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Every Leader deserves training so s/he can successfully deliver the scouting program!
- Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained
when they have completed Youth Protection, New Leader Essentials,
Scoutmaster Specific Training, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader
Skills.
- Pack or Troop Committee Members are considered trained when they
have completed Youth Protection, New Leader Essentials, and Committee
Specific Training.
Training of adults to successfully deliver the Boy Scout program has
evolved into a well-presented, thorough, curriculum of courses to be
completed in sequence. Here are the courses you need to fulfill your
commitment of an adult leader.
Fast Start Training
The first step for any new adult volunteer in a Pack or Troop, no matter
what the position may be. The Fast Start training is short and should
be taken as soon as possible after you have accepted a leadership
position. The Fast Start program has been designed to provide an
immediate comfort level for new leaders and enables them to say, 'I can
do this!', but it should be soon followed by more comprehensive
training.
Youth Protection Training
YPT ensures boys involved in scouting are kept safe. At
least one adult on every Scout outing must be Youth Protection Trained.
Before being involved with boys, EVERY adult should complete Youth Protection Online.
The Boy Scouts of America has a set of videotapes to help teach boys
about protecting themselves against abuse. These videos help boys
recognize dangerous situations and avoid becoming victims.
The video 'It Happened to Me' is designed for Cub Scouts, boys
ages 6 to 10, to view with their parents or guardians. The video
presents five scenarios of situations that boys may encounter. It
establishes safety rules that help the boys counteract the fear and
shame that can result from abusive situations. Cub Scout Meeting Guide: It Happened to Me
'A Time to Tell' is designed for Boy Scouts, boys ages 11 to 14.
This video depicts risks of sexual abuse through dramatizations of
adolescent experiences. Troop Meeting Guide: A Time to Tell
A third video, 'Youth Protection: Personal Safety Awareness', is
designed for any young person in the 14 to 20 age range. It is made up
of vignettes dealing with the issues of acquaintance rape, Internet
safety, stalking, and fraternization. Each scenario is followed by
instructions for local group discussions and a teen panel discussion,
with pertinent advice regarding each situation.
To obtain a copy of any of the above videos, contact the council service center - Find Service Center
Remember, any case of abuse is one too many!
New Leader Essentials
The next step in training for adult leaders who have completed Fast
Start Training. New Leader Essentials is an introductory session that
highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting.
It addresses how these aims and methods are reached in an
age-appropriate style within Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity
Scouting, and Venturing. Videos, discussions, and hands-on reinforcement
are presented during the 90-minute training session. Ideally, all
unit-based volunteers-Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturing
leaders-take this session at the same time, so they understand that
they are all striving for the same results with the youth they serve.
Each leader completes New Leader Essentials training only once.
Leader Specific Training
Once a volunteer has a solid overview of the scouting program,
training for a specific Scouting position continues through Leader
Specific training. This training provides the specialized knowledge a
new leader needs to assume a leadership role. Because each course is
designed for a specific leadership position, the training time varies.
This training is classroom-led. Leader Specific training has been
developed for the following positions and their assistants:
- Scoutmasters - 3 sessions of 2.5 hours each
- Troop committee members - 3 hours
Outdoor Leader Skills
Outdoor skills are critical to the success of the Scouting program.
Training in outdoor skills is required before taking scouts on outings.
- Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills will provide
Boy Scout leaders with the basic outdoor skills information needed to
start and guide a program the right way. Completion of this course is
the required outdoor training for all Scoutmasters and assistant
Scoutmasters. The skills taught are based on the outdoor skills found in
The Boy Scout Handbook. The course is normally a day and a half long
and conducted at a local scout camp on a weekend.
- BALOO - Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation for
Cub Scout leaders is a one-day training event that introduces
participants to the skills needed to plan and conduct Pack outdoor
activities, particularly pack camping. This training is required for any
adult who is in charge of planning a pack campout, and it is required
that at least one adult per pack complete BALOO training in order to
apply for tour permits. BALOO training is offered by individual
districts.
- OWL - Outdoor Webelos Leader Training is for all
Webelos leaders. This training course covers the skills & resources
needed to teach the outdoor activity badges and helps to provide good
& safe outdoor experiences. Completion of this training is required
before a Webelos den can go on a campout. This is district-scheduled
training.
Supplemental and Ongoing Training
There are many more opportunities for volunteers to improve their
skills and understanding of the Boy Scout program. Some are required
before holding certain types of events.
- Wood Badge: Advanced training in leadership and team
development, bringing together all programs - Cub Scouting, Boy
Scouting, and Venturing. By pooling their ideas, sharing meaningful
experiences, and learning from highly qualified instructors,
participants will return to their home units with new skills and
resources, greater confidence, and deeper dedication to deliver the
values of Scouting. This training includes approximately six days of
instruction that are often held as two 3-day weekend sessions, followed
by working on the goals the participant sets for him or herself. Each
council organizes and schedules sessions as needed.
- Monthly RoundTable: A leaders' meeting held in each
district where leaders find information about upcoming district and
council events and learn ways to improve the program. Most Roundtables
will cover material based on participants' interest. Leaders can learn a
new skill or get advice on how to solve a problem. Participation at
Roundtables is required for some square knot awards.
- Hazardous Weather: planning and decision making regarding weather for a safe outing. Can be taken online at BSA Hazardous Weather
- Safe Swim Defense: introduction to BSA water safety
policies. When taught in-person, takes about 20-30 minutes and
participants receive a completion card good for 2 years. Swimming events
require Safe Swim Defense trained leaders. Can be taken online at BSA Aquatics
- Safety Afloat: introduction to BSA boating policies.
In-person training takes about 20-30 minutes and participants receive a
completion card good for 2 years. Water craft events required Safety
Afloat trained leaders. Can be taken online at BSA Aquatics
- Climb On Safely: This training lasts about 45 minutes
and provides all the information you need to meet the minimum
requirements for a climbing activity. This does not consist of any
training or certifications in climbing, but provides the essential
components of a safe outing.
- Philmont Training Center is the national training
center at Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico. The training
center offers a wide selection of 6-day courses, covering all aspects of
Scouting operations, and generally training those who will bring the
program back to train the rest of their unit.
- CPR Certification: Normally not offered through a BSA
unit, but at least two currently CPR certified adults are required on
many high adventure outings. Online CPR Training
- First Aid Certification: Normally not offered through
a BSA unit, but at least two currently first aid certified adults are
required on many high adventure outings.
Assess yourself with the Boy Scout Leader Assessment Tool
- The intended audience for this self-assessment tool is adult Boy
Scout leaders, specifically scoutmasters, assistant scoutmasters, troop
committee members, Boy Scout commissioners, and Boy Scout trainers. This
tool is designed to help you assess your strengths and weaknesses in
regard to the current Boy Scout leader training courses.
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