As an adult leader, how do I qualify to wear this patch?

Step 1:  Complete Fast Start Training for your Scouting role.  The training is FREE and available online.  Here is the link:  Boy Scout – Fast Start Leader Training

Step 2:  Complete This is Scouting Training.  The training is FREE and available online.  Here is the link:  This is Scouting Training.  This training replaces New Leader Essentials and takes about 45 minutes to complete.

Step 3:  Attend Leader-Specific Training for your position in the Troop.  In addition, you must complete Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.

Congratulations!  Now that you’ve earned your patch, consider additional training:

Circle Ten Council Training

• University of Scouting for all Adult Leaders – early Saturday in January at SMU
• Circle Ten Council Wood Badge Leader Training

BSA Online Training (login is required)

• Boy Scout – Troop Committee Challenge
• Adult Leader Youth Protection Training
• Aquatics Safety (Safety Afloat and Safe Swim Defense)
• Climb on Safely
• Trek Safely
• Weather Hazards
• Order of the Arrow – Jumpstart for New Arrowmen (password required from OA Handbook)

BSA Online Reference Materials

• BSA Training Continuum diagram
• BSA Training Continuum discussion
• Guide To Safe Scouting
• Other BSA Forms
• Philmont Training Center information

EVERY SCOUT DESERVES A TRAINED LEADER