Booking on training
All our available training dates are shown in the training calendar, you can book online for any session. You can also book on training sessions in any of the other London counties, their details can be found at:
- Greater London North
- Greater London North East
- Greater London South
- Greater London South West
- Greater London South East
- Hertfordshire
Background to the Training Scheme
Adult volunteers are at the heart of Scouting, and we hope that you will get every bit as much out of it as you put in. Scouting is not only about young people, but also about the development of adults within the Movement. To support adults in Scouting, the Scout Association provides a comprehensive programme of training to build on existing skills and knowledge and develop new competencies; within the movement there are also awards to recognise dedication to training and outstanding service. The County coordinates the Scout Association’s Adult Training Scheme for all leaders, supporters, managers and other volunteers across all the Districts. Different versions of the Adult’s Personal File cover the training requirements for groups of roles:
Remote Training
A variety of training modules are available to complete remotely, our dedicated page provides further information and links to materials.
Getting started
Links to the relevant elements of getting started are:
- Essential Information (module 1) should be completed via e-learning, but a workbook option is available.
- Trustee Induction should be completed via e-learning, but a workbook option is available.
- GDPR training should be completed via e-learning, but a workbook option is available.
- Your personal learning plan (module 2) can be completed via a workbook. To complete the workbook you’ll need to reference the Module Matrix.
- Tools for the Role – Section Leaders (module 3) must be completed via e-learning.
- Tools for the Role – Managers and Supporters (module 4) must be completed via e-learning.
- Safeguarding ongoing learning is available as e-learning. A workbook option is also available.
- Safety training ongoing learning is available as e-learning. A workbook option is also available.
Mandatory ongoing learning
Safeguarding ongoing learning is available as e-learning. Previously there has been a requirement to alternate between e-learning and face-to-face training for safeguarding – as of March 2020 this requirement has been removed. Safety training ongoing learning is available as e-learning.
Training Courses
The County runs regular courses which cover one or more modules of the training scheme. These courses are offered in a variety of formats including evenings, one day or weekend offerings. Our Training Calendar lists all for up coming courses for the next 18 months. To book a place either ask your Local Training Manager or book online. We run our courses at a number of different venues across the County, click on the links below for directions and travel information:
- PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St. Peter)
- 5th Hayes Scout HQ (Yeading)
- Willesden District Scouts HQ (Neasden)
- 20th Chiswick Scout HQ
- 8th St. Marylebone Scout HQ
Training across the London Region is free to attend, so if you are unable to attend one of our courses you are more than welcome to attend one run by another County: Greater London South West, Greater London South East, Greater London South, Greater London North, and Greater London North East.
Validation
Once you have completed the learning for a given module as part of the Adult Training Scheme you need to validate that learning, through discussion with your Training Advisor or Local Training Managers. Our dedicated training validation page contains check-your-knowledge documents which outline the key learning objectives for each module and outline the validation requirements.
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
12th Dec 2023
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Modules 10A (First Aid Learning) and 10B (First Aid Practical)
16th Dec 2023
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
22nd Jan 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Managers Training: Part 2 (Achieving Growth)
03rd Feb 2024
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Module 36 (Adjustments to Scouts)
04th Feb 2024
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Modules 10A (First Aid Learning) and 10B (First Aid Practical)
04th Feb 2024
9:15 am - 5:00 pm
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
15th Feb 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Modules 10A (First Aid Learning) and 10B (First Aid Practical)
18th Feb 2024
9:15 am - 5:00 pm
20th Willesden Scout Group, 81 Anson Road, Cricklewood, NW2 4AB
Managers Training: Part 1 (Skills of Management)
02nd Mar 2024 - 03rd Mar 2024
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
19th Mar 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Managers Training: Part 3 (Meeting the Challenges)
14th Apr 2024
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Greenford District HQ
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
22nd Apr 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
14th May 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
12th Jun 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Module 38 (Skills for Residential Experiences)
22nd Jun 2024 - 23rd Jun 2024
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
11th Jul 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
16th Aug 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
25th Sep 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
15th Oct 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Modules 16 (Introduction to Residential Experiences), 18 (Practical Skills) and 19 (International)
19th Oct 2024
All Day
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Modules 8 (Skills of Leadership) and 9 (Working with Adults)
20th Oct 2024
All Day
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
07th Nov 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Modules 7 (Scouting for All) and 17 (Running Safe Activities)
23rd Nov 2024
All Day
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Modules 12B (Programme Planning), 14 (Supporting Young People) and 15 (Promoting Positive Behaviour)
24th Nov 2024
All Day
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Module 10A (First Aid Learning)
10th Dec 2024
7:15 pm - 9:45 pm
Online via zoom with pre-learning
Managers Training: Part 1 (Skills of Management)
08th Feb 2025 - 09th Feb 2025
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Managers Training: Part 2 (Achieving Growth)
08th Mar 2025
All Day
PACCAR Scout Camp Site (Chalfont St.Peter)
Managers Training: Part 3 (Meeting the Challenges)
06th Apr 2025
All Day
Venue TBC