Training Overview

Breaking Training News!!!!  Dated: September 2, 2010

Cub Scout Leader Specific Training is now on line located at myscouting.org.

All previously scheduled Cub Scout Leader Specific Training and upgrades in Montgomery District have been canceled.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

What does this mean to you?
This means that you can take all the Required Training for your registered position online and be completely trained.  Youth Protection, This is Scouting, Fast Start (current position) and Cub Scout Leader Specific Training (current position) 

I have changed positions with in the Pack, how do I get the upgraded training?
Since you were completely trained for your previous position, all you need to do is go into myscouting.org and take the appropriate fast start and Cub Scout Leader Specific Training to meet the requirements of being a trained leader.

Can I buy the trained strip and wear it on my uniform?
Yes! Once you have completed all of the Required trainings online.

Is there someone I should give a copy of my training certificates to to verify my training?
Yes. Your Pack Trainer or the Committee chair if you do not have a Pack Trainer.  they should keep a record of your trainings

One of the keys to a successful Scouting experience for young people, second only to the selection of the right person for each responsibility, is trained volunteer leadership. Leadership training provides adult leaders with fundamental information about the aims and methods of the movement, as well as specifics about their particular roles in Scouting.

For this reason, the National Capital Area Council (NCAC) is committed to provide top quality training opportunities for leaders, parents and Scouts at the district and council levels. Through these efforts, the delivery of a better and quality Scouting program can be provided to our entire youth membership.

The training program of the National Capital Area Council and the Boy Scouts of America is designed to meet the needs of each volunteer leadership position. These training opportunities are varied and flexible enough to reach all leaders through group training experiences, personal coaching, self-study, or on-the-job training.

WHAT IS A TRAINED LEADER?

Click here to see what is a trained leader...

As of 1 January 2010, a trained leader in the Boy Scouts of America means completion of: [1]

For All Registered Leaders
Youth Protection Training[2],[3]		This is Scouting[3]
Direct Contact Leaders
Cubmaster, Asst Cubmaster, Den Leader, Asst Den Leader	Scoutmaster And Asst Scoutmaster	Varsity Team Coach and Asst Varsity Team Coach	Venturing Advisor and Associate Venturing Advisor	Skipper And Mate
Fast Start for Registered Position[3] Leader Specific Training for Registered Position	Fast Strart for Boy Scout Leaders[3] Scoutmaster and Asst Scoutmaster Specific Training Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills	Fast Start for Varsity Team Leaders[4] Varsity Leader Specific Training Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills	Fast Start for Ventruing Leaders[3] Venturing Leader Specific Training Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills[3]	Sea Scout Adult Leader Basic Training
Committee Chairs and Members
Fast Start for Pack Committee[3] Leader Specific Training - Pack Committee	Fast Start for Boy Scout Leaders[3] Troop Committee Challenge[3]	Fast Start for Varsity Team Leaders[4] Varsity Leader Specific Training	Fast Start for Venturing Leaders[3] Venturing Leader Specific Training	Sea Scout Adult Leader Basic Training
Chartered Organization Representatives
Fast Start for CORs[6] COR Specific Training	Fast Start for CORs[6] COR Specific Training	Fast Start for CORs[6] COR Specific Training	Fast Start for CORs[6] COR Specific Training	Fast Start for COR[6] COR Specific Training

[1] "Basics" Leader courses completed before January 1, 2010 can still help fulfill the "trained" requirement, but all leaders are encouraged to complete the latest adult leader courses.
[2] Venturing and Ship leaders take Youth Protection Training for Venturing; all others take Youth Protection Training
[3] Go to myscouting.org. Enter name of council (NCAC) and BSA ID number to update BSA training record.
[4] Go to http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/BoyScouts/Videos/varsityleader.aspx
[5] Venturing Advisors and Associate Venturing Advisors whose crews have an active outdoor program must also complete Introduction to Outdoor Skills training to be considered fully trained
[6] Go to http://www.scouting.org/Training/Adult/CORFastStart.aspx

                     Click here for a copy (PDF)                                           posted 3-3-2010

This is Scouting has replaced the former New Leader Essentials.  

New Leader Training online information
Cub Scout Leader Fast Start online self-study course
Leader Specific Training online information

Updates and information for upcoming and on-going NCAC training events may be obtained in the NCAC newsletter The Scouter Digest, at your monthly district roundtable, or on this Web site.

Each of our districts conduct monthly leader's roundtables where elements of training are included. Consult the district pages for your district's dates and location. 

This is to notify you that the Den Chief Training offered on the national Web site is DEN CHIEF FAST START Training, not the Den Chief training which is required for the award.  The boys should be encouraged to take the online training before they attend an in-person Den Chief Training.