Training Opportunities

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Training is an important part of learning to become an effective leader. The Scouting position you hold will be easier once you know the skills necessary to provide a quality program to today's youth. Scouts and leaders are all strongly encouraged to take advantage of every training opportunity.

The national BSA Online Learning Center provides a wide variety of training opportunities. A log-in is required; registered members of the BSA may provide their member numbers (as part of their user profile) to receive credit. There are also many other supplemental training opportunities that provide orientation beyond the basic trainings offered. Click on the links below for information on training events in and around Blackhawk Area Council, or visit the national BSA Online Learning Center for more training opportunities.

Online Learning Center Courses include the following: Youth Protection Training Venturing Youth Protection Training Cub Scout Leader Fast Start Boy Scout Leader Fast Start Venturing Advisor Fast Start Troop Committee Challenge Safe Swim Defense Safety Afloat Staffing the District Committee Venturing Crew Orientation Venturing Youth Protection Training Generational Diversity Hazardous Weather* (*Beginning in 2009 this course will be required for tour permits)

Adult Training Steps to Becoming a Trained Leader New Leader Essentials Leader Specific Training Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills Health and Safety Training Information related to safety issues Guide to Safe Scouting Climb On Safely Supplemental and Advanced Training Leave No Trace Powder Horn Pow Wow Wood Badge Webelos Leader Outdoor Training BALOO Youth Training National Youth Leadership Training Den Chief Training