AVA Academy
What is the AVA Academy?AVA has developed a curriculum which incorporates
the basics of volunteer management in one integrated set of eight
90-minute workshops in a small-group, interactive learning environment.
The AVA Academy is designed for those individuals who have less than three
years experience in the field, those who have received some of the basics
but not a comprehensive curriculum, and those who need a refresher course
in basic volunteer resources management. Participants will learn how
to assess needs, design meaningful volunteer positions, target
recruiting, screen & interview applicants, and place volunteers successfully. Other
topics include volunteer orientation, training, evaluation, discipline and recognition.
What other benefits will participants receive?Academy participants receive a notebook containing the academy text and
lots of additional resource information, an academy shirt, and an
AVA certificate of completion upon completion of all sessions.
Where is the Academy offered?The AVA Academy is offered every fall as part of
the annual International Conference on Volunteer Administration (sponsored
by AVA). It is an option for those who register
for the conference, for a very small additional fee. A Mobile Academy is also
available upon request, to bring this training to your local community or your
organization. Costs are flexible, depending on local resources and the
particular circumstances under which the Academy will be offered.
Who are the academy instructors?Workshop sessions are taught by a variety of
skilled professionals who have spent years on the job and are recognized
trainers in volunteer resources management.
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