Unit Support
Chartered Organizational Representative Training
Advanced Unit Chaplain and Chaplain Aide Training
Councils may now provide Unit Chaplain and Unit Chaplain Aide training which includes participation by the Chartered Organization Representative at their convenience. This easy to download syllabus is intended to reinforce not only the relationship with the Chartered Partner but connect these Scouts and Scouters with other units in their districts and council. They may learn best practices to strengthen their roles as Chaplains and Chaplain Aides, inspire more Duty to God activities and foster understanding of the many faiths represented in Scouting America.
The Course Code for this training is D86.
New Member Coordinator
The Welcome training video on the Volunteer Learn Center is sufficient for you to get started in your exciting new role. Additional detailed training on Sharing the Benefits of Scouting, Coordinating Recruitment, and the Joining and Welcoming Process is available in Scouting America’s Members LearnCenter, using the same process for access.
District/Council Support
District Committee Basic Training
District Committee Training has been taught the same way for many years with a very dated course. Today we are happy to announce that by leveraging Scouting America’s Learn Center we are providing the district committee a learning environment that provides them the content they need when the need it while leveraging professional training for consistency in district training. This new learning replaces the District Committee Workshop and provide learning plans aligned with the various district committee positions and functions.
Position trained status (D61) will be provided for those who complete their training. Position training includes:
- District Committee Chair
- District Committee Vice Chair
- Membership Chair
- Fund Development
- Training Chair
- Member at Large
- Activities and Civil Service Chair
- Nominating Chair
- Program Chair
- Camping and Outdoor Chair
- Advancement Chair
The online training supersedes the District Committee Workshop – please discontinue use of the District Committee Workshop.
The online training is available in Scouting America’s Learn Center on My.Scouting.
STEM Nova Counselor/Supernova Mentor Training
As of Jun 1, 2022 these awards are administered by the local council. The requirements for the awards along with other program support are on this website. Training for use by the Council can be found at https://www.scouting.org/stem-nova-awards/volunteer-support/.
Council Support
Distinguished Conservation Service Award (DCSA) Adviser Training
Council Executive Board
- Council President/Vice President
- Council Executive Board Member
Click here for videos, facilitator guides, lesson plans and more resources. The 17-module training has been developed to assist you in understanding and carrying out your responsibilities as a council executive board member—officer, committee chair, or council member at large, or Advisory Council.
Commissioner Training
Commissioner Basic Training
Click here for more information on completing training for:
- Unit Commissioners
- District Commissioners
- Council Commissioners
- Roundtable Commissioners
