Youth Services Leaders in Training program for development of leadership skills and confidence building.
The Leaders in Training (LIT) program is designed for youth aged 13-17 to develop leadership skills and gain valuable practical experience while having fun with children. It allows youth to give back to their community and earn leadership hours for school.
A Leader In Training supports City of Edmonton recreation leaders to run summer programs for children.
Leaders in Training Registration
Registration for training is now open. Visit MoveLearnPlay for details and to register.
Leaders in Training Outline and Overview
The Leaders in Training program provides an opportunity for youth to register into a specific 2 week block, where they will be given excellent training as well as a placement to try out new skills in a practical way.
Summer Program Training
The first Monday training session of your LIT Program (Optional if you've already completed it once this summer)
Skills You Will Learn:
- Behaviour Management
- Risk Management
- Arts and Crafts
- Sports and Games
- Songs
- Program Planning
- Intro to Leadership
- Communication Skills
- Confidentiality
Requirements:
- Must be registered for 1 LIT Program: 2 full weeks
- Must be 13-17 years of age at start of program
- Must attend 2 days of training, per registered program
Professional Development Training
The second Monday training session of your LIT Program (Mandatory for every LIT program you sign up for this summer)
Skills You Will Learn:
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Peer Mentoring
- Resume Building
- Interview Skills
- Communication and Listening
Requirements:
- Must have completed Level 1 - LIT Basics
- Must have completed at least 1 week of programming on-site
- Plan at least 2 activities, for example, a game, song, craft, to share/lead at training
- Help lead training - when ready
LIT Practical Experience Opportunities
LIT practical experience takes place Tuesdays - Fridays, unless it is a short week (it will then be Wednesday-Friday).
Green Shack Playground
Program Type: Free, Drop-in Programs
Locations: Neighbourhood Parks
Be active and experience a variety of arts, games, sports, and free play! Gain experience working with 6-12 year-olds in a fun and flexible setting.
Day Camps
Program Type: Registered Programs
Locations: Recreation Centres, River Valley Parks, City Arts Centre, John Janzen Nature Centre, Muttart Conservatory and the John Walter Museum.
Gain experience working with children ages 4-12 years old in a week-long themed program. Be active and experience a variety of activities including sports, drama, science and more.
Note: For registered camps, LITs must be 2 years older than the camp's oldest listed participant age.
Contact Us
Leaders in Training Program
Phone 311