The schedule for Troop / Group Leadership Courses can be found in the Adult Development Course Catalog. Please go to the Adult Training page to download it.

Beginning Troop Leadership

Course Description:  This is the first course in the training progression and is required for all leaders working with a troop or group.  This course must be completed before starting troop meetings.  This course prepares leaders to begin meeting with their troop in regularly scheduled meetings. 

Course includes:

• Information necessary to begin working with your troop or group
• Planning your first parent meeting
• Where to get more information and help
• Selecting a safe meeting facility
• Organizing paperwork
• Girl recruitment
• The basics of the Girl Scout program
• Safety standards
• The leader’s role, financial management and planning
• Girl and adult planning
• The importance of pluralism

Fee: None.

Bring with you:  Paper, pen, questions, and your enthusiasm (3-ring binder and divider tabs, optional).

Program Levels:  Daisy, Brownie, Junior, STUDIO 2B

Pre-requisite:  Beginning or Basic Leadership Training

Course Description:  This is the second course in your training progression. Register for the age level appropriate to your troop: Daisy, Brownie, Junior or STUDIO 2B.  All leaders must complete this course within three (3) months of starting a troop or bridging to a new age level.

Course includes:

• Sharing with other adults working with the same age level
• Age level troop program
• Planning a troop meeting
• Behavior management
• Awards
• Activity ideas

Fee: None.

Bring with you: Note taking materials, questions, your enthusiasm, and Training Record Card.  The appropriate age level girl handbook, award book and leader guide are also recommended.