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Boy Scout Adult Leader Training
Every Scout deserves a trained leader!
All Troop 14 Parents
Here are the two fundamental training courses that every parent in Troop 14 should complete!
Troop 14 Assistant Scoutmasters and Scoutmaster... and Parents who Attend Outings
The Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained when they have completed all nine of the training courses listed below.
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How Can I do this? |
Parents |
Troop 14 Assistant Scoutmasters and Scoutmaster |
| Youth Protection Training |
Online e-Learning |
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| Safe Swim Defense |
Online e-Learning |
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| Safety Afloat |
Online e-Learning |
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| CPR |
You can obtain this from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association. Troop 14 also offers this about every other year. |
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| Weather Hazards (Hazardous Weather) |
Online e-Learning |
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| Boy Scout Fast Start Training |
Online e-Learning |
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| New Leader Essentials |
Classroom training offered through Des Plaines Valley Council. Schedule is on website. |
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| Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training |
Classroom training offered through Des Plaines Valley Council. Schedule is on website. |
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| Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills |
A weekend training event at the Cub Scout Adventure Camp near Rochelle, IL; offered through Des Plaines Valley Council. Schedule is on website. |
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Troop 14 Committee Members
Troop Committee Members are considered trained when they have completed the four training courses listed below.
| What Training Should I Take? |
How Can I do this? |
Troop 14 Committee Members
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| Youth Protection Training |
Online e-Learning |
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| Boy Scout Fast Start Training |
Online e-Learning |
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| New Leader Essentials |
Classroom training offered through Des Plaines Valley Council. Schedule is on website. |
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| Troop Committee Challenge (Leader Specific Training) |
Classroom training offered through Des Plaines Valley Council. Schedule is on website. |
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Additional Recommended Training
| What Training Should I Take? |
How Can I do this? |
All Parents |
Troop 14 Committee Members |
Troop 14 Assistant Scoutmasters and Scoutmaster |
| BSA Life Guard |
Offered at Summer Camp. |
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| Merit Badge Counselor Training |
This (~1 Hour) classroom training is offered through Des Plaines Valley Council. Schedule is on website. The Instructor's Guide is available here. |
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Advanced Training - Optional
| What Training Should I Take? |
How Can I do this? |
Troop 14 Committee Members |
Troop 14 Assistant Scoutmasters and Scoutmaster |
| Philmont Training Center |
Each summer, the Philmont Training Center offers weeklong courses that cover every aspect of the BSA's program. This is simply a fantastic learning experience. |
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| Boy Scout Wood Badge |
Wood Badge for the 21st Century is designed for all leaders in our traditional programs and districts. It teaches leadership skills. To attend, leaders must be trained according to the standards of their specific Scouting positions. Wood Badge is held on two weekends. You must attend BOTH weekends. Training isoffered through Des Plaines Valley Council. Schedule is on website.
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