Golden Gate Area Council Training
What training do you need to take?
Youth Protection: Required for all positions. Offered online at my.scouting (see this page for full instructions) or in person by request.
| Your Role | Required Training |
|---|---|
| Den Leader | • Youth Protection Training • Den Leader Position Specific (in person) or equivalent online courses |
| Cubmaster | • Youth Protection Training • Cubmaster Position Specific (in person) or equivalent online courses |
| Pack Committee Chair or Member | • Youth Protection Training • Pack Committee Challenge (in person) or equivalent online courses |
| Scoutmaster or ASM | • Youth Protection Training • Scoutmaster/ASM Position Specific (in person) or equivalent online courses • Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (in person only) • Weather Hazards Awareness (online only) |
| Troop Committee Chair or Member | • Youth Protection Training • Troop Committee Challenge (in person) or equivalent online courses |
| Merit Badge Counselor | • Merit Badge Counselor Orientation (in person) or equivalent online courses |
Trainer’s EDGE
The NYLT Leadership Academy is offering a Virtual Trainer’s EDGE course (required for anyone who is providing training to other adults or youth, such as NYLT Staff or Wood Badge Staff). Upcoming dates:
- #33 January 30, 9:00 am EST, Laurel Highlands Council
- #34 February 6, 9:00 am EST, Cradle of Liberty Council
- #35 February 13, 1:00 pm EST, Narragansett Council
- #36 February 20, 8:00 am EST, Pres. Ford Field Svc. Div., Michigan Crossroads C.
If you are interested in attending, send me an email: [email protected].
Wilderness First Aid
Looking to take a crew to a High Adventure Base this summer? Twin Valley’s Camping Chair, Jeff Orthmann, let me know that Sierra Rescue is continuing to deliver small classes. Check them out at http://sierrarescue.com/.
If you have any other training tips to share with Scouters, send me an email: [email protected].
Looking for More Training?
The Golden Gate Area Council is continuing to plan for National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) and Wood Badge in 2021!
Looking for Training for your Unit?
The Twin Valley training team can provide Pack Committee training, Troop Committee Training, Merit Badge Counselor Orientation, or Eagle Coach training for your unit. We can also help you run a successful Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST). Send an email to [email protected].