Training

NEW VOLUNTEERS – Register NOW!

Training is required for all volunteers. There is an initial six-hour training required by CEF USA for all adult volunteers that is provided FREE of cost. The 2-session training is available during both day and evening hours. Each session lasts about three hours with breaks. These trainings are scheduled prior to each club season.

Note: Youth training sessions are available to students ages 12-18 who want to volunteer.

What will I learn?

At training, you will learn how to volunteer in an after-school Good News Club. This includes:

• Small Group Mentoring
• Teaching a Bible verse
• Leading a Song
• Sharing a Missionary Story
• Teaching the Bible lesson (IF you are interested in being a Bible teacher)
• Playing Review Games
• Guiding a child to Christ
• Behavioral management strategies
• And so much more!

What are the dates for training?
Training is held in September and January.

Training Schedule Options for Fall 2023
Session 1 (choose one)
Tuesday, September 19, from 6 pm to 9:30 pm
OR
Thursday, September 21, from 9 am to 12:30 pm

Session 2 (choose one)
Tuesday, September 26 from 6 pm to 9:30 pm
OR
Thursday, September 28 from 9 am to 12:30 pm

Youth Training
Ages 12 to 18
Monday, October 9 from 12 noon to 4 pm

Good News Club may begin
Existing clubs – the week of October 2
New clubs – the week of October 16

Training Schedule Options for Spring 2024
Session 1 (choose one)
Tuesday, January 30, from 6 pm to 9:30 pm
OR
Thursday, February 1, from 9 am to 12:30 pm

Session 2 (choose one)
Tuesday, February 6 from 6 pm to 9:30 pm
OR
Thursday, February 8 from 9 am to 12:30 pm

Youth Training
Ages 12 to 18
Monday, TBD from 12 noon to 4 pm

Good News Club may begin
Existing clubs – the week of February 12
New clubs – the week of February 26

How do I register?
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER/RSVP
If you have any questions please send an email to Melinda Grant, [email protected]

What do I need to bring with me?
Please complete your clearances and paperwork before attending training and bring your certificates with you. We will make copies of your certificates for our files and you will keep your originals. You will also need a valid driver’s license or form of ID. We provide everything else including pens and paper for note-taking!