Youth Protection Training for Adults

Youth Protection Training for Cub Scout Leaders, Boy Scout Leaders and Adult Volunteers:

• This training is mandated by the Greater Niagara Frontier Council for any adult who will be in contact with youth.
• Mandatory before a unit may obtain a tour permit or camp on Council properties.
• This training is available on the Council website (www.wnyscouting.org) with a test upon completion.
• Also, offered at the beginning of all New Leader Essential Training courses beginning fall of 2003 for those who do not have Internet access.
• Numbered cards are presented upon completion of this training to ensure compliance.
• Time: approximately 90 minutes.
  

• Youth Protection Training expires 2 years from the date of completion. Every registered adult leader or parent that comes in direct contact with youth members must renew youth protection training every 2 years.

Youth Protection Training for Cub Scout and Boy Scout Leaders:

• An updated version of Youth Protection Training (YPT) has been developed and incorporated into the BSA Online Learning Center. This training is available in both English and Spanish.

Youth Protection Training: Venturing Program:

• A separate version of Youth Protection Training (YPT) has been developed to suit the unique aspects of the Venturing program. This training is available in both English and Spanish.