EVERY YOUTH DESERVES A TRAINED LEADER, AND EVERY LEADER DESERVES TO BE TRAINED.
Welcome to the wonderful world of Cub Scouting! Eager and energetic boys will be looking to you for fun, adventure, and leadership. Have no fear -- there is plenty of training and resources available to make you a great success!
| FAST START TRAINING - to be completed prior to first meeting with youth |
Fast Start Training provides an immediate comfort level for the new leader and enables the leader to say, “I can do this!” Fast Start training is to be taken immediately after a new leader registers and before he or she meets with any youth member.
Cub Scout Leader Fast Start training is a series of position-specific segments available via VHS video, DVD video, or the Internet. Viewing is to be accompanied by a Cub Scout Leader Fast Start Viewer Guide, available only online. Each position-specific segment gives information and planning on conducting the first meeting and even demonstrates a meeting you can use.
Click here for a copy of the Cub Scout Leader Fast Start Viewer Guide.
View the online version of Cub Scout Leader Fast Start in the Online Learning Center.
The five segments include:
• Tiger Cub Den Leader
• Cub Scout Den Leader
• Webelos Den Leader
• Cubmaster
• Pack Committee Member
Online training is the primary method of delivery for Fast Start Training. Pack-administered self-study is another method. The pack loans the new leader the video and provides the Viewer Guide for the leader to keep. Every pack should maintain copies of the video, DVD, and viewer guide in the pack library. Typically, a pack trainer supports the new den leader during this training period.
| CUB SCOUT LEADER BASIC TRAINING |
There are two components of basic training for Cub Scout leaders:
| New Leader Essentials - approximately 90 minutes |
This compenent of basic training for all program areas is an introductory session that highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting. It addresses how these aims and methods are reached in an age-appropriate style within Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing. Ideally, all unit-based volunteers— Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturing leaders—take this session at the same time, so they understand that they are all striving for the same results with the youth they serve. Each leader completes New Leader Essentials training only once.
Click here for a list of New Leader Essentials training opportunities in Sam Houston Area Council.
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Leader Specific Training - approximately 3 hours. Because each course
is designed for a specific leadership position, the training time varies. |
Cub Scout Leader Specific training provides the specialized knowledge a leader needs to assume a leadership role within their Cub Scout pack. Specialized instruction is carried out for pack committee members, Tiger Cub den leaders, Cub Scout den leaders, Webelos den leaders, Cubmasters, and their assistants.
Click here for a list of Cub Scout Leader Specific training opportunities in Sam Houston Area Council.
Upon completion of Fast Start Training, New Leader Essentials, and Cub Scout Leader Specific Training for the position in which he or she is currently registered, a Scout leader is considered “Trained” and may wear a “Trained” patch.
When a Cub Scout leader changes position, he must take leader specific training for that new position in order to be considered "trained."
| YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING |
Highly recommended for all leaders in direct contact with youth, this comprehensive training course guides you on the do’s and don’ts of working with youth. At all times, the youths’ safety is the number one priority. At the same time, a leader needs to know the rules for keeping him/herself safe, too. YPT is a required training for certain outings, including day camp.
Youth Protection Training maybe completed via the Internet or through a video presentation by your district training team. If you complete Youth Protection Training in a group setting via video, you must still complete the online version within the past 24 months if you plan to attend day camp.
Click here for a link to Internet-based Youth Protection Training.
Click here for a schedule of video-based Youth Protection training opportunities in Sam Houston Area Council.
| WOOD BADGE – Recommended within first two years of registration |
As the adult leadership skills training course for the BSA, Wood Badge focuses on strengthening every volunteer's ability to work with and lead groups of youth and adults. The course teaches participants the basic of listening, communicating, valuing people, team development, situational leadership, problem solving, and managing conflict. Once the skill is learned, each participant is given the opportunity to use the skill as a member of a successful working team. At the conclusion of the course, each participant develops a set of personal goals related to his or her Scouting role. Working these goals allows the participant to practice and demonstrate new skills.
Training time: Two full 3-day weekends (including overnights)
Prerequisite: Basic training. New Leader Essentials plus Leader Specific Training in the position for which you are currently registered.
Click here for more information on Wood Badge in Sam Houston Area Council.
It is the goal of BSA for every leader to attend Wood Badge within the first two years of his or her registration.
| SUPPLEMENTAL TRAINING – anytime! |
Cub Scout Roundtable, conducted monthly in each district, gives Cub Scout leaders examples for pack and den meetings; information on policy, events, and training opportunities; ideas for crafts, games, and ceremonies; and an opportunity to share experiences and enjoy fun and fellowship. These meetings will help you deliver a stronger program to your Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, and Webelos Scouts.
Cub Scout roundtables are for all registered leaders – the program schedule offers something for everyone!
Roundtable programs are based on the monthly themes as outlined in Cub Scout Program Helps. Click here to see the upcoming Cub Scout themes for 2007-08.
Click here to see a schedule of district Cub Scout roundtables in Sam Houston Area Council.
| Akela's Trail (formerly know as Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow) - November 1, 2008 |
Click here for a report on Pow Wow 2007.
Akela's Trail (Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow) is a Cub Scout leader’s learning extravaganza – a big fun-filled experience where Cub Scout leaders increase their knowledge, improve their skills, and gain enthusiastic attitudes about Cub Scouting. Offered only once per year (a Saturday in early November in Sam Houston Area Council), you get to choose from a wide variety of activity and learning sessions. Walk away with useful resources and tons of ideas! The event is traditionally held on the first Saturday of November.
