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Introductory Volunteer Management

University of Maine Cooperative Extension

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Lead with confidence and make a lasting impact with the Introductory Volunteer Management Program from Volunteer Maine/Maine Commission for Community Service and UMaine Extension!

This self-paced program is perfect for anyone who coordinates, supervises, or engages with volunteers. You’ll learn the essentials of volunteer management, including:

  • Recruiting and retaining motivated volunteers.
  • Effective communication and leadership strategies.
  • Best practices for organizing and supporting volunteer teams.
  • By completing this course, you’ll not only gain valuable skills but also earn the Volunteer Management Micro-Credential. This badge showcases your expertise in volunteer coordination and leadership, making it a valuable asset for your resume, LinkedIn profile, or professional portfolio.

Whether you’re new to managing volunteers or looking to strengthen your skills, this program provides the foundation you need to inspire and lead successful teams.

Enroll today and take the first step toward becoming an exceptional volunteer manager!

Level 1 Cost: $30

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Earners of this micro-credential:

  • have knowledge of seven skill sets of volunteer management related to supervision and human resource management and an understanding of the landscape of volunteer management in Maine. The seven skills sets are: identify needs, recruit, orient and train, develop performance measures, assess and evaluate, and recognize and retain.
  • are able to identify organizational needs that can be fulfilled by volunteer efforts.
  • recognize roles and responsibilities for episodic, long term, and virtual volunteer commitments.
  • can write a volunteer role description.
  • can explain the difference between orientation and training.
  • can identify selection strategies appropriate to the volunteer role based on responsibilities.
  • can structure a performance feedback session.
  • can apply a variety of volunteer recognition strategies.
  • can write and implement a volunteer management individualized learning plan.
  • can utilize a reflective practice to articulate their strengths and growth as a volunteer manager.
  • can provide supervision, motivation and coaching to volunteers.
  • can successfully apply knowledge and skills learned in three of seven volunteer management skill sets.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity institution and provider committed to nondiscrimination. For more information, visit extension.umaine.edu/nondiscrimination.

Boost your skills and stand out with an Introductory Volunteer Management micro-credential!

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UMaine Extension is part of the University of Maine System Micro-Credential Initiative