Service isn’t just something you do—it’s a powerful way to grow as a leader, build meaningful networks, and make a lasting impact on your community and career.
This course introduces participants to the essential value of volunteering, not only as a civic responsibility but also as a strategic tool for personal and professional development. Whether you’re looking to build leadership skills, gain work experience, or create a portfolio of community engagement, this course will equip you with the mindset, tools, and resources to serve with purpose.
Course Objectives:
Participants will:
- Learn about the value of community service in personal and professional growth
- Understand how volunteering builds leadership, empathy, and purpose
- Explore how to find and evaluate volunteer opportunities in various fields
- Discover how to use service as a pathway for networking and career building
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain how volunteer experience relates to career development
- Identify local volunteer opportunities and organizations aligned with their interests
- Describe the basic elements of planning or participating in community service projects
- List ways volunteering can help build leadership, collaboration, and communication skills