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USU delegates are the face of the USU and are our most valuable asset. Delegates play an important role in representing members in key forums such as local consultative and OH&S committees, as well as handling grievances and disputes. Delegates are also active in recruitment and in campaigning on important matters such as our industrial rights at work and in making local agreements. The USU’s extensive network of local delegates, organisers and industrial staff is a powerful force in protecting and enhancing good working conditions and supporting strong and secure workplaces.

We want to make sure Delegates are fully trained so that they can confidently fulfil this vital role.

The USU Delegate Training program, conducted in partnership with NSW TAFE, over the last 7 years delivers accredited training to provide workplace delegates with the skills necessary for their representational role. Over 600 delegates have attended and completed level 1, and over 200 have attended and completed level 2 training courses.

The course subjects include:

Course Level 1:
“Introduction to Trade Unions – United Services Union” NSW TAFE module 9899
Modules Level 1:

    Work within a Trade Union context
    Work within an Industrial framework

Course Level 2:
(4 modules from) Certificate IV in Unionism (BSB41804)

    Promote equality of opportunity and fair treatment for all members
    Develop and implement an Organising Plan (Recruit Members)
    Promote the values, principles and policies of the Union
    Undertake Bargaining

Course Level 3:
(6modules from) Certificate IV in Unionism (BSB41804)

    Communicate with workers
    Develop teams and individuals
    Analyse and present research information
    Assist with compliance with OH&S
    Manage Projects
    Prepare cases for the Union

The USU is offering our Level 3 course to selected applicants who have successfully met the competency assessment requirements of Levels 1 & 2 courses. At the conclusion of Level 3 participants will be awarded a NSW TAFE accredited trade level Certificate IV in Unionism.

Paid leave to attend union training is available under some industry Awards and Agreements. The potential of training and education can provide a wonderful opportunity to further the career of your choice.

Such an opportunity should not be missed. To find out contact me on (02) 9265 8211 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Paul Reid
Training Officer

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YOUR RIGHTS

All USU Delegates have access to union training and skill recognition as follows:

1. Paid access to reasonable periods of leave for attendance at accredited union training courses, including penalty payments and travel expenses.

2. Special consideration for the needs of country delegates in being able to access union training.

3. An assurance that management will not undermine training leave by changing rosters, failing to backfill the delegate’s position during their absence on leave or victimising the delegate in any way for their attendance.

4. Recognition by management of any identified skills acquired by a delegate in that role for the purposes of progression through any skills-based progression system operating in that workplace wherever those identified skills are also required by the substantive position occupied by that delegate.

Training Resources

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