Closing date: 19-Jul-24

Please note that the course delivery is not being managed by Scout NSW. We will be taking Scouts NSW member applications but further details regarding the course will be sent by Scouts VIC including the issuing of the invoice for the below course fees.

Cost: $120 non-residential 2 online evening sessions + 1 day face to face)

The Scouting Essentials training is a hands on weekend where participants can apply skills learned from the On Demand Training in a facilitated environment. Scouting Essentials is the first step on your pathway to a Certificate of Proficiency.

If you have completed a Basic Training course within the last 3 years, you don’t have to now complete Scouting Essentials but do stay up to date with changes to the youth program.

You must complete the following pre-requisites BEFORE APPLYING FOR THE COURSE:

• Individual Adult Volunteer Plan (IAVP) Phase 1 (IAVP Phase 1 form can be found here)
• Scouting Preliminary On Demand Training
• Scouting Essentials On Demand Training
• Access to a copy of the New Program Handbook (available from the Scout Shop when signed in as a Scout member)
• Proficient with Microsoft Teams/Zoom (Online courses only)
• Access to a computer with camera and microphone (Online courses only)
• Willingness to download the Microsoft teams/Zoom application to the above device (Online courses only)

To apply, please click the link below.

 Course numbers are limited. Applications will be accepted in order received, with preference given to those applicants having completed the pre-requisite above.

Course fees will be charged on enrolment to this course and please be aware that the course cancelation policy listed below applies.

Please contact Training with any questions –
Phone: (02) 9735 9000
Email: [email protected]

The following cancelation policy is applicable to this training;

• Withdrawal before the Closing Date – Full refund
• Withdrawal after the closing date of the course – less $20 charge
• Withdrawal less than 5 days before the course – No refund

(Exceptional circumstances will be considered by your RCATD)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1. Applications must be received before the closing date advertised in the Training Calendar.
2. All prerequisites must be completed before applying and before the closing date.
3. Your basic information may be shared with the Department of Communities and Justice for the purpose of grant reporting.