What makes a trained leader?

Click on the Leader Levels below to see the required training courses:

Cub Scout Positions  

Scouts BSA Positions

Venturing Positions

Click here for the Full list of training requirements by position

(Includes council, district, and Exploring)

HOW do I get trained?

Training is an essential part of being a quality Scout Leader. Hudson Valley Council and the Boy Scouts of America National Council have made it easier than ever to become a Trained Leader! Many of the Position-Specific training courses are available online at my.scouting. Hudson Valley Council's Training Committee does a wonderful job offering "Classroom Sessions" for all of the required and many supplemental training courses. Click on the link below to view the upcoming training courses.

Once you have been registered in a position with the BSA, you should visit my.scouting.org If you do not have a personal profile for my.scouting.org follow the instructions below. You will likely already have an account from when you completed Youth Protection Training

Instructions for creating a my.scouting account

Upcoming Training Courses (2020-21)

Who Should Attend Training?

Any registered adult leader should attend training for the position they have registered to serve in. If an adult leader changes positions while still registered, he or she should attend the Leader Specific Training for the new position as well. 

Once you have been registered at council, login to my.scouting.org under "My Training" the curriculum corresponding to your new position will be available to complete!

What Courses are Available and Where can I go to get Trained?

There are several courses available for training, as well as several supplemental training events such as Pow Wow and University of Scouting.

The District Training Chair schedules District trainings for Cub Leader Specific, This is Scouting, Youth Protection, Scoutmaster Specific, etc. But you are not limited to take training in your district.

A leader may travel to any district to complete his/her trainings.
There are also courses available through the National Online Learning Center at www.my.scouting.org

Please Note: To take an online training, you must have your membership ID number ready. This can be found on your BSA membership ID card.

 "Every youth deserves a Trained Leader"