11 – 27 June 2025
UNISON Northern, 140 - 150 Pilgrim Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6TH
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This course is aimed predominantly at members working in health branches but is open to other members.
To become a UNISON steward and represent members in your workplace you must complete Stage 1 and Stage 2 training.
Stage 1 date: 11 – 12 June
Closing date: 27 May
Stage 2 date: 26 – 27 June*
Closing date: 10 June
*You will have the option to select an alternative stage 2 course – we will discuss your training dates when we contact you.
Stage 1
The first 2 days of training for workplace representatives will help you to understand the steward’s role in organising members at local level and help you feel confident in carrying out your duties. It covers topics including: the role of an organising union; the importance of equalities in UNISON; working with members and more experienced activists to resolve issues; where and when to seek advice and guidance; union procedures; and your next steps in UNISON.
For members wish to become accredited or represent members in grievance and disciplinary procedures, you must also attend Stage 2.
Stage 2
You must have already completed the Stage 1 course to attend Stage 2.
The final two days of the training for workplace representatives will certify you as competent to accompany members at disciplinary and grievance hearings in order to comply with the Employment Relations Act (ERA) 1999.
To register your interest sign up on our get involved page and we will be in touch.
