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Becoming a 4-H Leader

Becoming a 4-H club leader is an immensely rewarding volunteer experience. Children need caring, supportive adults in their lives.  We invite you to be that special adult for your club members. 

The three simple steps to become a club leader are:

  1. Read the Volunteer Application Packet and complete a 4-H Volunteer Application. 
    • Upon receiving your application, we will complete a background check. 
    • The fee for the background check is $15. 
    • The 4-H program will pay half of the background fee; the applicant will pay half ($7.50).
    • Mail or drop off your application and $7.50 check for the background fee to Weber County 4-H, 1181 N. Fairgrounds Drive, Ogden, Utah 84404.  Please make check payable to Utah State University Extension. 
    • If you have questions, call the 4-H office at (801) 399-8202.
  2. You will be interviewed by a 4-H staff member. 
  3. Attend New 4-H Club Leader Orientation. This two-hour orientation must be completed before you can become a 4-H club leader.

Once you have successfully completed the background screening process and attended New 4-H Club Leader Orientation, you are an official 4-H club leader and can begin your service.

Although New 4-H Club Leader Orientation is the only training required, it merely provides the basics of being a 4-H club leader.  All leaders are strongly encouraged to complete 4-H Core Training during their first year as a club leader!