Training
At Cumbria CVS, we know that everyone’s training needs are different. Tell us what you want and our trainers will work with you to develop and deliver specialised learning that fits your needs.
If you need tailor-made training at affordable prices, contact Cumbria CVS on 01768 800350 or email info@cumbriacvs.org.uk
Upcoming Events
Cumbria CVS Furness Network & Listening Event on Policies
This event is a networking event for organisations in the Furness area.
The theme of the session is ‘Policies – are you compliant?’
The aim of the session is to help people from different parts of the region to get to know each other and share best practice and knowledge. This will also provide the framework for building training sessions that meet the need of our members in Furness.
Cumbria CVS Eden Network & Listening Event on Policies
This event is a networking event for organisations in the Eden area.
The theme of the session is ‘Policies – are you compliant?’
The aim of the session is to help people from different parts of the region to get to know each other and share best practice and knowledge. This will also provide the framework for building training sessions that meet the need of our members in Eden.
Cumbria CVS Online Network & Listening Event on Policies
This event is an online networking event for organisations and will be held via TEAMS.
The theme of the session is ‘Policies – are you compliant?’
The aim of the session is to help people from different parts of the region to get to know each other and share best practice and knowledge. This will also provide the framework for building training sessions that meet the need of our members.
Cumbria CVS South Lakeland Network and Listening event on Policies
This event is a networking event for organisations in the South Lakes area.
The theme of the session is ‘Policies – are you compliant?’
Bid Writing for Charities and Community Groups
Session 1: Thursday August 29th 10am-12pm
Session 2: Thursday September 5th 10am-12pm
Please attend both sessions – your ticket will allow attendance to both dates.
Do you plan to apply for funding for your next big project? Being able to write a strong funding bid is vital to help you achieve your aims in the voluntary and community sector.
Harnessing Social Media for Social Impact
Enhance your organisation’s volunteer recruitment and marketing efforts with our empowering Social Media Masterclass. In this engaging and interactive session, you’ll explore various social media platforms, understand audience demographics, and craft engaging content to target potential volunteers. You’ll also learn how to use digital tools like Buffer and Pi.AI for content creation, and harness resources such as the Volunteering in Cumbria Portal to expand your reach. Gain insights into the RACE digital marketing framework and develop your personalised social media strategy document to take away. Join us for the day to build your skills and confidence in social media, to support your community to thrive through effective online engagement.
First Aid Training for Volunteers
Build your skills and confidence as a volunteer on this First Aid course.
This Emergency First Aid at Work course is for volunteers, and will cover a range of content, including: the roles and responsibilities of a first aider, conducting a scene survey and calling for help, primary survey of a casualty, CPR, use of an AED, secondary survey, recovery position, seizure, blocked airway, bleeding, shock, bites and stings, burns and scalds.
Basic principles in Good Practice in Volunteer Management Training
This course is suitable for small voluntary groups or organisations who have volunteers helping them deliver a service to their community in Westmorland and Furness.
Monday 23rd September
9.30am – 12 noon
Online
This basic training course is aimed at Volunteer Managers or anyone responsible for recruiting, training and supporting volunteers. The session will cover:
