Training

Training Courses

Online Training Location

The following courses are available online and are mandatory courses to receive your Trained patch.

Youth Protection:

Adults in Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting should view the 65 minute video or take the online course, Adult Youth Protection. Covers types of abuse, two deep leadership and reporting requirements.

Boy Scout Leader Fast Start:

The "How to" training for new leaders in Scouting.

New Leader Essentials:

An introductory training for all new or untrained leaders that highlights the values, aims, history, funding and methods of Scouting. It addresses how these aims and methods are reached in age appropriate activities in Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting and Venturing. The ninety minute session is taken only once. Facilitated by unit training coordinators, districts and the council.

Scoutmaster Specific Training:

A one day or three two and a half hour training sessions for Scoutmasters and their assistants. Presented by districts, this training covers advancement, patrol method, outdoor program and program planning.

Outdoor Leader Skills:

Providing leaders in Boy Scouting, Varsity and Venturing with basic outdoor skills information. Given over one to two and a half days, it may include an overnight camping experience. Course emphasizes skills and may be accelerated by demonstrating mastery of specific skills. Skills taught are based on those found in The Boy Scout Handbook with emphasis on skills that build confidence and competence in leaders conducting outdoor experiences. Subjects covered include: flag etiquette, plant identification, packing and hiking techniques, map and compass, cooking and first aid. Districts offer this training.

Please view the calendar for the 2009-2010 scheduled courses

Hou Koda Training Chairpersons

Samer Lawand

Training Chair

433-4279

Karen Brinkman

Vice Training Chair

Training Registration

click here for a training registration form.