Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training Welcome to Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training

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

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

Aims of Scouting Character Development Citizenship Training Physical and Mental Fitness

Methods of Scouting Review: Character Development 1) X X X X X X Ideals 40 DINOSAUR 43 2) X X X X X X Adult Association 30 FOSSIL 21 3) X X X X X X Personal Growth 15 SHELLS 12 Leadership develop 10 4) X X X X X X JARASSIC 13 Uniform 5 EONS 5 5) X X X X X X

Methods of Scouting Review: Citizenship Training 1) X X X X X X Ideals 40 DINOSAUR 43 2) X X X X X X Patrols 30 FOSSIL 21 3) X X X X X X Outdoors 15 SHELLS 12 Personal Growth 10 4) X X X X X X JARASSIC 13 Leadership Develop. 5 EONS 5 5) X X X X X X

Methods of Scouting Review: Fitness DINOSAUR 43 1) X X X X X X Ideals 40 DINOSAUR 43 1) X X X X X X FOSSIL 21 2) X X X X X X Personal Growth 30 Outdoors 15 SHELLS 12 3) X X X X X X Advancement 10 4) X X X X X X JARASSIC 13

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

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

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

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

The Patrol Method Game : Quiz Show Round-Robin

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?

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

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)

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

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

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

The Support Team

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)

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

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

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