Training

Adult leaders in units are considered trained and eligible to wear the official Trained emblem when they have completed Safeguarding Youth Training,  and the training courses outlined by the BSA for their registered position.

Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT)

  • Safeguarding Youth training is required for all Scouting America registered volunteers and is a joining requirement.
  • Safeguarding Youth training must be taken every year. If a volunteer’s Safeguarding Youth training is not current at the time of annual registration renewal, the volunteer will not be re-registered.
  • To take the training, go to My.Scouting.org.
  • For more information about SYT click here

Position Specific training

  • You must take leaders position specific training online on My.Scouting.org or in-person trainig. 
  • Find out what training is required for your unit leadership role. Click here to view the sheet with requirements for Scoutmaster, Den Leader, and more.

Find Training Courses in the Western Mass Council

Use our website "Search Bar" to search for these local in-person trainings and find more information or Check the Calendar to find any of these courses that are currently being offered.

BSA Online Training

The national office offers some basic and supplemental training online. You can take Hazardous Weather, Safety Afloat, Safe Swim Defense, and more through the Online Learning Center. If you are interested in taking online training, please go to my.Scouting.org and log into your account or create a free account.

Explorer Online Training

 

All Exploring leader training modules are available through the Scouting America Learn Center (Scouting U) on  my.Scouting.org.

For more information about Exploring training and safety, please visit:

https://www.exploring.org/training-safety/

Training on Request

In an effort to meet the changing needs of our volunteers, the Council and District Training Committees  are committed to providing training where and when you need it. This Training on Request is facilitated by the volunteer Training Committee staff. If you and your Unit or several Units in your area would like a training course offered for you, we can help. Please fill out the online Training on Request form.