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What is offered?
The Girl Scouts of
Washington Rock Council offers you many opportunities to learn and grow as a Girl Scout
Adult. As a new Leader, we offer the Basic Course in Girl Scouting and in the Age Level
you will be working with. First Aid Training is available for the safety of the girls and
Outdoor Training is provided to ensure the girls have a great time in the out of doors
while learning about nature. It is all about the GIRLS. Besides that, we offer additional
Enrichment courses on Conflict Resolution, Ceremonies, Traditions and Ways of Girl
Scouting and More!
What training is
required for new leaders?
Safety Wise
requires that adults working with troops/groups receive
appropriate training for the activities that they are
responsible for. All troops are required to have at least
one adult with the following training. All training is
presented in progression!
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Introduction to Girl
Scouting: (new leaders only) Contact your Service Unit
Manager to arrange for this course. You must complete
this prior to meeting with your troop.
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Basic Leader Training (BLT)
Pre requisite: Intro to Girl Scouting
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Program Age Level Training
(Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Girl Scouts ages 11-17)
Prerequisite: BLT
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First Aid/ CPR (this person
may be someone different then the leader/advisor,
however they must be present when the troop is leaving
their normal meeting place and needs to remain with the
troop the entire time. NOTE: American
Red Cross First Aid Certification is good for ONLY three
(3) years from the date you took the course. American
Red Cross CPR Certification is good for one (1) year
from the date you took the course. As per GSUSA, adults
acting as the Troop First Aider must possess CURRENT
certification in BOTH Community First Aid and Safety AND
CPR for certification to be acceptable. Adults
possessing certification cards that have expired must
complete a new course. There is NO exception for
extensions. Plan ahead!
What are Training Records?
You must
keep track of all the training you receive. At the end of a training, the trainer will
sign your Training Records Card. You are responsible for holding on to the information and
keeping track of your training hours. These hours can be used towards your Leadership
Development Pin, and Leaves.
Who
May Attend GSWRC Girl Scout Courses?
Courses
are open to anyone who wishes to attend on a first come first serve basis. Registered Girl
Scouts receive preference on Waiting Lists.
Who Teaches Girl Scout Courses?
Most
classes are taught by GSWRC Council Volunteer Trainers.
The First Aid Courses are taught by Certified American Red Cross Instructors who
are also Council Trainers. These volunteers give their time to share their knowledge and
love of Girl Scouting with all Girl Scout adults.
Some
specialized classes may be taught by skilled Girl Scout staff members, or by special
consultants or experts in a particular field.
Is
There a Cost?
There is
no charge for most Girl Scout training. Occasionally there will be a modest fee to cover
site fees and items such as food or craft supplies which are used by the participants
during the course. The cost for American Red Cross First Aid Training, which pays for a
workbook, rental of mannequins and course supplies, is set by the American Red Cross under
a special contract. We strive to offer the
lowest cost out there for our volunteers.
When
special training is required to support troop activities, the cost of the training can be
paid for from troop funds.
Do I Need to Register for all Classes?
Yes!
Registration is required at least 10 days prior to the class so Trainers will have time to
prepare sufficient materials. Register earlier, if possible, as some courses fill quickly.
Times
and locations of classes sometimes need to be adjusted, or occasionally a class may be
canceled. Your Trainer cannot give you this information unless you are registered.
Do Classes Ever Fill Up?
Yes,
they do. Class size is limited by the facility, type of course and number of trainers
available.
Early
sign-up is strongly advised.
What if I Can't Attend After
I Have Registered?
Please
be sure to call the Council Training Registrar at (908) 232-3236 ext. 1217 if you must
cancel. There are often waiting lists for courses, and others could attend in your place.
Are Classes Ever Canceled?
Occasionally
classes must be canceled due to weather, site problems, insufficient registration or other
unforeseen circumstances.
How Will I be Notified of
Cancellations?
Usually telephone calls are made
to notify registrants of cancellations. Occasionally cards
may be sent. If schools in the area of the class are closed
due to inclement weather, the class is automatically canceled.
Please call the Council for further information.
Do I Get Refunded?
If you
did not call to cancel at least 1 week prior to the course date then no refund will be
provided. If you do notify Council that you
are unable to attend we will make every effort to reschedule and the fees will be credited
to the new course date.
What Should I Bring to Class?
Information
concerning materials or books to bring to each course is listed with the confirmation
mailing you will receive 1 week before the training.
Bring a
bag lunch and beverage for classes that extend over the lunch hour.
Some
courses are held outdoors. Check the forecast and dress for the weather.
Please
do not bring children.
Please
do not bring cell phones. We understand that parents of young children need to be reached
at all times. If you do NEED to bring a cell phone, make sure it is turned off, or silent
and please step outside to take the call.
Are Additional Classes Ever Scheduled?
Yes,
indeed. All additional class information is emailed to the Service Unit Manager and flyers
are placed in their mailboxes to hand out to Leaders. Any additional courses will be added
to the online Training Calendar as they are scheduled.
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