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Training Within Birmingham County
The purpose of the Scout Association is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full potential. The method used is by the young people working in partnership with adults.Why do I need to train?
Upon accepting an appointment in the Scout Association you will be required to show, within a period of three years, that you have attained the skills that are appropriate to your role. After this you will be awarded a Woodbadge.
After you have completed the necessary forms and met the Appointments Advisory Committee, your Local Training Manager (there is one for each District in Birmingham County) will work with your line manager (usually your Group Scout Leader) and assign a Training Adviser (TA) who is responsible for:
- Helping you match your existing skills with those of your chosen role
- Identify any skills gaps
- Agree plans for gaining those skills
- Confirm that those skills have been successfully gained
Not necessarily. When you agree your personal learning plan (PLP) with your training adviser he/she will agree with you what, if any, learning you need to undertake your role successfully.
Following this your TA will advise you on the various training methods available to undertake this learning. Depending on the module you require methods range from:
- One to one
- Small group discussions
- Course (which may be residential)
- DVD or video
- E–learning package
- Workbook
The major advantage of attending a course is meeting with, and learning from, other adults who will have a variety of experiences.
Training modules
Modules 1,3,6 and 10 are normally delivered within the local District, although these are also run at the County Office (Hatchett Street, Newtown) when necessary. Most of the other modules are run by the members of the County Training Team. These will either be run individually or as part of a course. This training takes place either at Hatchett Street or at the County campsite at Blackwell Court.
More information regarding the training modules can be found below:
Training scheme overview
Module matrix
Personal File
How to book to attend a course
Booking for courses must be made through your Local Training Manager (LTM), who will authorise the form. The costs vary depending on which modules are being covered and whether the course is residential or not. Costs for modules are on the application form.
Click here to download a copy of the Training Calendar.
Click here to download the Training Booking Form.
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