Adult Training
Every youth deserves a trained leader, and our goal is to have 100% of Grand Canyon Council Scout leaders meeting minimum training requirements for their roles.
- Read our 100% “TRAINED” LEADER TRAINING PLAN (PDF)
- Review the training requirements by position to better understand the online modules you may need to complete, as well as the time requirements. Most leaders can be fully trained over a 2-4 hour period by completing the 5-30 minute long modules one at a time.
- Click here for a step by step guide on how to set up a my.scouting.org training account.
- For additional resources and updated training information go to www.scouting.org/training/
- See also our Youth Training page
- For questions, contact the Council Training Chair: Allyn “AC” Calhoun – acscouter312@gmail.com
New Unit Leaders
Below is a quick summary of what you need to be considered “trained” or view Course Details
- Cubmaster
- Assistant Cubmaster
- Den Leader
- Assistant Den Leader
* Only required for overnight camping
- Scoutmasters
- Assistant Scoutmaster
- Crew Advisor
- Associate Advisor
* Recommended for Venturing, not required
- Committee Chair
- Committee Member
What do I do first?
Youth Protection Training (YPT) must be completed before submitting your Adult Application.
You can take Youth Protection Training online at my.scouting.orgPosition-Specific Training can be completed at a training event (see Calendar) or it can be taken online at my.scouting.org
IOLS and Baloo must be taken in person at an overnight training event (see Calendar below).
- Weather Hazards can be taken online at my.scouting.org
Calendar: Upcoming Training Events for Adults
All Skill Levels
The Trainer’s EDGE
While the Trainer’s EDGE is a required train-the-trainer course for Wood Badge and NYLT staffs, it is also for other trainers wishing to enhance their training and presentation skills.
Baden-Powell University
This University of Scouting event offers supplementary training for all Scouters at all levels of training and roles within the program!
Powder Horn
For adults and youth 14+, Powder Horn is a hands-on experience to give you the resources and contacts necessary to conduct an awesome high-adventure program in your troop, team, crew, or ship.
Poseidon
For adults and youth 14+, Poseiden is a hands-on experience to give you the resources and contacts necessary to conduct an awesome high-adventure program in your troop, team, crew, or ship.
Expanded & Supplemental
Weather Hazards
Direct contact leaders must complete Hazardous Weather Training to be considered position trained.
Available online at my.scouting.org
Safe Swim Defense
Adult leaders supervising a swimming activity must have completed Safe Swim Defense training within the previous two years.
Available online at my.scouting.org
Safety Afloat
Adult leaders supervising activities afloat must have completed Safety Afloat training within the previous two years.
Available online at my.scouting.org
First Aid
First aid refers to the emergency or immediate care you should provide when a person is injured or ill until full medical treatment is available.
Learn more at scouting.org/health-and-safety/am-red-cross/
CPR
A lifesaving technique useful in many emergencies, including a heart attack or near drowning, in which someone’s heartbeat has stopped.
Learn more at scouting.org/health-and-safety/am-red-cross/
Climb On Safely
The procedure for organizing BSA climbing/rappelling activities at a natural site or a specifically designed facility such as a climbing wall or tower.
Available online at my.scouting.org
Wilderness First Aid
Wilderness first aid (WFA), the next step up from the basic first aid. It can have a dramatic effect on the outcome of emergencies, injuries, and illnesses.
Learn more about this at scouting.org/health-and-safety/training/wilderness-fa/
High Adventure Trek Training (HATT)
A three-session training event for leaders who have a desire to help deliver a fun high adventure program to the youth they serve.
Information on 2020 courses coming soon.
Planning and Conducting a Safe Scout Outing
Learn about the “sandwich principle” with emphasis on the importance of qualified supervision and discipline.
Learn more about this at scouting.org/training/adult/supplemental/planning-and-conducting-a-safe-scout-outing/
Recruiting Quality Training Staff
Recruiting is an ongoing responsibility. This training will provide an overview of the steps involved in recruiting quality district or council training staff.
Learn more about this at scouting.org/training/adult/supplemental/recruiting-quality-training-staff/
Commissioner & District Training
COR Training
COR Guidebook (pdf)Online training modules for the Chartered Organization Representative are available in the BSA Learn Center on my.scouting.org
Unit Commissioner training
Commissioner supportOnline training modules for Unit Commissioners is available in the BSA Learn Center on my.scouting.org
District Committee Training
List of District Committee rolesThese online training modules replace the District Committee Workshop. Visit the BSA Learn Center on my.scouting.org
Advanced
Wood Badge
Wood Badge is an advanced, national leadership course open only to Scouting volunteers and professionals. It’s a hands-on experience for team building, conflict management, project planning, and effective listening.
Philmont Leadership Challenge
Adults learn to internalize and practice their leadership skills in this action-packed backcountry conference. The conference hones the skills taught in Wood Badge in an outdoor experiential learning environment.
Summit Leadership Challenge
Adults learn to internalize and practice their leadership skills in this action-packed Summit conference. The conference hones the skills taught in Wood Badge in an outdoor experiential learning environment.
Sea Base
Sea Base is a unique Scouting program that offers aquatics programs found nowhere else. Whether your interests lie in sailing, scuba diving, rustic camping on an undeveloped barrier island, fishing or a combination of all, this is the place for your unit.
Specialty
New Unit Organization
This training is designed to help Scouters understand the role of the new-unit organizer and the new-unit commissioner, and how to use the Unit Performance Guide.
Climbing Instructor
There must be a minimum of two instructors for all climbing and rappelling activities (up to 12 participants) and one additional instructor for each additional six participants.
NRA Instructor / RSO
Any youth group involved in a shooting sports activity must abide by several rules and guidelines to ensure safety.
Camp Health Officer Training
Required information for camp health officers can be viewed on these presentations:
Course Directors and Area Training Conferences
The 2020 Course Director’s and Area Training Conference listing will be updated once confirmed from regional training chairs.
National Training Conference
The 2020 National Training Conference listing will be updated once confirmed from regional training chairs.