Adult Learning Requirements

Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council is committed to providing you with quality learning opportunities.  All new and returning leaders and assistant leaders MUST complete appropriate training within six months of appointment.  The information you receive in a training course or workshop helps you plan meetings and activities that follow Girl Scout Program requirements.

Where do I Start?

Step 1: GSUSA Orientation

GSUSA Orientation can be completed online (password: discover) or by CD with a staff member or volunteer facilitator.

Step 2:  GSBDC Orientation

This is a classroom style learning opportunity that lasts prepares you to lead a troop/group in the GSBDC organization.

Step 3:  Leadership Essentials

Leadership Essentials is a classroom style learning opportunity that introduces troop leaders to The Girl Scout Leadership Experience. 

Other Adult Learning Opportunities

Child Abuse Awareness- Learn to identify signs and symptoms in this 1.5 hour course.  This training must be completed once every three years.

First Aid/Adult-Infant-Child CPR- This learning opportunity is not organized by Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council. This certification is required for travel beyond the meeting place. Contact your local hospital, fire department or American Red Cross chapter to arrange a training in your community.

Changing Level Self-Studies- Self-studies are available to leaders who are changing levels AND who have served in a leadership position for at least one year.
 

What Should I Bring to Training?

For all adult learning opportunities offered, Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council recommends that you come with a pen or pencil, paper for note taking, and your enthusiasm to learn. 

Evening Courses
Basic or Grade-Level Courses (3 hour courses)

• A beverage, such as water in a closed cap container
• A snack
• Troop handbooks
• Safety-Wise
• Directions

All Day Courses
Super Saturdays, Service Unit Team Training, Marathon of Workshops, etc. (6-8 hours)

• A beverage or two, such as water in a closed cap container
• A non-refrigerated bag lunch
• A snack
• Troop Handbooks
• Safety-Wise
• Confirmation packet (not all day courses include confirmation packets)
• Directions

Weekend Courses - Outdoor Training Workshops

The outdoor training course includes a fee that covers meals, snacks, training materials, etc.

• Safety-Wise
• Confirmation packet
• Directions
• Packing list

For further information, please email Nathan Gregorich at nathan.gregorich@bdgsc.org.