Trainer Development Conference (TDC)
The trainer development conference is part of a continuous process of updating trainers with the latest training methods, principles, and technologies. This conference is mainly for Scouters who will be delivering training to adult leaders as well as to the young people in Scouting.
The conference uses contemporary training techniques and emphasizes the importance of experiential learning, or "learning by doing." Most of the sessions not only demonstrate good training methods, but also give participants a chance to interact and actually practice what they have learned.
All trainers, including pack trainers, should participate in a trainer development conference. The council usually offers the conference as a one-day event. Your district training chair can provide details on the date and location of the next conference.
Who should come?
- Youth Trainers for NYLT, Venturing, Roundtable, Order of the Arrow, and Summer Camp
- District Trainers in Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Venturing
- Council Trainers for Wood Badge, JLTC, Youth Protection and all the other trainings.
- Commissioners--Unit, District, Assistant District, and Roundtable
- Any Scout Leader who wants to learn to communicate ideas better!
Limited entry to race car drivers! . Must be 18 or older. YOU should enter the race!
Learn
- Why and how we train leaders-and how to do it effectively
- How adults learn
- What's important about communication?
- Characteristics of a good trainer
- How to plan training
- What kind of arrangements do you need to make
- What kind of technology works best in any given situation?
- Computers in Training
- Flip charts & Posters
- White boards and Chalkboards
- The latest in training methods
- How tht put the "PIZZAZ.' into whatever you do!
A certificate for completing Trainers Development Conference is a requirement for being a member of advanced training teams in the Council including Wood Badge courses.
Participants are encouraged to be in uniform and bring their own pen or pencil. Handouts and program materials will be provided.