Module A provides you with some essential information about being a Young Leader along.This module needs to be completed within 3 months of becoming a Young Leader.If you are already a YL and did not have access to the training courses then please book onto the next available Module A course or contact the DESC to arrange your training.
Young Leaders will learn about leadership styles, when to use particular styles and the role of the leader.
Young Leaders will explore different ways of instructing younger members.
Young Leaders will learn how to deal with difficult behaviour situations in their section and the possible causes of bad behaviour.
This module aims to teach Young Leaders the importance of using games as a programming tool in their section. It illustrates different types of games and shows how they can be appropriate to different circumstances and times.
Young Leaders learn to identify the special needs of members in their section. After this module, they will understand the importance of making adjustments in their programmes to take these needs into account.
Modules G & H tackle an important area of section leadership - programme planning. The focus of these modules is looking at the concept of the Balanced Programme. Young Leaders will initially plan a section meeting. They will then look at long-term programme planning issues. Module G should be completed before Module H is begun.
Modules G & H tackle an important area of section leadership - programme planning. The focus of these modules is looking at the concept of the Balanced Programme. Young Leaders will initially plan a section meeting. They will then look at long-term programme planning issues. Module G should be completed before Module H is begun.
In all sections, input from the members is crucial to success. This module explores another important leadership function - how to communicate effectively with young people and how to listen to them. Once Young Leaders have acquired these skills, they will be able to make a valuable contribution to the health and well-being of the section in which they are working.
Module J looks at all of the awards and badges that are available in the three younger sections. Young Leaders will learn how each of these awards can compliment the Balanced Programme and offer challenge and adventure to beaver scouts, cub scouts and scouts.
Module K uses a well tested and established training course, the First Response course, to teach emergency aid to the Young Leaders.
Alternatives to the First Response course include gaining stage 4 of the Emergency Aid Staged Activity Badge, the Lifesaver Activity Badge for the explorer scout section or an equivalent recognised qualification.
A log book is available to download using this link. This can help you to record your activities and progress as you work towards completing your Young Leader training modules and missions.