Training Overview 
One of the keys to a successful Scouting experience for young people, second only to the selection of the right person for each responsibility, is trained volunteer leadership. Leadership training provides adult leaders with fundamental information about the aims and methods of the movement, as well as specifics about their particular roles in Scouting.
For this reason, the Cape Fear Council BSA is committed to provide top quality training opportunities for leaders, parents and Scouts at the district and council levels. Through these efforts, the delivery of a better and quality Scouting program can be provided to our entire youth membership.
The training program of the Cape Fear Council and the Boy Scouts of America is designed to meet the needs of each volunteer leadership position. These training opportunities are varied and flexible enough to reach all leaders through group training experiences, personal coaching, self-study, or on-the-job training.
Online Learning Center
During May 2006, the BSA developed a new Online Learning Center that is a "one-stop shop" for all BSA volunteers and the general public to take online courses related to BSA programs and policies.
The OLC currently contains just a few courses (Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing Fast Start and Youth Protection Guidelines Training) but more will be added over time.
The OLC, via the Internet, will become the portal to all courses and training materials offered to BSA volunteers. For Fast Start and other BSA online trainings please visit this new Online Learning Center at www.olc.scouting.org
What Makes a Trained Leader?
Cub Scout leaders are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials and the Cub Scout Leader Specific training for their position. Webelos leaders are also encouraged to attend their appropriate outdoors course.
Scoutmasters and assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials, Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.
Troop committee members are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials and the Troop Committee Challenge as their Leader Specific training.
Varsity Scout leaders and assistants are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials, Varsity Scout Leader Specific Training, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.
Venturing crew Advisors, assistant Advisors, and crew committee members are considered trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials and Venturing Leader Specific Training.
Additional Training
Wilderness First Aid Training
Wilderness First Aid is a program of the Wilderness Safety Council and meets ACA (American Camping Association) standards for 60 minutes or more from definitive medical treatment. You can always view our complete and current calendar online at http://wfa.net. Please call us with any questions at: (703) 836-8905 or email chris@wfa.net.
The next available Wilderness First Aid Course that is taking place in close proximity will be on, October 28-29: It is an eighteen-hour class in Wilderness First Aid and will be conducted in Raleigh, NC. The course includes classroom study, hands-on practice, and results in a two-year certification. The cost is $160. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. For additional information phone (703) 836-8905 or visit wfa.net.
New Leader Training online information
Cub Scout Leader online learning self-study course
Boy Scout Leader online learning self-study course
Venturing online learning self-study course
Leader Specific Training online information
Youth Protection Training también disponible en Español
Youth Protection Training for Venturing también disponible en Español
Safe Swim Defense/Safety Afloat
Youth Protection training for Venturing
