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For Scoutmasters and assistant Scoutmasters, this training is divided into four parts. The first three parts concentrate on troop operation and can be completed in one full day or three evenings. The fourth part, which focuses on outdoor skills, lasts approximately a day and a half, depending on the skill level of the new leader. The leader is considered trained upon completion of New Leader Essentials, Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills. The CVC Training Calendar will have addition information on when and where these courses will be offered.
For troop committee members, Leader Specific training includes the Troop Committee Challenge. By following the Troop Committee Training Syllabus, participants can complete the challenge in three hours, after which they are considered trained.
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| The Steps of Boy Scout Adult Leader Training |
| The Steps to Training |
What is the training about? |
How do I get this training? |
| Orientation and Fast Start Training |
| Step 1: Fast Start |
Fast Start Training is intended to give every Boy Scout leader the absolute basics they'll need to start performing in whatever role they've taken: Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster and Troop Committee members. |
Fast Start is available on-line, and will take about 20 minutes to complete. The VHS can also be obtained from Clinton Valley Council. Each District Training Chair has a copy. |
| Step 2: Youth Protection |
Youth Protection Trained Leaders is our highest priority for the safety and well-being of our youth members and participants. The training will teach every leader and parent the rules of child protection in the Boy Scouts of America. |
Youth Protection training is one part of a comprehensive youth protection training program that formally began in 1988. To expedite this essential training quickly, we are pleased to offer youth protection training online. This course is also offered through each district training team. |
| Basic Training |
| Step 3: New Leader Essentials |
New Leader Essentials is intended to give all Scout leaders an initial understanding of the BSA aims, goals, policies, and leader support. You only need to take NLE once, even if you change Scouting positions or programs. |
New Leader Essentials The course takes about 2 hours to complete. It’s offered frequently throughout the council. |
| Step 4: Boy Scout Leader Specific |
Boy Scout Leader Specific is focus on the essentials of being a good Scout Leader. This course will give you the confidence and skills needed to ensure your immediate success in being an effective Scout Leader. (Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, Troop Committee members.) |
Boy Scout Leader Specific It’s offered frequently throughout the council. The course takes about 8 hours to complete. A leader is considered trained after taking New Leader Essentials and the Leader Specific, Introduction to Outdoor Skills Instructions course for their registered position. |
| Introduction to Outdoor Skills |
Introduction to Outdoor Skills training will give you the hands on practical outdoor skills needed to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. This training is geared toward the Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster, but Webelos Leaders are welcome too! Bring a mug, Boy Scout Handbook, and Scoutmaster Handbook. |
Introduction to Outdoor Skills is offered a couple of times throughout the year by Clinton Valley Council. This training is a whole weekend of fun generally held at Camp Agawam. This training is usually preceded by the Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training. |
| Troop Committee Challenge |
Troop Committee Challenge helps the troop committee members better understand their roles and responsibilities. Through hands-on experimental learning, this training will also enable troop committee members to better deliver the promise in support of the troop, Scoutmaster and Scouts. |
Troop Committee Challenge is offered a couple of times throughout the year by the districts. New Leader Essentials is required to be considered trained as Troop Committee member or Chairperson. This course takes 3 hours to complete. |
| Supplemental and Advanced Training |
