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

Step 1:  Complete Adult Leader Youth Protection Training.  The training is FREE and available online.  Here is the link:  Adult Leader Youth Protection Training

Step 2:  Complete Fast Start Training for your Scouting role.  The training is FREE and available online.  Here is the link:  Cub Scout – Fast Start Leader Training

Step 3:  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 4:  Complete Leader-Specific Training for your position in the Pack.  The training is FREE and available online.  Here is the link:  Cub Scout Leader-Specific Training.  This training became available online in August 2010.

In addition, you can choose to attend Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO).

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)

• Aquatics Safety (Safety Afloat and Safe Swim Defense)
• Climb on Safely
• Weather Hazards

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