Training

Dan Francis, District Training Chair, (317) 431-6156

dan47@embarqmail.com

Training Helps Every Leader

We want to help every Scout leader feel comfortable and prepared to conduct meetings and outings. We also believe that every Scout deserves a trained leader.

There are many different types of training available to leaders. You can take training online or in a classroom setting. There are basic training sessions that teach you the fundamentals and there are supplemental training sessions that are focused on one topic or teach more advanced skills.

How To Earn The Patch

To be considered fully trained and entitled to wear the Trained leader emblem, you must complete Youth Protection, Fast Start, This is Scouting and the Leader Specific course for your position.

Youth Protection Training - is required to be a registered leader. 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 may be completed online or in a classroom setting.

Fast Start Training - is the next 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 for their position: Cub Scout Leader, Boy Scout Leader, Varsity Leader or Venturing Leader. Fast Start courses are available online or by DVD.

This is Scouting - is a new online training session 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.

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.

Fall Training Schedule

Thursday, September 9th

6:30 pm - Youth Protection Training (free) at Perry Meridian Middle School

8:00 pm - Youth Protection Training (free) at Perry Meridian Middle School

Saturday, September 18th

Multiple training courses will be offered on September 18th from 9 am - 4 pm at Christ United Methodist Church, located at 8540 US-31 South.

Unit leaders are highly encouraged to ensure your NEW leaders attend this training, as training is crucial to the success of any Scouting program.

Pre-registration is required by Noon on Tuesday, September 14th . Please use the form below.

Courses being offered include:

- Youth Protection  Training (no charge)

- Cub Scout Leader Specific ($5.00 - includes lunch)

                - Cubmaster Specific

                - Cub Scout Den Leader Training

                - Pack Committee Training

- Chartered Organization Representative Training ($5.00 - includes lunch)

- Troop Committee Challenge ($5.00 - includes lunch)

- Venturing Training ($5.00 - includes lunch)

- Varsity Team Training ($5.00 - includes lunch)

- BALOO Training ($8.00 – this is a full-day course) [need 12 minimum]

- Scoutmaster Specific ($8.00 – this is a full-day course) [need 12 minimum]

Thursday, October 14th

6:30 pm - Youth Protection Training (free) at Perry Meridian Middle School

8:00 pm - Youth Protection Training (free) at Perry Meridian Middle School

Saturday, November 6th

The Crossroads of America Council will be hosting the annual Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow on November 6th at one of the area High Schools. Click here for more information about this event.

Thursday, November 11th

6:30 pm - Youth Protection Training (free) at Perry Meridian Middle School

8:00 pm - Youth Protection Training (free) at Perry Meridian Middle School

Dates for additional courses will be added in the near future.

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