Adult Training & Events Registration Procedures and Forms

Training Policy

All volunteers will receive training for their position and be required to complete additional training that is designated as mandatory for their position within a specified time frame. Training will ensure that each volunteer has the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in her/his work.

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Registration Form

How to Register Online

We've provided step by step instruction manuals to help individuals and troop leaders register online for programs and trainings.

Registration Instructions

Registration is required for all council-sponsored training courses. To register, mail or fax the Learning Opportunities Registration form to:

GSWPA Edinboro Office
5681 Route 6N
Edinboro, PA 16412
Fax number - 814-734-7701

  • If the course has a fee, you must mail payment with your registration.
  • Due to the high volume of trainings, phone registrations cannot be accepted.
  • Confirmation letters will be sent via email (if provided) or U.S. Mail with any additional information you may need.
  • The deadline for registering for training will be two weeks before the date of the course.
  • Registrations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Trainings fill quickly — don’t wait for the deadline!
  • If after registering, you are unable to attend, please contact a registrar at registrar@gswpa.org or call 1-800-248-3355 ext. 1421.

Child Care

Babysitting is not provided. Small children may be distracting to both the trainer/learning facilitator and the participants. Please make arrangements for the care of your children while you attend a training session.

Punctuality

Please be punctual to ensure that all training sessions begin and end at the times indicated. Participants who miss more than half-hour of training will not receive credit for the session until the missed training information is completed through another training session at which time the training card will be signed.

Cancellations

Training sessions may be cancelled due to inclement weather, trainer illness or if fewer than 5 people register by the deadline. If a training session is cancelled, only those registered will be notified.

Refund Policy

Refunds will be given when:

  • The council cancels the learning opportunity.
  • The participant cannot attend due to illness, and a physician’s statement accompanies a written request for a refund.
  • The participant cannot attend due to a family emergency and an explanation of the emergency situation accompanies a written request for a refund.
  • A written notice of cancellation addressed to Registrar, GSWPA, 5681 Route 6N, Edinboro, PA 16412, is received at least two weeks prior to the event, unless due to medical or family emergency.

Notification for Accounts Receivable Conversion (ARC)

Checks received by Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania may be converted into an electronic debit for clearing. The creation of an electronic debit requires Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania to destroy the original check for privacy reasons. You will not be receiving your check back from the bank.

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