SCA Training

Training provides SCA Leaders & Members with tools and resources that are necessary for a successful experience. SCA Training brings people together from different program types and regions of the country to kick-start the season. This is the beginning of a learning process that continues at each of the project sites with localized training, continued interactions with team members, agency partners, and SCA staff.

Training is fast-paced, intense, and will require everyone to be engaged for the duration. Therefore, you should arrive well-rested and eager to learn. Remember, all hires are conditional upon successful completion of SCA Training.

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Expected Training Outcomes

  • Learn about the mission of the Student Conservation Association
  • Become familiar with the tools, technology, and protocols required for your position
  • Build confidence in your leadership abilities through practice and learning
  • Understand the goals and objectives of your position
  • Learn to maintain individual and team safety
  • Feel inspired, supported, and connected

 

Preparing for SCA Training

SCA Leaders will be sent a Welcome Letter by their hiring managers. The Welcome Letter will provide all the information you’ll need to get ready for training including a packing list, schedule, etc. If you are scheduled to attend a SCA Leader Training and have not already received this letter, please check in with your hiring manager.

 

Pre-Requisite Online Trainings

SCA hires are required to complete the following online training:

1. SCA Academy (LearnUpon Learning Management System)

  • Leaders will be invited to join LearnUpon, SCA’s Learning Management System approximately one week before the start of their in-person training.
  • If you do not receive an invitation to LearnUpon, please consult your SCA program manager.
  • Most leaders will be assigned approximately 8-hours of online learning to complete during the week prior to in-person training at a pace of their choosing.
  • These courses will serve as the foundation of your leader training and must be completed before arriving at in-person training. There you’ll continue to build on the concepts, policies, and practices discussed in the courses.
  • Leaders will also be able to access additional resources the course catalog in LearnUpon for on-demand learning or review of training material.

2. Driver Online Training

  • Required for leaders or members who will be driving SCA rented, leased, or owned vehicles.
  • Must be completed within 14 days of enrollment or prior to attending SCA Training, whichever comes first.
  • Must be completed every two years.
  • Leaders will be invited to join SCA’s Learning Management System and enrolled in the SCA Driver Training learning path which contains two courses: Driver Safety & Distracted Driving Prevention. Both courses must be completed before attending in-person training where leaders will complete additional driver training.
  • If you do not receive an invitation to LearnUpon, please consult your SCA program manager.

3. Mosaic: Prevent Discrimination & Harassment

  • Required for all leaders and members.
  • Must be completed within 14 days of accepting your position or prior to attending SCA Training, whichever comes first.
  • Must be completed once a year.
  • Self-register here: Complete the course & save your completion certificate.
  • This course has a minimum time requirement, do not rush or skip segments!