Support Resources for Learners
The resources below provide an introduction to and overview of The Scout Associations' Adult Training Scheme. They are a great source of information for any questions that you might have about training. The Training Advisers Guide and Adults Personal File also provide information about the validation criteria for each module.
Adult training scheme
The Scouts’ Adult Training Scheme is of particular relevance to County Training Managers, County Commissioners and District Commissioners. It should also be useful to anyone who has a responsibility for the support and training of adults in Scouting.
Read more about the schemeModule Matrix
This is a summary of the Scouts’ Adult Training Scheme and ongoing learning
Download the latest matrixAdults personal file for Section Leaders
The aim of the Adult’s Personal File is to introduce you to The Scouts' Adult Training Scheme and to provide you with some tools and information to help you with your training
Discover the personal file for LeadersAdults personal file for Managers and Supporters
The aim of the Adult’s Personal File is to introduce you to The Scouts’ Adult Training Scheme and to provide you with some tools and information to help you with your training. This guide only refers to the compulsory training that is relevant to those taking on appointments as Managers or Supporters.
Discover the personal file for Managers and SupportersAdult Personal File for Non-Wood Badge Appointments
The aim of the Adult’s Personal File is to introduce you to The Adult Training Scheme, and to provide you with some tools and information to help you with your training. This guide only refers to the compulsory training that is relevant to those taking on appointments that are classed as non Wood Badge roles.
Read the file for non-wood badge appointmentsAdult Personal File Supplementary Modules
The aim of Supplementary Module Resource is to provide a place for learners to find all the content about the Supplementary Modules in one place. Supplementary Modules may be completed by choice of the learner, to develop existing learning or due to a suggestion by your Training Adviser.
Read the file for supplementary modulesIndependent Learning Workbooks
Workbooks may be used to support individuals where, for accessibility reasons, they cannot complete training independently using the eLearning or complete the eLearning with someone, such as a line manager, Training Adviser, Local/County/Area/Region (Scotland) Training Manager.
Read the workbooksPersonal Development Guides
There are a number of resources available to help you to continue to develop your skills in your role.
Discover the guidesDigital skills toolkit
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