Level 1 Award in Volunteering
- Start date(s): September 2025
- Centre(s): Abraham Moss
- Course duration: 12 weeks
Course details
This qualification is a short introduction for anyone considering working in the voluntary sector. It is also suitable for anyone already working in a voluntary organisation who wishes to formalise and further develop their existing experience and skills.
Volunteering supports the development of key skills, knowledge and experience for future employment. Volunteering will support you if you are looking for a career change.
On the Level 1 Award in Volunteering course, you will:
- Look at roles and the restrictions in the volunteer sector.
- Examine the skills required to work as a volunteer and how to improve those skills.
- Explore personal standards and requirements for working in a volunteer role (e.g. current legislation and codes of conduct).
This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom at our adult learning centres.
For this course you will be required to create a portfolio of evidence meeting the assessment criteria for the qualification.
To be eligible for this course, you will need good digital skills to be able to complete assessments for your portfolio. You should also be able to demonstrate Level 2 English skills and have experience of using a computer and/or laptop and the internet.
You will also need access to a device (laptop or computer) at home. You can apply to our Chromebook loan system if you do not have a suitable device.
In addition to the above, you should have an interest in the subject area for your professional development/career transfer.
Career and progression routes
After completing the Level 1 Award in Volunteering, you can progress on to a higher-level volunteering qualification or look to join a volunteer role where you can apply your skills and knowledge.
You could also progress to employment where you can apply your skills, knowledge and experience.
