Training for Amicus Reps

All union reps are encouraged to attend training courses to help them gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to perform their role effectively. As a rep you have a legal right to attend this training, though your employer has some say over the timing of it!

In a workplace where Amicus is recognised by the employer, you are entitled to agreed, reasonable, paid time off to attend union training courses.

What you need to do:

1. Identify the course you want
2. Talk to your manager, and get agreement for paid release to attend the training - if you have trouble - Branch Secretary can help. Attendance is a legal right, only the date is negotiable. Get the agreement in writing (email will do)
3. a copy of your authorisation, he can help sort out bookings.

Some training or education events are also available for Amicus members, not just Reps.

Courses cover training for new Reps, Health & Safety, and courses specifically aimed at women, ethnic minorities etc.

Esher Place in Esher, Surrey

Esher Place as it stands was built in the 19th Century and is set in eight acres of land. Esher Place opened as Britain's first Trade Union College in spring 1953. The college has recently undergone an extensive refurnishment and now boasts 10 technically advanced conference and training rooms and 54 ensuite bedroomsl each having a remote control TV, radio.alarm call systems and hospitality tray. A map is available here.

Wortley Hall, Wortley Village, Sheffield

Wortley Hall is an 18th Century mansion set in 26 acres of formal gardens, a small lake and woodland. The hall has 52 bedrooms, 39 of which are en-suite. The remaining standard rooms are not en-suite, but havfe a washbasin, hot/cold water, tea making and colour TV.

More information on these courses are available here on the Amicus website.