The Scoutmaster is the adult responsible for working directly with the Scouts providing direction, coaching, and support. The Scoutmaster has three basic roles:

In a Scout-run troop, the Scoutmaster does not assert his authority, but guides and counsels every Scout so the troop can function well and serve the purposes of Scouting.

Nearly everything you need to know about being a Scout-master can be found in The Scoutmaster Handbook. We will reference it many times during Scoutmaster and Assistant …

When Scoutmaster Position-Specific training and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) have both been completed, new Scoutmasters will have the tools needed to begin an efective …

Learn about the Boy Scouts of America’s adult leader training program, including Youth Protection Training and Cyber Chip.

Position-Specific (Role-Based) Courses These courses are designed to help Scouters learn how to effectively carry out their Scouting roles. In most cases, completing the course will make a …

An assistant Scoutmaster is an adult leader over the age of 18 who helps the Scoutmaster deliver the promise of Scouting. Each assistant Scoutmaster is assigned specific program duties.

A Trained Leader is a registered adult. Youth Protection Training is a joining requirement for all registered adults and must be retaken every two years (some Councils require it to be retaken …

In this capacity, junior assistant Scoutmasters (a troop may have more than one) follow the guidance of the Scoutmaster in providing support and supervision to other youth leaders in the …

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