WHY TRAIN ?

Time spent in training is never wasted. Everyone benefits from a chance to develop themselves. Part of the training offered to Leaders deals with their skills to mix and work with other adults.

That's the kind of training that stands to you both at work and in your own local community, never mind Scouting.

Training comes in bite-sizes. Most Courses are held over a weekend so that it can fit in with most people's working week or when you can get someone to look after your family. There is a three-day Course but this is usually held at holiday weekends.

Those attending Courses are leaders just like you - with similar problems and resources - and you will find their solutions and approaches to Scouting a great help. Most participants say that meeting other Leaders and exchanging ideas is the most valuable part of a Course.

The Trainers are experienced Leaders who are trained to bring the most important aspects of Scouting to you in an entertaining and practical manner. Their experience adds depth and understanding to the Courses.

The elements of Training are set out in the Scouter Training Record Book which is issued at the start of your training. Check this out and see how the scheme is planned for you.

At the end of your successful training comes the presentation of the Woodbadge. Since 1919 this has been the sign of trained Leaders in Scouting throughout the world.

Remember training is not only good for you. It enables you to bring the best in Scouting to those young people that you lead and are in your care. Don't they deserve trained Leaders? If you agree, select a Course and sign up today.

This is the first Module of Woodbadge Basic Training. All Scouters do it and you do not repeat it again. If you became a Scouter after March 1999 you will have undertaken this with your Unit Leader in the form of induction training. If you became a Scouter before March 1999 you should have attended a Course organised by your Region. If you have not done this training at all discuss it with your Unit Leader immediately.

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