Volunteer Leaders Program (VLP)
Program Overview
The Volunteer Leaders Program is a five day intensive program held at the Australasian Institute of Police Management. The program, developed by the Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council (AFAC), aims to develop the leadership potential within the volunteer emergency services so that leaders and organisations are better prepared for future challenges and changes.
This program is designed for current and emerging leaders of Volunteer Emergency Services and Associations and focuses on developing leadership capabilities, extending industry knowledge and forming strategic alliances. This is achieved through:
- Examining leadership issues
- Exploring corporate governance roles and responsibilities
- Recognising different leadership styles & behaviours
- Strengthening personal effectiveness & workplace relationships
- Achieving work/life balance
Program Design
The program design is based on a collaborative learning model. The program includes:
- Guest speakers
- Lectures
- Self analysis
- Discussion activities
- Networking
- Projects
- Reflection
Course Dates
Being an industry based learning institution, admission to AIPM programs is dependent on selection of a candidate by the student’s home agency – nominations from individuals are not accepted. This ensures all participants have the co-requisite industry experience and confirms organisational endorsement that students of AIPM programs are considered to be outstanding representatives of the organisation and have the ability to apply their learning in their own environment.
See course dates here.
Further Enquiries
Please contact the Faculty Administration Manager for further information.