Education and Training

UNISON South West's 2011 Education programme - Do you want to attend one of these courses? Contact the branch office.

UNISON and Lifelong Learning

The development of the lifelong learning agenda is a key part of the Government's strategy to encourage a culture in which education and training is available and accessible to everyone.

UNISON has been at the forefront of developing lifelong learning for non-traditional learners. As the largest Trade Union in the UK we have always recognised the importance of learning opportunities for our members - reaching people who have in the past only had limited access to learning is central to our strategy.

What is Lifelong Learning?

By learning we don't just mean vocational training - getting the skills needed to do a particular job - however important that is. We mean learning in the broadest sense, providing people with the skills and confidence to progress and participate at work, in the union and in wider society.

If you are a UNISON member you are entitled to discounts on a number of different courses from various course providers.

UNISON are now in partnership with the Open University - see the poster about Learning on the Web