Leader Training

Leader Training Every Trainee Leader and Rover Scout will embark on a five step journey to become a fully trained leader. Our new curriculum will be consistent for all leaders, as we prepare to support our Scouts on their continuous journey through the Youth Program. As you undertake your training pathway, you have the opportunity […]

Leader Training

Every Trainee Leader and Rover Scout will embark on a five step journey to become a fully trained leader. Our new curriculum will be consistent for all leaders, as we prepare to support our Scouts on their continuous journey through the Youth Program.

As you undertake your training pathway, you have the opportunity to implement your prior learning into your course, whether that is in specific actions for our Youth Program Leaders (Leaders of Youth) or supporting other adult members for our Program Support Leaders (Leaders of Adults).

Click here to download the Training Pathway Overview.

Click here for Training Pathway Documents (Updated 11 Jan 2024)

Click here for a downloadable PDF of the 2026 Training Calendar (Updated 26 Feb 2026)

Click here to download On The Job Phases information PDF

How do I apply for training courses?

A: To apply for a Training Course, you will need to fill an online Training Application form which you can find by viewing the Training Calendar and selecting a course. Application need to be submitted before the closing date of the course.

What happens if I withdraw from a course?

A: If you are unable to attend a course, you will need to email training@scoutsact.com.au or phone Training Services on 02 9999 9999. Withdrawing from a course may incur a fee.

  • Withdrawal before the Closing Date
– Full Refund
  • Withdrawal more than 5 days before the course
– Full refund less $20 administration charge
  • Withdrawal less than 5 days before the course
– No Refund
I want to change apointments. Do I need to retrain?

All training required to change appointment can be found in the Training Pathway Documents. The document covers the following:

Position Change Page Number
Leaders who are moving from Youth Program Leader (Leader of Youth) to Program Support Leader (Leader of Adults) 6
Youth Program Leader (Leader of Youth) who are changing appointments 7

 

If you would like to find out more contact us at training@scoutsact.com.au.