If you’re a new Union Learning Rep (ULR), this course is essential. It will give you the skills and
knowledge that you need to be an effective ULR. The role of a ULR is much more than simply
setting up courses in your workplace. It is about working within your branch, with your employer
and with providers and funder to widen access to learning and ensure equality of opportunity in
your workplace.

The course will teach you:
➔ The role of trade unions in learning and skills
➔ The role of the ULR
➔ Trade union approaches to workplace learning and relevant best practice models
➔ Key policies and programmes relevant to the adult skills system in Wales
➔ How to promote learning in your workplace
➔ How to identify learning needs
➔ How to work with your branch and your employer to remove barriers to learning and inwork
progression

Applications to: John James, Trade Union Studies Centre, Coleg Gwent
Tel: 07527 450276 Email: John.James@coleggwent.ac.uk 
Venue: online