1. Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training
Welcome to
Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training

2. Welcome This course is designed for the following individuals:
Scoutmasters
Assistant Scoutmasters
Committee Members
and interested parents / volunteers

3. Opening and Introductions
Welcome
Opening Ceremony
Staff Introductions
Participant Introductions
Written Resources

4. Aims of Scouting Character Development Citizenship Training
Physical and Mental Fitness

5. Methods of Scouting Review: Character Development 1) X X X X X X
Ideals
DINOSAUR 43
2) X X X X X X
Adult Association
FOSSIL 21
3) X X X X X X
Personal Growth
SHELLS 12
Leadership develop
4) X X X X X X
JARASSIC 13
Uniform
EONS 5
5) X X X X X X

6. Methods of Scouting Review: Citizenship Training 1) X X X X X X
Ideals
DINOSAUR 43
2) X X X X X X
Patrols
FOSSIL 21
3) X X X X X X
Outdoors
SHELLS 12
Personal Growth
4) X X X X X X
JARASSIC 13
Leadership Develop
EONS 5
5) X X X X X X

7. Methods of Scouting Review: Fitness DINOSAUR 43 1) X X X X X X
Ideals
DINOSAUR 43
1) X X X X X X
FOSSIL 21
2) X X X X X X
Personal Growth
Outdoors
SHELLS 12
3) X X X X X X
Advancement
4) X X X X X X
JARASSIC 13

8. Role of the Scoutmaster
What are the QUALITIES of an effective Scoutmaster?
What are the SKILLS of an effective Scoutmaster?
Patrol Activity

9. Role of the Scoutmaster
A Scoutmaster must BE …
A good role model for the leadership skills expected of the boys
A coach and a guide as the boys grow through Scouting
An example for the aims of Scouting
Approachable
Respectful
Trusted

10. Role of the Scoutmaster
A Scoutmaster must KNOW…
That Boy Scouting works best when the boys are the leaders
That the patrol method is the best way to run a troop
The basic skills that are expected from the boys
How to use the Guide to Safe Scouting in developing the troop’s program
The tools and resources available from the district and council

11. Role of the Scoutmaster
A Scoutmaster must DO…
Everything he can to help the boys become confident leaders
Appropriate modeling so Scouts apply the aims of Scouting in their daily lives
Needed training to develop assistant Scoutmasters
His own recurring and supplemental training to improve and refresh his Scouting skills
The work needed to partner with the troop committee
Everything necessary to communicate effectively with boys, parents, and other leaders in the troop
Everything needed to uphold the standards of the BSA and the chartered organization

12. The Patrol Method
Game : Quiz Show Round-Robin

13. The Patrol Method Let’s review your answers to the game:
What is a Patrol?
What different types of Patrols are there?
Who is involved in the Patrol Leadership?
What should Patrols have Patrol Meetings?

14. The Patrol Method How do you balance the needs of a specific patrol?
What is the National Honor Patrol Award?

15. Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills Training Course ---------
Course Break 1
Let’s take a 10 minute break
before we continue to the next section
Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills Training Course
(Next Course Information)

16. The Troop Meeting Introduction Troop Meeting Plan Preopening Opening
Skills instruction
Patrol meetings
Interpatrol activity
Closing
After the meeting

17. Advancement Advancement Program Philosophy
The Scout Learns
The Scout is Tested
The Scout is Reviewed
The Scout is Recognized
Role of Troop Committee in Advancement
The Scoutmaster Conference

18. The Support Team Roles of Unit Committee Troop Committee Positions
District and Council Support Team
Unit Commissioners
BSA Organizational Chart

19. The Support Team

20. Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills Training Course ---------
Course Break 2
Let’s take a 15 minute break
before we continue to the next section
Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills Training Course
(next course information)

21. Annual Planning Five Steps of Annual Troop Program Planning
Do your homework
Get Patrol Input
Hold a planning conference
Consult with the troop committee
Announce the plan

22. Wrap-up Rank Advancement Certificates to Participants
Please fill out your Course and Instructor Evaluations now
Other Training Opportunities
Closing Ceremony

23. Every Scout deserves a trained leader.
Thank you for coming
Every Scout deserves a trained leader.