Training Schedule

TrainedA cornerstone of the Scout programs is training. Some of these training courses are conducted by districts and some by the council; others are available through the Scouting America Online Learning Center.
 

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Cub Scout Basic Training

Supplemental Training

See the Specialized Training tab for more trainings.


 


 

Upcoming Training Courses 

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) C32

BALOO​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​BALOO is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including pack camping, overnighters, and Webelos and Arrow of Light den overnighters. BALOO training is comprised of two components – an online component and a practical, hands-on component. Both components must be completed to qualify as a trained Cub Scout outdoor leader and to receive the BALOO recognition patch. The online component contains introductory and basic information and must be completed prior to the practical component at my.scouting.org. The practical component is an overnight outdoor camping experience that takes about 16 hours to complete. A minimum of one BALOO-trained adult must attend every pack overnighter. Most course fees include meals.*

Date Host District Training Location Registration Link & Contact
September 6-7, 2025 George Strake Spring, Tx Register
October 10-11, 2025 Texas Skies Camp Brosig (Sealy, TX) Register
October 18-19, 2025 Mustang Camp Brosig (Sealy, TX) Register
October 24-25, 2025 Phoenix Spring, TX Register
November 8-9, 2025 Arrowmoon Hearne, TX Register

Climbing & COPE Training

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During Climbing Training, participants learn to teach Scouts how to climb and rappel at the unit, district, or council level. The training covers the skills and information needed to staff any climbing program.  Learn more about the climbing training courses and prerequisites.

COPE (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) is an exciting program that teaches important lessons, but the classroom is like no other. COPE uses mental and physical challenges, low- and high-above-ground, to teach confidence, self-esteem, trust, leadership, team building, and problem-solving. Learn more about COPE training courses and prerequisites.

For more information about COPE and climbing training, contact Chris Hanson.

Date Course Location Registration Link         
September 19-21, 2025 Climbing Level 1 (CS73) Camp Strake Register
September 19-21, 2025 Climbing Level 2 CS74 (artificial structures) Camp Strake Register
September 19-21, 2025 COPE Level 1 (CS67) Camp Strake Register
December 5-7, 2025 Climbing Level 2 CS74  (real rock) Enchanted Rock State Natural Area Register

Cub Scout Leader Training

  • Den Leader​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Den Leader Position-Specific Training (C42) provides Cub Scout den leaders with the basic information they need to conduct successful den meetings.
  • Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster Position-Specific Training (C40) is intended to provide Cubmasters and assistant Cubmasters with the basic information they need to conduct successful pack meetings.  
  • Pack Committee Challenge and Pack Committee Position-Specific Training (C60) is intended to familiarize pack committee members with the various responsibilities of the individual members of the committee as well as the committee as a whole. The goal is to help each pack committee work as a team to improve the Scouting experience for adult and youth members. 

These trainings can be taken in classroom setting or online at my.scouting.org.                

Date Course(s) Host District Location Registration Link (including event details, and contact information)
9/13/2025 All 3 (DL, CM, CC) Texas Skies Katy, TX Register
9/27/2025 All 3 (DL, CM, CC) Phoenix Spring, TX Register

First Aid

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First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course (NO9): This course will train instructor candidates to teach basic-level American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED courses. This is a blended learning course consisting of online content, a pre-course skill session and classroom segments. Prerequisites: Possess a current basic-level American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification or equivalent and be at least 16 years of age on the last day of the instructor course. Complete online classes prior to attending the classroom activities (instructions will be sent with registration confirmation).

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) (NO2) is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician and/or rapid transport is not readily available. Participants will learn how to assess, treat, and (when possible) contain emergencies within the scope of their training. Course prerequisites: Minimum age 14; current certification in an adult CPR course; completion of AED training.  Certification: Organizations and individuals may provide students who successfully complete the 16-hour curriculum a certificate of completion of a class that meets the criteria of Scouting America for Wilderness First Aid. The content of this course may not deviate, either through additions or deletions, from the approved curriculum. Who is this for? Youth and adult Scout leaders are encouraged to take this first-aid course, which offers a management dimension that most curriculums fail to address. Scout leaders will likely find it the most valuable program they’ll ever take. At least one person (two preferred) per unit must be a WFA-certified for certain high-adventure camp and backcountry experiences. This certificate will be valid for two years.

