Training

TRAINING ON OFFER

1) Regional training :

Casework courses:

  • We offer a 3-session full casework course to train new caseworkers. The next one is being held in the autumn term 2026. All 3 sessions must be attended.
  • We also have a program of 1h “Casework Scenarios” open to trained or experienced caseworkers only. Ask the regional team.
  • We also offer a casework refresher course. This 3h session will assist those caseworkers who were trained some years ago now!

Bargaining Training: 

  • This is a 3-part course for those involved in negotiation within the branch which will be held online. The next one is tbc. Sign up now-email the regional office eastern@ucu.org.uk All 3 sessions must be attended.

2) National training: click here for-  These are the courses currently organised by our national UCU Training team. 

WE recommend all reps attend a Reps 1 course. Plus Health & Safety reps must complete a H&S1 course.

3) CPD webinars – see https://cpd.web.ucu.org.uk/ , or email Glen Pickard

4) TUC courses – You can also register for TUC courses 

General training info:

Regional training: Most of our training courses cover practical skills as well as sharing information.  To facilitate this, some of our longer courses will include group work and role plays in a supportive environment. Please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments you may need to allow you to participate fully in the training, or if you have any concerns which you would like to discuss. Courses are online and free of charge to you.

National training courses: Free of charge. Some are online and some are offered in person often at Conel in Tottenham. Please watch out for an email containing the joining links a few days prior to the course either from this regional office or the tutor directly. Please ensure that you can attend all dates of any multi-date course. We may be charged for late cancellations, or undersubscribed courses may need to be postponed, so please help us by registering as soon as you can and letting us know of any attendance issues. Read this further information regarding time off for training. Please ensure that your Branch Secretary is aware that you are attending such training.

If you have further queries about training contact easternadmin@ucu.org.uk