Training Courses Guide for Volunteers
Volunteers who give their time to Cooperative Extension are privy to various resources and trainings designed to keep volunteers, program participants, and staff safe while serving the mission.
In addition, if you have questions on any training requirements, training accessibility, in-person availability, or issues, please reach out to us by clicking the button below.
All Volunteers Trainings
Who takes it: All volunteers
Recertification Period: Every 2 years
Cost: $0
Policy Information: VIEW POLICY HERE
Link to Training: ACCESS TRAINING HERE
Role Variant Trainings
Who takes it: All New 4-H Volunteers
Recertification Period: One Time
Cost: $0
Policy Information: VIEW POLICY HERE
Link to Training: ACCESS TRAINING HERE
Who takes it: 4H Certified Leader Volunteers working with youth unsupervised
Recertification Period: Every 3 years
Cost: $0
Policy Information: VIEW POLICY HERE
Link to Training: ACCESS TRAINING HERE
Who this is for: 4-H Volunteers, new and experienced
Recertification Period: Initial Orientation and As Needed
Cost: $0
Policy Information: VIEW POLICY HERE
Link to Trainings Playlist: ACCESS TRAINING HERE
Who takes it: Volunteers driving on University Business
Recertification Period: Every 4 years
Cost: $0
Policy Information: VIEW POLICY HERE
Link to Training: ACCESS TRAINING HERE
Who takes it: New volunteers training to become Master Gardeners
Recertification Period: One Time Class
Cost: Varies by County. ~$200-$375
Policy Information: The fee paid to take the Master Gardener program certification is utilized for books, materials, uniforms, name badges, and other items for the incoming MG. Scholarships may be available for residents who need financial assistance.
Taking the Training: Each training is hosted locally by county, and start at various times of the year. Please contact your local Master Gardener program staff for more information.
Who takes it: All volunteers who handle money
Recertification Period: Every 2 years.
Cost: $0
Policy Information: VIEW POLICY HERE
Link to Training: ACCESS TRAINING HERE
Who takes it: All volunteers who handle payment/credit cards
Recertification Period: Every year.
Cost: $0
Policy Information: VIEW POLICY HERE
Link to Training: ACCESS TRAINING HERE
**Special Note: After completion of training, volunteers must sign and return the Awareness Acknowledgement to program staff BEFORE receiving any card payments. Staff will send document to Treasury Office.
Who takes it: Volunteers working with youth unsupervised
Recertification Period: Every 2 years
Cost: $0
Policy Information: VIEW POLICY HERE
Link to Training: ACCESS TRAINING HERE
Instructions to Complete the Training: View Instructions Here