The theme for 2007 Cub Scotu Leader Pow Wow, chaired by Suzanne Becker, was "Cubology: The Science of Cub Scout Fun." Make plans now to attend the 2008 event to discover the formula for putting fuan and adventure in your den and pack program.
| University of Scouting - February 2, 2008 |
Click here for a report on 2008 University of Scouting, Legacy of Learning."
University of Scouting, traditionally held in on a Saturday in early February in Sam Houston Area Council, offers a wide variety of program activities for all Scouting leaders, including Cub Scout leaders. It’s a great time to pick up those extra classes that wouldn’t fit on your schedule at Pow Wow!
The chair for 2009 University of Scouting, Thom Cope, invites you now to be part of this experience of lifelong learning in Scouting!
| BALOO - approximately 8 hours |
If your pack is planning any pack overnighter campouts, this training is a must in order to conduct a safe, fun, well-planned, and exciting out for your Cub Scout families!
BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) is designed for Cub Scout leaders and parents who have minimal camping experience but want to plan and carry out entry-level outdoor experiences for the pack. In order for a pack to conduct a pack campout, the pack must have a least one person in attendance on the campout who has completed BALOO training. BALOO training is not required for a Webelos den overnight campout.
Click here for a schedule of BALOO training opportunities in Sam Houston Area Council.
| Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders |
Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders is highly recommended for helping Webelos den leaders develop the outdoor skills and program knowledge needed for leading a Webelos den campout and completing specific outdoor activity badges.
Click here for a schedule of Webelos leader outdoor training opportunities in Sam Houston Area Council.
| Health and Safety Training Courses |
Click here for a schedule of health and safety training opportunities in Sam Houston Area Council.
Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat may also be completed online.
Scouting Safety Begins with Leadership (risk management training) makes leaders aware of the policies and procedures of the Boy Scouts of America as well as heightening the awareness of the risks involved in any outing and how to avoid them.
Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader in attendance at the activity must complete Safe Swim Defense training, have a commitment card (No. 34243) with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan.
Click here to complete Safe Swim Defense training online. Keep a copy of your certificate of completion on hand for appropriate events.
Before a BSA group may engage in an excursion, expedition, or trip on the water (canoe, raft, sailboat, motorboat, rowboat, tube, or other craft), adult leaders for such activity must complete Safety Afloat training, No. 34159C, have a commitment card, No. 34242A, with them, and be dedicated to full compliance with all nine points of Safety Afloat.
Click here to complete Safety Afloat training online. Keep a copy of your certificate of completion on hand for appropriate events.
| Unit Leadership Enhancements |
Unit Leadership Enhancements are short training discussions held as part of the monthly pack leaders’ meeting and are conducted by the pack’s own leaders. They help the pack and den leaders become better equipped to conduct a quality Cub Scouting program.
Information on these 15 topics may be found in the Cub Scout Leader Book, No. 33221.
| Advancement |
Leadership Training |
Pack Meetings |
| Annual Program Planning |
Membership |
Planning Special Events |
| Character Development |
National Awards |
Policies of the BSA |
| Cub Scout Camping |
Pack Budget Plan |
Program Evaluation |
| Family Involvement |
Pack Committee |
Youth Protection |
| Trainer Development Seminar |
Click here for more information.
The next Trainer Development Seminar will be held on Saturday, February 2 at University of Scouting.
Trainer Development Seminar is for those leaders who want more training and leadership skills and who want to be a part of the district or council training team. It provides hands-on, interactive opportunties to practice your training skills in a small-group environment.
This annual training event is for any Scout leader involved in commissioner service, including those who work with Cub Scouts – unit commissioners, assistant district commissioners, district commissioners, as well as Cub Scout roundtable commissioners and staff. Sessions will assist you in improving the quality of service that commissioners provide to Cub Scout packs. The conference is traditionally held on the first Saturday of December each year.
Click here for additional information and to request an invitation.
Philmont Training Center, the National Volunteer Training Center of the Boy Scouts of America, provides a unique environment for Scouting conferences each summer and fall. Nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains in northern New Mexico on the Philmont Scout Ranch, Philmont Training Center is an outstanding opportunity to learn and to share your experiences with other Scouters from across the country.
In addition to hosting these Conferences, the Training Center also provides the opportunity for families to attend with their Scouters and enjoy a wide range of family programs—making the Philmont Training Center experience one of a kind. Fully-staffed, age-appropriate day programs are available for infants through spouses.
If interested in attending, click the above link to check the conference schedule and request an invitation.
Under the direction of the pack committee chairman, the pack trainer helps leaders and parents understand the purposes, policies, and procedures of the Cub Scouting program. The pack trainer’s primary goal is to have 100% of the pack leadership trained in their position responsibilities.
Click here for an overview of the pack trainer responsibilities (2004 revision).
| TRAINING AWARDS – Cub Scout Leader Recognition Plan |
The Cub Scout Leader Recognition Plan is a series of awards that recognize Cub Scout leaders for training, tenure, and performance. Completed forms should be submitted through your district training chair.
Tiger Cub Den Leader Award
Cub Scout Den Leader Award
Webelos Den Leader Award
Cubmaster Award
Cub Scouter Award
Pack Trainer Award -- Beginning September 1, 2006, pack trainers may begin working on the new Pack Trainer Award. Tenure and performance requirements are not retroactive. Therefore, requirements for this award cannot be completed until September 1, 2008. Click here for more information.
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