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<title>Volunteer Training - Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts</title>
<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/</link>
<description>Volunteer Training Opportunities offered by Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts.</description>
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		<title>Camp Runels 80th: Reception and campfire Only: Aug 06, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7412</link>
		<description>Camp Runels is celebrating its 80th anniversary and we want you to join in the fun!  Come celebrate the Camp Runels legacy with your fellow campers and staff and rekindle some old friendships while enjoying the out of doors.  Enjoy sparkling cider and cheese reception, Songs, Stories &amp; S'mores round the campfire.  

Reception and campfire Only</description>
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		<title>Camp Runels 80th: Day and Overnight Aug 6-7: Aug 06, 2010 - Aug 07, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7411</link>
		<description>Camp Runels is celebrating its 80th anniversary and we want you to join in the fun!  Come spend the evening or the entire weekend.  There will be a wide variety of camp events, activities and fun that you won’t want to miss out on.  Come celebrate the Camp Runels legacy with your fellow campers and staff and rekindle some old friendships while enjoying the out of doors.  
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		<title>Camp Runels 80th: All Inclusive Aug 6-8: Aug 06, 2010 - Aug 08, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7407</link>
		<description>Camp Runels is celebrating its 80th anniversary and we want you to join in the fun! Come spend the entire weekend! Join in the fun Friday night, stay over in a tent or a yurt, and enjoy breakfast at camp. On Saturday, spend the day at camp. There will be a wide variety of camp events, activities and fun you won’t want to miss out on. Celebrate the Camp Runels legacy with your fellow campers and staff, rekindle old friendships, make new friends, and enjoy the out of doors. Take a tour of camp, go boating, swimming, and hiking or just sit on the porch with friends. We’ll have an informal lunch, guest speakers and a more formal dinner. Round off your day with skits, songs, stories, and s’mores at Inspiration Point.  Sunday is Family Fun Day.  We’ve invited campers and all of GSEM to join in the celebration.  All Inclusive price – Fri/Sat/Sun, includes camping overnight &amp; meals.</description>
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		<title>Camp Runels 80th: Day and Overnight Aug 7-8: Aug 07, 2010 - Aug 08, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7409</link>
		<description>Camp Runels is celebrating its 80th anniversary and we want you to join in the fun!  Come spend the evening or the entire weekend.  There will be a wide variety of camp events, activities and fun that you won’t want to miss out on.  Come celebrate the Camp Runels legacy with your fellow campers and staff and rekindle some old friendships while enjoying the out of doors.  
Starting with an opening flag ceremony we’ll be spending our day at camp!  Come tour camp, go boating, swimming, hiking or sitting on the porch with your friends.  We’ll have an informal lunch and a more formal dinner.  Round off our day with skits, songs, stories, and s’mores at the Inspiration Point. 
Saturday day program, camping overnight and Sunday Breakfast</description>
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		<title>Camp Runels 80th: Day Only Aug 7: Aug 07, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7410</link>
		<description>Camp Runels is celebrating its 80th anniversary and we want you to join in the fun! On Saturday, August 7th spend the day at camp. There will be a wide variety of camp events, activities and fun you won’t want to miss out on. Celebrate the Camp Runels legacy with your fellow campers and staff, rekindle old friendships, make new friends, and enjoy the out of doors. Take a tour of camp, go boating, swimming, and hiking or just sit on the porch with friends. We’ll have an informal lunch, guest speakers and a more formal dinner. Round off your day with skits, songs, stories, and s’mores at Inspiration Point. Aug. 7 Day Only 
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		<title>Medic First Aid and CPR Blended Learning (Waltham): Aug 08, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7433</link>
		<description>This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. This course is recommended for students who have previous first aid/CPR experience and a willingness/ability to complete the online learning portion. Medic First Aid and CPR certifications are valid for two years. The course fee includes resource book, supplies, keychain CPR mask, and certification card. This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. </description>
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		<title>Camp Runels 80th: Sunday Family Fun Day: Aug 08, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7408</link>
		<description>Camp Runels is celebrating its 80th anniversary and we want you to join in the fun! Take a tour of camp, go on a guided hike, try some nature activities, carnival games and fun for everyone! This event is open to Campers, Families, Staff Members, and the Town of Pelham but pre-registration is required. Sunday Family Fun day.</description>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Waltham): Aug 11, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7230</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help ocassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Middleboro): Aug 11, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7196</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help ocassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (N Andover): Aug 12, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7179</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help ocassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
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		<title>Leadership Essentials (N Andover) FULL: Aug 17, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7181</link>
		<description>By participating in this course particants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership and explore resources to support its delivery including new grade level journeys, accompanying Adult Guides and use of existing program materials and badge books.  Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing.  Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteer colleagues.</description>
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		<title>Leadership Essentials (Haverhill): Aug 17, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7639</link>
		<description>By participating in this course particants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership and explore resources to support its delivery including new grade level journeys, accompanying Adult Guides and use of existing program materials and badge books.  Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing.  Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteer colleagues.</description>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Boston): Aug 17, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7150</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help ocassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
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		<title>Leadership Essentials (Waltham): Aug 18, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7235</link>
		<description>By participating in this course particants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership and explore resources to support its delivery including new grade level journeys, accompanying Adult Guides and use of existing program materials and badge books.  Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing.  Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteer colleagues.</description>
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		<title>Leadership Essentials (Middleboro) FULL: Aug 18, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7201</link>
		<description>By participating in this course particants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership and explore resources to support its delivery including new grade level journeys, accompanying Adult Guides and use of existing program materials and badge books.  Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing.  Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteer colleagues.</description>
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		<title>Medic First Aid and CPR Blended Learning (Bridgewater): Aug 19, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7598</link>
		<description>This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. 

