Youth Programs

More than half of our volunteers are aged less than 25 years, making our cadet and junior members an integral part of our organisation. We provide fun, safe and supportive opportunities for young people to develop their skills, engage in the provision of community first aid services, and earn proficiency badges and awards.

Our Junior (8 – 11 years) and Cadet (11 – 17 years) volunteers are part of a National Youth Organisation. Our young volunteers learn first aid, communication, teamwork and leadership skills. Once they have completed training, they may attend certain first aid duties under the supervision of an adult volunteer.

There are various excursions and camps for Juniors and Cadets on an interstate and international level. It's a great opportunity to meet other volunteers, learn new things, participate in competitions and most importantly, have fun!

Many of our young volunteers have found St John youth programs to be a valuable stepping stone for careers in NSW Ambulance, nursing or medicine.