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QUALIFICATIONS > Level 3 Award in Volunteer Management (QCF)

Who is the qualification aimed at?

This qualification is aimed at those who work in the management, supervision or leadership of volunteers.

What are the objectives of this qualification?:

This qualification will help you to develop awareness of the way in which you manage volunteers by developing the skills needed to manage volunteers more effectively and to be more confident. If you are a volunteer this qualification may also provide a progression route into paid employment, other management opportunities or further study such as work-related, competency based qualifications.

What does the qualification involve?

On this you will develop:

  • The skills to analyse the requirements for volunteer work, and plan the working methods to carry it out
  • A basis on how to match resources to planned activity, record keeping and negotiation with colleagues and stakeholders
  • The ability to effectively communicate to a team of volunteers
  • A structured approach towards maintaining records and monitoring outcomes
  • The skills for evaluating volunteer work and giving feedback to encourage reflection and individual development
  • An understanding of the importance of effective communication in supporting volunteers
  • The knowledge required to undertake a SMART analysis
  • The ability to agree individual responsibilities with volunteers
  • Strategies for dealing with problems that may arise whilst managing volunteers.

What is the qualification duration?

To gain the Level 3 in Volunteer Management you must complete six credits. We recommend it will take a total of 42 guided learning hours. You may claim certification for any credit/unit you achieve irrespective of whether you have completed the full Qualification. You are expected to submit your workbook within nine months of the date they were registered with Lantra.

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