Overview
gsLearn is GSUSA’s and GSNorCal’s learning management system for all online training. Access to gsLearn is only offered to volunteers who hold roles and have background checks on file with GSNorCal. Trainings are organized by learning paths, that are filled with courses. Each course is made up of one or more modules.
If you need to verify training, please see gsLearn Training Verification.
See the Required Volunteer Role Learning Index and gsLearn Troubleshooting and FAQs for more information.
We created a learning path for each volunteer role, which has all the required training for that role. We also have several course learning paths for volunteers to learn more about various Girl Scout topics and skills. The learning paths are organized into four categories:
- Service Unit Role Learning Paths
- Troop Role Learning Paths
- Non-Role Learning Paths
- Additional Learning Paths
Service Unit Role Learning Paths
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Advisor This learning path is for volunteers serving in the service unit advisor role. The service unit advisor coordinates the service unit team including facilitating regular team and volunteer meetings, annual planning, and service unit team recruitment and succession planning. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Membership Advisor This learning path is for volunteers serving in the membership advisor role. The service unit membership advisor partners with council staff to meet membership goals by recruiting and coordinating recruitment and retention specialists and ensuring recruitment and retention are priorities for the service unit. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Program Advisor This learning path is for volunteers serving in the program advisor role. The service unit program advisor recruits and supports event planners and adult trainers. They also support troop volunteers with program-related questions, training, and paperwork. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Treasurer This learning path is for volunteers serving in the service unit treasurer role. The service unit treasurer maintains the service unit bank account and financial records and assists with the service unit budget. They are also responsible for supporting troops in their financial management activities. | |
Learning Path: 636 Event Manager Learning Path for Event Managers. This Learning Path is required for volunteers running events where the person is responsible for the planning and implementation of the event and for the well-being of the participants. Learn to successfully plan and deliver a Girl Scout event for your service unit or the council. We are currently in the process of updating this learning path. Although the content in this Learning Path is still relevant, many resources and resource locations have changed. View the Event Manager Overview module for access to all the latest Event Manager resources. | |
Learning Path: 636 Recognition Coordinator The role of recognition coordinators ensures that volunteer appreciation happens in their service unit. They educate volunteers on the adult recognition process and both promote and facilitate the nomination of outstanding volunteers for service unit, council, and national awards. They can also organize local recognition ceremonies or appreciation opportunities. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Booth Coordinator 2026 This learning path is for service unit booth coordinators to learn about how they can support the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Please ensure that you are properly rostered as the service unit booth coordinator to ensure that you do not miss out on any emails or additional training announcements! For support in updating your role in MyGS, email info@gsnorcal.org. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Cookie Program Advisor 2026 This learning path is for service unit cookie program advisors. This learning path is required to gain access to Smart Cookie and other Girl Scout Cookie Program resources. *Note, this learning path is only available to registered Service Unit Cookie Program Advisors. For support in updating your role in MyGS, email info@gsnorcal.org. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Cookie Program Mentor 2026 This learning path is for service unit cookie program mentors to learn about how they can support the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Please ensure that you are properly rostered as the service unit cookies program mentor to ensure that you do not miss out on any emails or additional training announcements! For support in updating your role in MyGS, email info@gsnorcal.org. | |
| Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Fall Product Program Advisor  The role of the Service Unit Fall Product Program Advisor is to provide training, support, and guidance to troop volunteers on all aspects of the Fall Product Program including coordinating order distribution and distributing rewards. Learn all about it in this learning path. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Initial Order Coordinator 2026 This learning path is for service unit initial order coordinators to learn about how they can support the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Please ensure that you are properly rostered as the service unit initial order coordinator to ensure that you do not miss out on any emails or additional training announcements! For support in updating your role in MyGS email info@gsnorcal.org. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Recruiter Learning Series Service Unit volunteers play a key role in supporting the mission of Girl Scouting in their local community. Recruiters can spread the message of Girl Scouts to local schools and organizations and speak in a way that the council can’t- with the voice of a member of the community. Providing support and detailed training to these volunteers will effectively prepare them to speak about the importance of Girl Scouting while providing councils with on-the-ground support for recruitment efforts. | |
Learning Path: 636 Service Unit Rewards Coordinator 2026 This learning path is for service unit rewards coordinators to learn about how they can support the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Trainings are still being added and developed. Please ensure that you are properly rostered as the service unit reward coordinator to ensure that you do not miss out on any emails or additional training announcements! For support in updating your role in MyGS email info@gsnorcal.org. | |
Troop Role Learning Paths
Learning Path: 636 New Troop Leadership Option 1: Self-Paced Online Modules Learning Path for New Troop Leaders (Option 1: Self-Paced Modules). This learning path is designed for volunteers who are starting a new troop or stepping into leadership for an existing troop. It covers the essential information for both Traditional and Co-Op troop leadership and includes a mix of GSUSA and GSNorCal-specific guidance. Volunteers will gain a clear, confident understanding of what to expect and how to get started. Approximate completion time: 3 hours. | |
