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Volunteer Training

 

All Volunteers for GSMH:

You're Invited to Learn 2 Lead 2013! 

Learn 2 Lead is a one-day training extravaganza! We want you to use your time wisely, so at Learn 2 Lead, you can choose from many different training sessions designed to help you become a better volunteer! Think of Learn 2 Lead as a one-stop training shop where you can gather tips and tricks from experienced Girl Scout volunteers and get pumped for the upcoming Girl Scout year.

Each region will be host its own Learn 2 Lead event. The Central region's event will be August 24 in Jefferson City, the Southeast region's event will be October 12 in Sikeston, and the Southwest region's event will be August 24 in Springfield. The registration deadline for the Central and Southwest regions is August 1 and the deadline for the Southeast region is September 25. Download registration forms and schedules below.

Don't miss this amazing opportunity to get a lot of great training in one day!

Registration form:

Schedule & descriptions:

 

 

 

 

Trainings Offered on Request

We try to schedule a variety of training dates and locations, but we know that volunteers may need other options. If training is needed in your area, please contact us at 877-312-4764 with the following information:  

 

You will be contacted with confirmation of the "on request" training, which will be advertised in council communications when possible. Training registration forms must still be submitted by the established deadline.

The following trainings are available upon request:

 

Be sure to check out our resources page for training information located in the volunteer 411:

 

new training opportunities

 

Small Craft Safety and Basic Water Rescue Training

Learn the skills necessary to prevent, recognize and respond to small craft emergencies. This course will prepare you for small craft emergencies and teach you how to protect yourself while assisting others.Completion of this course will certify you to instruct girls on basic canoeing skills forflat water such as lakes or ponds at most of our program centers. Moving water skills forrivers will not be covered.

Course Objectives:

 

Training Information:

When: Saturday, May 18, 2013 or Saturday, August 10, 2013
Where: Finbrooke Program Center, Rogersville, MO
Time: 8:30 am-completion (approx. 8 hours to complete course)
Cost: $50 per participant

Participants will have to pass a swim test and pass a written test with a score of 80% at the end of the course. For questions or additional information please contact Leadership and Learning Specialist-Volunteerism, Julie Wall at jwall@girlscoutsmoheartland.org or 877-312-4764 x1328.


Basic Troop Camping – 1 Day Accelerated Training

Pre-Requisite: Basic Outdoor Skills and sufficient practice time, extensive outdoor camping skills & approval from a Leadership and Learning Specialist-Volunteerism.
Minimum Participants: varies by facilitator
Cost:      $12
Date/Location/Time
Saturday, April 20th       Friendship Fields Program Center   8:30am-5:30pm
Saturday, May 11th **   Silver Meadows Program Center    8:30am-5:30pm
Saturday, June 1st         Sacajawea East Program Center    8:30am-5:30pm

**This date was originally advertised in the 411 as a regular BTC and has been changed to an accelerated training.

                

Basic Troop Camping

Pre-Requisite: Basic Outdoor Skills and sufficient practice time
Minimum Participants: 8-10
Cost: $15
Pre Camp:
Thursday, July 11th   Silver Meadows Program Center     6:00pm-9:00pm               
Overnight:
Saturday, July 20th   Silver Meadows Program Center    
        begins Saturday 9:00am - Sunday, July 21st
        
ends Sunday 4:00pm

 

 

training

Trainings are an important and helpful component of your Girl Scout volunteer experience. Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is committed to providing its volunteers with quality resources, ideas, and support.

volunteer training checklist
Within six months of appointment:

 

* Because emergencies require prompt action and quick judgment, Girl Scouts recommend that at least one adult volunteer be first-aid/ CPR certified.

Courses offered by chapters of the American Red Cross, National Safety Council, EMP America, and American Heart Association are approved. First Aid/CPR training that is available entirely online does not satisfy Girl Scouts' requirements, as they do not offer enough opportunities for technique practice and feedback.

 

online training options

Link to access Girl Scouting 101:http://training.girlscouts.org
Choose "101" from the menu
Password:  aboutGS101
Complete the contact information section and choose “Missouri Heartland” as council name.

This new online training from GSUSA replaces online GSMH courses Orientation Part 1 and Leadership Essentials.
The training link now has these choices:

 

GSUSA left the OVO and LEO options because some councils chose not to include the new training this fall.  Our volunteers only need to complete the new course.

 

the basic steps for a new leader are:

  1. Complete application forms
  2. Background check is completed (if OK then . .)
  3. Attends orientation (in-person)

(New volunteers are given the link and password at orientation for Girl Scouting 101)

 

additional training as needed:

 

American Red Cross Instructor Candidate Course - informational PDF

 

 

 

For more information on training including how to register and dates offered, please see training section (starting page 22) of the volunteer 411 magazine.