Welcome to the online orientation
for Team Volunteers.
Who should take this training?
Only those who are going to be a Class A volunteer need to take this online training. If people are new to Special Olympics they should attend a General Orientation by contacting Mark Wise to see when they are available.
Mark Wise
Director of Training and Volunteer Management
302-831-4669 or mwise@udel.edu
Thank you for taking the initiative to volunteer for Special Olympics. It is the driving efforts of our families and volunteers that have made us one of the most respected sports programs in the world.
The objective of this orientation is to provide the information necessary for our volunteers to properly and successfully assist Special Olympics athletes. It will focus on the overall organization of Special Olympics, as well as those duties specific to Team Volunteers. Please note that following the orientation there will be a short 20 question quiz. To pass you must answer X questions correctly.
The process of becoming a Team Volunteer
After completing the online training (including the quiz), you will have satisfied 1 of 4 steps needed to become a Team Volunteer. In addition to this orientation, the following is required:
- Fill out a Volunteer Application
- Undergo a background screening process (office will handle)
- Complete the Protective Behaviors Course (online)
At the end of the presentation you will find more detailed instructions on “What to do next”.
Let’s get started!
Begin Online Orientation