Volunteering Development

Adult learning

Training of adult volunteers is one of the primary roles of every Scout area or county. In Gwent, we have an enthusiastic and supportive team of trainers, advisers, facilitators and supporters.

We run an annual programme of courses, including leadership training, safeguarding, and ‘Nights Away’ – skills for camping and other residential experiences with young people. We also run occasional specialist ongoing training where there is demand. We’re also here to support your personal development through self-directed learning. Scouting training for managers is now provided at a country/regional level.

What learning do I need to do?

Scouts learning and training is changing in the last few months of 2024, but there will be a transition period for the next couple of years, and all completed learning will still count.

Resources for learners

E-learning and other resources for learners can be found on the learners pages on the Scouts website:

Scouts website learners pages

Learning events coming soon

  • Monday 15 September
    6:45 pm – 9:30 pm
    First aid course - blended First Response
    Skip Jenning's Hall

    This is the
    blended First Response combining the facilitator-led session and practical assessment.

    Prior to attending, the e-learning at
    https://hampshire-scouts.thinkific.com/courses/firstresponse MUST be completed.

    Course time 18:45 to 21:30. Free for Scouts volunteers within Gwent, £15 fee for outside areas.  We understand this version of the course is
    not recognised by Girlguiding.

    Book your place:

    https://booking.gwentscouts.org.uk/NewBooking/event/340

  • Sunday 12 October
    10:00 am – 5:00 pm
    First aid course - First Response
    1st Cwm Scout HQ

    This one-day Scout-led training for adult volunteers covers all of modules 10A and 10B.
     
    Free for volunteers within Gwent, £15 fee for outside areas.
     
    9:45am registration for a 10am start, finishing by 5pm.
     

    Booking: https://booking.gwentscouts.org.uk/NewBooking/event/338

  • Saturday 22 November
    10:00 am – 5:00 pm
    First aid course - First Response
    Glen Llwyd

    This one-day Scout-led training for adult volunteers covers all of modules 10A and 10B.

     

    Free for volunteers within Gwent, £15 fee for outside areas.

     

    9:45am registration for a 10am start, finishing by 5pm.

     

    Booking:
    https://booking.gwentscouts.org.uk/NewBooking/event/342

  • Saturday 6 December – Sunday 7 December
    Outdoor First Aid course (ITC 16hr qualification)
    High Cross Scout HQ, Newport

    This practical 2-day externally certified qualification is strictly limited to 12 persons.  Cost is subsidised for adult volunteers within Gwent who are required to hold this level of qualification
    for remote activities.
     

    Please enquire via volunteeringdevelopment@gwentscouts.org.uk

  • Saturday 13 December – Sunday 14 December
    NSRA YPST Sport Crossbow course
    28th Newport Scout HQ, High Cross

    This is a 2 Day course £120 Per Person (Please note participants must be over 18 and be over 21 to supervise groups of under-14s. So for Scouts realistically everyone needs to be over 21)

    The NSRA YPST Sport Crossbows trainers course is a specialised programme designed to equip participants with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills required to instruct and supervise young people in the safe use of sport crossbows. This comprehensive
    course covers essential topics such as crossbow safety protocols, equipment handling, range management, and effective coaching techniques tailored to youth development.

    Through a blend of theory and hands-on practice, trainers develop confidence in delivering engaging sessions while adhering to NSRA standards and best practices. Upon successful completion, participants are certified to lead introductory and developmental crossbow
    activities for young people, helping to foster a new generation of responsible and enthusiastic target sports enthusiasts

    Details/booking:
    https://www.planyo.com/booking.php?calendar=68832&mode=resource_list&planyo_lang=EN&feedback_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.planyo.com%2Fbooking.php%3Fcalendar%3D68832

    https://www.planyo.com/booking.php?calendar=68832&mode=resource_list&planyo_lang=EN&feedback_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.planyo.com%2Fbooking.php%3Fcalendar%3D68832
  • Saturday 24 January – Sunday 25 January
    NSRA YPST Air Rifle Course
    28th Newport Scout HQ, High Cross

    This is a 2 Day Course £120 Per Person (Please note participants must be over 18 and be over 21 to supervise groups of under-14s. So for Scouts realistically everyone needs to be over 21)

    The NSRA YPST Air Rifle trainers course is a specialised programme designed to equip participants with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills required to instruct and supervise young people in the safe use of Air Rifles. This comprehensive course covers
    essential topics such as Air Rifle safety protocols, equipment handling, range management, and effective coaching techniques tailored to youth development.

    Through a blend of theory and hands-on practice, trainers develop confidence in delivering engaging sessions while adhering to NSRA standards and best practices. Upon successful completion, participants are certified to lead introductory and developmental air
    rifle activities for young people, helping to foster a new generation of responsible and enthusiastic target sports enthusiasts

    Upon successful completion of these courses, you are qualified to run the activity.

    Details/booking:
    https://www.planyo.com/booking.php?calendar=68832&mode=resource_list&planyo_lang=EN&feedback_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.planyo.com%2Fbooking.php%3Fcalendar%3D68832

    https://www.planyo.com/booking.php?calendar=68832&mode=resource_list&planyo_lang=EN&feedback_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.planyo.com%2Fbooking.php%3Fcalendar%3D68832
  • Saturday 28 February – Sunday 1 March
    Archery GB Instructor Award
    28th Newport Scout HQ, High Cross

    Gain a recognised archery qualification. Instructors have a vital role in helping people new to archery learn and enjoy the sport. The Archery GB Instructor Award is an entry-level archery instructor course which teaches you to deliver fun and safe introductory
    archery sessions for beginners

    Booking details tba directly with provider

Looking for blended first aid?

Our friends in ScoutsCymru run the live facilitated sessions every month – please see the ScoutsCymru events calendar for dates.