Notice Board - Training

This page lists, in date order, training courses and resources available from or for tangata whenua and community groups. Add your course; listing is free. Although reasonable care is taken, listing on CommunityNet should not be taken as an endorsement. See Disclaimer.

Current Training (All)

• Zhineng Chigong Introductory Course, Chigong Christchurch, Christchurch, Tuesdays starting 27 May

  Six-week introduction to Zhineng Chigong, Fendalton Community Centre, Tuesdays 1.30-2.30 $36. Zhineng Chigong uses movements to guide the mind to draw in and replenish Chi (energy). The movements ...
  Date added: 15 May 2008

• Understanding and Supporting Volunteers, Volunteering Canterbury, Christchurch, 9 July

  Volunteering Canterbury offers a workshop which will cover effective methods of recruitment, training, supervision, recognition, and administration of Volunteers. Come and discuss how you can ...
  Date added: 25 June 2008

• Flax Weaving Classes , Manurewa Community Art Centre, Manurewa, Starts 22 May

  Flax Weaving Classes with Susan Winiata Create exquisite looking flax projects including kete with the support of an accomplished weaver at Nathan Homestead, Manurewa Community Art Centre. Starts ...
  Date added: 20 May 2008

• Free Top Performer Training for not-for-profits, Melvin Pillay Inc., Auckland, 12 July

  I am an International speaker/trainer and writer. A Certified Ziglar Trainer in Public speaking, personal development, leadership, sales, presentation skills. I run an organisation helping people in ...
  Date added: 25 June 2008

• Refugee Support Volunteer Programme, Refugee Services Aotearoa New Zealand (formerly RMS Refugee Resettlement) , Hamilton, 2 - 23 July

  A rewarding opportunity to work cross-culturally and support the resettlement of new refugees. Our volunteer teams are a cornerstone of successful resettlement, providing practical assistance and ...
  Date added: 12 June 2008

• Sustainable Funding workshop, Exult Ltd, Tauranga, 24 July

  Does your organisation live hand to mouth? Are you constantly scrambling to find money for everyday operations? Would you like your organisation to have a reliable income, but are not sure where to ...
  Date added: 29 May 2008

• Love Yourself Empower Your Soul, Women's Centre, Christchurch, 9 & 10 August

  It’s all about you! Do you find that your past experiences are holding you back from enjoying life today? This course shows you what you are holding onto and how to let go. It has life ...
  Date added: 21 May 2008

• The Art of Facilitation - Rotorua, Zenergy Limited, Rotorua, 11 - 15 August

  The Art of Facilitation (Stage 1) Programme is a practical facilitation skills training programme held over 5 days. The programme provides a whole person framework (philosophy and methodology) and ...
  Date added: 19 March 2008

• Online Facilitation Skills, Zenergy Limited, Global - Online programme, 16 June - 24 August

  Online Facilitation is an intensive and practical 10-week skill development programme. The programme is based on the Zenergy person centered facilitation approach. Its goal is to provide ...
  Date added: 1 February 2008

• Do You Have Clutter?, Women's Centre, Christchurch, 30 July - 27 August

  Do you have clutter? If so, come and find out why, and how clutter can keep you stuck in a rut. Learn about the links between emotional blocks and physical clutter. Best of all, acquire easy skills ...
  Date added: 21 May 2008

• Iyengar yoga, Women's Centre, Christchurch, 29 July - 9 September

  Iyengar yoga is a slightly more strenuous form of yoga, which challenges the muscles by holding the postures for longer. Particular emphasis is placed on body alignment, flexibility, strength, and balance levels. ...
  Date added: 21 May 2008

• Art Workshops for Women, Women's Centre, Christchurch, 20 & 21 September

  Workshop 1: Saturday 20 September: 10am – 4.30pm. Block printing – carving, cutting & gluing to make different blocks to print on a variety of surfaces. A fun day ...
  Date added: 21 May 2008

• Zhineng Chigong, Chigong Christchurch, Christchurch, 22 July - 23 September

  Learn and practise Zhineng Chigong, an exercise that uses movement and the mind to increase health and well-being. Fendalton Community Centre, 170 Clyde Road, Fendalton.Tuesdays 1.30 - 2.30 pm, 10 ...
  Date added: 4 July 2008

• Get Set Go!, Christchurch City Council, Christchurch, 5 June - 2 October

  An essential workshop and resource for organisers of community programmes and events. You’ll find out everything you need to know about running a recreation programme or event ...
  Date added: 15 May 2008

• Online Facilitation Skills Programme, Zenergy Limited, Global - Online programme, 1 September - 9 November

  Zenergy's Online Facilitation Skills Programme is coming up and runs from 1 September - 9 November. If you are looking to extend your online skills, this programme may be the one for you. The ...
  Date added: 13 June 2008

• Free Business Programme, Maverick School, Dunedin, 3 March

  Kia ora. Attention all entrepreneurs! Te Wananga o Aotearoa is pleased to offer the First Steps to Business and Certificate in Small Business Programmes to assist people in realising their business ...
  Date added: 1 February 2008

• NZQA Certificate in Social Services, Te Wananga o Aotearoa, Porirua, 7 March

  Industry Based Training for NZQA Certificate in Social Services begins March 2008. This is a year-long programme with zero fees that is delivered one day per week. If you are working in the social ...
  Date added: 20 November 2007

