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Volunteer Training 30-Hour Certificate Course

AHS Client Support Volunteers are integral in the support of those who are grieving and those who are dying.

Training Course

30-hour certificate course
Cost - $100
Includes workbook, reference materials, and AHS membership

AHS Client Support Training is offered three times a year at the AHS office. This course is a pre-requisite for anyone who wishes to support Bereavement or Palliative clients through AHS support services.

Upcoming Courses

Spring 2019:
April 3 – June 5, 2019. Wednesday classes from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Fall 2019:

September 11 – November 13, 2019. Wednesday classes from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

It is hoped that all registrants will attend all ten classes, however, attendance at nine of the ten is required to successfully complete the course in order to engage as a Client Support Volunteer with Abbotsford Hospice Society.

Application Process

1. Phone Abbotsford Hospice Society at 604-852-2456 and indicate which of the above training sessions you are interested in

2. Schedule an appointment with our Volunteer Coordinator for an intake interview (Please allow 30-45 minutes for this appointment).

3. If you are accepted into our volunteer training program, you will be contacted within 1 week of your interview by the palliative services manager to begin the application process.

Please note that although we do our best to accommodate all applicants, due to limited enrollment and the number of applications we receive, submitting an application does not necessarily guarantee admission to Abbotsford Hospice Society volunteer training.

Volunteering at Abbotsford Hospice can be a demanding and challenging opportunity, yet a very rewarding and fulfilling one. We look forward to hearing from you.