Why Take Training?
The boys and girls who wear Scouting uniforms each week deserve to receive quality programs. Our younger members need knowledgeable and enthusiastic adults to arrange their activities, while our more mature Scouts desire strong, positive, and spirited adult role models with whom they can work to develop their own program. Supporting the youth and leaders are the many group committee and council members who must also be interested and knowledgeable in their roles.Although taking training will help to ensure quality programs for the youth, training will also help YOU. Here are some things YOU can expect from Scouting Training:
- you'll receive practical information which you can use immediately, and which will make your job more enjoyable,
- you'll receive handout material for future reference and for sharing with your colleagues,
- you'll meet friendly trainers who are experienced Scouters and who have in-depth knowledge of the topics,
- you'll be able to find some answers to your questions, and meet resource people you can call when problems develop,
- you'll have a chance to develop new Scouting friendships that often last for many, many years,
- you'll enjoy the energy and "Spirit of Scouting", and
- YOU'LL HAVE FUN!
The Central Escarpment website contains a page of frequently asked questions regarding training. Get answers to all of your questions about training!
We look forward to meeting you at our next training session!
Don't forget to keep track of your training on the North Waterloo Adult Training Record (11 Kb PDF) form.
You now have 2 ways to register for a course using this page.
- Register on-line and mail your cheque to the Course Coordinator upon receipt of on-line registration form.
- Print the training form, fill it in and mail it and your cheque to the Course Coordinator.
1 Register on-line
Register on-line by following these steps:- Complete the on-line form - You must receive confirmation before you are registered for the course
- Click the Submit button at the end of the form to E-mail it to the Training Commissioner
- Mail your cheque payable to "Scouts Canada - Areas 3 & 4 Training" to the Course Coordinator once a reply email has been sent with payment address
- Enjoy the course!
2 Print the form
Print the Application for Training form in PDF format and mail it to the Course Coordinator along with the payment.Follow these steps to register for the course:
- View the Application for Training form PDF file - 31 Kb or the Application for Woodbadge Part I Training form PDF file - 34 Kb
- Print it
- Fill it in
- Mail it to the Course Coordinator with a cheque payable to "Scouts Canada - Areas 3 & 4 Training" unless otherwise stated
- Enjoy the course!
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To guarantee your space in any course / workshop: Course registration + fee MUST BE received by the Course Coordinator no less than 2 WEEKS PRIOR to course date. A formal registration needs to be filled out. An email is not a registration form. You will not be officially registered until full payment is received.
Refund Policy: |
| Area Courses for 2009 - 2010 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbadge Part I Residential (Colony, Pack & Troop) |
Fri. Nov. 27 - 29, 2009 | TBA | TBA | Pat Hicks |
| Woodbadge Part II (all sections) |
Fri. Sep. 25 - 27, 2009 & Fri. Oct. 30 - Nov. 1, 2009 |
Woodland Trails | $200 | Lorie Eaton |
See how to register on-line or by paper above.
First Aid Courses
St. John Ambulance
St. John Ambulance offers both the Standard and Emergency First Aid courses during weekdays, evenings or on Saturdays. These courses are offered at the St. John Ambulance Offices - 250 Gage St. in Kitchener: To reserve your spot in a course or for more information, contact:| Kitchener-Waterloo Branch of St. John Ambulance | |
| 250 Gage St. | |
| Kitchener ON, N2M 2C8 | |
| Tel. (519) 579-6285 |
S.M.H.E.A.R.T.
S.M.H.E.A.R.T. offers Emergency and Standard First Aid courses as well as yearly CPR updates and renewals. S.M.H.E.A.R.T. First Aid Services is an Authorized Provider of the Canadian Red Cross.S.M.H.E.A.R.T. also teaches the "People Savers" courses, which are targeted towards youth aged 5-7, 8-10, and 11-13. These programs would enable youth to receive their Cub First Aid badges without the expense of a full Standard First Aid Course.
Please email Name, Address, phone#, Group association (i.e.: 31st Kitchener) to S.M.H.E.A.R.T. upon receiving your information I will contact you with details for the course.
First Responders
40-44 hour course with flexible scheduling options, 3-year certification in Advanced First Aid/First Responder. Includes CPR Level HCP with AED certification. Conducted by a certified Red Cross First Responder Instructor or Emergency Medical Responder Instructor.
| Course content | ||
|---|---|---|
| The Emergency Scene | Respiratory Emergencies | Musculoskeletal injuries |
| Body Systems | Cardiac Emergencies (CPR-HCP) | Injuries to the Head and Spine |
| Preventing Disease Transmission | AED | Injuries to the Chest, Abdomen and Pelvis |
| Primary Survey | Breathing Devices | Injuries to the Extremities |
| Secondary Survey | Bleeding and Shock | Sudden Illness |
| Measuring Blood Pressure | Soft Tissue Injuries | Poisoning |
| Heat and Cold Emergencies | Special Populations/Crisis Intervention | Childbirth |
| Reaching and Moving Casualties | Multiple Casualty Incident | Written exam (min. passing grade 75%) |
Courses Availible upon request.
| First Aid Courses | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilderness & Remote First Aid |
Fri. Jul. 31 - Aug. 2, 2009 | Camp Cataraqui, Chatham | Ask contact person | Laura MacNeil |
| Advanced Wilderness & Remote First Aid |
Fri. Jul. 31 - Aug. 2, 2009 | Camp Cataraqui, Chatham | Ask contact person | Laura MacNeil |
S.M.H.E.A.R.T.
