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Volunteers are the heart of the Scouts and we want you to get every bit as much out of it as you put in.  Scouting is not only about young people, but also about the development of our volunteers.  To support Scout volunteers, you are required to complete a training programme made up of mandatory, role specific and ongoing learning.

The training programme builds on your existing skills and knowledge from within and outside Scouting.  If you can show that you already have the skills and complete the relevant validation, then you do not need to attend a particular course for that module.

Remember to LOVE your training - Learning Optional, Validation Essential! 

What Training Do I Need?

The training that you need to complete depends on the volunteer role that you are taking on. Training is broken down into groups of modules:

Training Resources

To help you understand the module requirements, there are several resources to help you to assess the skills and knowledge you already have and decide additional learning you need to complete:

The time taken and validation requirements for each module will vary, but on the whole;

What if I've Completed the Young Leaders' Scheme?

It's important to bear in mind that completion of the Young Leaders’ Scheme cannot be used as automatic validation for any module, but it should give an indication of the prior learning that may have been gained and should be taken into consideration when agreeing the Personal Learning Plan.  You must still show how your knowledge is applicable to your new role and validate modules in the same way as all other learners.

A useful table showing the links between the two schemes can be found on the Scouts website.

Who is my Training Advisor?

All volunteers should have their own Training Advisor.  This could be your Line Manager, a dedicated Training Advisor within your Group, or a member of the District or County Team.

NEW FOR 2023 - Validation Days
As we know that not everyone will have access to a dedicated Training Advisor, the Training Team are holding Validaition Days where anyone can come along with their completed evidence to have modules validated.  Just turn up during the day, no need to book!

 


Ongoing & Additional Learning

Adult volunteers are required to complete 5 hours per year of supplementary training once their modular system has been completed.  This can either be training on one of the Supplementary Modules, or any other training which is used within your role.  Even training completed at work that is relevant can be counted.  All ongoing and additional training should be recorded within Compass within the ongoing training section by a Line Manager or Training Advisor.

Mandatory Ongoing Triaining

To ensure that everyone is kept up to date, it is mandatory to update some modules every three years

 


Booking Your Training?

All the modules are shown below along with links to the relevant pages on the Scouts website which will provide more information, links to any online learning, and any workbooks that are available.  Our County Training Calendar is also below.

To book a place on a course please complete the GLSE Training Application Form. Should you have any questions regarding booking, please email the County Training Team Administrator, trainingadmin@glsescouts.org.uk.

What if I Can't Make the Dates Available?

In addition to courses run by GLSE, members are able to book on to any course being run by the other London Counties free of charge or at the same charge that is made to their own members for food etc. The following links will take you to each County:

How Much Does the Training Cost?

For all courses run by Greater London South East, there is no charge for volunteers from within the London Region.  Please note that as courses incur costs such as accomodation, catering and resources, should you book a place on a course and fail to attend on the day and not notify the person running the course, your Group/Unit will be invoiced directly from GLSE.

 


Need Help or Advice about Training (or anything else)?

The County Training Team are always happy to provide advice about training, validation, permits, or anything else you may have questions about.  Just email the Training Team on training@glsescouts.org.uk and one of us will get back to you.

 


The Modules

Getting Started - ALL ROLES

Module 1
Essential Information
The essential information needed to get you started Complete and validate online, then send your certificate to your Training Advisor
From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning

Safety

Understand the safety practices and responsibilities as a member of Scouts, to keep everyone safe
This module is also part of your mandatory ongoing training and must be renewed every 3 years
Complete and validate online, then send your certificate to your Training Advisor
From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning
Safeguarding Understand the safeguarding practices and responsibilities as a member of Scouts, to keep everyone safe
This module is also part of your mandatory ongoing training and must be renewed every 3 years
Complete and validate online, then send your certificate to your Training Advisor
From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning
GDPR What the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) means for you, your Scout Group, District and County and how to effectively align with it Complete and validate online, then send your certificate to your Training Advisor
From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning​
Trustee Induction Provide Trustees with information on legal responsibilities and current regulations - you only need to complete this module if you are an Executive Committee Member Complete and validate online, then send your certificate to your Training Advisor
From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning​​​
Module 3
Tools for the Role
(Section Leaders)
The basic information, areas of responsibility and some practical help to get you started Complete and validate online, then send your certificate to your Training Advisor
From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning
Module 4
Tools for the Role
(Managers & Supporters)
The basic information, areas of responsibility and some practical help to get you started Complete and validate online, then send your certificate to your Training Advisor
From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning​

 

Training for All Appointments - ALL LEADER, MANAGER & SUPPORTER ROLES

Module 12A
Delivering a Quality Programme
How to deliver quality Scouting to young people, and how to ensure it meets their needs From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning
Module 5
The Fundamentals of Scouting
The Fundamentals of Scouting and the Religious Policy, and their relationship with delivering a quality Programme for young people From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning
Module 7
Scouting for All
Introduction to equal opportunities and practical advice about how to make Scouting inclusive for all

From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning

Module 11
Administration
How to manage administrative tasks in Scouting, including responsibilities relating to the Data Protection Act/GDPR, record keeping, finances and insurance requirements Complete the Workbook or attend our new Administration session
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE

24 February 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green
30 June 2024 @ 1st Northcray

Module 10
First Aid
The skills and knowledge necessary to enable adults to manage an incident and provide basic first aid
This module is also part of your mandatory ongoing training and must be renewed every 3 years
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE See list of First Aid dates below

 

First Aid Course Dates

18 November 2023 @ 1st Erith

 

 

