Part 1: Planning your Application

Part 1: Planning your Application

This mandatory course will guide you through the application process and outline the requirements for groups wishing to embark on the Community Sponsorship journey.

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About this training

This training will prepare you with the knowledge you need to start planning your application for Community Sponsorship. It is helpful to do this training as a group so you all have a good idea of what the resettlement process looks like and what the application process entails.

Overview 

This training will equip you with everything you need to know for writing your Community Sponsorship application. It will deepen your understanding of the refugee resettlement process, walk you through the key elements to include in the application form, clarify the role of a lead sponsor, and provide an overview of the core group’s responsibilities.

Additionally, it will highlight common mistakes made in applications and outline the next steps to take as you prepare to begin writing your application.

How will this course work

​The course is delivered as an e-learning via Learnworlds.

Who is this course for?

Community Sponsorship group members

Aims of this course:

  • To understand the UK Resettlement Schemes available to Community Sponsorship groups
  • To gain a clear understanding of the Community Sponsorship application process
  • To know what is required of Community Sponsorship groups and your local stakeholders
  • To be able to start planning your support for a refugee family

Why is Reset a leader in this field

This training has been developed by Reset on behalf of the Home Office to ensure that Community Sponsorship groups are equipped to write a Community Sponsorship application.

Who will deliver this course

The e-learning is delivered by our Training Team.

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How to access this course

This part of the process is mandatory. 

In order to complete this course – you’ll need to join our Learnworlds academy and once you’ve registered you’ll be able to access a wealth of resources and other courses. 

Click the button below to go to our Learnworlds platform and start accessing all the advice, support and top tips that’ll assist you with filling in the Home Office application and getting ready for your Community Sponsorship journey.

Have any questions?

Please do not hesitate to contact Reset’s Programmes team if you have any questions about this course.

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