First Aid Services
49 Gunn Avenue
Cambridge ON N3C3V8
519-574-6872
You can view their website for full details and contact them by e-mail.
The remainder of this page contains descriptions of the courses listed in the table above and can be accessed by the links in the table.
Woodbadge Part I Training for Section Leaders
Woodbadge Part I Training courses will help you, the leader new to Scouting or new to a section, acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful with the youth. Through hands-on, practical sessions you'll learn new craft ideas, play games, how to help earn badges, sing songs and enjoy the outdoors and have fun. You'll also benefit from information on organizing your adults, arranging camps, trips, and outings, planning an active, enjoyable, and safe program, and understanding the youth in your section.This course consists of 5 modules which can be taken in any order. Woodbadge Part I Courses in North Waterloo are offered in two formats:
- Residential, which is a one-weekend course starting on Friday night and closing on Sunday afternoon. Participants are expected to stay out for the weekend and participate in social networking activities. All meals are included in the course fee.
- Modular, this is a series of classes held in the Kitchener-Waterloo area in the evenings. The same material is covered as in the residential course.
Module 2- Program Support - 3 hours.
Module 3 - Planning - 3 hours.
Module 4 - Running Effective Meetings - 3 hours.
Module 5 - Putting the OUT in ScOUTing - 3 hours.
Woodbadge Part II Training
These Woodbadge courses pick up where the Woodbadge Part I courses end. Woodbadge Part II courses are either 1 week or 3 weekends.
Scout Craft I & II
This is a self-taught course where leaders will learn about safety, first aid, outdoor skills and care of the environment. Level 1 and Level 2 can be worked on at your own pace. When the training commissioner or a designate assigned is satisfied that the skills have been accomplished, recognition from the course will be granted.
Sixers' Weekend
This is a chance for Cubs who are or will be Sixers to learn about their roles, helping to plan activities, being friends and helpers to the other cubs in their Pack.
Patrol Leaders Weekend
This course is designed for Scouts who are or will be Patrol Leaders. The participant will learn the skills needed to plan Patrol and Troop activities, make decisions, solve problems on their own, and be a positive role model for the other Scouts in the Troop.
Kim / Keeo Workshop
The Keeo (a Cub working with Beavers) and the Kim (a Scout working with Cubs) are very important in assisting the leaders of the sections. This course will give the youth the instructions and confidence required in the youth leadership role. This will allow them to become a very important link between the youth and the leadership team.
Venturer Executive Workshop (VEW)
Do you know what your Executive members should be doing? Are you looking for some ideas on how to make your program better? Are you looking to understand how your Executive, your Company, your Advisor, and the rest of Scouting all fit together? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, then why not send someone from your Company to a Venturer Executive Workshop?
Wild Education Workshops
These workshops are available to Scouters of all sections:- Project Wild - an educational program to increase awareness needed to make informed decisions and to take constructive action for wildlife, habitat, and the environment.
- Fish Ways - a fish habitat education program
- Focus on Forests - an education which increases appreciation and understanding of forests and forest management
- Below Zero - educational program designed to promote understanding of wildlife under winter conditions.
Winter Camping Skills
This informative session will enable even better camping during the winter months. It is very interesting and a means of survival. A must for scout leaders.
Song Night
Here's your chance to learn new songs and refresh your memory on the old classic campfire tunes. You'll also learn new and interesting ways of raising interest and morale by including singing into your regular program.
Spirituality Workshop
Leaders must be sensitive to the needs of ALL of the members in a group. Why not attend this discussion to learn more ways of encouraging members to grow and develop their own sense of spirituality while being sensitive to different cultures and religions?
Group Commissioner Orientation
This 3-hour workshop will provide you insight on what your role is. You will learn what your role is in volunteer recruitment and development, the practical side of servicing, and steps you should be doing all year around.
Honours & Awards Workshop
This 3-hour workshop is designed to actually have participants write someone up for recognition. The goal is to complete an application (if possible) by the end of the meeting.
Sharing Session
This practical session is for all Beaver Leaders. Learn new games, songs and crafts and meet other leaders.
Jungle Workshop
Calling all Pack Scouters! Here is your opportunity to learn how to get JUNGLE back into your regular program in a hands on fun filled way. On this course you will experience openings / closings, dances, crafts, songs, and ceremonies all in a Jungle theme.
Youth Focus Training
This course is for Venturers, Rovers, Scouters-in-Training and Group Youth Reps from ages 14 to 26 years. This weekend course is a leadership training course developed by the National Youth committee and presented by qualified Focus Trainers. Approval by the area commissioner or designate is needed to take this course.
Group Committee Workshop
Confused as to what your job really is? Unsure of what you're responsible for? This is the workshop for you! Here you'll learn in an interactive way the answer to these and other pressing questions. How to run effective meetings, communication with others, delegation and Scouting's Administrative procedures. All you need to run an effective Group Committee.There are breakout sessions for presidents, treasurers and secretaries.
Last updated: June 24, 2009.