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Introduction to Volunteering Workshop This workshop is for anyone who wants to find out more about volunteering and how it can help you. It is designed to give you a greater understanding of volunteering in your local community. These workshops take place every other Tuesday from 9:45 - 12:30pm. Upcoming training dates are as follows: Tuesday 24th January 2012 Tuesday 7th February 2012 Tuesday 21st February 2012 Tuesday 6th March 2012 Tuesday 20th March 2012 Call Aparna or Russell at Volunteer Centre Lewisham to book a place at the next workshop on 0208 613 7113 We are also able to offer on-site training for groups and community centres who express an interest in these workshops. For more information please contact Russell or Aparna on 0208 613 7113 1 Session Pathways Project Workshops These workshops cover employment issues that are essential for volunteers and those looking for paid work. Equality and Diversity Awareness What is Equality & Diversity? Reasons for Discrimination, Equality and the Law, Equality and Diversity Terms. Wednesday 8th February 2012, 9:45am - 1pm Introduction to Office Skills Meeting and Greeting People, Answering the Telephone, Taking Messages, Dealing with Difficult Situations - resolving conflict. Wednesday 7th March 2012, 9:45am - 1pm All the above workshops will be held at Volunteer Centre Lewisham. If you would like to book a place please call 020 8613 7113, or email russell@volunteercentrelewisham.org.uk.
2 Session Pathways Project Workshops Application Forms and Supporting Statements (2 session workshop) - Filling in application forms
- Writing a winning supporting statement
- Matching your skills to the person specification
- Disclosing health concerns, criminal convictions, etc.
- Identifying transferable skills
Wednesday 25th January 2012, 9.45am - 1pm Wednesday 1st February 2012, 9.45am - 1pm Presented by: Russell Graves All those who complete both sessions will receive an attendance certificate. The sessions will be held at Volunteer Centre Lewisham. If you would like to book a place please call 020 8613 7113, or email russell@volunteercentrelewisham.org.uk. Interview Skills (2 session workshop) Applying for a job, college course or volunteering? This workshop will help you gain confidence and learn crucial interview skills. The workshops will include: - The interview process
- How to behave and how to prepare
- What to expect
- What interviewers look for
- Typical questions
Wednesday 22nd February 2012, 9.45am - 1pm Wednesday 29th February 2012, 9.45am - 1pm Presented by: Russell Graves All those who complete both sessions will receive an attendance certificate. The sessions will be held at Volunteer Centre Lewisham. If you would like to book a place please call 020 8613 7113, or email russell@volunteercentrelewisham.org.uk. Communication and Presentation Skills (2 session workshop) - What is communication?
- Listening skills
- Overcoming barriers to communication
- Why do we communicate?
- Sharing information
- Talking descriptively
- Common problems
- Formal presentation
Wednesday 21st March 2012, 9.45am - 1pm Wednesday 28th March 2012, 9.45am - 1pm Presented by: Russell Graves All those who complete both sessions will receive an attendance certificate. The sessions will be held at Volunteer Centre Lewisham. If you would like to book a place please call 020 8613 7113, or email russell@volunteercentrelewisham.org.uk.
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