Training - Overview

Growing Roots

There are three on-line self-assessed learning modules

Who We are and What we do, GDPR and Creating Inclusion whch must be completed within 6 months of starting a role. 

https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/learning/growing-roots/

Safety & Safeguarding must be completed within 30 days of joining. They are mandatory (along with First Response) and must be repeated at least every three years. 

First Aid (also known as First Response) is mandatory to be renewed every 3 years.  There are various options for completing this course: face to face or hybrid. For more information including how you can use an external First Aid for your Scouting activities contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

A  Nights Away Permit is required before leaders can support young people on a residential experience.

Contact one of the local Nights Away assessors for more advice. 

The Wood Badge is optional and can achieved following the remaining relevant modules. These include People modules around leadership skills and working with adults, and Growing the section,  The Programme includes learning to assist with practical skills, Residential eperiences (Noghts Away) and International.  

My Membership is the new membership system where you wil find your personal record and links to the My Learning website.   http://membership.scouts.org.uk/

Good Luck!  If you need any support with your learning  contact Kevin Simpson, Volunteer Development Team Lead