Training Events 2010 — 2011

Providing Positive Youth Experience Through Trained Leaders

Every youth deserves a trained leader! Trained leaders make better Packs, Troops, and Crews. When leaders are trained, they feel more confident to run Scouting units, youth have more fun in the program and stay in Scouting longer. Leader training is offered in the Des Plaines Valley Council on an on-going basis. You may attend training in any district.

The Des Plaines Valley Council Excellence in Training Award has been established to recognize those units who have set a high standard in leadership training. Studies prove that youth stay in the program longer when they have trained leaders who know how to make the program fun and exciting.   

An expanded program of Basic Leader Training continues in our Council year round! Feel free to contact your District or Council Training chair if you have questions about the new program. Please refer to the training event flyers available at Roundtables or the Council Service Center, or call the Des Plaines Valley Council at 708-354-1111. Contact your District for more information on training events.

See the list of our Council award winners..

	District	Training Chair	District Executive
●	Tall Grass (TG)	Ruth Schumacher 630-257-3481 ruths59@ameritech.net	Ciara Crowther 708-354-1111, Ext. 19 Ciara.Crowther@Scouting.org
●	Twin Lakes (TL)	Ken Wiese 708-386-1297 csrndtbl@sbcglobal.net	Bart Zona 708-354-1111, Ext. 16 Bart.Zona@Scouting.org
●	Voyageur Trace (VT)	Bill Raysa 708-562-8699 wraysa@rzllc.com	Chris Isit 708-354-1111, Ext. 15 Christopher.Isit@Scouting.org
	Council Training Contacts
●	Council Commissioner	Cliff Egel	708-352-7051 DPVC_commish@att.net
●	Council Training Chair	Gary Watt	630-783-8462 gary.watt@sbcglobal.net
●	Wood Badge Coordinator	Bill Raysa	708-562-8699 wraysa@rzllc.com
●	Council Training Staff Advisor	Tony Roth	708-354-1111 ext. 20 Tony.Roth@Scouting.org

Sequence of Training

The sequence for Basic Leader Training is shown in the following diagram. After completing Youth Protection Training and Fast Start for their program, all leaders take the same training course (This is Scouting) followed by courses that are specific to their Scouting program – Cub Scout Leader, Boy Scout Leader, Venturing Leader, or Exploring Adult Leader Specific Training. After successfully completing the basic courses, all leaders are eligible to take the more advanced Wood Badge for the 21st Century course. The 2010-2011 Training Calendar lists the Basic Leader courses in chronological order.

Quick Links to Training Sections

All Leaders	Cub Scout Leaders	Boy Scout Leaders
Venturing Leaders	Special Training	Commissioner Training
Learning for Life/Exploring

All Leaders

Youth Protection Training

Youth Protection Training is the required first step for any new volunteer in any Scouting position and must be completed at the time of registration and before he or she meets with any youth member.

Registration and annual renewal for any BSA adult position requires completion of Youth Protection Training (YPT) every two (2) years. Those individuals not meeting these YPT criteria will not have their annual registration renewed.

Youth Protection Training for Cub Scout Leaders, Boy Scout Leaders, and Venturing Leaders is available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online. However, for those with limited Internet access or preferring the interaction of a live class, the council provides such YPT classes.

Fast Start Training

Fast start is the next step for any new volunteer and is to be delivered immediately after a new leader registers and before he or she meets with any youth member.

Fast Start is available to all persons interested in the Scouting program and is required for any direct contact leader to achieve fully trained status. This training is not designed to replace Basic Leader Training, but rather to provide you with a quick introduction and overview of the program. Copies of the video are available for purchase at the Scout Shop and for checkout from the Council Service Center.

Fast Start is also available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online.

This is Scouting

This Is Scouting replaces New Leader Essentials and is available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion of This Is Scouting is required for any direct contact leader to achieve fully trained status. It provides an overview of the Scouting organization, including history, values, programs, youth protection, community involvement, and training. The module consists of six video sections, each followed by a brief quiz. Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online. Estimated time to complete: 50 minutes.

The Trainer's EDGE

The Trainer’s EDGE replaces the Trainer Development Conference (BSA 500) as the required train-the-trainer course for Wood Badge for the 21^st Century and NYLT staffs.

