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First Level Training Courses PDF Print E-mail
Fast Start Training
This is the first step in training; it covers the organization of a pack or a troop. Participants may choose to take the course as an interactive web based program or by video. Upon completion, the participant needs to contact his or her district training chairman or district executive.
  • Cub Scout Fast Start
  • Boy Scout Fast Start
  • Venturing Fast Start
Basic Leader Training - Part I
All volunteers within Packs, Troops and Crews must complete New Leader Essentials and the Youth Protection Training program before taking part in their program specific training. The course presents an overview of Scouting, including the organization's mission, aims, and methods. It also provides new leaders with a look at the resources available to them through the Boy Scouts of America, and a clear understanding of Scouting's expectations of its adult leadership.
 
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Basic Leader Training - Part II - Cub Scout Leaders
After the completion of Basic Leader Training Part I, volunteers involved with the Cub Scouting program should take this course. The course is the next phase of a new Cub Scout leader's introduction to the Boy Scouts of America and the responsibilities, opportunities, and resources that will ensure a successful pack experience. Topics include:
  • Pack Organization
  • The Role of the Leader
  • Advancement
  • Den and Pack Program Planning
  • Webelos-to-Scout Transition
If a Cub Scout leader changes positions (for example, if a Tiger Cub den leader becomes a Cubmaster), the leader would take the training related to the new position. Cub Scout Leaders completing this training course are considered basic leader trained for their position in the pack.
 
Basic Leader Training - Part II - Boy Scout Leaders
After the completion of Basic Leader Training Part I, volunteers involved with the Boy Scout program as Assistant Scoutmasters or Scoutmasters should take this course. The course is the next phase of a new Scoutmaster's introduction to the Boy Scouts of America and to the responsibilities, opportunities, and resources that will ensure a successful troop experience.
 
Basic Leader Training - Part II - Venturing Leaders
After the completion of Basic Leader Training Part I, volunteers involved with the Venturing program should take this course. This training is designed to introduce Adult Venturing crew leaders to the basic information needed to operate a crew. The training is divided into five sessions:
  • Here's Venturing
  • Understanding and Protecting Youth
  • Leadership and Organization
  • Awards and Recognition
  • Resources and Program Planning
Venturing volunteers not involved with Safe Rides are considered trained after this course; Safe Rides volunteers should complete the appropriate Part III course to be considered trained.
 
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Basic Leader Training - Part III - Boy Scout Leaders
After the completion of Basic Leader Training Part II, volunteers involved with the Boy Scout program as Assistant Scoutmasters or Scoutmasters should take this course. The course familiarizes the leader with the skills that a Scout must learn from Tenderfoot through First Class, learn about health and safety procedures, and learn about nature. Upon completion of this course, Assistant Scoutmasters and Scoutmasters will be considered fully trained.

Basic Leader Training - Part III - Venturing Leader
After the completion of Basic Leader Training Part II, volunteers involved with the Venturing can take this course.
 
Advanced Level Training Courses PDF Print E-mail
Advanced Leader Training - Wood Badge
Once considered 'fully trained' within a volunteers program, leaders may participate in the Wood Badge training program. Wood Badge Training offers a unique opportunity for learning and for leadership in what some will call a mountain topping Scouting experience. Wood Badge is a comprehensive training course started by Robert S. S. Baden-Powell, founder of the Boy Scouts, to help leaders hone their skills, extend their understanding of boys and of other adults, and go on to new levels of personal growth and learning as Scouters. As Scouting has grown and evolved, so too has Wood Badge. Today, Wood Badge provides advanced training in leadership teamwork for adult leaders in all Scouting programs including Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity and Venturing, as well as district and council volunteers. Its focus is on leadership, not out-of-door skills. As the premier leadership-training course for Scouters, the course covers:
  • Contemporary leadership concepts utilized in corporate America and leading government organizations that are relevant to our values-based movement.
  • The skills Scouters will learn while participating as a member of a successful working team. The Wood Badge experience will help provide Scouting with the leadership it needs to accomplish its mission now and in the future. Course content is divided into five areas and includes:
    • Living the Value
    • Bringing the Vision to Life
    • Models for success
    • Tools of the Trade
    • Leading to Make a Difference
Last Updated on Tuesday, 11 December 2007 11:10
 
Supplementary Training Courses PDF Print E-mail
Troop Committee Challenge
After the completion of Basic Leader Training Part I, volunteers involved with the Boy Scout program as troop committee members should take this course. The hands-on training program is designed to help Boy Scout troop committees understand their roles and responsibilities. It is for the whole committee, including the Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters, and through games, case studies and discussions will help the committee work as a team to better deliver the promise of Scouting.

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)
The goal of BALOO is to provide the inexperienced leader with the skills and confidence necessary to venture into the great outdoors with his or her Cub Scouts and provide them with a great first-time experience. The course focuses on program planning and health and safety issues, and some basic outdoor skills.

Webelos Leader Outdoor Training (WLOT)
This course provides the outdoor knowledge and skills necessary to successfully run the Webelos outdoor program. It is designed for Webelos den leaders, assistant Webelos den leaders and other leaders working with the Webelos program. Bear den leaders who will be moving into the Webelos program should take this course before the end of the Bear year.

Trainer Development Conference
The Trainer Development Conference is designed for all Scouters who want to serve as leadership trainers. The course introduces trainer candidates to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for all Scout leader trainers, and helps them become familiar with the latest principles, methods, and techniques used in effective training.
 
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