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Peer Support Training
Professional counsellors are helpful, but there is nothing more
powerful than talking to someone who has been "in the same boat" as
you.
Peer Support Training is available for all individuals,
including staff from support groups. It is a one day workshop
and our aim is to help you feel empowered to listen and talk to
others who are in a similar position, and share your wisdom and
experience.
Some areas that the Peer Support Training course will cover
include:
- active listening
- communication skills
- empowerment
- self-care
- community resources
- information about GSNV and what we can do to help the
process.
You will receive a Statement of Attendance certificate upon
completion as well an invitation to become a Peer Support Contact
with the Genetic Support Network of Victoria.
The next GSNV Peer-support training course will be held on
Tuesday the 21st of November 2017, from 11am - 2:30pm at the Royal
Children's Hospital. Training is free for GSNV members. Please RSVP
to info@gsnv.org.au.
Peer Leaders Online Training
(PLOT) course
Chronic Illness Alliance are very excited to announce
the launch of the Peer Leaders Online Training
(PLOT) course!
Designed as a step-by-step guide to setting up and running
a peer support group, PLOT can also be used to build
the capacity of an existing group, or to train a
new peer leader to take over. The course
is free and available to anyone who would like to
register.
The training is self-guided and structured around core units and
optional electives, covering areas such as leadership and
facilitation skills, navigating through difficult times, governance
and financial matters, planning, and looking after oneself in the
role.
In addition to providing information and recommendations within
each Unit, the course includes a range of activities, resources and
templates that are designed to help participants convert concepts
into skills, and put theory into practice. Participants who
complete the course will also receive a Certificate of Completion.
A flyer and full Course Overview are attached, and
also available on the PLOT homepage.
To register, go to
peerleadersonlinetraining.net