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Descriptions of some of the training courses offered in the Del-Mi District. All new adult leaders in all Scouting programs should participate in this course as soon as possible after volunteering. New Leader Essentials is a 90-minute introductory session that highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting. It addresses how these aims and methods are reached in an age-appropriate style within Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing. New Leader Essentials is the initial training for adult leaders serving youth in the Boy Scouts of America. The course presents an overview of Scouting, including the organization's mission, aims, and methods. It also provides new leaders with a look at the resources available to them through the Boy Scouts of America, and a clear understanding of Scouting's expectations of its adult leadership. Course topics include:
After completing New Leader Essentials, volunteer leaders take part in leader-specific training to further prepare them for the opportunities and responsibilities relating to their leadership positions. Scouting is a youth service organization and our first job must be to protect out youth members from injury and abuse. Scouting must be a safe and secure environment for everyone. All leaders, all members of units committees, indeed anyone who works with young people need to know the facts and responsibilities of youth protection. Because of the great concern the Boy Scouts of America has concerning child abuse in our society, Youth Protection Training has been developed to safeguard both youth and adult members in the scouting program. This training teaches professionals and volunteers what resources are available to educate scouts about child abuse, how to avoid it, how to identify abuse, and how to deal with it. Also discussed are the proper reactions and reporting procedures to be used if abuse occurs, and the importance of "Two-Deep Leadership" to protect both the scouts and you. This is a delicate subject, but one that must be addressed. Training is based on a 25-minute video and workshop called "Youth Protection: Boy Scout and Cub Scout Leader Training Module", which can be borrowed from the Council Scout Office. Training is required of all leaders involved in the Scouting program, and each unit needs to present a Youth Protection Program to all Cubs and Scouts in the unit at least once a year. The Youth Protection Training workshop and video helps leaders prepare for these presentations. Youth Protection Training is a requirement for Quality Unit Awards. Youth Protection Training is required for all adults (over 18) participating in any National event with youth - National and World Jamborees, Philmont, Florida Sea Base, Northern Tier High Adventure base, etc. Youth Protection Training is required for all adults (over 18) participating in any "out of council" event or trip with youth. Youth Protection is Everyone's Responsibility Videos The videos described below are available from the scout office to show at your Pack, Troop or youth group function. Although these videos are targeted for boys, girls are also victims of abuse. These videos also heighten boy's and girl's awareness of Children's Rights when it comes to abuse. "It Happened to Me" is designed to be shown to children of ages 6 to 9. The purpose of this video to help youth identify sexual abuse encourage your them to speak up about sexual abuse without shame or fear. It is appropriate for families, school and church groups, and other youth groups as well. It is suggested that parents be present when showing this video so that the social questions, which arise in the aftermath of abuse, can later be discussed within the family. "A Time To Tell" is designed to be shown to 11 to 14 year olds. Although it mainly addresses male issues, it also has helpful information for young girls. This video presents a unique approach to a sensitive subject, and shows ways to prevent child molestation and sexual abuse. There is a leader guide at the beginning video, which should be viewed by the presenter of the program. This person should be a registered leader with Youth Protection Training and a full understanding of BSA policies regarding sexual abuse.
Guiding the BSA's Youth Protection Program is the following five-point strategy to prevent child abuse:
One of the objectives of the training program is to help you understand your role in implementing the five points of this strategy. Parents need to help their children realize that parents are resources for help in solving personal problems. In this way, children feel freer to let their parents know of attempted or actual abuse. How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse and Drug Abuse: A Parent's Guide, found in the front of Cub Scout and Boy Scout handbooks, has exercises for parents and children to do together, which fosters this sense of open communication We assist our chartered organizations in securing qualified Cubmasters, Scoutmasters, and Coaches through the "Six Sure Steps" for leader selection. These steps are outlined in guides provided at no charge from your council. In addition, the BSA has an 18-minute video, Ventures III, which provides specific guidance for leadership selection by heads of chartered organizations, chartered organizations representatives, and organizing and unit committees. Your participation in training not only reflects your concern about children's safety in this society, but also your willingness to take steps toward halting child abuse and its detrimental effects Following New Leader Essentials Training, this course is phase two of a new Cub Scout Leader's introduction to the Boy Scouts of America and to the responsibilities, opportunities, and resources that will ensure a successful pack leadership experience. This course is intended for every adult leader in every Cub Scout Pack. Participants receive specific instruction in their leadership position which will help them succeed in that position.
Topics covered include:
If a Cub Scout leader changes positions (for example, if a Tiger Cub Den Leader becomes a Cubmaster), that leader should take this course again to learn the material related to the new position. The course is presented in one half-day session, or one evening session. Cub Scout Leader Fast Start and New Leader Essentials should be completed prior to enrolling in this course. Essential training for all Scoutmasters and Assistants Following New Leader Essentials Training, this course is phase two of a new Scoutmaster's introduction to the Boy Scouts of America and to the responsibilities, opportunities, and resources that will ensure a successful troop leadership experience. Course topics include:
The course is presented in one full-day session, or three evening sessions. Following New Leader Essentials Training, this course is phase two of a new Venturing leader's introduction to the Boy Scouts of America and to the responsibilities, opportunities, and resources that will ensure a successful crew leadership experience. This training is designed to introduce adult leaders to the basic information needed to operate a Venturing Crew. Course topics include: * Introduction to Venturing The course is presented in two evening sessions. Venturing Leader Fast Start and New Leader Essentials should be completed prior to enrolling in this course
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