The GMB Southern Region education department runs an extensive range of courses
for union representatives and union members. We aim to ensure that these
courses can be delivered flexibly depending on the needs of the students. The
GMB aims to support representatives in their role, whether this deals with
member's problems, negotiating with management, organising and recruiting new
members or health and safety issues such as building a safer workplace.
Equipping our representatives with up-to-date knowledge and skills is one of
the key ways in which we are able to make the union more effective
GMB COURSES AVAILABLE
All of these courses above will be accredited by the Open College Network and
each individual will be able to achieve credits. This process is entirely
voluntary and members can complete the courses without accreditation.
The GMB Southern Region education dept will also be introducing a whole series
of progression routes such as the TUC Occupational Health and Safety course, A
Professional Development Certificate in Trade Union Studies.
ALAN FRASER
Regional Education and Training Officer
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