Training

Representatives (Stage 3): Casework

Dealing with members' problems can be challenging. This course focuses on skills essential in successfully handling the more complex problems that can come the way of Local Association Caseworkers. The course teaches how to deal with problems in a systematic manner; how to interview members; how to research documents and papers; and how to assem...

Excel (Stage 2)

Excel (Stage 2) builds on what has been learnt in the Stage 1 course, moving onto the more advanced features. It covers the use of functions, particularly the 'if' function, conditional formatting, named ranges, vertical lookup tables and spreadsheet design techniques. The database facility within Excel is covered in detail including pivot table...

Working Assertively

This course differs from commercially available courses in that it addresses assertiveness skills in the context of schools, colleges and trade unions. The course is potentially valuable to everyone and skills acquired on the course are particularly useful to those seeking career progression; those coping with workplace bullying; or those who fe...

Working Assertively

This course differs from commercially available courses in that it addresses assertiveness skills in the context of schools, colleges and trade unions. The course is potentially valuable to everyone and skills acquired on the course are particularly useful to those seeking career progression; those coping with workplace bullying; or those who fe...

Young Members Development Course

The NASUWT offers courses specifically for black and minority ethnic members, disabled members, LGBT members, women members and young members. These courses are designed to give a flavour of what it is like to be an NASUWT local activist (for example, an NASUWT Representative or Local Association Secretary); to identify the barriers which exist ...

Tutoring and Accrediting NASUWT Courses

The NASUWT's training programme is delivered by activists and accredited via the Open College Network. This course explains the NASUWT training programme, educational methodologies and familiarises participants with the skills and strategies required to deliver successful training courses. The course also considers the Open College Network accre...

Behaviour Management

This course helps equip members with a range of practical skills to address problematic behaviour within the classroom. Sessions look at how to motivate pupils; the appropriate use of language; understanding and defusing anger; and successfully dealing with violence. The importance of a whole school approach is the underlying principle in this c...

Representatives (Stage 3): Negotiation

Negotiation is a skill central to the role of any trade union representative. This activity-based course teaches the theory and practice of negotiation in a structured, practical way. Research into successful negotiating strategies is drawn upon and will inform discussions and activities. The course allows NASUWT members to practice and develop ...

Health & Safety (Stage 2)

NASUWT Health and Safety Representatives are at the forefront of the fight to protect and secure the physical and mental health, safety and welfare of teachers. The Health and Safety (Stage 2) course builds on knowledge and skills acquired at Stage 1 and enables trained representatives to extend knowledge of health and safety law and action pl...

Trade Union Seminar

Practical Guide to handling a TUPE Consultation Process

These seminars each focus on a topic of interest to NASUWT members and are led by practising teachers and other experts. The seminars are free to members and travel expenses will be paid.