13 January 2024 @ Cray Valley Guide Hall
21 January 2024 @ 1st Northcray

11 February 2024 @ Old Bexley Scout HQ
17 February 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green

3 March 2024 @ 1st Northcray
9 March 2024 @Cray Valley Guide Hall (YL Course)
17 March 2024 @ 1st Northcray (YL Course)

17 April 2024 Evening 1 of 3 @ Cray Valley Guide Hall
24 April 2024 Evening 2 of 3 @ Cray Vallet Guide Hall

1 May 2024 Evening 3 of 3 @ Cray Valley Guide Hall
5 May 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green
25 May 2024 @ 1st Erith

15 June 2024 @ Cray Valley Guide Hall
23 June 2024 @ 1st Erith

6 July 2024 @ Cray Valley Guide Hall
7 July 2024 @ Old Bexley Scout HQ

7 September 2024 @ Old Bexley Scout HQ
22 September 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green

20 October 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green

16 November 2024 @ 1st Erith
17 November 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green (YL Course)

7 December 2024 @ 1st Northcray (YL Course)

 

 

Section Leaders

Module 12B
Programme Planning
How to plan and review a sectional programme including the use of a variety of methods to generate programme ideas

From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning​​​
We will also cover some of the content as part of our new Practical Programming day
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE

23 March 2024 @ Cudham Shaws Outdoor Centre
21 September 2024 @ Wilberforce Scout Centre
Module 17
Running Safe Activities
Plan and run exciting, safe and developmental activities for the young people in your section

From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning
We will also cover some of the content as part of our new Practical Programming day
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE

23 March 2024 @ Cudham Shaws Outdoor Centre
21 September 2024 @ Wilberforce Scout Centre
Module 18
Practical Skills
How to train, coach or help young people and adults develop practical skills, and gain at least two new practical skills of your own

This module in now part of our new Practical Programming day
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE

23 March 2024 @ Cudham Shaws Outdoor Centre
21 September 2024 @ Wilberforce Scout Centre
Module 16
Introduction to Residential Experiences
Understand the role that residential experiences play in Scouting This module in now part of our new Residential Skills day
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE
24 March 2024 @ Cudham Shaws Outdoor Centre
22 September 2024 @ Wilberforce Scout Centre
Module 19
International
An appreciation of the international nature of Scouting

This module in now part of our new International session
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE

25 Febrauary 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green
29 June 2024 @ 1st Northcray
Module 14
Supporting Young People
Understand and meet the needs of young people From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning
Module 15
Promoting Positive Behaviour
Proactively promote positive behaviour and appropriately manage challenging behaviour in their section

From January 2024, this module will be replaced by the new Growing Roots online learning

Module 13
Growing the Section
How you can assist and plan for the growth of your section and/or group Complete the Workbook or attend our new Growing the Movement session
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE
24 February 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green
30 June 2024 @ 1st Northcray
Module 9
Working with Adults
The underpinning functions required to work effectively as a member of an adult team This module is now part of our new People Skills session
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE
25 Febrauary 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green
29 June 2024 @ 1st Northcray
Module 8
Skills of Leadership
The knowledge, skills and attitudes required to be an effective leader This module is now part of our new People Skills session
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE
25 Febrauary 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green
29 June 2024 @ 1st Northcray

 

Supplementary Modules 

Module 38
Skills for Residential Experience
How to organise or support residential experiences for young people

For 2024, this module will be part of our new Running Residentials weekend
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE

Note: You will also need to attend our Residential Skills day before attending this course
This is a residential weekend with participants camping in tents

20-21 April 2024 @ Cudham Shaws Outdoor Centre
19-20 October 2024 @ Wilberforce Scout Centre

Module 36
Adjustments to Scouting
A better understanding of how to facilitate and make reasonable adjustments in Scouts, in a way that’s constructive and effective Attend a Course, then discuss validation with your Training Advisor 18 November 2023 @ 1st Northcray - CANCELLED
Please contact us if you are interested in attending this course in the future
Module 39
Mentoring & Coaching
The skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to effectively mentor and coach both adults and young people in Scouting Roles Attend a Course, then discuss validation with your Training Advisor 3 December 2023 @ Cray Valley Guide Hall - CANCELLED
Please contact us if you are interested in attending this course in the future
There are a number of other Supplementary Modules available, and the Training Team can put these on at request if there is enough interest

 

Managers & Supporters

Independent Learning Modules A number of independent learning modules on various topics:
  • Managing Time & Personal Skills
  • Building Effective Teams
  • Project Management
  • Getting the Word Out
  • Planning for Growth
  • Leading Local Scouting
  • Finding, Appointing & Welcoming Volunteers
  •  Keeping, Developing & Managing Volunteers
  • Dealing with Difficult Situations
  • Supporting the Adult Training Scheme
  • Enabling Change
  • Financial & Physical Resources
  • Decision Making
  • Safety for Managers & Supporters
Complete the relevant online learning and workbooks, then discuss with your Training Advisor
Skills Courses

Three skills courses that complete the training::

  • Skills of Management
  • Achieving Growth
  • Meeting the Challenges

It is recommended that you complete the Independent Learning Modules course first as many of the skills and concepts are built upon in later courses.

Attend a Course, then discuss validation with your Training Advisor

2024 course dates TBC, please register your interest to be kept informed

 

Validation Days

Come along with their completed evidence to have modules validated, just turn up during the day, no need to book! 25 Febrauary 2024 @ 1st Green Street Green
29 June 2024 @ 1st Northcray

This page was last updated on 24 March 2024 by Caroline Crowe