Training for Volunteers
Looking to expand your skills and make a difference? Here you will find a range of training courses and opportunities from trusted organisations to help you prepare for volunteering. Whether you're just starting out or looking to develop specific skills, there’s something for everyone.
Explore introductory sessions to understand the basics of volunteering, health and safety training, courses on how to work with a diverse range of people and digital skills workshops to boost your confidence in using online tools. These courses are designed to support you in becoming an effective and well-equipped volunteer. Check out the latest opportunities and start your journey today!
Health, Safety and Social
Oct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 14:30 - 15:30
Managing Events
A look at the tasks and skills of planning and delivering a community event. Posted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentNov28
Training for volunteers · £20 · 28 Nov, 09:30 - 13:00
Online
Children and Domestic Abuse
To develop the knowledge and skills to work effectively with children and their families effected by domestic abuse and have the confidence to meet their needs.Posted by Safer ProgrammeOct1
Training for volunteers · £20 · 1 Oct, 09:30 - 13:00
Online
Children and Domestic Abuse
To develop the knowledge and skills to work effectively with children and their families effected by domestic abuse and have the confidence to meet their needs.Posted by Safer ProgrammeNov3
Training for volunteers · £20 · 3 Nov, 18:30 - 21:00
Online
Safeguarding for Charity Trustees
The aim of the session is to provide an overview of the responsibilities of a Charity Trustee within the safeguarding framework.Posted by Safer ProgrammeNov27
Training for volunteers · £20 · 27 Nov, 09:30 - 13:30
Online
Online Safety
To provide an introduction to Online Safety for those that work with children and young people.Posted by Safer ProgrammeNov11
Training for volunteers · £50 · 11 Nov, 09:30 - 15:30
Online
Safer Recruitment
To provide those with responsibility for recruiting to understand the requirements and procedures of safer recruitment.Posted by Safer ProgrammeIT & Digital
Training for volunteers
Online
Using your device
An introduction to using computers or tablets—covering basics such as device navigation, using programs, managing files and taking, viewing and editing photos.Posted by Good Things FoundationTraining for volunteers
Online
Using email
An introduction to creating an email account, sending and replying to emails and safety and security.Posted by Good Things FoundationTraining for volunteers
Online
Starting to use the internet
An introduction to using the internet including websites, forms, search engines, online safety and using different online services.Posted by Good Things FoundationTraining for volunteers
Online
Safety and security online
An introduction to online safety, using devices securely and protecting your information.Posted by Good Things FoundationTraining for volunteers
Online
Working with office programs
An introduction to working with different office programs including documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Posted by Good Things FoundationLeadership and Management
Nov7
Training for volunteers · £12 · 7 Nov, 16:30 - 17:30
Online
How to not be a prat on a board
The serious side of poor board behaviour and how to avoid it. Honest reflections with humour and practical advice.Posted by Eastside People
Nov7
Training for volunteers · £12 · 7 Nov, 12:30 - 13:30
Online
Strategy that sticks: tools and tips for trustees
Frameworks and real-life examples to help boards shape practical, bold and lasting strategies.Posted by Eastside People
Nov6
Training for volunteers · £12 · 6 Nov, 16:30 - 17:30
Online
Behind the scenes: what trustees should know about being a charity CEO
Insights from CEOs on their role, what they wish boards understood, and how trustees can be supportive allies.Posted by Eastside People
Nov6
Training for volunteers · £12 · 6 Nov, 12:30 - 13:30
Online
Who’s missing from your board? Inclusive approaches to finding trustees
What’s working in inclusive trustee recruitment, and how to support trustees once they’re in post.Posted by Eastside People
Nov6
Training for volunteers · 6 Nov, 18:00 - 19:00
Online
How to build your confidence as a trustee
Build your presence, find your voice, and hear how others overcame self-doubt to become effective board members.Posted by Eastside People
Nov5
Training for volunteers · 5 Nov, 18:00 - 19:00
Online
Young trustees wanted: Unlocking the next generation
Tackling the barriers young people face in joining boards, and hearing what’s working from trustees and charities.Posted by Eastside People
Trustee and Board Training
Nov7
Training for volunteers · £12 · 7 Nov, 16:30 - 17:30
Online
How to not be a prat on a board
The serious side of poor board behaviour and how to avoid it. Honest reflections with humour and practical advice.Posted by Eastside People
Nov7
Training for volunteers · £12 · 7 Nov, 12:30 - 13:30
Online
Strategy that sticks: tools and tips for trustees
Frameworks and real-life examples to help boards shape practical, bold and lasting strategies.Posted by Eastside People
Nov6
Training for volunteers · £12 · 6 Nov, 16:30 - 17:30
Online
Behind the scenes: what trustees should know about being a charity CEO
Insights from CEOs on their role, what they wish boards understood, and how trustees can be supportive allies.Posted by Eastside People
Nov6
Training for volunteers · £12 · 6 Nov, 12:30 - 13:30
Online
Who’s missing from your board? Inclusive approaches to finding trustees
