Every scout deserves trained leaders

The BSA program has numerous training programs designed to give every involved adult the proper training necessary to perform his or her position in scouting.  Some courses are intended for every adult, while others are more specialized to the adults position.  An adult that takes a combination of training courses appropriate for his or her position is recognized by wearing the 'Trained' patch on the uniform.  Some courses are available on-line, others require attendance in person.  Most courses are offered free of charge, however some have fees associated with them.  Troop 732 offers reimbursement of fees for appropriate training by certain positions within the troop.  Check the Standard Operating Procedure and talk to the Training Committee Member for details on required training and possible reimbursement of expenses.

ALL ACTIVE ADULTS

• Youth Protection  (Youth Protection Online Training)
• Fast Start Orientation  (Click here for Online Fast Start Orientation Training)
• New Leader Essentials
  • This 90-minute course is the first stage of the BSA's basic training program. It is designed for all new adult leaders entering the Scouting program.
  • This course is offered occasionally by the District and Council.  Check the District or Council web pages, or attend roundtable to discover the scheduled dates.  This course may be taken out of area if necessary or convenient.

SCOUTMASTERS and ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTERS

Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained by BSA National standards (and may wear the 'Trained' patch on their uniform) after they have completed:

• Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training
  • Typically 1 full day or 3 evenings
  • This is a training course for Scoutmasters and assistant Scoutmasters. Topics covered include leadership styles, youth leadership development, patrol leaders' council, teaching Scouting skills, the Scoutmaster's conference, and growing the troop.
  • This course is offered occasionally by the District and Council.  Check the District or Council web pages, or attend roundtable to discover the scheduled dates.  This course may be taken out of area if necessary or convenient.
• Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
  • Typically 1 and a half days (usually overnight campout)
  • This is an adult leader course that teaches outdoor skills used in Scouting from Tenderfoot to First Class.
  • This course is offered occasionally by the District and Council.  Check the District or Council web pages, or attend roundtable to discover the scheduled dates.  This course may be taken out of area if necessary or convenient.

The Scoutmaster of Troop 732 is required by our Standard Operating Procedure to take Woodbadge training at his/her earliest convenience. Assistant Scoutmasters are encouraged to take Woodbadge training.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Committee Members are considered trained by BSA National standards (and may wear the 'Trained' patch on their uniform) after they have completed:

• Troop Committee Challenge.
  • By following the Troop Committee Training Syllabus, participants can complete the challenge in three hours.
  • This course is offered occasionally by the District and Council.  Check the District or Council web pages, or attend roundtable to discover the scheduled dates.  This course may be taken out of area if necessary or convenient.

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

• Woodbadge for the 21st Century
  • This training program focuses on teaching adult Scouting volunteers leadership skills and communications skills to help them serve in their various roles in the Scouting organization.
  • This is the highest level training a volunteer in the BSA receives.
  • Pre-requisite - you must have achieved the 'Trained' status for the position in the troop that you hold.
  • This course is offered occasionally by the District and Council.  Check the District or Council web pages, or attend roundtable to discover the scheduled dates.  This course may be taken out of area if necessary or convenient.
     
• BSA National is developing a wide range of Supplemental Training, including topics such as:
  • Board of Review Training
  • Scoutmaster Conference Training
  • Supporting Scouts with ADHD
  • Click here to transfer to the BSA Supplemental Training Web Site

ONLINE TRAINING

The following courses are available online:

Youth Protection	Boy Scout Fast Start	Safety Afloat	Safe Swim Defense
about 50 minutes After passing test will print certificate. Show Certificate to the Training Committee Member to update your records. Bring certificate with you to outings.	About 50 minutes in total May be taken in multiple sittings There is no test or Certificate.  After taking this tell the Training Committee Member to update your records.	After passing test will print certificate. Show Certificate to the Training Committee Member to update your records. Bring certificate with you to outings.	After passing test will print certificate. Show Certificate to the Training Committee Member to update your records. Bring certificate with you to outings.