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Training and development opportunities

Ready to see how far your volunteering can take you? Whether you’re building a standout CV, returning to work, or just love to keep learning, we’ve gathered the best resources and training to help you succeed. Whatever your experience level, there’s an opportunity here to sharpen your skills and grow your confidence.

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Sue Ryder training and webinars

Essential skills training

Essential online courses that will help you carry out your volunteering safely and comfortably.

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Bereavement, grief and loss awareness e-learning

An online course for anyone interested in raising their awareness, understanding and compassion for yourself or others when learning to live with the death of someone or something close.

Boundaries Training

Understanding boundaries helps us create a respectful and safe space for everyone. We’ve designed these quick videos to help you navigate the unique challenges of your specific volunteering setting. Grab a cuppa and watch the one that’s right for you:

Equity and Inclusion

Catch up on our EDI webinars

Curious to learn more? We’ve recorded our favourite Equity and Inclusion masterclasses so you can watch them whenever you have a spare moment. From inclusive language to tackling bias, these sessions are a great way to explore new perspectives at your own pace.

Building your CV

Ready to dive into something new? These resources offer free courses to help you build your confidence and your CV:

  • The Open University: Brilliant, bite-sized courses on everything from Psychology to Economics!
  • Free Courses in England: The place to go if you want to gain a formal qualification in mental health or digital skills.
  • The Skills Toolkit: A great NHS-backed collection of courses covering everything from maths to professional communication.
  • Learn at Scope: Fantastic free career and skills support specifically for disabled people in the UK.
  • Learn My Way - Master the basics, from using email and searching the web to video calling and social media.
  • Microsoft 365 Training - Quick, easy guides to help you get confident with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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