Courses
Contemporary Trade Unionism Diploma
26 Sep 2012, Blackburn
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This course is designed for experienced trade union representatives - the key link between the workplace and the wider union. It is intended to help students understand the early, present and potential role of trade unions.
| Audience type | Union reps |
| Start date | 26 Sep 2012 |
| Duration | (Eve) 36 Wednesdays from 26th September 2012 |
| Location (region) | Blackburn Trade Union and H&S Education Centre, Blackburn (North West Region) |
| Status | Available |
The course:
- provides guided learning through which the learner may become more effective as a workplace representative
- promotes an understanding of trade union values and policies including equal opportunities
- deepens and extends the capacities of learners, enabling them to access full-time officer posts or higher education opportunities
- widens and deepens understanding of trade union and workplace issues and offer up to date detail of new developments
- develops personal/study skills, the ability to work collectively, and generally improve the confidence of learners to study at a higher level
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| Course outline |
Programme modules
The development of trade unions in Britain
Trade unions today
The future of trade unions
Communication and study skills
Working with figures
Information communication technology
Research project
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| More information |
john.murphy@blackburn.ac.uk
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Course provider and venue
| Provider |
Blackburn Trade Union
Telephone 01254 292 268
Email john.murphy@blackburn.ac.uk
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| Venue |
Blackburn Trade Union and H&S Education Centre 1st Floor, Victoria Building
Blakey Moor
Blackburn
BB2 1LH
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