UServeUtah Training Suite
Volunteers are one of Utah's greatest resources. UServeUtah provides training opportunities that help organizations develop successful volunteer programs, strengthen community engagement, and increase their ability to meet critical needs. Whether you're new to volunteer management or looking to enhance an established program, our trainings are designed to help you engage, support, and inspire volunteers more effectively.
Volunteer Management Training
Next session: Oct. 6-7, Brigham City
Best for: the individual
Duration: 2 sessions, 13 total hours
Price: $45-$75, depending on session
This interactive, hands-on course is designed for individual volunteer managers seeking to grow professionally. Participants develop key skills in volunteer engagement and can earn a UServeUtah certificate in volunteer management.
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Volunteer Programming for Maximum Impact
Next session: Aug. 11-12, Salt Lake City
Best for: an organization
Duration: 2 sessions, 13 total hours
Price: $75, depending on session
This cohort-based training supports organizations in strengthening their overall volunteer programs. Volunteer engagement professionals and organization leaders work to set strategic goals and implement change management practices. Organizations that complete the requirements can earn the UServeUtah Volunteer Management Designation.
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Virtual Volunteer Management Workshops
Upcoming sessions:
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July 29 at 11 a.m. on Zoom
Topic: Managing day-of event volunteers -
Sept. 30 at 11 a.m. on Zoom
Topic: Volunteer impact: telling your story
Best for: individuals and organizations
Duration: 1 hour
Price: free
UServeUtah's Virtual Volunteer Management Workshops provide focused training on key topics in volunteer engagement. Designed for volunteer managers and coordinators, these sessions offer practical strategies, professional development opportunities, and in-depth exploration of best practices to strengthen volunteer programs.
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Spontaneous Volunteer Management Training
Best for: emergency management professionals
Duration: 1 session, 7 hours
Price: free
This training allows local municipalities the opportunity to self identify with the state those individuals that are prepared to manage spontaneous volunteers if a larger event were to occur where their skill sets could be called upon.
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Which training should I attend?
UServeUtah offers distinct volunteer management trainings designed for different goals including individual skill development or organizational capacity building.
Volunteer Management Training
Build your individual skills in volunteer management. Choose this training if you are seeking professional development as an individual to strengthen your ability to manage volunteers or a volunteer program in your role. Participants who complete this training and associated requirements can earn a UServeUtah Certificate in Volunteer Management, demonstrating foundational competency in volunteer program coordination.
Volunteer Programming for Maximum Impact Training
Strengthen or build your organization's volunteer program. Choose this training if your focus is on improving or developing a volunteer program at the organizational level. Organizations that complete the training and submit required evidence items can earn a Volunteer Management Designation (Bronze, Silver, or Gold) recognizing their commitment to high-quality volunteer engagement practices.
Spontaneous Volunteer Management Training
Prepare to coordinate volunteers during emergencies and large-scale events. This training is for local municipalities, emergency management partners, and associated personnel that want to be prepared to effectively manage spontaneous volunteers during disasters.
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