Advisor/Volunteer Trainings 2025
State University 4-H Volunteers have an outstanding reputation for their commitment to the development of our youth. In order to maintain this outstanding reputation, Ohio 4-H volunteers shall continue enhancing their skills to ensure all 4-H participants have a positive and educational experience by annually attending two youth development training opportunities. Questions about your training status? Contact Abbey at averill.10@osu.edu.
Volunteers have until November 1st to complete their 2025 training requirements (if applicable).
In-Person Volunteer Training Opportunity
“The In-Between”: Year End Wrap Up & Prepping for the New Year
When: October 20
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Where: Geauga County Extension Office
Register at: http://go.osu.edu/2025geaugaadvisorsessions
Online Volunteer Training Opportunities
- Select and register for the course(s) that interest you.
- Complete the course training
- Email a copy of your completion certificate to the Geauga Extension Office by 4:30pm on November 1st.
University of Minnesota Extension
https://4-h-volunteer.extension.umn.edu/train/online-training/on-demand-online-trainings
University of Madison-Wisconsin
https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/resources/volunteer-resources/training-for-volunteers/
Note: Volunteers who have already fulfill their 2025 requirements are asked to wait until after November 1st to complete any trainings for the 2026 year.
New for 2026 - All 4-H Volunteers must be enrolled in 4-H Online by MARCH 15!!
http://v2.4honline.com/ If you forgot your password, please call the Extension office to have your password reset.
2026 New Advisor/Volunteer Application
The volunteer selection process takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks to complete and must be completed successfully before a volunteer begins to work with the Geauga County 4-H program. Therefore, please plan accordingly and return the application at your earliest convenience so that we may begin the process. To be an approved volunteer for the 2026 4-H year, the entire volunteer selection process must be completed by March 15, 2026.
Organizational Volunteer Position Description
Cloverbud Volunteer Position Description
Project Resource Volunteer Position Description
4-H Advisor/Volunteer Training Requirements
Ohio 4-H Youth Activites and Programs (Policy 1.50) Online Training Course
2026 link will be posted soon
Ohio State University requires all individuals (faculty, staff, students, volunteers, etc.) who work with youth to complete an annual Child Abuse and Recognition Trainings, Policy 1.50, newly renamed 4-H Youth Activities and Programs Training. A copy of the policy can be found HERE for your reference.
Volunteers must be enrolled in 4-H Online and complete this Policy 1.50 training requirement by March 15, 2026 to maintain their status as an OSU 4-H Volunteer with Geauga County. Failure to complete the trainings results in immediate dismissal as a 4-H volunteer. This training is in addition to the two annual training requirements set by Ohio 4-H. Should you need computer access to complete the training, contact the Geauga Extension Office to set up an appointment.
This training is conducted online through OSU’s Scarlet Canvas platform. Please instructions and link below to complete this requirement. Upon completion of the trainings, please screenshot your certificate of completion and email it to Wendy (ward.714@osu.edu) or Alisha (faudie.2@osuedu)
Instructions for accessing “Activities and Programs with Minors” (Policy 1.50) Online Canvas Course
1. Visit the self-registration link(s) below for the required course(s) you need.
Ohio 4-H Youth Activities and Programs Policy Training: TBA
2. Fill out the registration form. Name and email addresses are required. It is okay to enter “0” for phone number and zip code. Enter “NA” for title and company.
3. After filling out the registration form, you will receive two emails from Canvas Catalog. One email will ask you to complete your registration, the other will confirm your enrollment in your course(s).
4. After creating your account to complete required training, we encourage you to bookmark the login page at: https://scarlet.instructure.com/login/canvas
If you have questions about if you are enrolled in the course or have successfully completed it, please contact Kate Wells, wells.1614@osu.edu or Lydia Leeds, leeds.34@osu.edu.
Deadline: 11:59pm March 15.
Training Form
4-H Online CLUB LOGIN HELP FOR ADVISORS
4-H Club Organizational Lead Advisors will have the option to login in to view their club roster with projects. l receive their log in information to view their 4-H Club members by calling or emailing the Extension Office.
CLUB ADVISOR LOGIN HELP SHEET
Helpful tips for Enrollment 2023
ohio 4-H planning guide for in-person meetings & events
Effective June 29, 2020
STEPS TO ACCESS AND HOST A ZOOM MEETING
Annual Update Forms
2025 Club Secretarys Record Book - Due November 1 of current year
2025 Club Treasures Record Book - Due November 1 of current year
2026 Summary of Ohio 4-H Publication Changes
2026 Advisor Project Book Order Form
Club Financial Summary - Due January 31 of each year
Club Equipment Inventory List - Due January 31 of each year
Requirements for Multi-Year, Non-Livestock Projects
What Projects can you take in 4-H?
Across County Policy and Request Form Fillable
Program Participant Incident/Injury Report
4-H Club Fundraising and Community Service Guidance
Helpful links for 4-H Volunteers
4-H Advisor Handbook
Club Management Resources, Policies, and Procedures
Finances
Geauga County 4-H Advisory Committee Application
Open recruitment for committee membership takes place every fall. Interested individuals are invited to apply. Applications must be printed or typed. Applications are due by October 31st and submitted to the Geauga County Extension Office. Selected individuals will be notified in writing.