Union Learning Rep Training
5 Mar 2007
Have you had a good experience of learning? Would you like to encourage others to learn? The Union Learning Rep training course is designed to give members the skills and confidence to support learning in the workplace. Two courses are taking place in April and June - a residential and a weekly one.
The residential will run from April 20th - 22nd and June 1st - 3rd. You must complete both weekends to become accredited .
The weekly course is delivered in Belfast by NIC-ICTU and will run for five Thursdays from May 3rd.
Each course is accredited by the Open College Network and those gaining the qualification will be able to negotiate time off through their branch to support learning in the workplace.
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
