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