Aim

1. The New Training Programme Aim The aim of these Adult Training Courses is to ensure that all adult members of The Scout Association are in line with the Association’s Policy towards the 21st Century.

2. Objectives • All adult members will be able to follow the Scout Association’s policy. • All adults members will have a personal training plan according to their individual scouting and personal experiences in a modular format and with a self-learning approach. • Adult Leaders will have a good knowledge of National and International Scouting History and Scouting Skills. • Adult Leaders will be trained on scouting skills and leadership skills according to their chosen section and responsibilities. • That all adult members (including group council members) will know their roles and responsibilities within the Scout Association.

3. Method • Pre-training starts at Sectional and Group level after a welcoming interview by the GSL and Section Leader. A probation period of at least three (3) months is given to the adult individual before any ‘direct’ role is given in ‘contact’ with young members. • An interview with the DC, GSL and Section Leader is done and a job description and a personal training plan are agreed by all (standard forms by the Training and Programme Dept). Personal Training Plan is forwarded to the Training Dept. • An initial training package is purchased from the Training Dept. and each individual will be able to attend the necessary level of Adult Training according to the Training Course Schedule. Partial Funding and Monitoring through the European Scout Office

4. The New Training Milestones Getting Started Welcoming Information Pack Personal Job Description & Individual Training Plan(Identifying qualifications) Pathfinder Includes an in-depth understanding of Scouting, its methods & policies,some essential modules and practical information. Most training is based on self learning and from own Group on provided material Turk’s Head Includes the core modules for becoming an Adult Leader and an in-depth understanding of programme planning, implementation and evaluation Gilwell Includes administrative modules and specific needs

5. Why was there a need for change? Comments and feedback from leaders and current trainees • Course duration is too long • Optional evening sessions needed instead of weekends • Family needs, too many evenings or consecutive weekends create problems • More practical sessions • A better understanding of where each course leads • We do training but then face an old mentality within the group • The need of training for group supporters

6. Approx. 97 hours Includes Camping Skills Excludes First Aid & a compulsory external course Duration comparisons Current System Proposed System 39 hours Includes Camping Skills Excludes First Aid & Food Handling Courses

7. Duration comparisons explained Existing Training Scheme Proposed Training Scheme ‘Pathfinder’ ‘Support Leader’ Level 1 Initial Training ‘Acting Leader’ 5 hours 4 hours First Aid Course & Food Handling Course 15 hours Level 2 Introductory Training Level 3 Basic Training ‘Assistant Section Leader’ 30 hours ‘Turk’s Head’ ‘Assistant Section Leader’ 16 hours 1) 15 hours + weekend camp 1) Camping Skills Course (13 Sessions + Weekend) 2) First Aid Course 3) External Course ‘Gilwell’ ‘Section Leader’ 19 hours 32 hours + residential Weekend Level 4 ‘Section Leader’ Weekend Camp Evaluation Total 97 hours + 2 Weekend Camps & 6 Projects (excluding First Aid & External Courses) Total 39 hours + 1 Weekend Camp whichmay be done in own group (excluding First Aid & Food Handling Courses) Project

8. The New Training Programme The Milestones Explained

9. Getting Started Registered Leader Method Relevant to Scouting - Why/ World/ Malta Self All Purpose, Principles & Methods Self All Job Description Self All Training Structure Self All ‘Self ’ indicates training by reading provided material and assessed via a home questionnaire

10. Pathfinder Appointment as Recognised Leader Part 1 Method Relevant to Scouting - Why, World, Malta Self All Purpose, Principles & Methods Self All POR Self All SAM Structure - Group up Self All Responsibility Self All Program Ideas Self Sect. Record keeping Self All Protocols - ceremonies, flags etc Self All Camp Hygiene Self All Camping Equipment Self All Nutrition at Camp / plan a menu Self All Attend a Joint Activity All Basic Scouting Skills Sect. Attend a Hike a Night Hike & a Weekend Camp All ‘Sect.’ indicates trainees attend topic relevant to their section

11. continues Pathfinder Appointment as Support Leader Orange Epaulette Part 2 Method Relevant to Child Protection All Effective Communication & How to instruct All Fun & Safety All

12. continues Appointment as Assistant Section Leader Awarded: Turk’s Head Woggle Appointment Solid Colour Epaulette Turk’s Head Method Relevant to Needs of Young People All Integrating Special Needs / Inclusive Scouting All Spiritual Dimension/Development All Progressive Training Scheme Sect. Program Planning Sect. How to plan, run and evaluate an activity/meeting Sect. Effective Assessment Self All Discipline & Control All Discipline & Control Sect.

13. Appointment as Assistant Section Leader Awarded: Turk’s Head Woggle Appointment Solid Colour Epaulette Turk’s Head Method Relevant to Safety in Scouting (incl. Camp Safety) All Legal Aspects All Medical Issues All Fundraising All Project Management Sect Support of the Leader Self All Representing others Self All Transfers All Planning a Camp & Camp Program Sect. Storing & Maintaining Equipment All Joint Activity All

14. continues Gilwell Appointment as Section Leader Awarded: Gilwell Scarf & Beads White & Appointment Colour Epaulette Method Relevant to • Decision Making Structures All • Decision Making Structures (Kids involvement) Sect. • Team management All • Delegation Team Buildings • Listening Skills Conflict Management • Motivation Effective Assessment • Managing Change Management Skills • Conducting Meetings • PR / Branding Self All • Recruitment Self All

15. Gilwell Appointment as Section Leader Awarded: Gilwell Scarf & Beads White & Appointment Colour Epaulette Method Relevant to Social Problems, Crime Prevention & Youth Trends All Gender equality All Sexual Orientation All Ethnic minorities All Legal Aspects All The President's Award Self All Good Practice in Scouting & Leadership All

16. Proposed Changeover Level 1 ‘Pathfinder’ Support Leader Level 2 ‘Turk’s Head’ Assistant Section Leader Level 3 ‘Gilwell’ Section Leader Level 4 Residential & Projects Weekend Evaluation Camp

17. Interim Trainees - Transition Period Level 1 Personal Training Plan ‘Turk’s Head’ Assistant Section Leader Level 2 Level 3 ‘Gilwell’ Section Leader Personal Training Plan Level 4 Weekend Evaluation Camp Project