Fast Start Training and Youth Protection Training In Online Learning Center (Part of MyScouting.org)
        The Online Learning Center (OLC) was introduced by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America as a way for new and experienced Scouters to participate in Youth Protection Training, Fast Start Training for your adult volunteer position, and other selected topics of special interest. Any interested person can take the training courses at any time.
        One special advantage for registered Scouters is that the MyScouting.org Online Learning Center will transmit completed training records to the ScoutNET database jointly maintained by our council and the National Council. Your online training makes our training records more accurate when it comes to Youth Protection Training, Fast Start Training, and other online courses. When you first enroll online in MyScouting.org, be sure to use your BSA membership card to establish accurate record-keeping of the training courses you complete.

http://www.scouting.org/Applications/MyScoutingFull.aspx

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) for Boy Scouts            June 22 - June 27, 2009
        Similar to Wood Badge, the National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) experience helps Boy Scouts ages 13-17 and First Class rank (or higher) practice leadership skills as part of a model troop in an outdoor setting under the leadership of highly trained older Scouts and experienced Scouters. NYLT is held by the Monterey Bay Area Council at Pico Blanco Scout Reservation during the summer break.
        NYLT participation requires a level of maturity certified by the Scoutmaster, and must agree to live up to the Scout Oath and Law. Current details are contained in the attached NYLT registration form.

For more information on TLT (Troop Leadership Training), NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) or NAYLE (National Advanced Youth Leadership Experince) see The Youth Leadership Training Contimum: A Guide for Scout Leaders and Parents

NYLT 2009 Information Flyer and Application
 

Basic Leader Training
        Basic Leader Training consists of various in-person training experiences conducted by members of the district training teams. These National BSA training courses include New Leader Essentials (for all adults), Leader Specific Training (various courses for each adult position), and the Outdoor Skills Workshop (required for Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Varsity Scout Coaches, and Assistant Varsity Coaches).
           Basic Leader Training is offered by the districts throughout the year in various locations – some of these courses are scheduled on the council calendar, with registration flyers on this website, and others can be arranged with advance notice through your district training team. Contact your district training chair or district executive for the latest information on basic training.

University of Scouting and Other Supplemental Training Courses       

        The University of Scouting (UOS) is an annual day of supplemental training (“beyond basic”) designed so that all Scouters can come back every year and learn more in-depth information on topics of special interest. The University of Scouting includes special programs and guest speakers, and is usually held on the fourth Saturday in January. UOS includes virtually all of the features of the original Cub Scout Leaders Powwow. See the current UOS registration form for details about course selection and registration.
        Other supplemental training courses include various specialty trainings, such as Trainer Development, Basic Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO), Trek Safely, Climb on Safely, etc. See the council calendar for announced dates, or contact your district training team to learn about courses in nearby councils.

University of Scouting and Expo 2009 Flyer
University of Scouting 2009 Class Registration Form

Wood Badge for the 21^st Century Advanced Leader Training        Starting March 21, 2009
            Wood Badge is the advanced leadership training experience for adult Scouters. Our council currently cooperates with two neighboring councils to offer this training once in the spring and once in the fall.
         Wood Badge combines practical development of personal leadership skills with two weekends of fun and outdoor experience in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Completion of Youth Protection Training, Fast Start, and Basic Training is required before attending Wood Badge. See attached Wood Badge registration form for details.

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