TEMG Coordinator Resources
New Coordinators
2026 TEMG Database Tour
Projects & CEUs
Intern Training
Association Management
Frequently Asked Questions
Synchronous Module Reports
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Intern Training
Lecture Question QR code Printout
Guide to Training
Synchronous or Asynchronous?
Hands-on Activity Materials
Intern Workbook
The Facilitator's Role
Facilitation Guide
Materials List
Registration and Access Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Answer Key
Sample Module
New Coordinators
Leadership and Group Development Resources
Your Role as the Agent Coordinator
Handbooks- Policy, Procedure, etc.
CoordinatorHandbook
Coordinator RoleInfographic
The New Breed- Volunteer Management Book
VolunteerHandbook
Tuckman's Stages of Development
The Coordinator's Role in Intern Trainig and Onboarding
Association Management
Registration and Access Guide
Membership & Transfer Forms
Project Leaders
Awards and Graduations
Collaboration and Problem Solving
Bylaws
Projects and CEUs
What Counts
Project Leaders
Projects
- Activities that serve others and fulfill the mission
- Work on approved projects that involve multiple members of the Association
- Provide education to the public
Demonstration Gardens
Plant Clinics
CEUs (continuing education units)
- Educational opportunities for our own volunteers
- Education that equips you to better serve our clientele
The TEMG Mission: to improve the lives of Tennesseeans by promoting environmental stewardship, noncommercial food production, and human health and well-being through residential and consumer horticulture education delivered by a dedicated and skilled volunteer network.
FAQs
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Do we have templates for certificates and awards?
How do I register volunteers for the database and/ or intern training?
Can volunteers have administrative roles in the database?
What counts as project or CEU hours?
Preparing for Intern Training
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2-3 Months Out
1-2 Months Out
Month of Training
Facilitating Intern Training
- Logistical planning
- Meeting Space
- Class Fee (minimum $150)
Facilitating Intern Training
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Intern Training Web Resources
Hands-On Activities
Orientation
Continual Learning and Service
- May utilize provided lesson plans or local talent/ locations
- May be taught by certified volunteers
- Meet and greet with local group
- Provides consistent foundational content
- Contains required activities, readings, and videos
- Contains supplemental (optional) material
Web Resources
The intern training website is now housed in the database and is the hub for all things related to training. Make sure you are familiar with it and its components.
Refer to the Registration and Access guide linked here for help with access to the Intern Training Tab.
Yes!
Access them here
Check out the registration and access guide
Registration and Access Guide
1-2 Months Out
4. Plan Orientation Day This is the first day of training/ orientation. There is no lecture or instructional content. This week is for you to orient the interns to the class and get to know them. Help them login to the database for the first time and show them the intern training tab. Explain expectations for completing all the content. Make sure they know to do the Week 2 material before the next class. Activity Instructions are in the Facilitator Guide. You should plan to have several current MG Volunteers present
1. Complete Interviews and Notify Applicants
2. Intern Enrollment Register your interns in SUPER at least a few days before your first class. Use the guide linked here for all things relating to registration and user access.
3. Plan Hands-on Activities Read through the facilitation guide and materials list, and make sure you have what you need. These activities can be lead by a volunteer. If you would like to do a different activity or visit a local site, please do!
Yes, use the "user roles" page under the admin tab to assign them.
More Information
Time spent educating others through an approved project counts for project hours. Time spent educating yourself to better serve others counts for CEUs.
More Information
Hands-on Activities
- While the foundational instruction is provided for you, the experiential, interactive portion is handled locally.
- The Facilitation Guide provides suggested activities for each week, but you may utilize local talent and sites in lieu of them.
- Utilize local volunteers or other partners such as NRCS to lead the activities listed in the guide or other experiences.
2-3 Months Out
3. Collect Applications **The full application packet includes the cover sheet, application forms, and the schedule. You will want to make a schedule that reflects your county’s plans for all training dates and times.
1. Secure a Meeting Location and Set the Course Fee
- Please note that the minimum fee for the course is $150. The handbook and accompanying materials cost $100 per intern. Additionally, the estimated cost for the materials needed for the hands-on activities is $150; this does not include printing for handouts and worksheets.
Cover Sheet Templates
2. Promote the Program Use provided templates and resources or create your own while adhering to the UTIA Marketing Guidelines.
Application FormsThis link includes sections 1-3 of the TN Extension Volunteerism forms and an optional EMG-specific agreement at the end.
Orientation
- This is the first day of training/ orientation. There is no lecture or instructional content. This week is for you to orient the interns to the class and get to know them.
- Show the database and intern training tab and explain expectations for completing online classwork and in person activities.
- Make sure they know to watch the pre-lecture content before your next class.
- Activity Instructions are in the Facilitator Guide.
- You should plan to have several current MG Volunteers present to mingle with interns and possibly share about current projects.
Month of Training
1. Order Books at least 2 weeks in advance.
3. Create a SUPER event for your local training.
2. Intern Enrollment Register your interns in SUPER at least a few days before your first class. Use the guide linked here for all things relating to registration and user access.
