Training for Volunteers

“The training is excellent, some of the best I’ve ever had”

Once you have applied to volunteer, we will invite you to attend initial training at our Oxford office so that you feel prepared and confident in your role.

We also offer ongoing training opportunities to all volunteers. Previous sessions have included Safeguarding, Understanding Autism, and Conflict Resolution.

This training is compulsory for all long-term volunteers (Event Helpers do not need to attend, but are very welcome to). We will provide an introduction to the organisation, and prepare you for any confidentiality and boundaries issues that may arise whilst volunteering.

Training dates for 2020:

Dates to be confirmed

This training is offered to all volunteers, and is compulsory for anyone who will work directly with members. Find out about MHFA, and upcoming training dates here.

We ask all Opportunities Project Volunteers to attend one day of Opportunities Project training. We will teach you useful coaching techniques, and help you to consider different scenarios that may arise whilst working on the wards.

Training dates for 2020:

Dates to be confirmed

Please note: these training sessions are not open to the public. You will be invited to attend training once you have completed the application process.