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Upcoming Courses:

We are proud to offer a range of training options for staff and volunteers of VCFSE organisations in Cheshire East. From live Zoom sessions and private in-person courses to our new eLearning modules, we offer comprehensive solutions for your core training needs delivered by our experienced trainers qualified in Level 3 AET (Award in Education and Training) and/or certTESOL certified.

  New eLearning

We are delighted to launch our eLearning platform; an accessible, convenient, and affordable way to access core training at your own pace.  Introductory courses are only £5 for 30 days’ access. See all courses here: All Products - CVSCE eLearning

If you have any questions or comments on the platform, please email helen.roger@cvsce.org.uk. Your input will help us create a user-friendly, effective learning experience tailored to your needs.

  Live Zoom courses

We will continue to offer a range of live public courses on Zoom for core topics including introductions to safeguarding, boundaries, volunteer management, trustee roles & responsibilities and grant applications. You can view and register for our live courses on our training platform here. Courses start from £10 per person for VCFSE organisations in Cheshire East.

  CVS Bespoke and Private Training Sessions

If you would like to expand the skills, knowledge, abilities and agility of your team we've got you covered. We at CVS provide a variety of expert-led training opportunities, from requisite or essential training for people working or volunteering in the sector to specialist training in fields like grant writing and trusteeship. We hold both in-person and virtual training sessions (details found in each training description). Session costs available on request, with a substantial discount for CVS members! 

  VCFSE Essentials Course

Do your volunteers and staff have the essential training to work in the VCFSE sector? This private course will guide you through the basic training for working or volunteering in the sector and will enable your team to work compliantly. It is also useful refresher training. 

Modules include the 5 topics below, but we can also cover other topics (e.g., GDPR) and adjust the content to match your team’s needs.

  • Safeguarding
  • Boundaries
  • Equality & Diversity
  • Mental Health Awareness
  • Cyber security

Please contact enquiries@cvsce.org.uk to get a quote and arrange a session at a day and time suitable for you.

  Foundation for Funding Support

  • Are you struggling with funding?
  • Is your team more reactive than proactive?
  • Are there developments that you never have time to implement? 

As part of the CVS service we offer all members guidance on building a strong foundation for funding, this includes looking critically at your organisation and developing your strategic plan.  Please contact enquiries@cvsce.org.uk to find out more.

If you would like an in-depth look at your strategy we offer paid-for consultancy services which can read more about here; Paid For Services.

Note, CVS membership is free to any VCFSE organisation in Cheshire East. Please email enquiries@cvsce.org.uk if you would like to become a member. 

Upcoming Training

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - Live webinar

Thursday 18th September, 10am-12pm on Zoom - Register here!Cost: £10 per personDo you know your legal obligations for Equality, Diversity, and…

Introduction to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - eLearning

eLearning Course – Purchase here! Cost: £5 per personDo you know your legal obligations for equality, diversity and inclusion? This course will…

Introduction to Grant Applications - eLearning

eLearning Course – Purchase here! Cost: £5 per personIdeal for community and voluntary organisations who are new to applying for grant funding.…

Introduction to Grant Applications - Live Webinar

Tuesday 4th November, 2pm-4pm on Zoom - Register here!Cost: £10 per person As the funding pot gets smaller, groups need to be able to write more…

Introduction to Professional Boundaries - eLearning

eLearning Course – Purchase here!  Cost: £5 per personCan people be friends, can you exchange presents, can someone come to your house? It…

Introduction to Professional Boundaries - Live Webinar

Wednesday 3rd September, 3pm-5pm on Zoom - Register here!Cost: £10 per personCan people be friends, can you exchange presents, can someone come to…

Introduction to Safeguarding – eLearning

eLearning Course – Purchase here!  Cost: £5 per personSafeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Do your staff, trustees and volunteers…

Introduction to Safeguarding – Live Webinar

Monday 20th October, 3pm-5pm on Zoom - Register here!Cost: £10 per personSafeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Do your staff, trustees and…

Introduction to Social Media - eLearning

eLearning Course – Purchase here!  Cost: £5 per personThis session is ideal for first steps into the realm of social media and for those in…

Introduction to Trustee Roles and Responsibilities - eLearning

eLearning Course – Purchase here!  Cost: £5 per personDo you know your legal and governance duties as a trustee? This introductory course…

Introduction to Trustee Roles and Responsibilities - Live webinar

Tuesday 7th October, 5:30pm-7:30pm on Zoom - Register here!Cost: £10 per personThis session introduces the core responsibilities of trustees,…

Introduction to Volunteer Management - eLearning

eLearning Course – Purchase here!  Cost: £5 per personDo you know the policies, procedures, and best practice to manage volunteers? Join…

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