Award in volunteering (Level 1)

Overview

Whether you are thinking about working as a volunteer, or already in a volunteering role, this course will give you an insight into the role and increase your awareness of the personal standards required whilst volunteering. As you will be working towards a Level 1 qualification there will be a short initial skills check (either in person or via Teams) before enrolling to make sure this course is right for you. 

You will look at the commitment required and benefits of volunteering as well as how volunteering organisations use volunteers. You will then go on to examine the skills required to become a volunteer such as dress code, behaviour and customer care, and understand how to improve your existing skills and develop new ones.

The course is usually classroom-based, and you will be part of a group with other learners and a tutor. You will take part in discussions as well as working on your own and in a group. There will be an assignment each week (quizzes, finding things out, etc.) which you must complete in your own before the next session.

Entry requirements

This course is at Level 1 so you will have demonstrated through the initial skills check that you can work at this level. You will ideally have some digital skills to be able to use the internet for research activities.

Assessment criteria

Throughout the course you will complete a portfolio which will be submitted to the awarding body. Your tutor will support you in making sure everything you need is included in the portfolio.   There will be a simple ILP (Individual Learning Plan) which the tutor will discuss with you individually, to make sure the class is meeting your needs.  You will also take part in discussions in the group about the session’s activities.  

What do I need?

You will find a notebook and pen/pencil useful. For some assignments you will need access to the internet to complete research and/or written work. For online delivery you will need a laptop or tablet and reliable internet connection, please note a mobile phone is not suitable for online learning.

What can I do next?

You can progress onto our Level 2 Volunteering course, or enrol on another of our Skills & Development courses. You could also enrol on other Learn Devon courses such as Improve your Maths, Improve your English, Essential Digital Skills, or Learning for Work – please ask your tutor or visit our website