New Director Orientation Hybrid

The ACA New Director Orientation (NDO) is a course for seasonal or newer camp directors, assistant directors, program directors, and others moving into camp leadership positions. The NDO is an interactive course that includes activities, lectures, and discussions in a group problem-solving environment designed to address real-life situations at camp. This course covers five critical areas to help directors and supervisors develop the skills they need to be effective leaders. The core areas to be covered include:

1. Leadership and supervision

2. Camper and staff development and behavior

3. Staff training

4. Risk management

5. Evaluation and assessment

This NDO course will be offered in a hybrid model with participants needing to complete online pre-coursework, participate in a two-hour virtual course meeting, and attend the in-person training.

• Registration Closes: Friday, November 7 - Early registration is encouraged to allow adequate time to complete online pre-coursework. Registration includes course materials and lunch on November 18th. 
• Pre-Course Virtual Meeting: Thursday, November 13 - 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. CT
• In-Person Training: Tuesday, November 18 - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT at Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center