Award in Volunteering Level 1 (NCFE)
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Course code: VO26/10542
You will develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to volunteer effectively in the community. If successful on the course, you will gain the NCFE Level1 Award in Volunteering, which will support you in securing a volunteering position in future.
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From 08 Sep 2026
to 22 Oct 2026
Tuesday Thursday 12:30-15:00 7 weeks- Date
- 08 Sep 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 10 Sep 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 15 Sep 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 17 Sep 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 22 Sep 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 24 Sep 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 29 Sep 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 01 Oct 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 06 Oct 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 08 Oct 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 13 Oct 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
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- 15 Oct 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
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- 20 Oct 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
- Date
- 22 Oct 2026
- Time
- 12:30 to 15:00
free
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Haringey Learns
02084892565
What is this course about?
<p>This course gives you an introductory qualification designed to help learners develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to volunteer effectively in their community. The course explores the role of volunteers, the benefits of volunteering, and the responsibilities involved, while helping learners gain valuable experience that can support further education, training, or employment.</p>
Who is this course for?
<p>This course is for learners who would like to develop the knowledge and skills needed for volunteering and would like to explore how to look for volunteering opportunities in the community.</p>
Are there any entry requirements?
<p>You must be aged 19 or over by 31st August 2026. Enrolment is subject to GLA funding eligibility being confirmed in respect of residency, income, prior attainment and a skills check. The skills check is not an exam. It's for you to make sure you get on the right course at your current level.</p>
Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?
<p>You will have a skills check with one of the course tutors before you can enrol.</p>
How will I be taught?
<p>You will be taught in face to face lessons in the classroom.</p>
What feedback will I get?
<p>Your teacher will give you feedback about your work and your progress on the course, which will help you improve.</p>
How will I be able to give my views on the course?
<p>You will be able to give your views in a feedback form at the end of the course or directly to your tutor or manager during the course. You may also be asked to participate in surveys for funders or Ofsted.</p>
What course can I do next?
<p>We provide a wide range of courses you can progress on to, to further develop your skills. You can study <br />
- Maths Functional Skills<br />
- Digital Skills<br />
- one of our Career development or Pathways to Employment courses that prepare you for employment in sectors that you are interested in working in.</p>
Additional information
<p>Outcomes<br />
- Improve your speaking, reading and writing skills<br />
- Use English more confidently in everyday functional tasks.<br />
- Learn strategies to support and encourage your child with English</p>
Assessment Method
<p>Your tutor will assess your progress throughout the course, by setting you homework and informal assessments. </p>
Equipment Required
<p>You will need to come to lessons with pens, a ring binder folder, writing paper or a notebook. If you have access to your own PC or laptop, that helps but our digital equipment can be used when needed.</p>