Note: Equivalent First Aid, CPR, AED and WFA training from the following nationally-recognized organizations: American Red Cross (ARC), and Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI) meet the training requirements. Other courses accepted are listed here and here (page 2). BSA does not accept online CPR classes.

First aid classes are held at the Cockrell Scout Center (2225 N  Loop W, Houston  77008).

Date Course
(click link for course description)		 Time   Registration Link / Contact Notes
August 16, 2025 First Aid/CPR/AED 8:30 - 10:15 am or
10:30 - 12:15 pm		 Register This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session. The online portion must be completed before attending the in-class portion. Instructions will be provided in the receipt. When the 8:30 am class fills, we will open the 10:30 am class option.
September 20, 2025 First Aid/CPR/AED 8:30 - 10:15 am or
10:30 - 12:15 pm		 Register This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session. The online portion must be completed before attending the in-class portion. Instructions will be provided in the receipt. When the 8:30 am class fills, we will open the 10:30 am class option.
September 27, 2025 First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Register This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session. The online portion must be completed before attending the in-class portion. Instructions will be provided in the receipt.
October 18, 2025 First Aid/CPR/AED 8:30 - 10:15 am or
10:30 - 12:15 pm		 Register This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session. The online portion must be completed before attending the in-class portion. Instructions will be provided in the receipt. When the 8:30 am class fills, we will open the 10:30 am class option.
October 15-26, 2025 Wilderness First Aid  8:30 am - 5:30 pm Register Only two individuals from each unit will be accepted.  Lunch is not included. Must have current CPR training.
November 15, 2025 First Aid/CPR/AED 8:30 - 10:15 am or
10:30 - 12:15 pm		 Register This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session. The online portion must be completed before attending the in-class portion. Instructions will be provided in the receipt. When the 8:30 am class fills, we will open the 10:30 am class option.
December 6, 2025 First Aid/CPR/AED 8:30 - 10:15 am or
10:30 - 12:15 pm		 Register This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session. The online portion must be completed before attending the in-class portion. Instructions will be provided in the receipt. When the 8:30 am class fills, we will open the 10:30 am class option.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) (S11)

Trained​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Working as patrols, this hands-on course provides adult leaders with the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the outdoors. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank. Along with basic training, this course requires all direct contact leaders registered in troops to be considered trained. The training is a weekend course and takes about 15 hours to complete. Most courses include meals.*  What to bring to training.

Date Host District Training Location Registration Link /
Contact		 Notes
September 6-7, 2025 George Strake Spring, Tx Register  
October 25-26, 2025 Phoenix Spring, Tx Register Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training is also being offered Friday night.
November 8-9, 2025 Arrowmoon Hearne, Tx Register  

Leave No Trace Trainer Course

LNT​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Leave No Trace Skills Course is an overnight course. Participants learn Leave No Trace skills, ethics, and have several opportunities to practice these low-impact techniques during the course. Skills Courses typically occur over two consecutive days and involve spending more than half of the course outdoors. Leave No Trace Skills Course graduates are prepared to discuss the Leave No Trace principles with others and to practice low-impact skills and techniques on future endeavors.

The Leave No Trace Instructor Level 1 Course  (D78) is an overnight course for leaders who wish to guide units in developing a culture that effectively demonstrates responsible outdoor choices that reduce the impacts of Scouting activities. Leave No Trace Instructor Level 1, outdoor ethics guides, and outdoor ethics advisors are the backbone of Scouting’s outdoor ethics program, providing instruction to individuals and units wishing to adopt cutting-edge outdoor ethics into their unit programs. 

