Adult Leader Training

Adult leader training consists of basic leader training and leader specific training. Basic leader training is for all adult leaders regardless of position. Leader specific training is designed to present in depth information for a new leader in a specific leadership position such as Committee member or Assistant Scoutmaster.

To be considered fully trained you must complete basic leader training as well as leader specific training for your position.  If you are a Committee member, you must complete Basic Leader Training and Troop Committee Challenge.  If you are a Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster, you must complete Basic Leader Training, Scoutmaster Specific and Outdoor Leadership Skills.
 
Basic Leader Training
  • Boy Scout Leader Fast Start - Fast Start is the first step for new leaders in Scouting. This is an introduction to your new job in Scouting. Available at the Online Learning Center.
  • Youth Protection - Youth Protection is training that helps you learn how to keep our youth safe. Available at the Online Learning Center.
  • This Is Scouting - This Is Scouting is a new online training session that replaces New Leader Essentials. It picks up when Fast Start leaves off with six modules of training: The Mission of Scouting, Programs for All ages, Scouting Is Fun, Scouting in the Community, Keeping Our Youth Safe, and Scouting’s Legacy. The training takes about an hour to complete and can be found at the Online Learning Center. (If you are new to Scouting, you will be asked to create an account.)Leader Specific Training

Committee Member
    Troop Committee Challenge - The mission of the Troop Committee Challenge training is to help each troop committee work as a team to improve the Scouting experience for adult and youth members.  It helps build the commitment of individual members as well as cultivates a better troop committee team.  Available at the Online Learning Center.

Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster
    Scoutmaster Specific - Following New Leader Essentials training, this course is phase two 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 leadership experience. Course topics include:
    • The Role of the Scoutmaster
    • Troop Organization
    • Troop Meetings
    • Working with Boy Leaders
    • The Patrol Method
    • The Patrol Leaders' Council
    • The Outdoor Program
    • The Advancement Program
    • Program Planning
    • Membership
    • Paperwork
    • Finances
    For scheduled times and locations, check the Crossroads of America training page .

    Outdoor Leadership Skills - Providing leaders in Boy Scouting, Varsity and Venturing with basic outdoor skills information. Given over one to two and a half days, it may include an overnight camping experience. Course emphasizes skills and may be accelerated by demonstrating mastery of specific skills. Skills taught are based on those found in The Boy Scout Handbook with emphasis on skills that build confidence and competence in leaders conducting outdoor experiences. Subjects covered include: flag etiquette, plant identification, packing and hiking techniques, map and compass, cooking and first aid.For scheduled times and locations, check the Crossroads of America training page. This training is also conducted at summer camp.