- List yourself as an instructor.
- Register your interns for your event.
- Mark them all as paid and attended.
- Use the event module to count these contacts for delivery!
- Don't tag or include lecture speakers/ EMG workgroup members.
Facilitating Change or Problem Solving
3-2-1 Ask volunteers to list 3 things they love about the program, 2 things they want to change/ improve, and 1 thing they want to eliminate. Review and disucss.
Assessing what needs to be change and getting input and buy-in on changes can be tricky. Try these strategies to get volunteers talking and make everyone feel heard!
Round Robin Idea Generation Facilitate a Round Robin activity that is collaborative and inclusive to all ideas/ opinions.
Round Robin Facilitation Guide
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TEMG Coordinator Resources
New Coordinators
2026 TEMG Database Tour
Projects & CEUs
Intern Training
Association Management
Frequently Asked Questions
Synchronous Module Reports
Back to UTHort.com
Intern Training
Lecture Question QR code Printout
Guide to Training
Synchronous or Asynchronous?
Hands-on Activity Materials
Intern Workbook
The Facilitator's Role
Facilitation Guide
Materials List
Registration and Access Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Answer Key
Sample Module
New Coordinators
Leadership and Group Development Resources
Your Role as the Agent Coordinator
Handbooks- Policy, Procedure, etc.
CoordinatorHandbook
Coordinator RoleInfographic
The New Breed- Volunteer Management Book
VolunteerHandbook
Tuckman's Stages of Development
The Coordinator's Role in Intern Trainig and Onboarding
Association Management
Registration and Access Guide
Membership & Transfer Forms
Project Leaders
Awards and Graduations
Collaboration and Problem Solving
Bylaws
Projects and CEUs
What Counts
Project Leaders
Projects
Demonstration Gardens
Plant Clinics
CEUs (continuing education units)
The TEMG Mission: to improve the lives of Tennesseeans by promoting environmental stewardship, noncommercial food production, and human health and well-being through residential and consumer horticulture education delivered by a dedicated and skilled volunteer network.
FAQs
Click on a question to get an answer.
Do we have templates for certificates and awards?
How do I register volunteers for the database and/ or intern training?
Can volunteers have administrative roles in the database?
What counts as project or CEU hours?
Preparing for Intern Training
Click on the green boxes to learn more and access related resources.
2-3 Months Out
1-2 Months Out
Month of Training
Facilitating Intern Training
Facilitating Intern Training
Click on the green boxes to learn more and access related resources.
Intern Training Web Resources
Hands-On Activities
Orientation
Continual Learning and Service
Web Resources
The intern training website is now housed in the database and is the hub for all things related to training. Make sure you are familiar with it and its components.
Refer to the Registration and Access guide linked here for help with access to the Intern Training Tab.
Yes!
Access them here
Check out the registration and access guide
Registration and Access Guide
1-2 Months Out
4. Plan Orientation Day This is the first day of training/ orientation. There is no lecture or instructional content. This week is for you to orient the interns to the class and get to know them. Help them login to the database for the first time and show them the intern training tab. Explain expectations for completing all the content. Make sure they know to do the Week 2 material before the next class. Activity Instructions are in the Facilitator Guide. You should plan to have several current MG Volunteers present
1. Complete Interviews and Notify Applicants
2. Intern Enrollment Register your interns in SUPER at least a few days before your first class. Use the guide linked here for all things relating to registration and user access.
3. Plan Hands-on Activities Read through the facilitation guide and materials list, and make sure you have what you need. These activities can be lead by a volunteer. If you would like to do a different activity or visit a local site, please do!
Yes, use the "user roles" page under the admin tab to assign them.
More Information
Time spent educating others through an approved project counts for project hours. Time spent educating yourself to better serve others counts for CEUs.
More Information
Hands-on Activities
2-3 Months Out
3. Collect Applications **The full application packet includes the cover sheet, application forms, and the schedule. You will want to make a schedule that reflects your county’s plans for all training dates and times.
1. Secure a Meeting Location and Set the Course Fee
Cover Sheet Templates
2. Promote the Program Use provided templates and resources or create your own while adhering to the UTIA Marketing Guidelines.
Application FormsThis link includes sections 1-3 of the TN Extension Volunteerism forms and an optional EMG-specific agreement at the end.
Orientation
Month of Training
1. Order Books at least 2 weeks in advance.
3. Create a SUPER event for your local training.
2. Intern Enrollment Register your interns in SUPER at least a few days before your first class. Use the guide linked here for all things relating to registration and user access.
Facilitating Change or Problem Solving
3-2-1 Ask volunteers to list 3 things they love about the program, 2 things they want to change/ improve, and 1 thing they want to eliminate. Review and disucss.
Assessing what needs to be change and getting input and buy-in on changes can be tricky. Try these strategies to get volunteers talking and make everyone feel heard!
Round Robin Idea Generation Facilitate a Round Robin activity that is collaborative and inclusive to all ideas/ opinions.
Round Robin Facilitation Guide