Training

Training is vital to the success of a Girl Scout Volunteer. Every potential adult volunteer of Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina is evaluated on their willingness and ability to take training for the position. We offer courses that will give each individual a chance to grow in competency and skills. These courses should be taken with the expectation that they will help volunteers gain confidence in their abilities and understanding of Girl Scouts. There is a $5.00 non-refundable fee for Orientation and Age Level Training. If you attend the course you will receive a $5.00 coupon to use in the Council Shop.

Training System Brochure & Calendar

Now available for download, all of the training descriptions and dates are listed in a resource for easy reference. To access this resource, either click on the link under "Downloads" in the left-hand menu bar of follow this link: 2007-2008 GSESC Training System Brochure and Calendar.

You can save the file to your desktop by right-clicking on the link and choosing "Save Target As".

Additional Training Dates Not Listed in The Program and Training Book

The following new training dates have been announced, and are not listed in The Program and Training Book. Remember, you will need to register and pay the $5.00 fee in order to attend any of these trainings.

Jan. 19 - Orientation Training, Orangeburg (Location TBA), 9:00 a.m. - Registration Deadline: Jan. 11
Jan. 19 - Daisy, Brownie and Junior Girl Scout Age-Level Training, Orangeburg (Location TBA), 1:00                p.m. - Registration Deadline: Jan. 11
Jan. 26 - First Aid and CPR, Location TBA, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Registration Deadline: Jan. 18

Requirements

Adults registering for training courses need to complete the Training Registration Form found in the Forms section of “The Program & Training Book.” You must register for each class on a separate registration form so that accurate records can be maintained. The registration form needs to be in the Service Center at least one week (7 days) before the class unless otherwise indicated. Be sure to include appropriate fees. Fees are nonrefundable. Registrations should be delivered, mailed, or faxed to: Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina, 7257 Cross County Rd. , North Charleston , SC 29418 . E-mails & phone calls will not be accepted for registration.

Costs

Cost for Orientation and all Age Levels is $5.00. You will receive a coupon for $5.00, to use in the Council Shop, if you attend the entire training. Participants who sign up for a training course and do not attend are not eligible for a refund. Paid fees can be transferred to another course with 24 hours notice. Cost for Troop Camper, First Aid/CPR and other trainings cover the cost of holding the training. Payment must be sent with the Training Registration Form. You will not be enrolled in a class without payment. If you have a question about your registration, please call the Adult Development Specialist at 552-9910 ext. 222 or 1-800-868-9911 ext 222. Fax number is 843-552-6221.  

Attendance

Please plan to arrive a little ahead of time to park, find the training room, sign-in and get settled. Class will begin at the scheduled time.

Confirmations

If your registration is received one week before the training, confirmations will be mailed, e-mailed or you will receive a phone call.

Cancellations

If you are unable to attend, call the Adult Development Specialist immediately. We may have a waiting list of people who need training that may want to attend should a space become available.

What to Bring

Please bring: The Leader's Notebook, age-level handbooks, Leader’s Guide, Safety-Wise, paper, pen/pencil and your training card. Bring a nosebag (lunch and drink) if the course extends beyond the noon hour, or a snack & drinks for shorter classes. Check course schedule for additional required supplies.

Child Care

Childcare is not available. This is a great opportunity to use a troop committee member or a troop parent. Children, friends and other family members should not come to training with you.

If you have any questions concerning training events, please call Debbie Nickerson, Adult Development Specialist at (843) 552-9910 ext. 222 or toll-free at 1 (800) 868-9911 or contact via email at debbienickerson@girlscoutsesc.org.