Leader Training

Training is perhaps the most important resource provided by the BSA to its leaders.

Required Training for All Cub Scout Leaders

• Fast Start - a brief training taken on the BSA Online Learning Center (provided by the BSA National Council)
• Leadership Essentials - a 1.5 hour course covering the basics of Cub Scouting. Participants recieve the Leader Book.
• Cub Leader Specific - a 3 hour course targeted at a specific position, e.g., Cub Master, Wolf/Bear Den Leader, etc.
• Youth Protection - a 1.5 hour course, available in a class setting or on the BSA Online Learning Center (provided by the BSA National Council)

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Additional Training

Training opportunities are presented regularly, some right at Saint George Church. Some of the typical offerings:

• District Round Table meetings - programming assistance for leaders, normally held the first Monday of each month at 7:30 PM. The Quinsigamond District Round Table Meetings are held at First Congregation Church.
• BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) - an 8 hour course offered about two times each year at Treasure Valley, the Mohegan Council's Scouting reservation.
• OWL (Overnight Webelos Leader)- a 12 hour course also offered at Treasure Valley.
• Safety Afloat - sometimes offered locally, also available online.
• Safe Swim Defense - sometimes offered locally, also available online.
• Climb On Safely - basic training required of adult leaders to organize a climbing and rappelling activity for their unit.

Note: Some of these additional offerings are required for particular activities.

See the Mohegan Council Training Schedule for upcoming training events.

Page updated 8/28/06.