Courses in the Northern region

This course is for those who are negotiating with management or those in the branch who want to learn more about the negotiating process. You will learn about the phases of negotiation, how to represent members effectively, how to develop arguments, define a bargaining strategy and respond to unfair tactics. This course will also touch on some of the practices taught in both strike school and organising for power.

This course is aimed at new Equality reps and those who have been doing the role sometime but have not yet attended the Equality reps introduction. This course is the first part of a two day programme for all equality reps and there is an expectation that you will attend both sequentially. This course will help you explore equality through an allyship lens, understand your rights as a UCU Equality Rep, and gain practical tools to engage members and influence change. You will look at legal frameworks, intersectionality, branch organising, and the social model of disability. This course will underpin concepts explored further in day 2 (Bargaining for Equality). If day 2 is not currently advertised in your area you may attend in alternative regions/devolved nations.

This one day course is for branch reps and activists who are involved and interested in learning more about the importance of trade union involvement and representation in job evaluation schemes. The focus of the course will be around the use of collective action wherever possible.

This one day course is for branch reps and activists who are involved and interested in learning more about the importance of trade union involvement and representation in job evaluation schemes. The focus of the course will be around the use of collective action wherever possible.

This classroom based course is aimed at new reps/caseworkers and activists who will be undertaking this role in the near future. Existing reps who have not attended training before are also encouraged to attend. You should complete this course prior to applying for the Rep 2 course. Throughout the course, we will explore key themes including how to organise around equality issues, deepen your understanding of UCU's democratic structures, and clarify your rights and responsibilities as a rep. You will develop core skills in member communication, recruitment, and organising, emphasis will be placed on building collective responses.

This classroom course is for reps who have completed UCU's Rep 1 course, H&S 1 or UCU's introduction to case work and are now actively engaged in representing individual members. The course assumes you are actively engaged with your branch and understand UCU's democratic structures both in the branch and nationally. This comprehensive introduction is designed specifically for trade union representatives seeking to develop their ability to support and represent members effectively.

This is a course for reps who are new to representing individual members or those who are considering becoming more involved in the direct representation of members. More experienced reps are welcome to join as a refresher.

Join us to explore how UCU's democratic structure empowers you to make a difference. Discover why unions matter more than ever, learn about effective campaigns, and find practical ways to get your voice heard and drive real change, through your activism.