Training Descriptions
ADULT RECOGNITIONS
Adult Recognitions is a key to the retention of a volunteer~ learn how to fill out the BIO sheets and application forms for awards. Task Force members will answer your questions and arrange small group meetings if assistance is needed. Service Unit Manager and/or Town Adult Recognitions Chair are encouraged to attend.
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DELEGATE TRAINING
Newly elected volunteers will have a chance to review the corporate structure, voting procedures, and the policy influencing system. PREPARE FOR THE FALL COUNCIL AND ANNUAL COUNCIL MEETINGS
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ORGANIZER/RECRUITMENT SEMINAR
Organizers and Service Unit Managers learn the total job and skills needed for recruiting, interviewing, initiating volunteer applications, and placing prospective volunteers.
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PUBLIC RELATIONS COORDINATOR
Learn about press releases and photography guidelines. Get media lists, press release shells, the public relations calendar and more!
- Wed. Sept. 19, 2007 9:30am- 11:00am
- Thurs. Sept. 20, 2007 7:30pm - 9:00pm
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SERVICE UNIT MANAGER
As the town manager and GSCBC liaison, learn leadership and problem solving skills.
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TRAIN THE TRAINER
Do you enjoy working with adults? Would you like to train new volunteers to become leaders? Call Helene Nagurka @ 201-967-8100 ext. 241 to find out more about this exciting opportunity!
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CAMP CERTIFICATION
Whether you camp at Glen Spey or a non-council site, a good knowledge of the total camping experience is important. While learning the girl/adult planning process and camping skills, you will have FUN, yes.... FUN! Groups going camping must be accompanied by a Certified Camper. Fee is $20.00 per person for site fee and book. Additional food costs will be determined by the number of registrants.
Attendance for all dates is required to receive certification!
2007 - COURSE HELD AT SERVICE CENTER
Tues. Sept. 19 & 26, 2007 7:00-10:00pm
PLUS WEEKEND AT GLEN SPEY
Arrive Fri. Sept. 28, 2007 9:00pm
Depart Sun. Sept. 30, 2007 1:00pm
Please bring a bag lunch and wear comfortable clothing.
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CAMP RECERTIFICATION
If you were GSCBC camp certified prior to 1999, you must pass this course in order to continue camping with your group. Glen Spey as well as out-of-council applications will be denied without this recertification.
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FIRST AID TRAINING- American Heart Association
Reservations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Mail registration form from 'The Source' along with your check made payable to GSCBC to reserve a seat in class.
No phone or online reservations accepted.
Standard First Aid: If a group is going camping on an overnight trip, an accompanying adult must be a certified first aider.
Maximum participants: 24 adults
Minimum participants: 8 adults
Cost: $50.00 per person
First Aid Certification valid for 3 years. CPR Certification valid for 2 years.
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Please bring a bag lunch and wear comfortable clothing.
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ADULT COMPUTER COURSES - our classes are done for this Girl Scout year- IF you have a group of 5 or more and would like a summer class, please contact Nancy Wieme @ 201-967-8100 ext. 249
BRAND NEW THIS YEAR!
EEK- A MOUSE!
For the ABSOLUTE BEGINNER- a class to gently introduce new users to various computer concepts. Follow up sessions can be formed
FEE: $20.00 LIMIT: 10 MINIMUM: 4
2007
Jan. 22 Mon. 9:30-11:00 am
Apr. 9 Mon. 9:30-11:00 am
BASIC E-MAIL AND VIRUS PROTECTION
Everyone will set-up a free Yahoo! e-mail account to learn e-mail basics such as: reading, composing, forwarding and replying to messages; saving and viewing attachments and keeping your computer free from viruses and computer worms.
FEE: $25.00 Limit: 10 Minimum: 4
2007
Feb. 7 Wed. 9:00 am -11:00 am
May 10 Mon. 9:00 am -11:00 am
May 10 Mon. 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
If you have a group of 4 or more, we can customize a class to fit your schedule! Registered members of GSCBC can also request to join our GSCBC Yahoo Group!
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INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET
Take the introductory workshop and learn basic Internet terminology; how to navigate the web using your browser and search engines; and visit websites that will stimulate your curiosity and introduce you to the Internet's potential. This class if for those familiar with using a mouse, but little or no Internet experience is needed
FEE: $25.00 Limit: 10 Minimum: 4
2007
Jan. 31 Wed. 9:00 am -11:00 am
May 3 Thurs. 9:00 am -11:00 am
May 3 Thurs. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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INTRODUCTION TO THE PC AND WINDOWS
Hands-on experience for the first time PC user in a Windows environment. Course covers terminology; using a mouse; how to start, use, and quit applications; and how to navigate in Microsoft Windows.
FEE: $25.00 LIMIT: 10 MINIMUM: 4
2007
Jan. 23 Tues. 9:00-11:00 am
Apr. 10 Tues. 9:00-11:00 am
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INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL
Hands-on experience using Microsoft Excel. This electronic spreadsheet can be used for budgeting and numerical reporting.
Course covers the following basic spreadsheet concepts: entering and editing data, calculating formulas, formatting and printing worksheets.
FEE: $75.00 Limit: 10 Minimum: 5
Thursdays, Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 8, 2007
9:00 am -11:00 am
(Evening sessions by request)
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INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
Learn to make multimedia presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. Class will cover basic skills- creating slides, adding sounds and animation, and use of presentation software.
FEE: $50.00 Limit: 10 Minimum: 5
Tuesdays, Mar. 20 & 27, 2007
9:00 am -10:30 am
Groups of 5 or more can select a date to fit their schedule! Call Nancy Wieme for more information. 201-967-8100 ext 249.
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MICROSOFT WORD FOR WINDOWS - LEVEL 1
Hands-on experience learning Word for Windows, a word processing application. The course covers: creating, editing, saving and printing documents; formatting paragraphs and blocks of text; spell check; search and replace; managing files and more!
Prerequisite: If you have no experience with PCs or Windows, take the Introduction to the PC and Windows first.
FEE: $140.00 LIMIT: 10 MINIMUM: 5
2007
Tues., Jan. 30; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar. 6
9:00 am -11:00 am
Tues., Apr. 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22
9:00 am -11:00 am
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DIGITAL PHOTO FUN!
A two session class where students learn the basics of working with digital photos including transferring photos from camera to computer, learning about resolution for printing and resizing for email and more! Finally, have some fun editing and manipulating images using the newly acquired skills.
FEE: $50.00 LIMIT: 10 MINIMUM: 5
2007
Thurs. March 1 & 8 9:30 -11:00am
Thurs. March 1 & 8 7:00- 8:30 pm
Thurs. Apr. 12 & 19 9:30 -11:00am
Thurs. Apr. 12 & 19 7:00- 8:30 pm
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