Volunteer Training
While all new information for 2011-2012 is coming...
Be sure to check out our resources page. On it, you'll find:
- the volunteer 411 magazine
It is a comprehensive source for the year's council programs, trainings, and volunteer information. New this year – a whole section of advice and information just for troop leaders!
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:
- Orientation (in-person)
- Girl Scouting 101 (online now, or DVD version coming soon;
see online training options below) - CPR/First-Aid*
* 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:
- Online Volunteer Orientation (OVO) - dont use...
- Leadership Essentials Online (LEO) - dont use...
- Girl Scouting 101 - use!
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:
- Complete application forms
- Background check is completed (if OK then . .)
- Attends orientation (in-person)
(New volunteers are given the link and password at orientation for Girl Scouting 101)
additional training as needed:
- Basic Outdoor Sklls
- Basic Troop Camping
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.
