Getting Started
The scout leader training programme
The training programme consists of a number of modules covering different skills need as a leader.
The scheme consists of two parts:
Learning: To gain or improve the knowledge and skills you need to develop for your role.
Validation: To check you have the skills you need.
Getting Started
There are 4 mandatory modules that need to be completed within the first 5 months of a leaders start date.
These can be taken in parallel to the other appointment processes of DBS checks, References and meeting the appointments committee.
These modules are:
#1 – Essential Information – This has a mandatory e-learning course – available at:
https://members.scouts.org.uk/supportresources/2961 This will give more info about the course & you can start this by selecting:
To begin the e-learning click here – halfway down the page:
This asks for your name at the start & please print the certificate at the end.
Once completed you will need a discussion with a Training Advisor to validate the module. – This can be done at the Appointments meeting if you bring your certificate.
GDPR – Genear Data Protection Regulations –
E-learning course on the impact of GDPR on Scouting and the responsibility to keep data safe.
#3 – Tools for the Job – This has an e-learning course that is very useful to those new to Scouting. https://members.scouts.org.uk/supportresources/2963/03-tools-for-the-role-section-leaders/?cat=23,223,235&moduleID=10
To start the course: To begin the e-learning click here towards the bottom of the page. Again it will ask for your name & please print certificate at the end.
The validation of this module is to be observed running and activity, ceremony and game by a Leader at a section meeting.
At the appointments meeting, you will meet the Training Manager who will discuss the other aspects of training.
#2 - Personal Learning Plan (For Leaders and Assistant Leaders)
This is to review the remaining 16 Modules and identify the next 4 to be completed with planned dates for any learning required and expected date of Validation. This will be discussed with a Training Advisor
County Induction day:
Hampshire also run an induction day that covers Modules 1 & 3. The bnext one is Saturday Jan 5th 2020.
Being held at Littleton, near Winchester. Details and booking is available at:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/new-adult-workshop-5th-january-2020-registration-82236059267