Leader Training Course Descriptions

Course Title	CS	BS	Vn	Ot	Course Length	Description
Fast Start Training	X	X	X		About 1 hour	First level of training for all adult leaders. Provides a quick start to the Scouting program for new leaders and serves as a bridge until a leader can complete position-specific training. Can be taken as video-based with a viewers guide or taken online.
New Leader Essentials	X	X	X	X	90 minutes	Introductory session for adult leaders in all program levels. "Scouting 101" course provides insight into the aims, methods and values of Scouting. Classroom session with other new leaders. "Once-and-Done" for your entire Scouting career.
Basic/Position-Specific Training
Cub Scout Leader-Specific Training	X				2.5 to 3 hours	There are five sessions to choose: Tiger Cub Den Leader Cub Scout Den Leader Webelos Den Leader Cubmaster Pack Committee As leaders advance through the Cub Scout program, they should complete the session for each new position they hold. Classroom session or by personal coaching with an approved trainer.
Scoutmaster Leader-Specific Training		X			3 3-hour or 1 full day	For Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Troop Committee members, and 2nd-Year Webelos Den Leaders. Classroom sessions or by personal coaching with an approved trainer.
Troop Committee Challenge		X			3 hours	For Troop Committee members (Scoutmasters and Assistants are also encouraged). Classroom session.
Venturing Leader-Specific Training			X		5 hours	For Venturing Crew Advisers, Assistants, and Committee Members. Classroom session or by personal coaching with an approved trainer.
Commissioner Basic Training				X	8 hours	For Unit Commissioners, Roundtable Commissioners, and other administrative Commissioners. Classroom session.
District Committee Training				X	4 hours	For members of the District Committee. Classroom/workshop session.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)		X	X		Weekend	Provides the basic skills for planning and executing a unit outing with youth leadership. Also teaches basic outdoor skills - camping, cooking, ropework, etc. Indoor and Outdoor classroom sessions and overnight camping. Required element of "Training" for Scoutmasters and Assistants.
Youth Protection Training	X	X	X	X	90 minutes	For all adult leaders in Scouting. This is a key element of Scouting's child abuse prevention program. Can be taken as video-based with a viewers guide or taken online.
Wood Badge	X	X	X	X	2 3-Day Weekends or 1 6-day Week	Advanced Leadership Training for all program levels of Scouting. Emphasizes practical leadership skills for use in Scouting, as well as in your personal and professional life. Indoor and Outdoor classroom sessions and overnight camping.
Supplemental Training Courses
Roundtable	X	X	X		1 Evening each month	Roundtables are designed to be ongoing supplemental training and a way for Scouters to network and share ideas. Classroom setting. Check with your district web site for dates, locations and times.
BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation	X				1 Day	Provide basic orientation for planning and executing a Pack Campout, concentrating on planning considerations and health and safety. Outdoor classroom setting. An adult leader trained in BALOO must be involved in planning and leading all Pack campouts.
WLOE Webelos Leader Outdoor Experence	X				1 Weekend	For Webelos Leaders prior to conducting a Webelos Overnighter. Recommended for Bear Leaders, too. Outdoor setting at Boxwell
Powderhorn		X	X	X	2 3-Day Weekends or 1 6-Day Week	A fun course for Venturing Leaders and Boy Scout Leaders who work with older Scouts. The course provides and introduction and overview to over fifteen outdoor and high adventure skills. Emphasis on the Venturing Ranger Award. Indoor and Outdoor classroom sessions and overnight camping.