Who are Young Leaders?

Young Leaders are effectively Explorer Scouts who choose to devote a large proportion of their time in Scouting to service in another section and may or may not wish to be part of an Explorer Scout Unit or attend regular Explorer…

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What uniform do I wear?

Young Leaders should wear the Explorer Scout uniform shirt or blouse and the Explorer Units Necker. 

What Training do I have to do?

Young Leader training is broken up into Modules and Missions.  There are a ten of modules that are designed to cover all aspects of training.  They help Young Leaders become aware of, and learn how to deal with various different facets…

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How will Young Leader training help me outside of Scouting?

The Young Leaders’ Scheme is recognised by the Institute of Leadership and Management as a Development Programme. The ILM is one of the UK’s leading providers of leadership and management qualifications. This accreditation shows the quality of the Young Leaders’…

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How old do I have to be?

Young Leaders must be between the ages of 14 and 18 without exception. Upon turning 18 if a young leader wishes to continue volunteering they must progress through the adult appointment process.