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DETAILS

This course is ideal for anyone wishing to gain accreditation for the voluntary work they do.  Much of the evidence required for the course can be achieved through the work volunteers are already doing.  The course is divided into six units that allow students to gain confidence in their volunteering roles whilst learning new skills and developing others.  Students will agree a development plan and short-term goals with their tutor and then gather a collection of evidence to show that these targets have been reached to gain the certificate.

 

UNITS:

 

Preparing to Volunteer

Developing Skills Through Volunteering

Meeting and Communication Skills

Teamwork

Working to Good Practice Standards

Seeking and Sharing Information

 

Students can also gain key skills certificate on this course if they wish.

 

ASSESSMENT

Students gather a portfolio of evidence and are observed in their placements.

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Students must already be volunteering with an organisation or have a placement established at the start of the course. (We may be able to help students find a place if needed)

 

COURSE MATERIALS  

Ring binder, pen and paper will be needed.

 

DURATION

Three 2-hour classes per term, plus time required to complete portfolio.

 

SUGGESTED COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES

CSLA, First Aid, Counselling

 

QUALIFICATION GAINED 

ASDAN COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS AWARD

 

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