Below are all the modules you require to get started on your volunteer journey with us. These are the basic modules and are available through an online course.
Please Note: You MUST save a copy of your certificate and send it to your Group Scout Leader/Training Advisor/Chair person otherwise you will have to complete the module again. You can take a screenshot of the certificate or print it out.
Essential Information
You’ll learn about our history and the fundamentals of Scouts, get an overview of how we keep people safe, and how we make sure everyone is welcome.
You’ll also learn about our training scheme, our structure and the support available to you.
Safety Training
You’ll learn about your responsibilities for keeping young people and adults safe, what to do in an emergency and how to report incidents.
Doing things safely is fundamental to everything we do in Scouting. The Safety training ensures that you understand your responsibilities for keeping everyone in Scouts safe and how to assess and manage risk.
Safeguarding Training
You’ll learn how to keep young people and adults at risk safe, how to recognise abuse and how to report a concern.
You’ll also learn about our Safeguarding Policy and our Code of Practice, known as the Yellow Card.
GDPR Training
You’ll learn how the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) applies to your role, how to treat Personal Data and what are the Individuals’ rights.
You’ll also learn about requesting consent, and the measures taken locally to make sure we’re aligned with GDPR.
Trustee Introduction
You’ll learn about Executive Committees, our key policies, roles and responsibilities.
Module 04: Toold For The Role (Managers and supporters)
You’ll learn about your team’s roles and responsibilities, and how to deliver a quality programme.
You’ll also learn about the six areas of leadership and management, and get tips on time management and personal skills.