The GRANTfinder database contains all the information necessary to find and apply for financial assistance; however, knowing how to use the system to best effect can impact greatly on the number of funding sources identified.

Our courses are interactive, informative and fun. You will go away with a great deal of confidence and the ability to effectively extract the information you need from GRANTfinder.

Options

Sector Specific Courses

The day is very intensive, and alternates between in-depth presentations and group activities on case studies. Each trainee is provided with their own laptop. These intimate courses provide an opportunity for attendees to meet other people who work in the funding environment and to share best practice. click here for a typical programme outline

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Bespoke Training Courses

We now offer three different options:

2 GRANTfinder Foundation courses for up to 5 people in each course (total of 10 people). The Foundation course teaches users the basics they need to search GRANTfinder accurately.

This option is most suitable when you have between 5 and 10 people who need an introduction to using GRANTfinder.

Course duration: up to 2 hours for each module.

1 GRANTfinder course comprising a GRANTfinder Foundation module and a GRANTfinder Advanced module for up to 5 people. The Foundation module teaches users the basics of how to use GRANTfinder whilst the Advanced module offers guidance on more advanced search techniques; the importance of linking an application to policy; and advice on submitting funding applications.

This option is most suitable when you have 5 people who require more intensive training on how to use GRANTfinder.

Course duration: up to 2 hours for each module.

1 GRANTfinder Foundation course for up to 5 people and 1 one-to-one Practitioner course for the main GRANTfinder administrator. The Practitioner guidance can take a more flexible format and involves the trainer offering support on rolling GRANTfinder out and promoting it across the wider organisation; compiling stats on usage; managing sub-user accounts; and personalising newsletters.

This option is most suitable when: you have 5 people who require an introduction to GRANTfinder but who do not have the time to dedicate to a full day’s training; and a lead contact who wishes to become more confident in their role as GRANTfinder administrator.

Technical requirements

A PC connected to the Internet and linked to a projector and enough PCs connected to the Internet for each attendee to have hands-on use.

Course Leaders

The courses are presented by experienced senior GRANTfinder Researchers who draw on an in-depth knowledge gained by continual monitoring of the funding environment.

Testimonials

"Much more enjoyable than most system-based courses – thank you very much"
Bill Orson, Newbury College.

"Provided me with the information to carry out more refined searches that will save me time and energy"
Pat Royle-Evatt, Wakefield MDC.

"After using GRANTfinder without any training for 1½ years, I realise I have not used it to its full potential. It will now make my job easier so that I can work more efficiently and effectively"
Suzanne Owen, Safer South Gloucestershire.

"Very good and well-paced so took information in and now feel confident will be able to navigate the site with success"
Caron Boulghassoul, Groundwork Greater Nottingham.

Interested in finding out more?

Contact our Training Department on Tel: (01909) 501200 or Click here to access our on-line contact form.