Leader Training
Upcoming Training Events
View a list of all upcoming training in 2010-2011
Trainer Development Conference
For those that train and teach - You are cordially invited to the 2010 Trainer Development Conferences. These conferences are designed to instruct training staffs and any other volunteers with an interest in conducting a scout training session. The T.D.C. course is set up to teach trainers in all areas of Scouting: Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, Venturing, commissioner service and district and council operations. Participants will learn how to conduct an effective training course, the characteristics of a good trainer, different training styles, how to evaluate themselves and how to make their training styles more interesting for the audience. This is a highly recommended course if you are a unit or district training instructor. Every Scout deserves a trained leader. Every adult deserves training! November 20th, 2010, 1pm - Registration, Conference ends 1:00 PM. The event will be hosted at the St Paul's United Methodist Church, 4201 West 3rd St Bloomington, IN. There will be no cost, for more information, contact Melissa Head mehead@bsamail.org.
Cub Scout
Boy Scout
Venture Scout
Who is Qualified to Be a Trainer?
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Training is an essential part of being a Boy Scout Leader. In order for your unit to operate successfully and safely, all leaders must go through a series of training sessions. Some trainings can be done online through the national Boy Scouts of America website, while other trainings are done in-person with a qualified instructor.
Please read: 2010 Adult Leader Training Policies
Orientation Training
Fast Start training is required for most positions. It is designed to provide a quick overview of the position and cover the very basic essentials until a leader can complete Basic Position-Specific Training. Fast Start training is available through the Online Learning Center of MyScouting. Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online.
Basic Leader Training
This is Scouting provides an overview of the Scouting movement, including history, values, programs, youth protection, community involvement, training, and so on. The module consists of six video sections, each followed by a brief quiz. Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online. This is Scouting is available through the Online Learning Center of MyScouting. Estimated time to complete: 50 minutes.
Youth Protection Training provides an overview of the child abuse prevention policies and procedures of the Boy Scouts of America, including reporting requirements. Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online. This is Scouting is available through the Online Learning Center of MyScouting.
Advanced Training
Wood Badge
Wood Badge for the 21st Century is one the most enjoyable experiences in which a registered adult leader in the Boy Scouts of America has the opportunity to participate. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to attend the highest level of adult leadership training the Boy Scouts of America has to offer. Wood Badge is offered over two weekends Check back soon for 2010 dates. You must have attained certain levels of training prior to attending Wood Badge.
Supplemental Training
ScoutParents Unit Coordinator Fast Start
Staffing the District Committee
Health & Safety Training
Safe Swim Defense Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader must complete Safe Swim Defense training, have a commitment card (No. 34243) with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan.
Safety Afloat Safety Afloat has been developed to promote boating and boating safety and to set standards for safe unit activity afloat. Before a BSA group may engage in an excursion, expedition, or trip on the water (canoe, raft, sailboat, motorboat, rowboat, floating in an inner tube, or other craft), adult leaders for such activity must complete Safety Afloat Training, No. 34159, have a commitment card, No. 34242, with them, and be dedicated to full compliance with all ninepoints of Safety Afloat.
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Cub Scout Leader Training
What Makes a Trained Leader?
- Cubmaster Requirements: Cubmaster Fast Start, This Is Scouting, Cubmaster Leader Specific training, Youth Protection.
- Pack Committee Chair Requirements: Pack Committee Fast Start, This is Scouting, Cub Scout Committee Member Leader Specific, Youth Protection.
Position Specific Training is offered in a classroom setting several times throughout the year for the following positions:
- Cubmasters and Assistant Cubmasters
- Pack Committee Members
- Tiger Cub Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leaders
- Wolf and Bear Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leaders
- Webelos Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leader
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Boy Scout Leader Training
What Makes a Trained Leader?
- Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters Requirements: Boy Scouting Fast Start, This Is Scouting, Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training,Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, Youth Protection.
- Troop Committee Chairman Requirements: Boy Scouting Fast Start, This Is Scouting, Troop Committee Challenge, Youth Protection.
- Varsity Team Coach Requirements: This Is Scouting, Varsity Scouting Fast Start, Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills, Varsity Leader Specific Training, Youth Protection.
- Varsity Team Commitee Chair Requirements:This Is Scouting, Varsity Scouting Fast Start, Varsity Leader Specific Training, Youth Protection.
Position Specific Training is offered in a classroom setting several times throughout the year for the following positions:
- Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters
- Varsity Leaders
Troop Committee Challenge is the online Position Specific Training for Troop and Team Committee Members.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills covers the outdoor Scouting skills that leaders will pass on to youth members as well as skills necessary to plan and carryout successful outings and campouts. This training is offered in a weekend format with overnight camping as an integral part of the course.
Advanced Training
Wood Badge for the 21st Century is one the most enjoyable experiences in which a registered adult leader in the Boy Scouts of America has the opportunity to participate. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to attend the highest level of adult leadership training the Boy Scouts of America has to offer. Wood Badge is offered over two weekends (2009 dates have already taken place- check back soon for 2010 dates). You must have attained certain levels of training prior to attending Wood Badge.
White Stag, also known as National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an intense, week-long training experience held at Camp Maumee. This training is offered twice each year.
Wilderness First Aid Basics is an intense two-day course simulating situations that might be encountered during typical Scouting activities. A working knowledge of basic first aid skills is essential to the successful completion of the course. Current certification in CPR is helpful, but not required.
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Venture Scout Leader Training
Venturing Youth and Adult Training
Venturing Leadership Skills Course
What Makes a Trained Leader?
- Venturing Crew Advisor Requirements: This Is Scouting, Venturing Fast Start, Venturing Leader Specific Training, Youth Protection-Venturing Version.
- Venturing Crew Committee Member Requirements: This Is Scouting, Venturing Fast Start, Venturing Leader Specific Training, Youth Protection-Venturing Version.
Basic Leader Training
Venturing Leader Position Specific Training is offered in a classroom setting several times throughout the year.
Youth Protection Training - Venturing Version - provides an overview of the child abuse prevention policies and procedures of the Boy Scouts of America, including reporting requirements. Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online. This is Scouting is available through the Online Learning Center of MyScouting.
Advanced Training
Wood Badge for the 21st Century is one the most enjoyable experiences in which a registered adult leader in the Boy Scouts of America has the opportunity to participate. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to attend the highest level of adult leadership training the Boy Scouts of America has to offer. Wood Badge is offered over two weekends (2009 dates have already taken place- check back soon for 2010 dates). You must have attained certain levels of training prior to attending Wood Badge.
White Stag, also known as National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an intense, week-long training experience held at Camp Maumee. This training is offered twice each year.
Wilderness First Aid Basics is an intense two-day course simulating situations that might be encountered during typical Scouting activities. A working knowledge of basic first aid skills is essential to the successful completion of the course. Current certification in CPR is helpful, but not required.
