
What Makes a Trained Leader
A direct contact leader (an adult leader that works directly with youth members) is considered fully trained and entitled to wear the Trained leader emblem when he or she has conpleted the following training courses and the specific training for your position.
Fast Start Training - is the first step for all new leaders and should be taken immediately after they register and before they meet with any youth members. New leaders choose the Fast Start they need to take: Cub Scout Leader, Boy Scout Leader, Varsity Leader or Venturing Leader. All Fast Start courses are also available on DVD.
This is Scouting - is a new online training sessin that replaces "New Leader Essentials". It picks up where 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.
Youth Protection Training - is required for all leaders who have direct contact wth youth. At all times, youth safety is the number one priority. At the same time, adults need to know the rules for keeping themselves safe, too. Comprehensive Youth Protection training teaches all the do's and don'ts of working with youth. This training is offered online or may be taken as part of a district or council training course.
Position Specific Training - is based on the leader's position. These courses are taught by informed trainers who know how to engage groups and make learning fun. These courses are offered by the district or council as group training, or may be done as small groups or by personal coaching.
Position specific training sessions are available for these leadership postions: Tiger Cub den leaders, Wolf and Bear den leaders and assistants, Webelos den leaders and assistants, Cubmasters and assistants, Pack committee members, Pack Trainers, Scoutmasters and assistants, Varsity Coaches and assistants, Venture Crew Advisors and assistants.
Special Note - In addition to position specific training, Boy Scout leaders and Varsity Scout leaders must also complete Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.