Free training courses for unemployed people

15/07/2008
Venue:
Volunteer Centre North Lanarkshire

IT VOL
IT Vol provides individuals of all ages the chance to develop skills and confidence in using computers from a beginners level upwards. The course involves participants working towards the accredited qualification PC Passport, and allows individuals to learn skills a variety of different areas including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations and more. Starting 15 July 2008

SPORTING CHANCE

Sporting Chance gives young people an opportunity to develop skills in sports leadership by working towards the accredited Community Sports Leaders Award. The course also includes the chance to develop skills in first aid, child protection, and offers the opportunity to undertake a volunteering placement in a sport of their choice. This course is a must for those considering a future in sport and wishing to develop sports coaching skills. Starting 16 July 2008

VOCATIONAL VOLUNTEERING VENTURE
Vocational Volunteering Venture is a unique course that provides participants with a variety of tasters in a range of practical and vocational skills, including traditional trades such as joinery, gardening, brickwork and many others. Participants are provided with a relevant volunteering placement to improve skills, and one-to-one support to support into further education or work. Starting 22 July 2008

ACTIVE CITIZENS WORK ACCESS
Active citizenship is a hot topic in today’s society, and the ACWA programme brings this subject to the fore by allowing local citizens to learn about and discuss politics, democracy, social exclusion, and rights and responsibilities at a local, national and European level. Participants will have the opportunity to visit the Scottish Parliament and meet with some elected members. Start date to be finalised


If you would be interested in participating, or finding out more, please contact the Volunteer Centre on 01698 358866 or e-mail dutyofficer@nlvda.org as soon as possible. Places are provided on a first come first served basis.