Branch Treasurer/OLBA Training

28 May 2026 9:30am–1:00pm

An online half-day course delivered over Microsoft Teams is aimed primarily at recently appointed Branch Treasurers.

General Loss and Bereavement Awareness

1 June 2026 10:15am–12:45pm

Online via Zoom

The session will reflect on the grieving process, seeking greater understanding of current models on grief that can help. It will also look at the impact of loss on families, individuals and the role communication can play.

Union Learning Rep Stage One Training

14 May – 4 June 2026

Online via Microsoft Teams

Introductory training for new Union Learning Reps.

Dealing with Violence and Aggression in the Workplace June

4 June 2026 1:30pm–4:30pm

This online workshop is aimed at all members who may be required to work with angry, aggressive or challenging adults in the course of their work day. This session, delivered by 2Resolve, will show you how to communicate effectively and how to apply practical strategies to de-escalate and resolve conflict. Learning Outcomes By the end […]

Lone Working Awareness

17 June 2026 9:00am–12:00pm

Online via Zoom

This course is aimed at members who are required to work alone or visit service users or clients at their homes or other locations outside of the office. This virtual course will Increase your understanding of the risks associated with lone working and the key legislation that relates to this, including responsibilities of employers and […]

Branch Treasurer/OLBA Training

25 June 2026 9:30am–1:00pm

An online half-day course delivered over Microsoft Teams is aimed primarily at recently appointed Branch Treasurers.

Getting Started in Excel July

1 – 2 July 2026

Online via Microsoft Teams

Attendees will leave this two-day online course with the basic skills necessary to create, edit, format and manipulate spreadsheet data.

UNISON Online Stewards Course June to July 2026

1 June – 10 July 2026

Our online course for elected stewards delivers the same learning outcomes as the face-to-face Stage 1 + Stage 2 workplace representatives course combination and will lead to ERA accreditation.

Health and Safety Reps Online July

6 – 10 July 2026

Online via Microsoft Teams

Our online Health and Safety course, delivered by experienced TUC tutors at West Thames College, is for newly elected and less experienced UNISON H&S reps organising in the workplace. As a steward, you have an important role to play in organising members at a local level. The closing date for applications is 22nd June 2026 […]

Deaf Awareness July 2026

23 July 2026 9:30am–12:30pm

This session will identify the communication differences of Deaf and hearing people, building up an awareness of the many challenges faced by the Deaf community.