The purpose of The Trainer’s EDGE course is to provide and help develop the platform skills of a trainer. It is meant to focus on the participant, while raising the level of skill a trainer brings to the staff experience. Only practice can polish these skills, but this course is intended to “train the trainer” on behaviors and resources while offering hands-on experience in methods and media.

Wood Badge for the 21^st Century

Wood Badge for the 21^st 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.

Wood Badge Dinner

All Scouters are invited to attend the annual Wood Badge Potluck Dinner to learn about the Wood Badge for the 21^st Century program. This is an evening of fun and fellowship.

Climb On Safely

This training covers eight key safety points about climbing and rappelling and is recommended for adult leaders organizing any type of climbing outing. You will watch a brief video broken into three sections and answer questions after each section.

Climb On Safely is also available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records. Estimated time to complete: 30 minutes.

Hazardous Weather Training

To obtain an approved Tour Permit, at least one adult attending the outing must have completed Hazardous Weather training. All leaders are encouraged to take this online course.

Hazardous Weather training for Cub Scout Leaders, Boy Scout Leaders, and Venturing Leaders is available online at: http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records. Estimated time to complete: 40 minutes.

Safe Swim Defense

Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader must complete Safe Swim Defense training, have a commitment card (No. 34243) with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan.

Safe Swim Defense is also available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records.

Safety Afloat

Safety Afloat training has been developed to promote boating and boating safety and to set standards for safe unit activity afloat. Before a BSA group may engage in an excursion, expedition, or trip on the water (canoe, raft, sailboat, motorboat, rowboat, floating in an inner tube, or other craft), adult leaders for such activity must complete Safety Afloat Training, No. 34159, have a commitment card (No. 34242) with them, and be dedicated to full compliance with all nine points of Safety Afloat.

Safety Afloat is also available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records.

Trek Safely

This course covers seven key safety points about trekking and is recommended for adult leaders organizing any type of trek. You will watch a brief video broken into two sections and answer questions after each section.

Trek Safely is also available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records. Estimated time to complete: 20 minutes.

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Cub Scouts

To be fully trained, Cub Scout leaders must complete Youth Protection Training, Cub Scout Leader Fast Start, This is Scouting, and the Cub Scout Leader Specific training for their registered position. After completing all of the preceding training, a Cub Scout leader is entitled to wear the “Trained” strip on their uniform sleeve below their position patch.

Cub Scout Leader Specific Training

This training includes the new Cub Scout 2010 program and is designed to meet the needs of Cubmasters & Assistants, Tiger Cub Leaders, Wolf & Bear Den Leaders & Assistants, Webelos Leaders & Assistants, Pack Trainers, and Pack Committee Members. Weeknight and Saturday sessions are offered.

BALOO

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation teaches Cub Scout Leaders how to plan and carry out outdoor experiences for the Pack. At least one Cub Scout Leader must attend BALOO training in order for a Cub Scout Pack to receive an approved Tour Permit for Pack overnight camping.

Webelos Leader Outdoor Training

Webelos Leader Outdoor Training has been replaced by Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (see Boy Scout section below).

Pow Wow

Pow Wow is a one-day Cub Scout leader training extravaganza returning to Des Plaines Valley Council for the first time in several years. Pow Wow goes way beyond Cub Scout Leader Fast Start, This is Scouting, and Cub Scout Leader Specific Training. Adult leaders gain an entire year’s worth of new ideas and inspiration that enhance Tiger, Cub and Webelos Den and Pack programs. This Cub Scout training event of the year is where adult leaders renew knowledge, learn to add pizzazz to den and pack meetings, and gain ideas for making them fun.

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Boy Scouts

To be fully trained, Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters must complete Youth Protection Training, Boy Scout Leader Fast Start, This is Scouting, Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills. Troop Committee Members are considered fully trained when they have completed Youth Protection Training, Boy Scout Leader Fast Start, This is Scouting, and Troop Committee Challenge as their Leader Specific Training. After completing all of the preceding training, a Boy Scout leader is entitled to wear the “Trained” strip on their uniform sleeve below their position patch.

Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training

A must for all Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters, and transitioning Webelos leaders. This session concentrates on Troop operation. All three sessions are required.

Troop Committee Challenge

Troop Committee Challenge builds working committees that provide better service to units. This training will help committee members understand the importance of their role in the committee. Committee Members take Youth Protection Training, Boy Scout Leader Fast Start Training, This is Scouting, then Troop Committee Challenge.

