1. Complete each of the following forms:
• Adult Membership Form (PDF)
• Background Disclosure and Authorization form
2. Attend New Leader Orientation, contact your Membership Development Specialist to schedule orientation
3. View GSUSA’s Online Girl Scouting 101 orientation at the following website:
• http://training.girlscouts.org/
• Password is aboutGS101 (case sensitive)
4. Receive Appointment/Agreement confirmation from Council representative
5. Register for and attend required training:
• Leadership Essentials (LE1) – within 3 months of appointment
• Program Level Training – within 6 months of appointment
6. Meet and plan with Co-Leader, obtain Troop list from Council
7. Hold parent meeting, register all troop/group girls and adult volunteers
8. Make plans and hold first troop/group meeting
9. Attend Service Unit meetings
10. Complete all other required leader training:
Trip Planning:
- prior to taking girls on certain field trips and overnight events
First Aid/CPR training:
- required for most Girl Scout trips
Outdoor Training:
- prior to taking girls on outdoor overnights or outdoor cooking
Extended Trip Planning:
- prior to taking girls on trips lasting more than 72 hours
Enrichment Training:
- classes are offered to enhance your Girl Scout leadership experience
Volunteer Carousel:
- full-day of leader enrichment classes offered annually in the fall