After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. This course is recommended for students who have previous first aid/CPR experience and a willingness/ability to complete the online learning portion. Medic First Aid and CPR certifications are valid for two years. The course fee includes resource book, supplies, keychain CPR mask, and certification card.
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		<title>Leadership Essentials (Waltham): Aug 19, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7507</link>
		<description>By participating in this course particants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership and explore resources to support its delivery including new grade level journeys, accompanying Adult Guides and use of existing program materials and badge books.  Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing.  Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteer colleagues</description>
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		<title>Leadership Essentials (Boston): Aug 24, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7151</link>
		<description>By participating in this course particants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership and explore resources to support its delivery including new grade level journeys, accompanying Adult Guides and use of existing program materials and badge books.  Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing.  Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteer colleagues.</description>
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		<title>Troop Camping Skills Training - Tents (Waltham): Aug 28, 2010 - Aug 29, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7159</link>
		<description>This training will qualify you to take a troop camping on GSEM property, in tents or lodges and to cook meals outdoors. Plan to take Troop Tent Camping Skills 6-8 weeks before taking a troop tent camping so that you will be able to apply your new skills while working with the girls to plan your trip. Once the course is full you will receive a home study packet and pre-course work.</description>
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		<title>Troop Camping Skills Training - Tents (Andover): Aug 28, 2010 - Aug 29, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7210</link>
		<description>This training will qualify you to take a troop camping on GSEM property, in tents or lodges and to cook meals outdoors. Plan to take Troop Tent Camping Skills 6-8 weeks before taking a troop tent camping so that you will be able to apply your new skills while working with the girls to plan your trip. Once the course is full you will receive a home study packet and pre-course work.</description>
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		<title>Troop Camping Skills Training - Lodge (Plymouth): Aug 28, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7243</link>
		<description>This training will qualify you to help girls lead their troop on a camping experience in a GSEM lodge. A lodge is defined by the amenities, which will include a stove and flush toilets. You will also be qualified to take the troop to Brownie or Monster Camping events. This training will incorporate the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and cover safety and risk management, what to bring on your trip, menus and meals, Girl Scout program in the out-of-doors and fire building. You will gain camping skills that are girl-led through cooperative and learn-by-doing activities. You will learn how girls can Discover and Connect to the world outside through program activities during camping trips. Please note that your camping experience will require another volunteer who is a qualified First Aider. Take Troop Lodge Camping Skills 6-8 weeks before your first lodge outing with the troop. Once the course has filled to the minimum number of participants, you will receive a council email confirmation with pre-course work and a home study. </description>
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		<title>Cadette-Senior-Ambassador Level Workshop (Holliston): Aug 31, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7571</link>
		<description>Prerequisites: GSUSA Online Orientation, GSEM Orientation and Leadership Essentials. At these required workshops, you will explore the needs and characteristics of the girls of your troop's grade level.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Troop Camping Skills Training-Tents (Acushnet): Sep 11, 2010 - Sep 12, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7569</link>
		<description>This training will qualify you to take a troop camping on GSEM property, in tents or lodges and to cook meals outdoors. Plan to take Troop Tent Camping Skills 6-8 weeks before taking a troop tent camping so that you will be able to apply your new skills while working with the girls to plan your trip. Once the course is full you will receive a home study packet and pre-course work.</description>
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		<title>Troop Camping Skill Training-Lodge (Acushnet): Sep 11, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7570</link>
		<description>This training will qualify you to help girls lead their troop on a camping experience in a GSEM lodge. A lodge is defined by the amenities, which will include a stove and flush toilets. You will also be qualified to take the troop to Brownie or Monster Camping events. This training will incorporate the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and cover safety and risk management, what to bring on your trip, menus and meals, Girl Scout program in the out-of-doors and fire building. You will gain camping skills that are girl-led through cooperative and learn-by-doing activities. You will learn how girls can Discover and Connect to the world outside through program activities during camping trips. Please note that your camping experience will require another volunteer who is a qualified First Aider. Take Troop Lodge Camping Skills 6-8 weeks before your first lodge outing with the troop. Once the course has filled to the minimum number of participants, you will receive a council email confirmation with pre-course work and a home study. </description>
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		<title>Junior Level Workshop (Beverly): Sep 15, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7573</link>