Troop Committee Challenge is available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records. Estimated time to complete: 45 minutes.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills

Webelos, Boy Scout, and Venturing leaders (for crews with an outdoor program) take Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills to familiarize them with camping equipment, cooking and outdoor activities. This weekend event is offered at the Adventure Camp near Rochelle, IL. You must attend the entire weekend.

Okpik

Okpik prepares Boy Scouts and Venturers for cold weather camping and outdoor activities. Des Plaines Valley Council is participating in Northwest Suburban Council’s Okpik this year in preparation for hosting our own later. Completion of all four training sessions is required in order to attend the weekend outing. You must also attend the entire weekend.

Den Chief Training

Den Chief Training teaches a Boy Scout or Venturer how to help Cub Scout Den Leaders and Webelos Leaders with the den meetings and the new Cub Scout 2010 program. A Den Chief helps plan, prepare, and run the meetings..

Troop Leadership Training

Troop Leadership Training, No. 34306A, is for youth leaders in a Scout troop and replaces the Scoutmaster Junior Leader Training Kit. It is organized into three one-hour modules, which can be taught individually or all in one session. The content of the first session focuses on what a new leader must know; the second session on what a leader must be, and the third session on what a leader must do. Completing all three modules qualifies the Scout to wear the "Trained" strip under his badge of office. The new syllabus contains leadership position cards that define each position in the troop. Completion of TLT prepares the youth to attend National Youth Leadership Training.

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)

The council's National Youth Leadership Training inspires Scouts and Venturers to improve their leadership skills. The conference is conducted in a resident camp setting at the Adventure Camp near Rochelle, IL and focuses on training the top Scout leader in the troop or Venturing leader in the crew, the troop’s Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) or the crew’s President. Participants do not have to be currently serving as SPL or President, but should have the skills and abilities to do so in the future. Emphasis is on two areas to benefit the troop or crew. First, Scoutcraft skills and how they can be passed on to other Scouts and Venturers in their troop or crew, and second, leadership skills that will make the leader more effective in his or her job. You must be recommended by your Scoutmaster or Venturing Crew Advisor and attend the entire week.

National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE)

If a Boy Scout or Venturer is at least 14 years old, holds a troop or crew leadership position, and has completed National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) or a special Venturer "bridging course", he or she is eligible to apply for the Philmont-based, National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience or NAYLE. This backcountry program expands upon the team building and ethical decision making skills learned in NYLT while adding elements of Philmont Ranger Training and advanced Search and Rescue skills to teach leadership, teamwork, and lessons of selfless service. For more information, please see the NAYLE website.

Merit Badge Counselor Orientation

Merit Badge Counselor Orientation gives counselors the confidence and consistency needed to counsel Boy Scouts in Merit Badges. This course is required for every Merit Badge Counselor.

Life to Eagle Training

After completing the Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, and Life ranks, a Scout is ready to begin work on his Eagle Scout Badge. This includes earning the required amount of merit badges, completing a service project, and completing a Board of Review. This training for the Scout and his parents/guardians identifies the steps required for him to make the transition from Life Scout to Eagle Scout. This training is delivered within each district. Please watch district information in the council’s Cybernews for dates.

Eagle Coach Training

Eagle Coach Training prepares a registered adult in a troop to serve as an Eagle Coach to assist Scouts along the Life to Eagle path, including advising them in the preparation of their service project concept and workbook. This course is required for every Eagle Coach.

Showando

Enjoy an opportunity for adult Boy Scout leaders to both demonstrate and observe / participate in Scouting skills for each other’s learning. It’s really about sharing best practices among representatives of the participating troops. In other words…show and do!

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Venturing

To be fully trained, Venturing Crew Advisors, Assistant Advisors, and Crew Committee Members must complete Venturing Youth Protection Training, Venturing Advisor Fast Start, This is Scouting, and Venturing Leader Specific Training. For crews with an outdoor program, Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills is also required. After completing all of the preceding training, a Venturing leader is entitled to wear the “Trained” strip on their uniform sleeve below their position patch.

Venturing Leader Specific Training

Venturing Leaders learn the basics of unit operation. This course is to be preceded by This is Scouting which is available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ .

Venturing Youth Protection

This course covers the additional concerns of a Venturing Crew or Explorer Post due to the co-ed program and is included as part of the Venturing Leader Specific Training above. To remain registered, leaders should renew Venturing Youth Protection Training every two years.

