What Makes a Trained Leader?

Here are the official criteria for training, published in BSA pamphlet number 18-813, New Leader Training. Each leader must also complete the Fast Start session or videotape applicable to their position.

Cub Scout Leaders
  1. Cub Scout Leaders Fast Start
  2. New Leader Essentials
  3. Cub Scout Leader Specific Training
Pack Committee Members
  1. Cub Scout Leaders Fast Start
  2. New Leader Essentials
  3. Cub Scout Pack Committee Training
Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters
  1. Boy Scout Fast Start
  2. New Leader Essentials
  3. Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Specific Training
  4. Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills
Troop Committee Members
  1. Boy Scout Fast Start
  2. New Leader Essentials
  3. Troop Committee Challenge
Varsity Scout Leaders and Assistants
  1. Fast Start
  2. New Leader Essentials
  3. Varsity Scout Leader Specific Training
  4. Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills
Venturing Crew Advisors, Assistant Advisors, and Crew Committee Members
  1. Venturing Scout Fast Start
  2. New Leader Essentials
  3. Venturing Leader Specific Training

Beyond the Basics...

Additional courses are available to expand your Scouting skills and better prepare you for your Scouting commitment:

Cub Scouting
Boy Scouting
Venturing