Training

Compulsory Courses

• Child Protection
  
• CGI Basic
  

  Ensures volunteers have the skills and resources to run a challenging, varied and fun programme of activities for the young people in their Unit. This training also provides an insight into the Guiding methodology.

• First Aid
  

  Volunteers complete recognised basic first aid training provided by organisations such as Red Cross, Order of Malta etc.

Additional Courses

• Camp Warrant
  

  Provides volunteers with the skills to run quality camps and residentials for young people. Involves two weekends and follow-up assessment.

• Northern Region Training Events
  

  Skills Course 2nd Part
  Basic Course
  Child Protection Training

• CGI Intermediate
  

  A follow-up to the CGI Basic course, a personal development course allowing volunteers develop their communication and leadership skills.

• Train the Trainer
  

  This course is completed by volunteers within CGI who wish to be trainers, or members of training teams.

• CGI Advanced / An Dushlan
  

  A follow-up to the CGI Intermediate course, allowing experienced Guiders to devlop the skills needed when volunteering with CGI at a committee level.

• Unit Leader
  

  Designed for individuals who have responsibility for co-ordinating Cygnet, Brigin, Guide and Ranger companies under the Unit structure.