RMT Learning

Learning courses and opportunities that RMT Learning reps can assist you with

WEA Course: Dealing With The Media

Submitted by rmtlondon on 18 February, 2014 - 03:04

Do you want to be more confident dealing with the media?

This course will equip you to understand the media, to develop a basic media strategy, to select which media to target, to make stories appealing to journalists and to give media interviews.

An excellent opportunity for any organisation, group or individual!

3 consecutive Wednesdays: February 26th, March 5th, March 12th - 1pm – 5.30pm (13 hours)

Venue: WEA, 96-100 Clifton St, EC2A 4TP

Cost: £51.35 per attendee

Concessions: free on income related benefit

There is a maximum of 15 places.

WEA Course: Employment Law Update

Submitted by rmtlondon on 7 November, 2013 - 02:36

The WEA is running a one day briefing for all union reps, officers and members who want to get up to date with all the latest employment law changes brought in and planned by the Coalition Government.

The day will be a mix of information and also small group activities. Please see the attached leaflet for details about this course.

RMT’s Charles Watkins’ Memorial Lecture 2014

RMT’s guest speaker to deliver this year’s Charles Watkins’ Memorial Lecture will be Labour historian Francis Devine who will be talking on the 1913 Dublin Lockout. For more background information click here.

This promises to provide an interesting lecture and discussion following on from a series of events that will have taken place commemorating the centenary of the lockout.

This free event will be held at Unity House and refreshments will also be provided.

RMT Learning: London Underground Learning Questionnaire

Submitted by rmtlondon on 18 July, 2013 - 13:21

My name is Anna Gichaga and I am a Union Learning Rep for the RMT Union on London Underground. This survey has been designed to collect learning information from our members and other workers on London Underground. Your assistance filling this out will help us to organise information, advice and guidance for all those interested in learning and with sufficient numbers will allow us to arrange a number of courses for all those keen to increase their skills and knowledge. The Time to Train legislation that came in has prompted this survey.

WEA Health & Safety Event & Book Launch

WEA in partnership with London Hazards Centre presents "Ramazzini versus the attack on health & safety" by PCS rep Dave Putson.

There will be a talk and book launch at this evening event.

Speakers (in addition to Dave Putson)
Tony O’Brien - Construction Safety Campaign
Simon Hester - Prospect Rep and HSE Inspector
Frank Morris - Blacklist Support Group
Ian Leahair - FBU - Executive Council (London Region member)

This is a meeting and networking event for safety representatives and campaigners at the WEA, Clifton Street, EC2A 4TP.

Goal Setting Drop In Sessions Coming Soon

29th & 30th April 2013 10am – 4pm @ Learning Zone, 2nd Floor South Wing, 55 Broadway

Why not drop by to find out how to register for the Climbing Frame website and how it could help you achieve your goals?

The Climbing Frame is a FREE easy to use website for Union Learning Reps (ULRs) and Learners.

Learners often have aspirations, skills and experiences, which relate to all aspects of their lives; their current jobs, possible career routes and their personal situation. The Climbing Frame has been designed to support the interaction and transferability of skills and experience.

What Does A Union Learner Rep Do?

Submitted by rmtlondon on 12 February, 2013 - 03:40

For more information about Union Learner Reps in London speak with your branch secretary or contact Sharon Allen.

Interested in becoming a Union Learning Representative?

"RMT takes education very seriously and we know how education empowers people to become activists, to move on in their careers and take control in their personal lives. The ULR role is vital in supporting members in the workplace to take up worthwhile, enjoyable and sometimes life changing learning opportunities." - Bob Crow, General Secretary.