The Leave No Trace Master Outdoor Ethics Instructor Level 2 Course (D79) is a 5-day course conducted over two weekends. The Instructor Level 2 course is the summit of Leave No Trace training and may be taken by individuals, ages 18 and up, who wish to be accredited as Instructor Level 2 by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. Prior completion of a Leave No Trace Instructor Level 1 course is recommended.  

Date Course Location Registration Link / Contact    
September 26-28, 2025 Leave No Trace Skills Course  Camp Brosig Register

Range and Target Activities

shooting sports​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​In Scouting events and activities, the primary consideration is the safety of its youth and adult members. To achieve that goal, Scouting America, in consultation with other organizations, has created specific guidelines for shooting sports. These organizations also provide training and instructor certification by discipline-specific subject matter experts to prepare those individuals who will serve in a leadership or supervisory role in the various shooting sports activities.

Learn More about Range and Target Activities

Date Time Area Course  Series^ Location Registration Link / Contact
Aug. 23, 2025 Sat. 8 am - 1 pm pistol NRA Basic Pistol Shooting (ILT-BPS)  Part 1 of 3 Camp  Strake Register
Aug.  23, 2025 Sat. 2 - 8 pm BIT NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) Part 2 of 3 Camp  Strake Register
Sept. 5-6, 2025 Fr. 6:30 pm -
Sat. 9 am		 shotgun NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting (ILT-BSS)  Part 1 of 3 Tellepsen Scout Ranch Register
Sept. 6, 2025 Sat. 9 am - 3 pm BIT NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) Part 2 of 3 Tellepsen Scout Ranch Register
Sept. 6-7, 2025 Sat. 3 pm -
Sun. 2 pm		 shotgun NRA Basic Shotgun Instructor (BSI) Part 3 of 3 Tellepsen Scout Ranch Register
Sept. 13, 2025 Sat. 8 am - 6 pm pistol NRA Basic Pistol Instructor (BPI) Part 3 of 3 Camp  Strake Register
Sept. 13, 2025 Sat. 8 am - 1 pm rifle NRA Basic Rifle Shooting (ILT-BRS) Part 1 of 3 Camp  Strake Register
Sept. 13, 2025 Sat. 1 - 6 pm shotgun NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting (ILT-BSS)  Part 1 of 3 Camp  Strake Register
Sept. 17, 2025 Wed. 6 - 9:30 pm RSO NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Part 1 of 2 Cockrell Scout Center TBD
Sept. 20, 2025 Sat. 8:30 am - 12 pm range master Range Master - Archery (CS31) - VFW, Baytown Register
Sept. 20, 2025 Sat. 1 - 4:30 pm range master Range Master - BB guns & slingshots (CS32) - VFW, Baytown Register
Sept. 26-27, 2025 Fr. 6:30 pm - Sat 9 am rifle NRA Basic Rifle Shooting (ILT-BRS) Part 1 of 2 Camp Strake Register
Sept. 27, 2025 Sat 9 am - 3 pm BIT NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) Part 2 of 2 Camp Strake Register
Sept. 27-28, 2025 Sat 3 pm - Sun 2 pm rifle NRA Basic Rifle Instructor (BRI) Part 3 of 3 Camp Strake Register
Oct. 1, 2025 Wed. 6 - 9:30 pm RSO NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Part 2 of 2 Cockrell Scout Center TBD
Oct. 3-4, 2025 Fr. 7 pm - Sat 10 am range master Range Master - BB guns & slingshots (CS32) - Bovay Scout Ranch Register
Oct. 3-4, 2025 Fr. 7 pm - Sat 9 am rifle NRA Basic Rifle Shooting (ILT-BRS) Part 1 of 3 Camp Strake Register
Oct. 4, 2025 Sat. 9 am - 1 pm pistol NRA Basic Pistol Shooting (ILT-BPS)  Part 1 of 3 Camp  Strake Register
Oct. 4, 2025 Sat. 9:am - 12 pm range master Range Master - throwing - Camp Strake Register
Oct. 10-11, 2025 Fr. 7 pm - 10 am range master Range Master - Archery (CS31) -   Register
Oct. 17-18, 2025 Fr. 7 pm - 10 am range master Range Master - BB guns & slingshots (CS32) - Bovay Scout Ranch Register
Oct. 24-25, 2025 Fr. 7 pm - 10 am range master Range Master - Archery (CS31) - Bovay Scout Ranch Register
Nov. 1, 2025 Sat. 9 am - 12 pm range master Range Master - BB guns & slingshots (CS32) - Camp Strake Register
Nov. 1, 2025 Sat. 9 am - 12 pm range master Range Master - throwing - Camp Strake Register
Nov 5, 2025 Wed. 6 pm - 9:30 pm RSO NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Part 1 of 2 Cockrell Scout Center TBD
Nov. 7, 2025 Fr. 7 - 10 pm archery USA Archery Level 1 Instructor Certification 
practical (a prerequisite online course is required)		 - Camp Strake Register
Nov. 19, 2025 Wed. 6 - 9:30 pm RSO NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Part 1 of 2 Cockrell Scout Center TBD
Nov. 21-22, 2025 Sat. 9 am - 3 pm pistol NRA Basic Pistol Shooting (ILT-BPS)  Part 1 of 3 Camp Strake Register
Nov. 22, 2025 Sat. 9 am - 3 pm BIT NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) Part 2 of 3 Camp Strake Register
Nov. 22-23, 2025 Sat 3 pm - Sun 2 pm pistol NRA Basic Pistol Instructor (BPI) Part 3 fo 3 Camp Strake Register