It is also available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records. Estimated time to complete: 40 minutes.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills

Venturing leaders of crews with an outdoor program take Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills. This weekend event is offered at the Adventure Camp near Rochelle, IL. You must attend the entire weekend.

Okpik

Okpik prepares Venturers for cold weather camping and outdoor activities. Des Plaines Valley Council is participating in Northwest Suburban Council’s Okpik this year in preparation for hosting our own later. Completion of all four training sessions is required in order to attend the weekend outing. You must also attend the entire weekend.

Den Chief Training

Den Chief Training teaches a Venturer how to help Cub Scout Den Leaders and Webelos Leaders with the den meetings and the new Cub Scout 2010 program. A Den Chief helps plan, prepare, and run the meetings..

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)

The council's National Youth Leadership Training inspires Scouts and Venturers to improve their leadership skills. The conference is conducted in a resident camp setting at the Adventure Camp near Rochelle, IL and focuses on training the top Scout leader in the troop or Venturing leader in the crew, the troop’s Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) or the crew’s President. Participants do not have to be currently serving as SPL or President, but should have the skills and abilities to do so in the future. Emphasis is on two areas to benefit the troop or crew. First, Scoutcraft skills and how they can be passed on to other Scouts and Venturers in their troop or crew, and second, leadership skills that will make the leader more effective in his or her job. You must be recommended by your Scoutmaster or Venturing Crew Advisor and attend the entire week.

National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE)

If a Boy Scout or Venturer is at least 14 years old, holds a troop or crew leadership position, and has completed National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) or a special Venturer "bridging course", he or she is eligible to apply for the Philmont-based, National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience or NAYLE. This backcountry program expands upon the team building and ethical decision making skills learned in NYLT while adding elements of Philmont Ranger Training and advanced Search and Rescue skills to teach leadership, teamwork, and lessons of selfless service. For more information, please see the NAYLE website.

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Learning For Life/Exploring

To be fully trained, Post Advisors, Assistant Advisors, and Post Committee Members must complete Exploring Youth Protection Training, Post Advisor Fast Start, and Exploring Adult Leader Basic Training. After completing all of the preceding training, an Exploring leader is entitled to wear the “Trained” strip on their uniform sleeve below their position patch.

Explorer Adult Leader Basic Training

All adults involved in a post should take this training in order to set the tone for the post, model the desired form of leadership, and help post officers and participants become leaders of the post. This will ensure that the post has a quality program, under capable leadership that achieves the purposes of the participating organization and Learning for Life.

Exploring Youth Protection Training, Post Advisor Fast Start, and Exploring Adult Leader Basic Training are available online at http://www.learningforlife.org/adult_explorer/adult_explorer.html . It is recommended that adult leaders also complete This Is Scouting which is available online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records.

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Specialized Training

Leaders in Council and District Operations are strongly encouraged to attend training for their position. Sometimes this training is offered locally by the Council or may be on a Regional or National level such as at Philmont Training Center in Cimarron, New Mexico.

Chartered Organization Representative Training

Chartered Organization Representatives learn their role and responsibilities as the liaison between the Chartered Organization and its Scouting units.

District Committee Training

District Committee Training is aimed to help District Committee members better understand District and Council operation, and to clearly define each member’s responsibilities in the District. This is a 2-session event.

Lord Baden-Powell University of Scouting

The purpose of Lord Baden-Powell University of Scouting (LBPU) at Wonderland Camp, Camp Lake, WI is to provide introductory, supplemental, and advanced training for ALL functions in the council and district related to commissioner service, membership, finance, and program for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturing and Sea Scouting. Further information may be found at http://lbpuniv.org/ .

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Commissioners

Commissioner Training events are designed to help the Des Plaines Valley Council Commissioners become more effective in helping local units. New Unit Commissioners are encouraged to complete Unit Commissioner Fast Start online at http://www.myscouting.org/ . Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records.

Commissioner Basic Training

This is specific job-related training for all Commissioners. It includes:

• Why do we have Commissioners?
• Units: The Commissioner’s Greatest Priority
• How to Help a Unit

Administration of Commissioner Service

This is specific job-related training for District Commissioners and Assistant District Commissioners.

Commissioner Conference

The annual Commissioner Conference provides additional training, fellowship, and inspiration to all the Commissioners in the Des Plaines Valley Council.

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