Cub Scout Pack 118 Leaders Information

Every Scout deserves a trained leader!

For a Cub Scout Leader to be considered fully trained,

Tiger Cub Scout Leader must complete:
- Fast Start Training
- Youth Protection Training
- New Leader Essentials
- Tiger Cub Scout Leader Specific Training
Cub Scout Leader must complete:
- Fast Start Training
- Youth Protection Training
- New Leader Essentials
- Cub Scout Leader Specific Training
Webelos Scout Leader must complete:
- Fast Start Training
- Youth Protection Training
- New Leader Essentials
- Webelos Leader Specific Training
Committee Chair / Pack Committee must complete:
- Fast Start Training
- Youth Protection Training
- New Leader Essentials
- Pack Committee Job Specific
Cubmaster / Assistant Cubmaster must complete:

Fast Start Training
Youth Protection Training
New Leader Essentials
Cubmaster / Assistant Cubmaster Job Specific

Fast Start Training:
	The course introduces the aims and purposes of the Boy Scouts of America's foundational program, then zeroes in on the job. Subsections of the course will brief anyone new to the job of Tiger Cub leader, den leader, Webelos den leader, or Cubmaster. We also cover the standard parts of the meeting and tell where additional resources can be found. This training is offered through the Online Learning Center. website
Youth Protection Training:
	This training covers the BSA's Youth Protection policies, kinds of abuse, signs of abuse, how to respond to disclosure of abuse, and proper reporting procedures. It does so by taking you through situations that require choices and produce consequences. This training is offered through the Online Learning Center. website
New Leader Essentials:
	This is training for all new Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout and Venture Leaders. Topics featured include; Personal goals, Youth Growth and Development, How you as a Leader fit into your unit and your district, Where to find help and support, Unit and District Finances, Safe Scouting, and Scouting Transitions. Next session is Saturday, October 13
Cub Scout Leader Specific Trainings:
	These are separate training sessions that feature discussions on issues specific to Cub Scout Pack Leadership, including specific leader training covering the Tiger, Wolf/Bear, Webelos, Cubmaster, and Committee positions and responsibilities. Next session is Saturday, October 13

Other training available to Scouters ...

Roundtable:
	This is a monthly get-together of all Leaders, Assistants, Committee Members, and involved parents who want to help their Unit Committee get the best resources, activities and up to date information on upcoming events in the District and Council. Join a network of seasoned Scouters that have a wide resource of experience for the "new" leader. Roundtable is offered on the first Thursday of the month 7:30-9pm.
Pow Wow/University of Scouting:
	Pow Wow is a multitude of specialty sessions to help you gain new skills and abilities to become the very best Scout Leader possible. Experienced Scout Leaders from across the Council make up the staff. They are all volunteers, just like you, and they want to help you. This training is offered every year in January.
BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation):
	Leaders and parents interested in helping their Pack with planning and execution of Pack camping trips should attend this training. This training is usually offered in the Spring.
OWL (Outdoor Webelos Leader Training):
	This two-day, overnight training course is for anyone who will be working with Webelos Scouts. The training helps leaders become familiar with the Naturalist, Forester, Geologist, and Outdoorsman activity badges. Also covered is first aid, fire building, ropes and knots, tent selection, cooking and much more! Next session is
Safe Swim Defense:
	Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader must complete Safe Swim Defense training, have a commitment card with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan. This training is offered through the Online Learning Center. website
Safety Afloat:
	Safety Afloat has been developed to promote boating and boating safety and to set standards for safe unit activity afloat. 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, have a commitment card with them, and be dedicated to full compliance with all nine points of Safety Afloat. This training is offered through the Online Learning Center. website
Wood Badge:
	Wood Badge combines a leadership development program with the opportunity to sharpen personal outdoor/camping skills, open to all Scout Leaders who meet minimum requirements. The leadership skills one learns in Wood Badge are not only applicable to Scouting, but also to the growth of the individual and the roles in life they fill, professionally and at home. To the Scout Leader, Wood Badge often makes the difference between offering a mere form of entertainment — or providing a program which will have a profound influence on the lives of boys and girls. Next session starts September 2007