Training and Infrastructure Support
PCVS assists its members through access to training, education and infrastructure support. On this page are current training events, online free courses and a list of resources.
Training includes seminars on areas such as Equality, Diversity and Inclusion; deciding on appropriate structure; marketing for voluntary groups; taking care of your mental health.
We also offer 1:1 sessions for members.
Members and Others Training Events
You can also see what our members offer, along with external related events
Ongoing free online learning courses: Introduction level
First Aid - Short Videos from the British Red Cross
Learn five first aid skills in five minutes. It only takes around a minute to learn a new first aid skill but, in an emergency, that minute could save a life.
Action Counter Terrorism/Martyn's Law
E-learning course takes about 45 minutes and provides awareness to help prevent terrorist attacks. It is recommended but not compulsory for operators of standard tier venues under Martyn's Law to have completed ACT Awareness training. Create a free account to access the course, certificate available once completed.
SAFEGUARDING training: basic
13 different level 2 courses addressing different areas of basic safeguarding.
Ongoing free online courses: Intermediate and Advanced level
Systems go! Cross-sector partnering for change in health and care
The UK’s health and care system is at a moment of national crisis. It is grappling with persistent health inequalities, over-stretched services and an exhausted workforce. To address these challenges effectively, there needs to be bold, radical action that moves the system to a preventive approach – one that focuses on promoting health rather than simply treating illnesses. On this three-week course, you’ll discover how to address the most serious challenges facing the health and care sector through effective and collaborative partnerships.
Collaborative Leadership in Voluntary Sector
24 hours of learning in total broken down into 8 chunks based on 8 week completion. Not one that can be rushed if you wish to do it properly as it encourages reflective practice. So you need time to reflect. It is an introductory course, however more experienced leaders would still benefit as it creates space for reflection on your development and leadership skills. It has potential to change anyone’s practice.
Stop Suicide
STOP suicide is a campaign that is recognised as the public voice of the county-wide zero suicide ambition. In person and online workshops available to book.
Advanced course for fundraisers: building relationships with donors
Level 3 course suitable for anyone with some fundraising experience looking to develop their skills in big-gift seeking and legacy fundraising.
Coming soon: Member only information
Become a member to access our full range of online courses and information, for discounted training and events, 1:1 sessions and to gain exposure in our Members Directory.
Member Only Seminars and Courses
Other Resources
Gov.uk information for charities
Peterborough City Council resources and information for charities
Member Only Resources
Finance templates to use
Improving approaches to funding course resources from Ali Lyons
Bid Decision Making Tool
A tool for deciding whether to apply for or accept a particular grant, contract or arrangement.Bid writing tips
Tips and guidance on writing bidsImproving approaches to funding
Slide packFirst steps in public fundraising
Document with step by step guide in public fundraising for small charitiesPart 1 presentation
Improving approaches to funding video part 1Part 2 presentation
Improving approaches to funding video part 2Policy templates and examples
Coming soon: Member only information
Become a member to access our full range of online courses and information, for discounted training and events, 1:1 sessions and to gain exposure in our Members Directory.