Learning Path: 636 New Troop Leadership Option 2: Live Webinar This live webinar is designed for any volunteer on the troop leadership team of a traditional or cooperative troop. It is especially helpful for those starting a new troop or taking over an existing one. The webinar is held on the first Wednesday of every month and lasts about three hours. This course may be completed in place of Option 1, the self-paced online modules (Course 636). Volunteers only need to complete one of the two training options, not both. | |
Learning Path: 636 New Troop Cookie Chair 2026 This learning path is required for NEW Troop Cookie Chairs and is required to gain access to Smart Cookies and other Girl Scout Cookie Program resources. *Note, this learning path is only available to registered Troop Cookie Chairs. | |
Learning Path: 636 Experienced Troop Cookie Chair 2026 This learning path is required for Experienced Troop Cookie Chairs and is required to gain access to Smart Cookie and other Girl Scout Cookie Program resources. *Note, this learning path is only available to registered Troop Cookie Chairs. | |
Learning Path: 636 Troop Cookie Volunteer Support 2026 This Learning path is for troop leadership who will need access to ABC, Smart Cookies to support their Troop Cookie Chairs. Upload for this group will take place after January 19, 2026. Please complete the final survey as part of this Learning Path for completion. | |
Learning Path: 636 Troop Treasurer This Learning Path for volunteers in the Troop Treasurer Role. Learn how to manage troop finances, open your troop bank account, collect payments, and support money-earning projects. | |
Learning Path: 636 Trip & Outdoor Advisor This Learning Path is for Troop Leaders and Trip & Outdoor Advisors, who are ready to take their troop out of the meeting place. The courses in this learning path will support you with planning for trips and outdoor activities while ensuring the safety of your Girl Scouts. Please be sure to submit the Trip or High-Adventure Approval form before any non-refundable plans are made and at least:2 weeks before local and in-state trips and events6-12 weeks before out-of-state trips and events6-12 months before international trips and events. All required trainings must be completed before trips and events will receive approval. | |
Learning Path: 636 Chaperoning and Driving Girl Scouts This Learning Path is for adult volunteers who hope to support and accompany Girl Scout troops as they explore their world. The course in this learning path will give you the information you need to support your troop leader and ensure that your Girl Scouts are safe and have the best possible experience. | |
Learning Path: 636 Troop First Aider This Learning Path is for adult volunteers who would like to be the Troop First Aider. Troop First Aiders are needed for troop/group activities, as required for certain Safety Activity Checkpoints, including troop camping, travel, and high-adventure activities. | |
Learning Path: 636 Wilderness First Aider This Learning Path is for volunteers who would like the role of a Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR). Which is required of at least one adult when Girl Scouts are participating in activities or events located more than 30 minutes away from Emergency Medical Services. | |
| Learning Path: 636 Event Manager Learning Path for Event Managers. This Learning Path is required for volunteers running events where the person is responsible for the planning and implementation of the event and for the well-being of the participants. Learn to successfully plan and deliver a Girl Scout event for your service unit or the council. We are currently in the process of updating this learning path. Although the content in this Learning Path is still relevant, many resources and resource locations have changed. View the Event Manager Overview module for access to all the latest Event Manager resources. | |
Learning Path: 636 Highest Award Advisor This Learning Path is for troop leaders and adults of Girl Scouts who are interested in earning the Highest Award for their program level. The courses in this learning path give you the knowledge to support your Girl Scouts in making a lasting impact to change the world. |
Non-Role Learning Paths
Learning Path: 636 Girl Scout Cookie Program Overview 2026 This learning path is for Troop Leaders, Troop Helpers, and other volunteer roles to learn all about this year’s Cookie Season and what you can do to support the entrepreneurs in your troop. This learning path on average takes 30 minutes to complete. | |
Learning Path: 636 Gold Award The Girl Scout Gold Award is designed for Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts, typically in grades 9-12, and is meant to encourage them to develop leadership skills, make a positive impact on their community, and learn more about themselves and the world around them. Begin this learning path today and choose between the live webinar or recorded webinar to support the Girl Scouts in your troop trying to go for Gold! | |
Learning Path: 636 Silver Award The Girl Scout Silver Award is designed for Cadette Girl Scouts, typically in grades 6-8, and is meant to encourage them to develop leadership skills, make a positive impact on their community, and learn more about themselves and the world around them. Begin this learning path today and choose between the live webinar, recorded webinar, or GSUSA’s online course to support the Girl Scouts in your troop trying to go for Silver! | |
Learning Path: 636 Camp Out Course Complete the Camp Out Learning Path by completing the required online prerequisites and either the Camp Out Assessment or registering for the In-Person Camp Out Course. Please be sure to submit the Trip or High-Adventure Approval form before any non-refundable plans are made (at least 2 weeks before local and in-state trips and events, 6-12 weeks before out-of-state trips and events, 6-12 months before international trips and events). All required trainings must be completed before trips and events will receive approval. |
GSUSA Learning Paths
Learning Path: GSUSA Girl Scout Astronomy Club Training This Learning Path will give you a solid foundation to plan and manage your astronomy club. You’ll discover how to build your development plan and curriculum and lead activities for Girl Scouts of all ages, as well as learn best practices in several important areas: outreach, communication, engagement, and running meetings and events. This girl and adult training is part of the larger “Reaching for the Stars: NASA Science for Girl Scouts” program. | |
Learning Path: GSUSA Daisy Petal Badges This Learning Path is a fun and fast introduction to the ten updated Daisy Petals Badges. The Daisy Petal Badges are designed to guide Daisy, their parents and caregivers, and troop volunteers through their first two years of Girl Scouting and help Daisies understand the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Courses provide hands-on, age-appropriate activity ideas in the updated format of three steps/two choices for a wider variety and greater choice. |
Last updated on November 14, 2025