Volunteer Management Applications - Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada (VMPC) Approved

Course description

This course focuses on maintaining a quality volunteer program through program staff and volunteer relations, planning and evaluation, and meaningful volunteer recognition. Factors which contribute to volunteer retention are identified. Record-keeping is examined as a system of tools used for tracking and maintaining volunteer and program data. Qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods are studied with a view to showing impact and outcomes of volunteer participation. Students will identify ways of positioning the volunteer program and the professional Manager of Volunteer Resources for success through innovative programming, advocacy and leadership. There will be an opportunity to explore further professional career paths and opportunities.

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