		<description>Prerequisites: GSUSA Online Orientation, GSEM Orientation and Leadership Essentials. At these required workshops, you will explore the needs and characteristics of the girls of your troop's grade level.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (North Andover): Sep 15, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7572</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Leadership Essentials (Chelmsford): Sep 20, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7574</link>
		<description>By participating in this course particants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership and explore resources to support its delivery including new grade level journeys, accompanying Adult Guides and use of existing program materials and badge books.  Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing.  Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteer colleagues.</description>
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		<title>Medic First Aid and CPR Blended Learning (N Andover): Sep 21, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7577</link>
		<description>This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. This course is recommended for students who have previous first aid/CPR experience and a willingness/ability to complete the online learning portion. Medic First Aid and CPR certifications are valid for two years. The course fee includes resource book, supplies, keychain CPR mask, and certification card. This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. </description>
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		<title>Junior Level Workshop (Holliston): Sep 21, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7575</link>
		<description>Prerequisites: GSUSA Online Orientation, GSEM Orientation and Leadership Essentials. At these required workshops, you will explore the needs and characteristics of the girls of your troop's grade level.</description>
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		<title>Cadette Senior Ambassador Level Workshop (Reading): Sep 21, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7576</link>
		<description>Prerequisites: GSUSA Online Orientation, GSEM Orientation and Leadership Essentials. At these required workshops, you will explore the needs and characteristics of the girls of your troop's grade level.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>American Red Cross CPR Recertification (Franklin): Sep 21, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7578</link>
		<description>This course is only for those who have previously certified in CPR with American Red Cross and need to renew. Certification is valid for one year. Anyone serving as a Girl Scout First Aider is required to be trained in both CPR &amp; First Aid.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Medic First Aid and CPR Recertification (Bolton): Sep 22, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7581</link>
		<description>Standard First Aid and CPR courses are offered by certified Girl Scout volunteers and include adult, child, infant CPR &amp; AED and basic first aid. This course is only for those who have previously taken a First Aid &amp; CPR course and need to renew their certification. Medic First Aid and CPR certifications last for two years.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (North Andover): Sep 22, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7579</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>American Red Cross Blended Learning (Franklin): Sep 22, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7580</link>
		<description>Standard First Aid and CPR courses are offered by certified Girl Scout volunteers and include adult, child, infant CPR/AED and basic first aid. Please refer to pages 36-39 of Safety-Wise for information on Girl Scout First Aiders, including accepted training courses and professions who are deemed as certified First Aiders.This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the three certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications.This course is recommended for students who have previous first aid/CPR experience and a willingness/ability to complete the online learning portion. American Red Cross CPR certification is valid for one year and First Aid certification is valid for three years. The course fee includes resource book, supplies, keychain CPR mask, and certification card.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Junior Level Workshop (Chelmsford): Sep 23, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7584</link>
		<description>Prerequisites: GSUSA Online Orientation, GSEM Orientation and Leadership Essentials. At these required workshops, you will explore the needs and characteristics of the girls of your troop's grade level.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Rockland): Sep 23, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7640</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Brownie Level Workshop (Middleboro): Sep 23, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7583</link>
		<description>Prerequisites: GSUSA Online Orientation, GSEM Orientation and Leadership Essentials. At these required workshops, you will explore the needs and characteristics of the girls of your troop's grade level.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Medic First Aid and CPR Blended Learning (Milton): Sep 25, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7586</link>
		<description>This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. This course is recommended for students who have previous first aid/CPR experience and a willingness/ability to complete the online learning portion. Medic First Aid and CPR certifications are valid for two years. The course fee includes resource book, supplies, keychain CPR mask, and certification card. This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. </description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>American Red Cross First Aid and CPR (Middleboro): Sep 25, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7585</link>
