Union Learning Representative Training

Targeted at: All branch education officers and any union member interested in learning
Duration: 5 days

This course runs over five single weekdays or over 2 residential weekends and a follow up day. Time off can be negotiated for attendance. Preference for residential weekends, will be given to those working in the private sector. Those who complete the course will be entitled to paid release to carry out functions as a Union Learning Rep.

What You and Your Union Can Gain From The Course?
* A chance for learners to give something back
* Negotiated time off for ULRs to promote and support learning
* Increased numbers of members accessing learning
* Increased learning opportunities in your workplace
* Branch learning teams to raise the profile of education locally

Key Areas For You As A Member
* A qualification up to Open College Network Level 3
* Skills in team working, equality, listening, organising and negotiating
* Negotiated time off to promote learning locally
* A chance to share your enthusiasm for learning with others

You must complete all five days to become a Union Learning Rep

NIC-ICTU Day Courses

Date January 2008 - Thursdays 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st & Feb 7th
Location Belfast

Date April 2008 - Mondays 14th, 21st, 28th, May 5th & 12th
Location Belfast

UNISON Course
Date: Residential Weekends
Part 1 - Sat 23rd & Sun 24th February 2008 in Banbridge Part 2 - Sat 29th & Sun 30th March 2008 in Castledawson

Location: Ballymena

For information on the course, Fidelma Carolan f.carolan@unison.co.uk 028 90270150

To register your interest download an application form here or you can register online