Introduction to Volunteer management – Volunteers and the Law

This informative online course will provide you with a sound overview of the legislation affecting volunteer management.

The course covers the following key areas:
• The legal status of a volunteer
• Volunteer agreements
• The Equality Act
• DBS checks
• Safeguarding and volunteering
• Young volunteers
• Insurance and Health and Safety considerations

By the end of the course, you will
• Have a better understanding about the legislation affecting volunteer management
• Be able to identify areas for review within your own Organisation
• Meet other likeminded Volunteer Managers

Kerry from the CAS Volunteering Team will facilitate this course. Kerry has a background coordinating Volunteers, Community development and Training. Kerry delivers the CAS volunteering management training courses, both online and face to face.