Once a volunteer has a solid overview of the BSA’s values-based program, he or she can begin training for a specific Scouting position through Leader Specific training. This training provides the specialized knowledge a new leader needs to assume a leadership role. Because each course is designed for a specific leadership position, the training time varies. Leader Specific training has been developed for the following positions and their assistants:

• Tiger Cub den leaders
• Cub Scout den leaders
• Webelos den leaders
• Cubmasters
• Pack committee members
• Scoutmasters
• Troop committee members
• Venturing committee members
• Venturing Advisors

Prior to attending a Leader Specific Training class, please visit http://olc.scouting.org and complete Fast Start for your position. Before you meet with a group of scouts, you should complete Youth Protection training as well. This Is Scouting can be completed any time within your first three months as a leader.