Follow these steps and you will be on the road to success!
Step 1. Fast Start Training (approximately 30 minutes)
A quick introduction to prepare you for your new job. Fast Start Training is available online at olc.scouting.org
(Note: you must have your BSA ID # to take training online) Take Fast Start Training as soon as you sign up for your new position. Sessions are provided for Tiger Leader, Den Leader (Wolf or Bear), Webelos Leader, Cubmaster or Pack Committee.
Step 2. Youth Protection Training (90 minutes)
Learn how to keep Scouting safe for our youth and yourself. You are expected to complete Youth Protection Training within the first 90 days of your registration as a leader.
Take the classroom session the first time, then renew every 2 years online at olc.scouting.org (Note: you must have your BSA ID # to take Youth Protection Training online)
Step 3. Introduction to Cub Scouting & How We Have Fun (1 hour)
Learn about the Cub Scouting organization and the essential elements of the Cub Scout program and also what you need to be a successful Cub Scout leader and make Cub Scouting FUN for you and the boys.
Step 4. Cub Scout Leader Position-Specific Training (2 1/2 hours)
We teach what your new leadership role is all about and give you tips, tricks and hints to make your job easier! Curriculum is the just released revised syllabus!
Take the classroom session for your current position. Specific training is offered for Tiger Leaders, Den Leaders (Wolf & Bear), Webelos Leaders, Pack Committee Members, Cubmasters, Pack Trainers and all assistants. Interested parents are also welcome!
Step 5. This Is Scouting (90 minutes)
This session highlights the values, aims, history, funding and methods of Scouting, along with a look at the resources available. You only need to take this classroom session once. It is also available online at olc.scouting.org (Note: you must have your BSA ID # to take training online)
Sign up for the entire day or just the classes you need to be trained for your position. Cost: $20 for the full day training and includes a copy of the Cub Scout Leader Book. Webelos Leaders will be able to purchase the Webelos Leader Guide for $9. Wear your uniform and a smile. Bring your payment and pack a sack lunch if staying the whole day.
Will your pack qualify as a 2009 Centennial Quality Unit?
Don't miss out on earning this prestigious award due to lack of training for your registered leaders!! To be fully trained, leaders need to complete Fast Start, Youth Protection, This Is Scouting, and Leader Specific Training for their position.
AND did you know . . .
Every Tour Permit must include the name of at least one leader who has had Youth Protection Training?
To register or if you have questions, contact John Flaherty with your name, home address and phone number, district, unit number, training date(s), and the classes you plan to attend. Please register early to ensure a class is not cancelled.
Further information is available at Roundtable.