*Basic Instructor Training (BIT) must be current when taking the basic instructor class; the certification lasts two years.    
^To become an instructor, candidates must take Part 1  (basic), Part 2 (BIT), and Part 3 (instructor) in the discipline they wish to be certified (rifle, pistol or shotgun)

Scouting with Special Needs 

Special Needs​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The council is committed to making Scouting accessible and enjoyable to all Scouts, regardless of their abilities. Since its founding in 1910, Scouting America has included fully participating members with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. The policy is to treat members with disabilities as much like other members as possible. It has been traditional, however, to make some accommodations in advancement if absolutely necessary. By adapting the environment and/or our instruction methods, most Scouts with disabilities can be successful in Scouting. The disability awareness committee offers a variety of training courses. Courses are typically offered during University of Scouting. 

 

Trainer's EDGE (H96)

Trainer's Edge​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Trainer's EDGE is BSA's trainer development course designed to help Scouters put into practice the EDGE training model and gain self-confidence through hands-on training experiences. Trainer's EDGE is offered at the council level, typically four times yearly.

Date Course Location Registration Link / Contact
       

Den Chief Training (C31)

Den Chief Training​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Den Chief Training is basic training for Scouts in troops interested in becoming den chiefs for a Cub Scout den, and for adult leaders who wish to know more about this vital position. This course can be completed in a classroom setting or online at my.scouting.org.                 

Date Host District Location Registration Link / Contact
September 27, 2025 Phoenix Spring, TX Register

Merit Badge Counselor Training (D76)

Merit Badge​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The purpose of Merit Badge Counselor Training is to provide council- or district-approved and registered merit badge counselors with an understanding of the methods of counseling and their role in the advancement program and can be taken in a classroom setting or online at my.scouting.org.     

Date Host District (Training Location) Registration Link   
     

Short-Term Camp Administrator Training (STCA)

STCA​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Short-Term Camp Administrator Training is the training for short-term camp administrators. The short-term camp administrator ensures that councils and districts overnight events that are three nights are less (e.g., camporees, Webelos Scout events, training) are conducted safe and have quality outdoor programs and that all activities at the short-term camp complies with the applicable BSA National Camp Standards. Register and learn more about Short-Term Camp Administrator Training.