Getting Started with your Training.

As a new leader in Scouting you will start your training by undertaking the modules which we refer to as the 'Getting Started' modules. These modules are module 1, 2 & 3 or 4 for Line Managers.

These modules need to be completed within your first 5 months in Scouting so that your full warrant can be issued.

To help you plan and validate these modules you will be allocated a Training Advisor who will guide you through your learning process.

Your Group Scout Leader is responsible for helping you achieve your training so please ask them for their help when you need it.

Once you have completed your 'Getting Started' modules you are in control with the help of your GSL to book onto courses, attend training and request validation for modules you are ready to sign off to achieve your Wood Badge.

Your training advisor will arrange validation of modules when you have made the request.

Getting Started Modules

Module 01 - Essential information

Essential Information is a mandatory module for nearly all adults in Scouting. It is compulsory for all appointed adults who have unsupervised access to young people. It will look at the fundamental values of Scouting, Child protection, Risk Assessment and the support and structure available to you.

It you with the necessary skills and information to ensure that you dont put yourself and others at risk due to lack of knowledge. As well as making you aware of the Purpose, Principles and Method of Scouting it covers the structures that are in place to support you in your role.

Topics Covered:

This module is ran by the District Team lead by the District Commissioner - at your appontment interview you will be informed of the date of the next course.

Click on the links below for a overview of the areas covered during the course

Let's get started
Fundamentals of Scouting
Structure and support
Keeping our adventures safe
Young People First

As part of your module 01 training you will also be registered with the NSPCC distance learning programe to complete a online course on keeping yourself & young people safe. Details will be sent to you via email.

Having done the training you will need to validate what you have learnt - this is not difficult, your Training Advisor will guide you through this part of the training process. The NSPCC package will form part of your validation.

Associated Reading for Module 01

Adults Personal File guide to Module 1 (PDF)
Safeguarding and Child Protection (various resources)
Safety (various resources)
Appointments (various resources)
Policy Organisation and Rules

Further support in completing Essental Information can be found in the Learners Support. (PDF)

Information about sections:

Beaver Scouts
Cub Scouts
Scouts
Explorer Scouts
Scout Network

 

Module 02 - Personal Learning Plan

Module 02 is where you sit down with your training advisor and work out which modules you will need to learn and which modules you already have the knowledge of due to experience from work, other voluntary positions etc.

Your training plan is decided between you and your training advisor, agreeing which modules you need to do training in. Information on all the Modules cam be found in the Adult's Personal file

Module 03 - Tools for the job

Module 3 is about what you do in your section all the time - opening ceremony, investitures, games, going up ceremony's, awarding badges and closing ceremonies

You can the module by e-learning or on a small course.   

Click on the links below to complete this learning:           

Introduction
Sections and ceremonies
Roles and responsibilities
Games and activities

This module is easily validated by your training advisor coming to see you run a game, do a ceremony or running an activity.              

Module 04 - Tools for the job (managers)

Module 4 is aimed for Line Managers and provide the basic information on your role as a manager in Scouting and some practical help to get the you started in the role.

You can this module by e-learning or on a small course              .

Click on the links below to complete this learning:

Introduction
Scouting Sections
Roles and responsibilities
Policy and guidance mechanisms

By visiting Durham Scout County Adult Training pages you will find information on and date's of course's which make up the Scout Adult Training Scheme which you are able to attend to help you complete your Wood Badge training.