Officer Training starts for the July-December half in June. Keep checking this page - updates coming soon.
Training
District 55 offers both required officer training and additional training for all members on subjects you may not be able to cover in your clubs. Sign up for one of our upcoming training opportunities below, or access our extensive library of recorded trainings.
Upcoming Training for All Toastmasters
Additional webinars & trainings will occur sporadically throughout the year, so keep an eye on our calendar!
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Officer Training
Officer training takes place twice each year; in the summer and again in the winter. All Toastmasters are encouraged to attend, not just officers. You are welcome to attend any, or all, training. Details for Club and Officer Credit
Starting this month until the end of August, officers have the ability to gain or refresh the knowledge needed to create a quality club, lead your club to success, and to see how a club executive team works together. We are offering two different training formats this year, to get the skills you need and to earn credit towards the Distinguished Club Program!
Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI)
A Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI) includes Club Officer Training along with a variety of opportunities to learn a diverse array of leadership skills. They include keynote presentations, district updates, networking opportunities, and educational workshops. TLIs are designed for club officers and any member interested in growing as a leader and communicator.
Why Attend a TLI?
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✨ Ease into Your Role: TLIs cover roles & responsibilities as well as demystify tools like the DCP and Club Success Plan
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🚀 Enhance Your Club’s Success: TLIs equip you with the communication and leadership skills needed to make your club thrive
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💡 Learn From Experienced Toastmasters: Gain invaluable insights, best practices, and resources from seasoned Toastmasters
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🤝 Connect and Network with Fellow Leaders: Build relationships, share experiences, and collaborate with other Toastmasters
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📈 Stay Updated and Share Expertise: Keep up with the latest Toastmasters information and contribute your knowledge to others
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🌟 Contribute to Your Club’s Distinguished Club Goals: Help your club achieve distinguished club status, showcasing your commitment to excellence
Club Officer Training (COT)
Club Officer Training (COT) provides role-specific training for club officers and teaches the fundamentals of club leadership. COT may be offered as part of a TLI or as a stand-alone training event focused exclusively on officer training.
What's the difference between TLI and COT?
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Every TLI includes Club Officer Training.
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TLIs typically also include keynote speakers, district presentations, networking opportunities, and educational workshops.
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Stand-alone COTs focus exclusively on club officer training and are often offered as additional or make-up training opportunities. (read this online - is this how we want to position them?)
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Both TLI and stand-alone COTs award club officers with training credit for DCP points
Upcoming Officer Training:
Please register for an upcoming officer training. Our district is offering both in person and online training (see below).
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TRAINING DATES COMING SOON!
Check your training status here to verify we have you recorded as having attended training.
Additional dates for Online Training are available through other Districts. You must contact PQD@tmd55.org to get credit for training outside of District 55, please provide your Member Number, Club Name(s) & Number(s), Officer Roles, and Date of Training.
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Still Not Sure Why You Should Attend a TLI? Watch This Video
Officer Training Small Print
Officer Education Sessions
In order to receive credit for training, club officers need to attend all required general training sessions plus a 1-hour officer breakout session for your officer role. If you are holding more than one office or representing multiple clubs, you only need to attend one breakout session for one of your officer roles to receive credit for all. The Experienced Officer session (if available) will count toward credit for your officer role(s).
Club DCP Credit
To receive club credit, at least four club officers must attend the required three hours of training each semester. Both types of officer trainings are open to all members and provides a wealth of resources, best practices, and guidance.