Lonsdale District Scouts Adult Training
Adult volunteers are at the heart of Scouting, and we hope that you will 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 adults within the Movement.
To support adults in Scouting, the Association provides a comprehensive programme of training to build on existing skills and knowledge and develop new competencies. Some elements of training can count towards externally-recognised qualifications, and within the movement there are also awards to recognise dedication to training and outstanding service.
Section Assistants must complete Safety, Safeguarding, GDPR and Essential Information within 5 months of attending the Appointments Panel.
Leaders and Assistant Leaders must complete Safety, Safeguarding, GDPR, Essential Information and Tools for the Role (Section Leaders) within 5 months of attending the Appointments Panel. Once completed you need to complete all other required training within 3 years.
Group Scout Leaders must complete Safety, Safeguarding, GDPR, Trustee Introduction, Essential Information and Tools for the Role (Managers and Supporters) within 5 months of attending the Appointments Panel. Once completed you need to complete all other required training within 3 years.
Trustees must complete Safety, Safeguarding, GDPR, Essential Information and Trustee Introduction within 5 months of attending the Appointments Panel.
Getting Started Links
Essential Information: https://learning.scouts.org.uk/essential/index.html#/
Safety: https://learning.scouts.org.uk/safety/index.html#/
Safeguarding: https://learning.scouts.org.uk/safeguarding/index.html#/
GDPR: https://learning.scouts.org.uk/gdpr-training/index.html#/
Tools For The Role (Section Leaders): https://learning.scouts.org.uk/the-role-section-leaders/index.html#/id/co-05
Tools For The Role (Managers and Supporters): https://learning.scouts.org.uk/the-role-managers-and-supporters/index.html#/id/co-05
Trustee Introduction: https://learning.scouts.org.uk/trustee/index.html#/
A description of the Scout Association’s training modules can be found in the Module Matrix. There are a number of ways in which training can be completed including; on-line & e-learning and also through facilitated training courses.
Following the award of a Wood Badge, the Leader must complete a minimum of five hours Ongoing learning per year, averaged over the length of the appointment.
All adults with full appointments must have an up to date First Aid Certificate (a minimum of First Response) at the time of appointment renewal. Adults are encouraged to maintain a First Aid Certificate at all times.
Training Bookings
Training provided by West Lancs Scouts is included in the link below.
If you would like to register for a space on any of these training course please follow the link below:
Training Contacts
Lonsdale District Local Training Manager – Darren Phillips – darren.phillips@lonsdalescouts.org.uk
Lonsdale District Training Administrator – Pat Griffin – patrgriffin@gmail.com
West Lancs Scouts County Training Manager – Anne-Marie Fisher – anne-marie.fisher@westlancsscouts.org.uk