Training

What is a Trained Leader? 

A trained leader is an adult Scouter who cares enough to sacrifice a bit of their time to become fully knowledgeable on the tools and tricks to help young people learn make good choices by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

Every Scout deserves a trained leader!

This page is dedicated to the basic things a leader should do to be trained. These are your first steps. Most of your basic training's can be completed online; however, check the FRC calendar to see if and/or when these training's are done in person. In-person training's are enhanced by the personal touch of an experienced leader trainer and the sharing from other new leaders. 


Youth Protection Training

The Flint River Council follows the national youth protection training standards which requires renewal every two years. This protects children, adult leaders, and the organization by maintaining high vigilance on the important subject and methods of youth protection. 


As of January 2018, Y01 Youth Protection training is for all adults. Unit renewals are effective January 1st each year. In preparation for renewal or registering as a new adult, adult unit leaders need to demonstrate completion of youth protection training within the previous calendar year. 


We understand that we are asking more of already-busy volunteers, and appreciate your patience as we all work together to provide the safest possible atmosphere for our young members and valued Scouting volunteers. Youth Protection training is designed to help you keep our youth safe from abuse. 


You will learn the Boy Scouts of America’s Youth Protection Guidelines, signs of abuse, and how to report suspected abuse. After each section of material, you will answer questions about that section’s topic. This course must be completed to earn the “Trained” emblem. Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online. Estimated time to complete: 60 to 90 minutes.Log in to My.Scouting to take this course online 


Position-Specific Training

Position-Specific training is required to be considered “Trained” in the Boy Scouts of America. Though this training can be completed online at My.Scouting, it is recommended that leaders search out trainings near their district for an “In-Person” training. The live trainings are led by an experienced leader that not only can directly answer questions, but is well versed on local council resources. Below are a breakdown of all positions that require position-specific training. Estimated time to complete: 45 minutes.Log in to My.Scouting to take this course online 


This course is intended to provide Cubmasters with the information and tools they need to successfully lead a Cub Scout pack. Cubmasters and assistants who complete this training and Youth Protection training are considered “trained” for both positions.

How to take this training
Online at My.Scouting


These courses are intended to provide Lion Cub, Tiger Cub, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos den leaders with the information and tools they need to conduct successful den meetings. Den leaders who complete the Lion, Tiger Cub, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos training and Youth Protection training are considered trained for all five positions.

How to take this training
Online at My.Scouting


Position Specific training designed for the Pack Committee Chair. The objective of this learning plan is to prepare leaders for conducting meetings as new leaders. This training plus Youth Protection training is required to be fully trained as a Pack Committee Chair.

How to take this training
Online at My.Scouting


The Pack Committee training is designed for pack committees and is the course (along with Youth Protection training) pack committee members need to be considered “trained.” 

How to take this training
Online at My.Scouting


Supplemental Training

Supplemental training modules are designed to provide leaders in Scouts BSA with orientation beyond the basic training offered in Position-Specific training. Some of these trainings are required for outings:

All “direct contact” leaders are required to take BSA’s Hazardous Weather Training to be considered fully trained in their position. Here’s who is a “direct contact” leader: Cubmaster, Assistant Cubmaster, Den Leader, Assistant Den Leader, Tiger Den Leader, Webelos Den Leader, Assistant Webelos Den Leader

How to take this training
Online at My.Scouting


This one-and-a-half day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for leaders interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities. BALOO training consists of an online pre-requisite component in addition to an overnight hands on practical. BSA’s Cub Scout level camping policies will be taught along with the discovery of the necessary tools to help units carry our a successful camping experience. Completion of this course is mandatory for a MINIMUM OF ONE adult on a Pack overnighter.

How to take this training
Online component at My.Scouting
In-person training – click here for dates


BSA groups shall use Safe Swim Defense for all swimming activities. Adult leaders supervising a swimming activity must have completed Safe Swim Defense training within the previous two years. Safe Swim Defense standards apply at backyard, hotel, apartment, and public pools; at established waterfront swim areas such as beaches at state parks and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lakes; and at all temporary swimming areas such as a lake, river, or ocean.  Safe Swim Defense training may be obtained from the my.scouting.org at some council summer camps, and at other council or district training events.

How to take this training
Online at My.Scouting


Safety Afloat is the required training for Adult Leaders participating in or supervising all boating activities. Adult leaders supervising activities afloat must have completed Safety Afloat training within the previous two years.

How to take this training
Online at My.Scouting


The BSA STEM Nova awards program enables youth to explore STEM fields as they discover the science, math, technology, and engineering all around them as they earn awards. Nova Counselors are an important part of the STEM Nova program. They learn skills to help guide Scouts in earning the Nova awards, such as reviewing the requirements, as well as understanding the duties and responsibilities of this important position.

How to take this training
Online at My.Scouting (found in Program Safety section)

Wood Badge is an exciting, action-packed program designed to provide adult members with leadership skills and experience they can use in their Scouting positions and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others. Click here for more information.