Aim

The aim of these Adult Training Courses is to ensure that all adult members of The Scout Association are in line with the Association’s Policy towards the 21st Century.

The New Training ProgrammeThe New Training Programme

All adult members will be able to follow the Scout Association’s policy.

All adults members will have a personal training plan according to their individual scouting and personal experiences in a modular format and with a self-learning approach.

Adult Leaders will have a good knowledge of National and International Scouting History and Scouting Skills.

Adult Leaders will be trained on scouting skills and leadership skills according to their chosen section and responsibilities.

That all adult members (including group council members) will know their roles and responsibilities within the Scout Association.

ObjectivesObjectives

MethodMethod

Pre-training starts at Sectional and Group level after a welcoming interview by the GSL and Section Leader. A probation period of at least three (3) months is given to the adult individual before any ‘direct’ role is given in ‘contact’ with young members.

An interview with the DC, GSL and Section Leader is done and a job description and a personal training plan are agreed by all (standard forms by the Training and Programme Dept). Personal Training Plan is forwarded to the Training Dept.

An initial training package is purchased from the Training Dept. and each individual will be able to attend the necessary level of Adult Training according to the Training Course Schedule.

Partial Funding and Monitoring through the European Scout Office

Getting Started Welcoming Information Pack

Personal Job Description & Individual Training Plan (Identifying qualifications)

Pathfinder Includes an in-depth understanding of Scouting, its methods & policies, some essential modules and

practical information. Most training is based on self learning and from own Group on provided material

Turk’s Head Includes the core modules for becoming an Adult Leader and an in-depth understanding of

programme planning, implementation and evaluation

Gilwell Includes administrative modules and specific needs

The New Training MilestonesThe New Training Milestones

Course duration is too long

Optional evening sessions needed instead of weekends

Family needs, too many evenings or consecutive weekends create problems

More practical sessions

A better understanding of where each course leads

We do training but then face an old mentality within the group

The need of training for group supporters

Comments and feedback from leaders and current trainees

Why was there a need for change?Why was there a need for change?

Duration comparisonsDuration comparisons

Current System

Proposed System

Approx.

97 hoursIncludes Camping Skills

Excludes First Aid & a compulsory external course

39 hoursIncludes Camping Skills

Excludes First Aid & Food Handling Courses

1) Camping Skills Course

(13 Sessions + Weekend)

2) First Aid Course3) External Course

Duration comparisons explainedDuration comparisons explained

16 hours

‘Pathfinder’‘Support Leader’

‘Turk’s Head’‘Assistant Section Leader’

‘Gilwell’‘Section Leader’

First Aid Course&

Food Handling Course

Weekend Camp Evaluation

Level 1Initial Training‘Acting Leader’

Level 3Basic Training

‘Assistant Section Leader’

Level 4‘Section Leader’

Level 2Introductory Training

1) 15 hours + weekend

camp

32 hours + residential Weekend

5 hours

15 hours

Project

4 hours

19 hours

30hours

Total 97 hours + 2 Weekend Camps & 6 Projects

(excluding First Aid & External Courses)

Total 39 hours+ 1 Weekend Camp which may be done in own group(excluding First Aid & Food Handling Courses)

Proposed Training SchemeExisting Training Scheme

The Milestones The Milestones ExplainedExplained

The New Training ProgrammeThe New Training Programme

Getting StartedGetting Started

Scouting - Why/ World/ Malta Self AllPurpose, Principles & Methods Self AllJob Description Self AllTraining Structure Self All

Method Relevant to

‘Self ’ indicates training by reading provided material and assessed via a home questionnaire

Registered Leader

PathfinderPathfinder

Scouting - Why, World, Malta Self AllPurpose, Principles & Methods Self AllPOR Self AllSAM Structure - Group up Self AllResponsibility Self AllProgram Ideas Self Sect.Record keeping Self AllProtocols - ceremonies, flags etc Self AllCamp Hygiene Self AllCamping Equipment Self AllNutrition at Camp / plan a menu Self AllAttend a Joint Activity AllBasic Scouting Skills Sect.Attend a Hike a Night Hike & a Weekend Camp All

Method Relevant to

Appointment as Recognised Leader

‘Sect.’ indicates trainees attend topic relevant to their section

Part 1

Child Protection AllEffective Communication & How to instruct AllFun & Safety All

continuescontinues

PathfinderPathfinderAppointment as Support LeaderOrange Epaulette

Method Relevant to

Part 2

Turk’s HeadTurk’s Head

Needs of Young People AllIntegrating Special Needs / Inclusive Scouting All Spiritual Dimension/Development All

Progressive Training Scheme Sect. Program Planning Sect.How to plan, run and evaluate an activity/meeting Sect.

Effective Assessment Self All

Discipline & Control AllDiscipline & Control Sect.

Appointment as Assistant Section LeaderAwarded: Turk’s Head WoggleAppointment Solid Colour Epaulette

Method Relevant to

continuescontinues

Safety in Scouting (incl. Camp Safety) AllLegal Aspects AllMedical Issues All

Fundraising AllProject Management Sect

Support of the Leader Self AllRepresenting others Self All

Transfers All

Planning a Camp & Camp Program Sect.Storing & Maintaining Equipment All

Joint Activity All

Turk’s HeadTurk’s Head

Method Relevant to

Appointment as Assistant Section LeaderAwarded: Turk’s Head WoggleAppointment Solid Colour Epaulette

GilwellGilwell

Decision Making Structures AllDecision Making Structures (Kids involvement) Sect.

Team management AllDelegation Team BuildingsListening Skills Conflict ManagementMotivation Effective AssessmentManaging Change Management SkillsConducting Meetings

PR / Branding Self AllRecruitment Self All

Appointment as Section LeaderAwarded: Gilwell Scarf & BeadsWhite & Appointment Colour Epaulette

continuescontinues

Method Relevant to

Social Problems, Crime Prevention & Youth Trends All

Gender equality AllSexual Orientation AllEthnic minorities All

Legal Aspects All

The President's Award Self All

Good Practice in Scouting & Leadership All

GilwellGilwell

Method Relevant to

Appointment as Section LeaderAwarded: Gilwell Scarf & BeadsWhite & Appointment Colour Epaulette

Level 1

Level 2

Level 4

Level 3

Residential & Projects

‘Turk’s Head’Assistant Section Leader

‘Gilwell’Section Leader

Weekend Evaluation Camp

Proposed ChangeoverProposed Changeover

‘Pathfinder’Support Leader

Interim Trainees - Transition PeriodInterim Trainees - Transition Period

Level 1

Level 2

Level 4

Level 3

Project

‘Turk’s Head’Assistant Section Leader

Personal Training Plan

‘Gilwell’Section Leader

Weekend Evaluation Camp

Personal Training Plan