		<description>Standard First Aid and CPR courses are offered by certified Girl Scout volunteers and include adult, child, infant CPR/AED and basic first aid. Please refer to pages 36-39 of Safety-Wise for information on Girl Scout First Aiders. Certification courses from these organizations meet Girl Scout safety requirements: American Red Cross, Medic First Aid, National Safety Council, American Heart Association, EMP International, local rescue squads and fire departments. Equivalent training by other organizations may also be accepted. The following health care providers, whose licenses are current, may also serve as first-aiders for Girl Scout groups at level 1 or level 2 (as per Safety-Wise pg. 36): physicians, physician's assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, paramedics, military medics, or emergency medical technicians. Volunteers with these certifications and credentials may send proof to the Volunteer Development &amp;amp; Training Dept. so that it is added to their membership record.American Red Cross CPR certification is valid for one year and First Aid certification is valid for three years. The course fee includes resource book, supplies, keychain CPR mask, and certification card. If you register for a two-session course, you must attend both in order to be certified. If you are registered for a full day course, please be sure to bring a lunch.</description>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Westwood): Sep 27, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7587</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Medic First Aid and CPR Two Sessions (Reading): Sep 28, 2010 - Sep 30, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7588</link>
		<description>Standard First Aid and CPR courses are offered by certified Girl Scout volunteers and include adult, child, infant CPR/AED and basic first aid. Please refer to pages 36-39 of Safety-Wise for information on Girl Scout First Aiders. Certification courses from these organizations meet Girl Scout safety requirements: American Red Cross, Medic First Aid, National Safety Council, American Heart Association, EMP International, local rescue squads and fire departments. Equivalent training by other organizations may also be accepted. The following health care providers, whose licenses are current, may also serve as first-aiders for Girl Scout groups at level 1 or level 2 (as per Safety-Wise pg. 36): physicians, physician's assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, paramedics, military medics, or emergency medical technicians. Volunteers with these certifications and credentials may send proof to the Volunteer Development &amp;amp; Training Dept. so that it is added to their membership record.Medic First Aid &amp;amp; CPR certifications are valid for two years. The course fee includes resource book, supplies, keychain CPR mask, and certification card. If you are registered for a full day course, please be sure to bring a lunch.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Boston): Sep 28, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7589</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Medic First Aid and CPR Blended Learning (Bedford): Sep 29, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7591</link>
		<description>This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. This course is recommended for students who have previous first aid/CPR experience and a willingness/ability to complete the online learning portion. Medic First Aid and CPR certifications are valid for two years. The course fee includes resource book, supplies, keychain CPR mask, and certification card. This is a two-part course. The first part is done online and the second part is a hands-on skills session with an instructor. Register for the course at least one week before the hands-on classroom session. You will be emailed the directions for online training portion no less than one week before the course. You should bring the certificates of completion to the hands-on session. After completion of this course, you will have both First Aid and CPR certifications. </description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Maynard): Sep 29, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7590</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Leadership Essentials (N Andover): Sep 30, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7668</link>
		<description>By participating in this course particants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership and explore resources to support its delivery including new grade level journeys, accompanying Adult Guides and use of existing program materials and badge books.  Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing.  Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteer colleagues.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Sherborn): Sep 30, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7592</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Sandwich): Sep 30, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7594</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>GSEM Orientation (Acushnet): Sep 30, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7593</link>
		<description>This course is for volunteers who will work with girls in a troop.  It includes information for volunteers who will work with troops regularly, and those who will help occassionally.  Troop program in GSEM, troop operations and community support are covered. Prerequisite:  GSUSA Online Orientation</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Daisy Level Workshop (Billerica): Sep 30, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7595</link>
		<description>Prerequisites: GSUSA Online Orientation, GSEM Orientation and Leadership Essentials. At these required workshops, you will explore the needs and characteristics of the girls of your troop's grade level.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Medic First Aid and CPR Recertification (Waltham): Oct 02, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?id=7582</link>
		<description>Standard First Aid and CPR courses are offered by certified Girl Scout volunteers and include adult, child, infant CPR &amp; AED and basic first aid. This course is only for those who have previously taken a First Aid &amp; CPR course and need to renew their certification. Medic First Aid and CPR certifications last for two years.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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