All adults who work with a Girl Scout troop on a consistent basis must be registered and must take leadership training which is a requirement for the leader and assistant leader. Volunteers who do not wish to participate in leading a troop must register and complete Volunteer Orientation.

Why do you need training?

The number one resource for the girls in Girl Scouting is the leader. The Girl Scout Program is brought to life by the adult volunteer! The quality of any girl's Girl Scout experience depends on her leader being prepared, enthusiastic, and interested. A leader is challenged to be with her girls in ways that invite trust, openness, and a willingness to work on a deeper commitment to giving the girls quality experiences in a safe environment- Girl Scouting! Taking on the responsibility for the care and well being of other people's children is the most compelling reason for training.

The first steps in becoming a new leader is to apply, When we receive your application, we will contact you with a list of Volunteer Orientation Sessions for you to choose from and attend. A list of local contacts will be given to you at the point which will  help you get started including: getting a troop number and providing you with a list of girls who are anxiously awaiting a troop experience.

Training Requirements:

After attending Volunteer Orientation, In order to lead a troop of girls:

Leaders must complete: Leader Training One (LT1) and Girl Scout leadership Experience for your level (Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, Ambassador).  You will need to select a Journey book for that level in order to participate in the course.

Assistant Leaders must complete: Leader Training One (LT1) and Girl Scout leadership Experience for your level (Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, Ambassador).  You will need to select a Journey book for that level in order to participate in the course

Training Registration:

Registration is a must for all courses and will be confirmed upon receipt. Please complete a training registration form (located in the back of this publication) and return it to the service center with refundable registration fee of $5.00 and additional fee for cost related courses. Make checks payable to Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. Registration fee will be refunded on the date of the course when the participant attends. Registration fee will not be refunded if participant does not attend course. If you have a question or would like additional information that is not posted here, contact Volunteer Development at 800-785-2090.

In the interest of providing a valuable learning experience for volunteer leaders and volunteer trainers, the council’s cancellation of courses may occur if:

1. Less than 5 participants are registered for a course.
2. The Girl Scout Service Center and/or Monmouth and Ocean County schools are closed.

Special Needs

Please call the Service Center at 800-785-2090 to inform us of any special training needs. We will attempt to meet your needs.

How do you pay for cost related courses?

Fees, if any are payable by check or cash at the time of registration. Make checks payable to Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore