Cherokee/Pickens District
Atlanta Area Council, BSA

TRAINING STAFF

Training Chairman - Steve Pfeifer - 314-265-9976
Cub Scout Leader Training Chairman - Todd Musgrave - 770-361-6966
Boy Scout Leader Training Chairman - Elliot Segall - 770-664-7043
Venturing Leader Training Chairman - Chuck Brooks - 770-345-0139

Training, Every Youth Deserves a Trained Leader!


That's what the Council and Cherokee/Pickens District Training Committees are trying to make sure happens. Having a "trained leader" hopefully will lead to a better Scouting program which of course contributes to the growth of the youth Scout.

So how are we doing this? We're doing it by offering a lot of new and exciting training - when you need it and where you need it.

At present, if you were to check the calendar for Council and District trainings, you'll find many training sessions presently scheduled and we're planning more. Training is becoming more modularized and more frequent to meet your needs.

Opportunities range from short introductions to Scouting in general to intensive high-adventure instruction which will lead to safe, exciting outings.

We'd also like to mention that you don't have to just attend the training in the Cherokee/Pickens District. All of the training is being standardized across the Council, so no matter where or when you take it, you'll receive the same excellent training. In fact a lot of the Districts are starting to share trainers or do joint courses. So, if the Cherokee Pickens District isn't offering something that you'd like to take now, but another District is, then please consider taking it NOW, just a little further away from home. Check the web sites of the other Districts in the Atlanta Area Council for specifics.

 

What Makes a Trained Leader

 

A direct contact Scout leader is considered fully trained and entitled to wear the Trained leader emblem when he or she has completed the following training courses and the specific training for the position.

 

Fast Start Training.

Fast Start training is the first step for all new leaders and should be taken immediately after they register and before they meet with any youth members. New leaders choose the Fast Start they need to take: Cub Scout Leader, Boy Scout Leader, Varsity Scout Leader, or Venturing Crew Leader. All Fast Start courses are available on DVD, or they can be completed through the Online Learning Center. (If you are new to Scouting, you will be asked to create an account.)

Youth Protection Training.

Youth Protection training is required for all leaders who have direct contact with youth. At all times, youth safety is the number one priority. At the same time, adults need to know the rules for keeping themselves safe, too.

Comprehensive Youth Protection training teaches all the do’s and don’ts of working with youth. The training is offered through the Online Learning Center, or it may be taken as part of an district or council training course.

This is Scouting.

This Is Scouting is a new online training session that replaces New Leader Essentials. It picks up when Fast Start leaves off with six modules of training: The Mission of Scouting, Programs for All ages, Scouting Is Fun, Scouting in the Community, Keeping Our Youth Safe, and Scouting’s Legacy. The training takes about an hour to complete and can be found on Online Learning Center. (If you are new to Scouting, you will be asked to create an account.)

Position Specific Training.

Leader position specific training is based on the leader’s position. These courses are taught by informed trainers who know how to engage groups and make learning fun. These courses are offered by the district or council as group training, or may be done as small groups or by personal coaching.

 

Cub Scout Leaders

Cub Scout Leader Specific training has been developed for the following positions:

  • Tiger Cub den leaders
  • Cubmasters and assistants
  • Wolf and Bear Den leaders and assistants
  • Pack Committee
  • Webelos den leaders and assistants
  • Pack trainers

     

    February 13, 2010
    Cub Scout Leader Specific Training (CSLST)
    Time - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Location - Ball Ground UMC
    Contact - Cub Scout Leader Training Chairman - Todd Musgrave - 770-361-6966

August 21, 2010
Cub Scout Leader Specific Training (CSLST)
Location - TBA
Contact - Cub Scout Leader Training Chairman - Todd Musgrave - 770-361-6966

Boy Scout Leaders

Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training is for all Scoutmasters and their assistants. Boy Scout leaders also must complete Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills training to be considered fully trained.

