Volunteer Learning and Resources

Welcome to Bernard Betel Centre’s Volunteer Learning and Resources page. This page provides both recommended trainings for current Bernard Betel Centre volunteers and resources for general volunteer interest and personal development. The page will continue to expand as volunteer needs change. While the page will be checked, please send any updates on broken links to the Manager, Volunteer Services at robinr@betetcentre.org.

Recommended Training and Resources for All Bernard Betel Centre Volunteers:
Bernard Betel Centre Volunteer Handbook (English): https://bit.ly/3Z9jLJA
Bernard Betel Centre Volunteer Handbook (Russian) – Руководство для волонтёров Центра Бетель: https://bit.ly/3NQMHng
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA): https://www.aoda.ca/free-online-training/

Volunteer Education and General Interest:
Next Stage Volunteering: https://nextstagevolunteering.com/
Volunteer Canada Blog – Volunteer Vibe: https://blog.volunteer.ca/

Personal Development:

Volunteering in Retirement:
Developing a retirement routine: https://charityvillage.com/developing-a-retirement-routine/
Who am I if I am no longer working? https://charityvillage.com/who-am-i-if-im-no-longer-working/

Volunteering for Career and Job Search:
5 ways volunteering can enhance your job search: https://charityvillage.com/five-ways-volunteering-can-enhance-your-job-search/

Volunteering for Students:
Benefits of Volunteering for College and University Students: https://volunteersuccess.com/learning-centre/university-college-student-volunteering
Benefits of Volunteering for Teens and High School Students: https://volunteersuccess.com/learning-centre/highschool-volunteering-benefits

General Interest:
How to manage difficult people: https://www.coursera.org/articles/how-to-manage-difficult-people
How to maximize your confidence: https://www.udemy.com/course/personal-confidence-mastery/
The science of generosity: Do Good…Feel Good: https://www.coursera.org/learn/do-good-feel-good

Disclaimer: The external articles and resources linked here are for informational purposes only. Bernard Betel Centre does not control or endorse this content and cannot be held responsible for any errors, risks, or outcomes resulting from its use. Volunteers (and prospective volunteers) should independently evaluate the information before relying on it.