Adult Training Information

The Council provides quality courses conducted by skilled and enthusiastic volunteer trainers. Our volunteer trainers are eager to assist you. Take advantage of as many courses as you can. The training you take as an adult volunteer will assist you in providing the best growth experiences for girls. Join other volunteers for fun and learning!

Registration

To register for training courses via mail or fax use the Training Registration Form, available in the Golden Link, and send to the training registrar at the Council office. No registrations will be taken over the phone. The completed form, along with full payment (if required) must be received at the Council office at least 2 weeks prior to the course. Late registrations will be taken after the deadline, only if space is available.

Online Registration

You can register online for training courses.

• On the www.gssjc.org home page, click on Adults (left side of page), then click on course offerings (right side of page), an alphabetical listing of courses will come up on the right side of the page.
• Click on the desired course, a list of available trainings will appear, scroll down to locate the desired date, location and time you can attend
• Click on the Register button at the top of the listing you choose
• Complete the credit card information and click Submit
• Click the submit button only once
• Look for your email confirmation of transaction

Register by Fax

Faxed registrations must include credit card information for courses with fees.  Fax the completed Training Registration Form, available in the Golden Link, with necessary credit card payment information to (713) 292-0340.

Instructions Regarding Training

1. Registrations will be confirmed in writing if received prior to the deadline date. If a course is full, participants will be notified immediately.
2. No walk-ins please! Non-registered participants place an unreasonable burden on other participants, the trainer and the training location. Trainers may be unable to provide materials for non-registered participants. Only those with confirmed registrations should attend training. Please phone the training registrar (713) 292-0238 or 1 (800) 392-4340 with questions about confirmations.
3. If you are unable to attend, please call the Council office at (713) 292-0238 or 1 (800) 392-4340 ext. 1238 to cancel. By canceling in advance, you allow others to register for the training. You may leave a message 24 hours a day.
4. Refunds are given only in the following instances:
   • Training course is full
   • Training course is cancelled by the Adult Development Department. (minimum number not met, weather conditions prohibitive)
   • Training date/time changed by the Adult Development Department to a time not convenient for participants.
5. Credit to another workshop is given if a participant cancels two weeks prior to registration deadline. Please call the Council office at (713) 292-0238 or 1 (800) 392-4340 ext. 1238 to cancel.
6. Children may not attend the training. Childcare facilities are not available at course locations, and children may not sit with an adult who is attending a course. Please do not bring children. For convenience, all required troop leadership courses are available in home study form.
7. Training is open to all adult volunteers. Girls may attend only if the training has been designed for them.
8. Fees for courses must accompany the registration form. Make checks payable to GSSJC. DO NOT SEND CASH. Financial assistance for training fees is available for registered Girl Scout volunteers. Financial assistance forms (F-134) are available at the Girl Scout Center, all service centers.

What to Bring to Training

• Registration confirmation card
• Leader’s guide and girls’ handbook for leadership courses
• Resources listed in confirmation card or course description
• Lunch/cold drink if training is scheduled through a mealtime
• Pen and paper
• A sweater in case the training facility is chilly

Get the most from your Adult Education Course!

• Arrive on time. Participants who miss course content may not receive credit.
• Listen attentively.
• Limit use of pagers and cell phones to emergencies only.
• Appreciate other points of view.
• Ask questions when you don’t understand.
• Participate in discussions and activities.
• No children. Participants who bring children may be asked to leave the course.
• Encourage others to participate.
• Share examples from your own experience, but keep your contributions focused on the subject.
• Think about how you will be able to apply the information being presented to your own life.

Additional Ways to Take Training

Home Study Training -home study courses are now available and may be ordered and paid for online (see above section "Online Registration).

Frequently Asked Questions About Training

Who teaches Girl Scout training courses?
San Jacinto Council trainers conduct most classes. These volunteers give their time to share their knowledge and love of Girl Scouting with all Girl Scout adults. Some specialized classes may be delivered by Girl Scout staff members, or by special consultants or experts in a particular field.

• Do I need to register for training?
  Yes! Registration is required. We encourage everyone to register early, at least two weeks prior to the class by completing the Training Registration Form and sending it to the Council office. Please complete all parts of the form. Encourage your troop committee to attend training with you.
• Where can I get registration forms?
  Registration forms can be found in each issue of The Golden Link. A printable Training Registration Form is available online. Print clearly and legibly.
• What will happen if I don’t send in a registration?
  Expect the following:
  • You will not be notified if the course is full, canceled or re-located.
  • The trainer may not have enough course materials to accommodate drop-ins.
• Why are courses sometimes canceled?
  Courses may be canceled due to:
  • Course minimum not met two weeks before the date of the course. NOTE: This often happens, because people decide to “drop-in” rather than register in advance.
  • Factors beyond the control of the trainer or registrar, such as a change in the availability of the location.
• What is the minimum registration required for a course to make?
  The set minimum for most courses is ten participants. Some courses, such as Outdoor Training, require a greater number of participants than other courses might. Other courses are occasionally provided to smaller audiences.
• What if I need to cancel from a course?
  Please call the training registrar as early as possible. Your call may give someone else the opportunity to attend the course.
• How will I know if I have been accepted into a course?
  If your registration was sent at least two weeks before the course date, you will receive a confirmation card. If you do not receive a confirmation card, contact the training registrar at 1 (800) 392-4340 or (713) 292-0238. If your registration was sent less than two weeks before the course date, you may not receive acknowledgement that you are registered.
• What do I do if my training session runs through the lunch hour?
  If your class runs through the noon hour, please bring a lunch/drink unless otherwise indicated within the course description. The Girl Scout Center has soft drinks available in vending machins for a dollar each.
• What if I have special needs?
  It is recommended that volunteers with special needs make their needs known when registering so trainers can prepare accordingly. Most of the facilities used by San Jacinto Council are handicap accessible.