March 13, 2010
Boy Scout Leader Specific Training (BSLST)
Details coming soon.

April 9 - 11, 2010
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (ITOLS)
Details coming soon.

September 11, 2010
Boy Scout Leader Specific Training (BSLST)
Details coming soon.

September 24 - 26, 2010
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (ITOLS)
Details coming soon.

 

Varsity Scout Leaders

Varsity Scout Coach Leader Specific is for all Varsity Coaches and assistants Coaches. Varsity Coaches and assistant Coaches must also complete Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills training to be considered fully trained.

 

Venturing Crew Leaders

Venturing Crew leaders and assistants must complete Venturing Leader Specific Training, which is a five-session training course.

February 27, 2010
Venturing Leader Specific Training (VLST) - advisor training
Venturing Leadership Skills Course (VLSC) - youth training
Volunteer Service Center (VSC)
Contact: Council Program Center 770-989-8820

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

Pack Camping is has come a long way, and it is one of the strongest reasons youth join the Cub Scout program. For a pack to go camping however there MUST be at least one registered leader on the outing that is BALOO trained. BALOO is a 6 hour indoor and outdoor training which helps with understanding the BSA progressive camping program, guidelines established by the National and Council office, plus helps us understand the value of the outdoor program.

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is a one-day training event that introduces leaders and parents to the skills needed to plan and conduct pack outdoor activities, particularly pack camping.

Participants who complete this training course will

  • Understand the focus of the Cub Scout level of the BSA outdoor program.

  • Gain the skills needed to plan and carry out a successful Cub Scout-level overnight activity.

  • Learn more about the resources available from the BSA for carrying out this activity.

This training is required for any adult who is in charge of planning a pack campout

March 6, 2010
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)
Details to follow

Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders (OLSWL)

Webelos den campouts serve to move the Webelos Scout to the next level of the BSA's ever-increasing challenge in the outdoors. The boy and his parent will be introduced to the basics of Boy Scout camping. A trained Webelos den leader who has completed position-specific training and Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders should conduct these events. Webelos dens are encouraged to participate in joint den-troop campouts, particularly in the fifth-grade year.

Designed specifically for Webelos den leaders and their assistants, the Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders course teaches outdoor-related skills through demonstration and hands-on practice. Webelos den leaders should attend this training before conducting Webelos overnight camping with the boys and parents of the den. In addition to covering basic camping skills, this training features planning campouts and finding resources.

April 10- 11, 2010
Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders (OLSWL)
Details coming soon.

September 25 - 26, 2010
Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders (OLSWL)
Details coming soon.

SUPPLEMENTAL TRAINING

Supplemental Training Modules

Supplemental training modules are designed to provide orientation beyond the basic training offered in New Leader Essentials and leader-specific training. Each module is a unit of training that can be used as an outline for a group, for personal coaching, or for self-study. Most of the outlines should require about an hour to complete. Consider each unit of study to be an introduction to the subject. Scouters are welcome to download subjects that are of interest for personal or unit use. There are no training credits associated with the completion of these units of study. Additional training units are being developed and will be continually added.

Roundtable

Roundtables are held monthly for the purpose of giving adult leaders the skills and ideas to deliver an exciting program to our youth membership. These roundtables also serve to renew each Scouter's enthusiasm and dedication. Cub Scout roundtables feature ceremonies, games and activities for den and pack meetings built around the next month's theme, while Boy Scout roundtables are centered on a subject selected to emphasize important aspects of the program.

Roundtable is the first Thursday of most months, 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm at Canton United Methodist Church. Roundtable offers programs for all levels of leadership. Check the District Calendar for specific dates.

Council Training Opportunities

See the Atlanta Area Council Training Page

 

PLEASE NOTE: Some Locations to be determined. Watch your roundtable, the Promise and the district web site, www.cpds.org for information as it becomes available or contact th appropriate training coordinator.

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