CPR/First Aid Training Information (Required)
A first-aider is an adult volunteer who has taken Girl Scout-approved first aid and CPR training that includes specific instructions for child CPR. All in-person troop meetings and troop activities must have at least one adult volunteer in attendance that is first-aid/CPR-certified.
Qualified Providers for CPR/AED & First Aid training:
Note: First Aid/CPR classes completed entirely online do not satisfy Girl Scout requirements for certification and do not offer enough opportunity to practice and receive feedback on technique.
What if I'm a healthcare provider with medical training?
The following healthcare providers may serve as Girl Scout First-Aiders if they hold current CPR certification:
- physician
- physician's assistant
- dentist
- nurse practitioner
- registered nurse
- licensed practical nurse
- paramedic
- military medic
- emergency medical technician
Chaperone Training
The Chaperone Course is a brief course that covers safety, roles, and responsibilities for adults traveling with the troop. This course is not required unless stipulated by the troop leader or service unit.
Youth Protection Training
578 GSCTX Youth Protection Training—Protecting Our Girl Scouts: Girl Scouts is devoted to the well-being of children through safe, positive experiences. This training provides curriculum that focuses on prevention of child abuse, sexual abuse, and child molestation for staff and volunteers who work directly with our youth members. This training course is required for any adult working directly with our youth members. Due to the importance of this training, begining May 1, 2024, all adult members listed on an Activity and Travel Applications (ATA) must have completed the attestation before the ATA will be approved.
Silver Award Consultant/Manager Training
This is a 30-minute course that can be taken through gsLearn for anyone planning to work directly with the Girl Scouts pursuing the Silver Award. Silver Award consultants work with members in their service unit, and Silver Award managers work directly with their troops. The training is the same for both volunteer titles.