Leader Specific Training
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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
  • Varsity Coaches

    • Prior to attending a Leader Specific Training class, please visit myscouting.org and complete Youth Protection training. This Is Scouting and Fast Start are not required, as of January 1, 2012, but are recommended.

    How Long Will Training Sessions Last?

    Tiger Cub den leaders 2 hours, 35 minutes
    Cub Scout den leaders 2 hours, 40 minutes
    Webelos den leaders 2 hours, 55 minutes
    Cubmasters and assistants 2 hours, 40 minutes
    Pack committee members 2 hours, 40 minutes
    Scoutmasters and assistants 3 sessions, 2.5 hours each
    Troop committee members 3 hours
    Venturing crew Advisors 5 hours
    Venturing crew committee members 5 hours
    Varsity Coaches 5 hours

    Please note that Cub Scout Leader-Specific Training is now available online! See myscouting.org.

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