What’s working in inclusive trustee recruitment, and how to support trustees once they’re in post.Posted by Eastside People
Nov6
Training for volunteers · 6 Nov, 18:00 - 19:00
Online
How to build your confidence as a trustee
Build your presence, find your voice, and hear how others overcame self-doubt to become effective board members.Posted by Eastside People
Nov5
Training for volunteers · 5 Nov, 18:00 - 19:00
Online
Young trustees wanted: Unlocking the next generation
Tackling the barriers young people face in joining boards, and hearing what’s working from trustees and charities.Posted by Eastside People
Volunteering Basics
Nov5
Training for volunteers · 5 Nov, 10:00 — 3 Dec, 13:00
Norwich
Norfolk Volunteer Passport training - November - Online
The Norfolk Volunteer Passport Training helps volunteers gain foundation knowledge and skills supporting their volunteering journey.Posted by Norfolk Volunteer PassportJun1
Training for volunteers · 1 Jun 2026, 10:00 — 29 Jun 2026, 13:00
King's Lynn
Norfolk Volunteer Passport Training - June
The Norfolk Volunteer Passport Training helps volunteers gain foundation knowledge and skills supporting their volunteering journey.Posted by Norfolk Volunteer PassportFeb25
Training for volunteers · 25 Feb 2026, 09:30 — 25 Mar 2026, 12:30
Online
Norfolk Volunteer Passport Training - February
The Norfolk Volunteer Passport Training helps volunteers gain foundation knowledge and skills supporting their volunteering journey.Posted by Norfolk Volunteer PassportJan6
Training for volunteers · 6 Jan 2026, 18:00 — 3 Feb 2026, 21:00
Online
Norfolk Volunteer Passport Training - January
The Norfolk Volunteer Passport Training helps volunteers gain foundation knowledge and skills supporting their volunteering journey.Posted by Norfolk Volunteer PassportOct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 14:30 - 15:30
Managing Events
A look at the tasks and skills of planning and delivering a community event. Posted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentOct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 13:00 - 14:00
Trustee Recruitment - right person, right role, right time.
Trustee Recruitment - right person, right role, right time.Posted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentWorking with children, young people and families
Sep22
Training for volunteers · 22 Sept, 09:00 — 20 Oct, 17:00
Online
Home-Visiting Volunteer Preparation Course
5-week online Preparation Course, involving self-study and attendance of weekly tutorials via Zoom on Thursday evenings 18:30 - 20:30.Posted by Home-Start Norfolk
Training for volunteers · £84
Online
Supporting Grieving Children and Families
This training provides a greater awareness of the impact of bereavement and grief on children, young adults and their families.Posted by Cruse Bereavement SupportWorking with vulnerable populations
Oct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 14:30 - 15:30
Managing Events
A look at the tasks and skills of planning and delivering a community event. Posted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentOct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 13:00 - 14:00
Trustee Recruitment - right person, right role, right time.
Trustee Recruitment - right person, right role, right time.Posted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentOct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 11:30 - 12:30
Fundraising through Applications, Appeals and Events
Fundraising through Applications, Appeals and Events - FREE trainingPosted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentOct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 10:00 - 11:00
Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers - FREE training
Recruiting and retaining volunteers - tried and tested techniques to support finding the right people to volunteer with your organisation, and keeping them.Posted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentTraining for volunteers · £84
Online
Anticipatory Grief: “The Long Goodbye”
This training explores what it is to anticipate a loss and identifies practical steps for you or those you support.Posted by Cruse Bereavement SupportTraining for volunteers · £84
Online
Supporting Grieving Children and Families
This training provides a greater awareness of the impact of bereavement and grief on children, young adults and their families.Posted by Cruse Bereavement SupportOther
Oct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 14:30 - 15:30
Managing Events
A look at the tasks and skills of planning and delivering a community event. Posted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentOct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 13:00 - 14:00
Trustee Recruitment - right person, right role, right time.
Trustee Recruitment - right person, right role, right time.Posted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentOct11
Training for volunteers · 11 Oct, 11:30 - 12:30
Fundraising through Applications, Appeals and Events
Fundraising through Applications, Appeals and Events - FREE trainingPosted by MaDGiraffe Management & DevelopmentMar4
Training for volunteers · £65 · 4 Mar 2026, 10:00 - 14:30
Domestic Abuse Awareness
Raising awareness of domestic abuse among professionals, charities , organisations, and individualsPosted by Leeway Domestic Violence and Abuse Servicesbuse and VilFeb4
Training for volunteers · £65 · 4 Feb 2026, 10:00 - 14:30
Online
Domestic Abuse Awareness
Raising awareness of domestic abuse among professionals, charities , organisations, and individualsPosted by Leeway Domestic Violence and Abuse Servicesbuse and VilJan7
Training for volunteers · £65 · 7 Jan 2026, 10:00 - 14:30