Training

Why should I get trained for my position?

Do it for:

• The Scouts: They deserve a trained, knowledgeable leader.
• The Scout's Parents: They expect the person leading their child to be trained, prepared and knowledgeable.
• Because the IMPACT you will have on YOUTH is HUGE. You are a role model and a leader; take advantage of the training available to you to get the skills and knowledge you should have.
• Yourself: You will learn and be a more confident leader and better person.
• The FUN of it: You want (need) to have fun too!

In short, you will be able to deliver a better program (productive fun meetings, quality time with the Scouts, new games, etc.) A better program delivers a better unit. A better unit reults in a better person. A better person changes the world into a better place!

What Makes a Trained Leader?

Cub Scout leaders are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials and the Cub Scout Leader Specific training for their position.

Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials, Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training (Indoor), and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (Outdoor).

Troop Committee members are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials and the Troop Committee Challenge as their Leader Specific training.

Venturing Crew Advisors, Associate Advisors, and Crew Committee members are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials and Venturing Leader Specific Training.

BSA Adult Leader Training Roadmap-PDF Version of the above

E-Learning Resource Website:

• Cub Scout Fast Start Training
  
• Boy Scout Fast Start Training
  
• Venturing Fast Start Training
  
  
• Troop Committee Challenge
  
  
• Safe Swim Defense Training
  
• Safety Afloat Training
  

Online Youth Protection Training

Youth protection training is highly suggested, not just for all leaders, but any adult working with youth

Cub Scout, Boy Scout and Varsity Leader YPT (English)
Cub Scout, Boy Scout and Varsity Leader YPT (Español)
Venturing Leader YPT (English)
Venturing Leader YPT (Español)


Council Training

National Youth Leadership Training

University of Scouting