We hold workshop sessions on such matters as applying for funding, seeking new opportunities, presentation skills, equal opportunities, working with young people and ethnic minorities, charity accounts and domestic abuse.

Where demand exists, training sessions can also be specifically tailored to meet the individual needs of organisations.

If you wish to use any of the facilities or services provided above please ring (01494) 523440 during office hours.

Training Calendar

Bucks Economic & Learning Partnership have compiled a calendar of training courses available for the voluntary sector, many of them free. Click here to view the calendar.

Learning Disabilities Training

Buckinghamshire Learning Disability Service - part of Bucks County Council -  is offering an Introduction to Communication, specifically for learning disability - the workshop is designed to cover basic skills, knowledge and concepts related to communicating effectively with adults who have a learning disability.

This is an introductory workshopwhich is aimed at peolpe who have limited experience interacting with adults who have a learning disability.

The course will enable paticipants to improve their knowledge and skills of basic communication strategies.

The workshop will be a fun and enjoyable session which gives participants a chance to practice and improve their communication skills in a relaxed setting.

Date:    Wednesday, 19th November

Time:    1-4pm

Venue:  Amersham

How to Book: Ring the Private & Voluntary Sector Training Team on 01296 382205 or email pvtraning@buckscc.gov.uk

Cost:   FREE

Foundation Degree Course in Community Development

Bucks New University is currently inducting students for January start on a two year work based part-time foundation degree course in Community Development. This course is invaluable for voluntary sector employees working in all areas of community development.
For further details click here.
As an incentive to employers of potential students an Introduction to enabling Learning and Mentoring course is offered FREE to organisations who mentor students attending the Community Development course.
For details of the FREE course click here.
If you are interested in this course and have any further questions please contact the course leader Patricia Blood on 01494 522141 Ext 2224.

An open evening on the Foundation Degree Course is to be held on Monday 24th November Click here for details.