Governance and Data Protection
Tuesday, 17 September 2019 - 9:30am
All organisations are now required to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). Aim of the course – To support organisations to gain an understanding of their responsibilities regarding data protection and information governance.
Voluntary Community Sector Forum
Wednesday, 18 September 2019 - 12:00pm
Disability Awareness Workshop
Thursday, 19 September 2019 - 1:00pm
This training is for individuals, groups and organisations who want to learn or update their knowledge and understanding about disability issues.
Win that Funding Application
Thursday, 26 September 2019 - 10:00am
Improve your bid writing techniques to produce funder focused proposals, increase success rates and win new resources for your organisation.
Basic Book-keeping
Thursday, 26 September 2019 - 5:30pm
All voluntary groups need to keep proper accounts, this session will demonstrate basic processes and give you the tools to develop your book-keeping skills.
Getting Ready to Volunteer Workshop
Saturday, 28 September 2019 - 10:00am
Bolton CVS recognises not everyone will be ready to volunteer straight away. This informal workshop aims to increase the confidence of those thinking about volunteering and to better understand the skills that may be asked of them.
Working Together to Stay Well in Winter
Monday, 30 September 2019 - 12:30pm
Volunteer Development Network Meeting Tuesday 1st October 2019
Tuesday, 1 October 2019 - 12:30pm
The Volunteer Development Network is a great opportunity to stay updated and share good practice with peers involved in managing and supporting volunteers.
Getting Ready to Volunteer with a Criminal Record
Wednesday, 2 October 2019 - 11:00am
Strong Foundations - Safeguarding adults at risk (train the trainer)
Wednesday, 2 October 2019 - 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...
Giving Back in Bolton ‘Food for Thought’ Lunch
Friday, 4 October 2019 - 12:00pm
A bite sized look at Social Value
Monday, 7 October 2019 - 12:15pm
This lunchtime workshop is designed to help us to get our teeth into the subject social value.