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SRSH Training

Training is a massive part of what we do! We are all about giving students the skills and confidence that they need to support peers facing mental health problems. 

The SRSH training programme runs over two day (almost always a weekend). Our training takes place in the Student Hubs Building in Oxford. We invite up to 20 new volunteers to join us for each training weekend. This makes training weekends fun and vibrant. It is a great opportunity to meet other volunteer from around the country and really get to know the people running the SRSH project. 

Travelling to Oxford

Because we bring volunteers together from right across the country, we run training at our offices in Oxford. We cover volunteer travel expenses to attend training and arrange accommodation in the local YHA. 

What does training cover? 

The SRSH training introduces student volunteers to facilitating peer support groups. We cover the following topics: 

  • How to keep group sessions safe
  • How to respond to a crisis 
  • The value of confidentiality 
  • The costs and benefits of self disclosure 
  • The importance of boundaries 
  • Listening Skills 
  • Campaign planning 
  • Understanding Student Mental Health 

Is training compulsory?

All of our group facilitator must complete the SRSH training programme before running a support group. It is vital that volunteers have the skills and confidence they need to run support groups. 
Report on the SRSH Training Weekend December 2012
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