Boy Scout Training Requirements  GNFC has identified the following requirements for a trained Boy Scout Leader.
Training requirements vary depending on your position: Training is available locally from Council training personnel and ONLINE using interactive training modules provided by the Boys Scouts of America. Training topics noted (L) below are available locally. Topics marked (O) indicate ONLINE training modules. - Check the Upcoming Boy Scout Activities & Events list on the right side of this page to see when specific local Boy Scout training sessions are scheduled.
- Visit MyScouting.org and take relevant BSA ONLINE training.
Need help setting up a MyScouting ID? Follow these instructions > When creating an online profile, please use the SAME name you used on your adult application. This will append your training to your existing record. Contact your unit leader if you don’t recall how you entered your name on the application. Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Training - Youth Protection (O)
- This is Scouting Orientation (O)
- Fast Start (O)
- Scoutmaster Specifics (L)
- Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills Training (IOLST) (L)
Troop Committee Chair/Member Training
- Youth Protection (O)
- This is Scouting Orientation (O)
- Fast Start (O)
- Troop Committee Challenge (L) (O)
Supplemental Boy Scout Leader Training
- Physical Wellness (O)
- Safe Swim Defense (L) – contact Army Leonetti for details) (O)
- Safety Afloat (L) – contact Army Leonetti for details) (O)
- Climb On Safely (L) – contact Army Leonetti for details) (O)
- Trek Safely (L) – contact Army Leonetti for details) (O)
- Weather Hazards (O)
- ScoutParents Unit Coordinator Fast Start (O)
NOTE: Previously trained leaders changing leadership roles must also take the Position-specific training for their new position. Youth and/or Parents Training
Den Chief Training (O)
Responsibilities and tasks, the den chief’s relationship to adult den leaders and how that relates to the den chief’s activities with the den
Early Rank (Tenderfoot, 2nd Class, 1st Class) Requirement Videos (O) National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) (L)
Exciting, action-packed program councils provide to teach youth members leadership skills and experience they can use in their home troops.
Youth Leadership Training Continuum (O)
For Scout leaders and parents who want to understand the youth leadership training continuum
Details About Supplemental Training Information on other courses offered for leaders and eligible Scouts > Additional Information Find specific ONLINE training topic(s) >
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