ALL REGISTERED ADULT VOLUNTEERS are required to be currently Youth Protection Trained. Current leaders will not be able to re-register at recharter time without current youth protection certification. This certification is good for two years from date of completion. Additionally, before a new adult volunteer will be able to register with the Samoset Council, they will need to take the Youth Protection Training and submit their certificate with their adult application.
How do I earn the "Trained" patch?
Once completing steps one and two, step three wraps the entire plan together specifically for your role in your unit. Position specific training collects best practices and resources from tenured leaders and presents it alongside basic program training. For example, Den Leader Position Specific Training will include information on how to put together a den meeting, ways to keep your Cub Scouts engaged, options for opening and closing ceremonies, and how to include an outdoor component to your activities. The BSA Learning Center is set up to create a learning plan based on your role. If you'd like to see exactly what training is required of each position, check out this document here.
Additional Trainings offered by the Samoset Council
Check out these fun trainings offered online!
Weather Hazards - Camping where the weather can be unpredictable brings additional challenges on unit campouts. Weather Hazards walks you through the best practices when you're out on a trip! The Hazardous Weather training is available in your Learning Center on my.scouting.org
Safety Moments - The BSA has put together an entire library of safety moments to share with your fellow leaders and Scouts. These are quick, easy lessons that everyone can benefit from.
CubCast and ScoutCast - These are regular podcasts put on by leaders for leaders. They are full of information and resources with the best tips and tricks to make your meetings and activities a blast.
