New Starter Adult Training

All adults taking on an appointment in Scouting are required to show that they have the skills needed for the role. The details of the training requirements for different appointments in The Scouts are defined further below.

To help individuals through the process of completing this training they will be linked with one or more Training Advisers.

Training Advisers are responsible for helping adults match their existing skills with those of their new role, for identifying skills gaps, for agreeing plans for gaining the required skills and for confirming that those skills have been successfully gained.

Once you have finished any relevant training and received a certificate, email it to trevor.polson@syscouts.org.uk for it to be updated on your record.

Getting started Modules

The below modules are to be completed by every volunteer in Scouting, no matter what you’re role. They’re a great introduction to Scouting, and can be easily and quickly completed online.

Essential Information

The aim of this module is to provide all adults in Scouting with the essential information needed to get started in their role.

Safety

The aim of this module is to provide all adults in Scouting with an understanding of safety practice and responsibilities as a member of Scouts, to keep everyone safe. 

This training is mandatory and ongoing.

Safeguarding

The aim of this module is to provide all adults in Scouting with an understanding of safeguarding practice and responsibilities as a member of Scouts, to keep everyone safe. 

This training is mandatory and ongoing.

GDPR

The aim of this module is to provide all adults in Scouting with an understanding of what the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) means for them, their Scout Group, District and County and how to effectively align with it.

Validation of Training

For each learning module there are questions designed to help learners establish what they know, and where to fill in gaps. Learners should work with their training advisors to identify any learning they have left to complete and how to complete this. 

For some modules all the criteria must be completed by all roles or there is a choice of criteria to pick from. However, in some cases, there are certain validation criteria for all roles and some additional criteria that are only relevant to certain roles. For some roles, it will depend on the learner’s agreed role description as to whether certain criteria are relevant to them.

To discuss validation criteria or to receive assistance with leader learning, please contact JP Ashton-Kinlin.

Click this link to see Scouting Validation Guides.


First Aid

(Courses, e-learning and existing qualifications)

What is needed?

Leaders, managers and supporters in Scouting must hold a first aid qualification, the minimum level of which is the First Response course run by The Scouts. 

How do I complete my training?

There are two options:

or, A blended mode of online training, a zoom session and quick practical CPR session.

See below for a breakdown of what needs to be covered.

The blended approach is made up of the following:

1) e-Learning

2.5 hours.

On completion of the course, you will be directed to complete a form which will be sent to the County. Ensure that you select South Yorkshire Scouts.


I have an existing qualification, does it count?

There are several external qualifications which cover similar content, which can be compared against the syllabus.

All first aid training must cover the below criteria. The level of detail and time spent on each subject will vary, depending on whether it is a First Response or Full First Aid course.

Principles of first aid and initial response (arriving and managing an incident), Initial response to a first aid situation, Management of an unconscious casualty (child or adult), CPR, including technique for children and an explanation of what AED is and how to use it, Choking, Shock, Bleeding, Fractures (ambulance imminent and non-imminent) and sprains, Head injuries, Dental incidents, Burns, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Seizures, Diabetes, Sepsis / Meningitis

My professional qualification means I have a First Aid qualification.

The Scouts recognises that some professions by the nature of the job will have a first aid element; for example, Nurses, Midwives, Police Officers, Medical Practitioners, Members of HM Armed Forces, Ambulance Care – Assistants/Paramedics/Technicians, etc. to exempt these professions from undergoing more first aid training, they are required to provide evidence of an up-to-date qualification which should meet the criteria for what is considered our minimum standard (as listed above).

With regards to ‘evidence’, this can be a certificate or an official letter confirming the necessary areas have been met.