Training & Learning
Following changes to our funding, Community Action Isle of Wight is no longer able to provide a regular programme of training for voluntary and community organisations.
There are, however, a wide range of online and national organisations offering training, webinars and learning resources for charities, community groups, trustees, staff and volunteers.
Local safeguarding training
Isle of Wight Safeguarding Children Partnership
The Isle of Wight Safeguarding Children Partnership provides a free multi-agency learning and development programme for professionals and volunteers who work with children and families on the Island.
Training includes safeguarding children, domestic abuse, exploitation, information sharing and a range of specialist safeguarding topics. The programme is hosted through the Isle of Wight Council Learning Hub.
View Isle of Wight safeguarding training
Training for voluntary and community organisations
NCVO – National Council for Voluntary Organisations
NCVO offers online training specifically designed for charities and voluntary organisations. Topics include volunteer management, governance, safeguarding, fundraising, finance, managing staff and data protection.
Browse NCVO training and events
Directory of Social Change
The Directory of Social Change provides training, conferences, publications and resources for charities and voluntary organisations, covering areas such as fundraising, governance, management, finance and leadership.
Visit Directory of Social Change
OpenLearn – The Open University
OpenLearn provides a wide range of free online courses. These include courses specifically about working and volunteering in the voluntary sector as well as learning in areas such as leadership, management, communication and wellbeing.
Explore OpenLearn’s free courses
Other places to look
It is also worth checking training offered by funders, national charities and specialist organisations relevant to your work. Many organisations now provide free webinars, short online courses and recorded sessions which can be accessed at a time that suits you.
Training opportunities change regularly, so we recommend joining mailing lists and checking providers’ websites for the latest courses and events.
Please note: Community Action Isle of Wight provides these links for information only. Please check course content, eligibility and any costs directly with the training provider before booking.