Employee training and professional development are essential elements of our work at BGCTNV. Because our programs serve the youth in our communities, it is critical that our employees be skilled, knowledgeable, and confident in their ability to perform their assigned duties. In addition, we want our employees to envision a strong and lasting future with BGCTNV where each individual is challenged to achieve at their highest level.

Please use the resources below to familiarize yourself with state and organizational training requirements, as well as the professional and career development opportunities available.

Annual Training Requirements for Club Staff & Directors

Employees must be trained on several critical topics on an annual basis in order to remain compliant with federal and state mandates and funding requirements. These trainings are outlined and tracked for each employee in their BGCTNV Training Log, which you will receive upon completion of you New Employee Orientation.

In addition, Club-based staff must meet minimum training hour thresholds each year:

  • Directors: 18 hours
  • Club Staff: 12 hours
Training & Professional Development Offerings

Below is a list of training and professional development offerings available to staff:

  • YDA Learning Pathway: 12-month learning program designed to develop Youth Development Associates
  • Emerging Leaders Program: a yearlong, cohort-based leadership program for nominated staff to develop and sharpen leadership skills
  • All-Staff Training: a conference-style event hosted by Program Services 3 times per year; primarily focused on program delivery
  • On-The-Spot Training: a series of training offerings provided in the Clubs by Program Services staff
  • Spillett Leadership University: BGCA's free online platform for training and professional development; available to all staff
  • TCCOTS: the state of Tennessee's online training platform focused on compliance training
  • BGCA Conferences and Events: training, networking and development opportunities specific to BGC Organizations
  • CPR & First Aid Certification: American Red Cross certification provided by an in-house trainer
  • Other training as available