Training and events

Welcome to the training page where you will find information and current training opportunities relevant to the voluntary community and social enterprise sector in the city of Manchester.

16 June 2026, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Venue: Online
Cost: Free
Provider: Association of Chairs
We know that the role of chair, although rewarding, can be challenging. Yet, many chairs tell us that they have little time to reflect on the nature of their role and how to be effective. Part…
18 June 2026, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Venue: Online
Cost: Free
Provider: Manchester Community Central & Beyond Profit
Delivered by Emma Willder from Beyond Profit, this two hour training session aims to provide participants with an understanding of full cost recovery and what this entails By the end, participants…
18 June 2026, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Venue: Online
Cost: Free
Provider: Charity Digital / AccountsIQ
Charity finance teams are under increasing pressure to deliver accurate reporting, manage complex funding structures, support strategic decision-making, and meet growing governance expectations,…
25 June 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Venue: Online
Cost: Free
Provider: Ethical Property Foundation
Leading UK property advice charity, the Ethical Property Foundation is delighted to offer this FREE property webinar for voluntary orgs. As the UK’s leading property advice charity for the voluntary…
30 June 2026, 10:00am - 11:00am
Venue: Online
Cost: £6 - £8 per person
Provider: Community Matters
There is a wide range of not-for-profit structures ranging from registered charities to community interest companies. They all have specific benefits, and some drawbacks. This session will look at…
10 September 2026, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Venue: Online
Cost: Free
Provider: Manchester Community Central
This session will help you gain a better understanding of the role and responsibilities of being a trustee. It is an ideal introduction for new trustees, or as a refresher for existing board members…
17 September 2026, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Online
Cost: Free
Provider: Manchester Community Central
Are you a trustee working for a charity with a majority of its beneficiaries located in the city of Manchester?  Whether you’re new to trusteeship or experienced in the role, we would love you…
13 October 2026, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Venue: Online
Cost: £64.88
Provider: Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE)
This half-day course provides a detailed understanding of the safeguarding duties and responsibilities for Trustees. Course content includes: An introduction to safeguarding adults and children and…