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Online course - full level 3 qualification

These exciting new qualifications cover the skills, knowledge, processes and practice of providing multi-channel advice in relation to social security benefits in Northern Ireland. The course covers all advice skills required for individuals to meet the Northern Ireland Advice Quality Standard and introduces learners to the core advice topics for generalist advisers.

Escape to Connemara for our brand new, self-guided walking adventure along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Coast!

National Energy Action (NEA) NI, supported by the NI Housing Executive (NIHE) and Public Health Authority (PHA) are offering FREE Energy Efficiency webinars, for community groups and organisation throughout Northern Ireland.

This online self-paced course looks at the experience of private renters in Northern Ireland during the pandemic and at the changes that have been made to try to protect this group.    

With more people presenting as homeless, advisers need to have a greater understanding of the homelessness tests applied by statutory agencies.  

This brand new self-paced online learning course considers the issue of temporary accommodation in Northern Ireland.  

Housing Rights’ advisers host this pre-recorded webinar on the effects of COVID-19 for those who are homeless.

Our group support meetings are where bereaved parents can talk and share together in a private and safe place with others who truly understand what it means to be a bereaved parent.

To all churches, community clubs/associations or Homecare Providers - do your staff/volunteers need to have an Emergency First Aid at Work certificate? Well look no further! First Aid for Churches Training Service can now offer this accredited 1-day course. Certificates provided by Training Qualifications UK (Ofqual regulated). All you need to do is to provide the accommodation and the learners - I come to you! Training delivered in a relaxed and friendly manner. Covid risk assessment available on request.

Join Nexus for our new walking challenge as we collectively aim to walk 1000km across NI, while helping to #breakthesilence on sexual trauma with every step!

Working or volunteering in the community? Want to gain a professionally accredited 3rd level qualification? You can use your experience to gain direct access to this part-time degree. Study 1 day per week over 4 years to gain your BSc Hons Community Development (Professionally Endorsed). You can choose to exit earlier with a Certificate or Associate Bachelors Award. Limited places still available.

Registrations now open for the First Step programme. This new, free, online programme will provide Leadership training, mentoring and networking opportunities to 100 women living in Northern Ireland. Claim your place today!

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 7th AUGUST 2021!!! A one-of-a-kind programme designed to develop bold and empathetic leaders (15-18 years old) from both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. This programme includes 18+ virtual sessions and a two-week trip to our Global Headquarters in New Hampshire, that will take place from October 23rd - November 6th. This programme will focus on conflict transformation (personal and community), public speaking, communication, and identity. ​It is one of the most challenging youth leadership programs in the country and emphasizes resilience, empathy, and action. Participants will develop concrete skills and the confidence that will help them unify the nation and transform the world into a better place.

This innovative programme will enable senior/middle-tier leaders from the third and public sectors to develop their leadership skills, building and strengthening relationships to address the complex shared challenges they face.

Thursday, September 9, 2021 - 13:30 Online A programme for Third Sector Leaders Online & self-directed study Starting September 2021 Coaching Leaders are focused on bringing out the best in their teams and embedding a coaching mindset throughout their organisation.

The level 7 Award in Leadership and Management programme offers a great opportunity for senior leaders in the voluntary and community sector in NI to learn, reflect, be challenged and plan for leading their organisation to the next stage of development.

The Transformative Leadership Programme is a free ILM Level 3 accredited leadership training programme, open to anyone aged 18 and over, living or working in North Belfast.

Experience Mary Ann McCracken’s Belfast, as you walk in the footsteps of this remarkable abolitionist, philanthropist and social reformer. Mary Ann McCracken, who was born over 250 years ago, is intrinsically linked to the city of Belfast.

This is a 16 week City & Guilds level 1 course, designed for individuals who wish to start or advance their career in the accounting sector. It covers a range of topics from basic book-keeping practices to the recording and interpretation of complex financial transactions.

Do you want to refresh your skills or learn a new skill in office administration. The OCNNI Qualification in Office Skills is a fantastic course to start working towards a career in office work.

New Training Schedule now available! Email [email protected] for bookings!

Step back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery, opened by the Belfast Charitable Society in 1797 which catered to all of the citizens of Belfast.

Belfast Exposed presents a solo photographic exhibition that showcases new photographic works by Futures Awardee, Manon Ouimet, ‘My Name is Maya ’. Ouimet’s series tracks her conversion to Judaism with her images reflecting her journey from spiritual desire to belong, through a calendar year of richly-grounding festivals, traditions and food.

Belfast Exposed presents a solo photographic exhibition ‘Beasts of Burden’ which showcases new photographic works by Paul Seawright. This insightful exhibition will be showcased as part of the Belfast International Arts Festival 2021. The Exhibition Opening Night will take place at 6pm - 9pm on the 7th October as part of Late Night Art.