Activist training

UNISON College provides training for all new and experienced activists

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Training for reps

Courses are designed to give UNISON activists all the skills you need to thrive in your chosen role

Stewards training

Courses to help you to represent members and to grow in your role
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Health and safety reps

Courses to help you carry out our organising approach for safer workplaces
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Learning reps

Courses to help you inspire your colleagues with the power of union learning
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Branch officer training

Courses to understand your unique role in a branch and perform it effectively
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“UNISON College training gives our activists the skills and knowledge they need and empowers them to speak up for our members in the workplace”
Sarah Hayes
Head of UNISON Learning and Organising
“Training is central to improving workers’ rights and delivering UNISON campaigns to improve pay and conditions, make workplaces safer and promote equalities”
Sarah Hayes
Head of UNISON Learning and Organising
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My learning story

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Naomi's learning story

Making the move from member to activist

How I became my branch's first ever women’s officer

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Lorraine's learning story

Empowering future black leaders

How I learned to stand-up while speaking up at work

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Monica's learning story

Finding your voice in your union

How I gained skills and friends on UNISON College course

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How it works

Step 1

Find a course

Search our learning events listings page to find upcoming training for your role
Step 2

Book a course

To apply, follow the instructions on the course listing and wait for your place to be confirmed
Step 3

Attend a course

Our courses are informal and friendly. Your branch covers the cost of training for your role
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Activist hub

Find Information and resources to help you carry out your role

Activist resources

More training for activists

Our learning partners

From short courses to distance learning, thousands of UNISON members develop new skills and qualifications each year
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Support learning in UNISON

Information and resources for our branches and activists to support others with learning
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