• Interactive Drawing Therapy - Foundation Courses, Interactive Drawing Therapy Ltd, National, 21 February - 21 November

  Are you or your staff looking for an effective alternative way of working with clients that requires only a short period of training and can be applied immediately? The Interactive Drawing Therapy ...
  Date added: 19 December 2007

• CPS 5-Day Child Protection Studies Programme, Child Protection Studies (CPS), Nationwide, 14 April - 21 November

  This course provides communities with the skills, confidence, advice and support to keep children safe. It also provides an excellent opportunity for networking and collaboration with others who work with children in your community. ...
  Date added: 27 March 2008

• Health and Community Studies at Unitec, Unitec, Auckland, Ongoing

  Make a real difference to the welfare of your community. If you are interested in health or community study, Unitec is the place to learn. You can become a registered nurse, social worker, counsellor ...
  Date added: 30 January 2007

• Graduate Diploma in Not-for-Profit Management, Unitec, Six NZ centres, Throughout 2008

  Join a vibrant learning community supporting community organisation managers and leaders. Unitec NZ’s Graduate Diploma in Not-for-Profit Management is a unique, part-time programme designed ...
  Date added: 12 October 2007

• Zumba Fitness Community Classes, Zumba Latino NZ, Auckland, From 21 January

  Get fit and have fun. Mondays 7.30pm - 8.30pm.Botany Paradice Ice Skating Arena (1st Floor).Pay on the day $10 per class.Fitness Instructor Marie Rae. For more information contact MariePhone (09) ...
  Date added: 23 January 2008

• Volunteer Support Workers, RMS Refugee Resettlement Services, Auckland, Ongoing

  RMS Refugee Resettlement is New Zealand’s national refugee resettlement agency. It is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation committed to working alongside New Zealand’s quota refugees as they settle and build a future in their new homeland. ...
  Date added: 16 April 2007

• Fee-free computer training, Te Wananga o Aotearoa, Porirua, Ongoing enrolments

  National Certificate in Computing Level 2/Level 3. 36-week programme that leads to the National Certificate in Computing Level 4. Freephone 0800 355 553 or visit our website: www.twoa.ac.nz
  Date added: 26 June 2008

• Migrant Mums’ Coffee Group, Maverick International Student and Migrant Support Trust, Dunedin, Every Friday

  Would you like to: go somewhere WITH your baby? meet other mums? share your experience and feelings? make friends? share your culture? speak more English? Come along and meet other mums from ...
  Date added: 10 March 2008

• Men in Change, Raeburn House, North Shore City, Tuesdays, On-going

  Support and growth group for men who want to approach life positively, with hope, relate more effectively with people and discuss issues relevant to men. New members welcome. Tuesdays, ...
  Date added: 25 September 2007

• Postgrad programmes in Social Work and Social Policy, Massey University School of Social Work and Social Policy, National,

  There are a number of postgraduate programmes of interest to those working in the NGO, community and voluntary sector. These are: Postgraduate Certificate in Arts and the Postgraduate Diploma in ...
  Date added: 21 August 2007

• Financial Skills Course, The Open Polytechnic, Wellington, Ongoing

  The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand offers a new financial skills course to help you take control of your finances. The course was designed in response to a recognised need in the community for ...
  Date added: 14 September 2007

• New Horizons Group, Raeburn House, North Shore City, Starts 16 January

  A friendly group of older men and women, who meet for activities, speakers, discussions, outings and friendship. New members welcome. Meetings are held in the downstairs room of the North Shore ...
  Date added: 25 September 2007

• Get Set Go!, Recreation Wellington, Wellington, Ongoing

  An essential course for organisers of community recreation programmes and events. You'll find out everything you need to know about organising your programme and event including: designing ...
  Date added: 30 August 2007

• Mentors for Pacific community organisations, J.R.McKenzie Trust, Nationwide, Information updated 18.04.06

  Choosing people to help your Pacific community organisation This page gives information on people and groups with skills in helping Pacific community organisations in areas such as planning, ...
  Date added: 2 May 2004

• Mentors for Pacific community organisations - National, See below, Nationwide, Information last updated 18.04.06

  Choosing people to help your organisation. Suggestions for Pacific community organisations We are not able to guarantee that the people and groups on this list will be right for your organisation. ...
  Date added: 28 April 2004

• Mentors for Pacific community organisations - Northern, See below, Upper North Island, Information last updated 18.04.06

  Choosing people to help your organisation Suggestions for Pacific community organisations We are not able to guarantee that the people and groups on this list will be right for your organisation. ...
  Date added: 28 April 2004

• Mentors for Pacific community organisations - lower North Island, See below, Lower North Island, Information last updated 18.04.06

  Choosing people to help your organisation Suggestions for Pacific community organisations We are not able to guarantee that the people and groups on this list will be right for your organisation. ...
  Date added: 28 April 2004

• Mentors for Pacific community organisations - South Island, See below, The Mainland, Information last updated 18.04.06

  Choosing people to help your organisation Suggestions for Pacific community organisations We are not able to guarantee that the people and groups on this list will be right for your organisation. ...
  Date added: 28 April 2004

• Community Accounts Mentoring Service, Wellington Council of Social Services Inc, Wellington,

  The Community Accounts Mentoring Service (CAMS) provides training and up-skilling in accounting and financial management by a chartered accountant with adult education experience for community and voluntary organisations in Wellington. Initiated by Wellington Council of Social Services Inc ...
  Date added: 12 October 2007