Advancement Reports only accepted through the online system starting September 2009
The Internet Advancement System is easy to use, will improve reporting, allow recognition items to be received faster and generally make
it easier for leaders to keep boys in Scouting.
If you have not yet tried the online system and you would like assistance,
download
the Internet Advancement Step-By-Step Guide to help you
login your first time. Please don't hesitate to call the Council Office at 402.431.9BSA (9272) if you need further assistance. There
are people available to help you and you can set up a time to work with them. Your District Advancement Chair may also be able to help you. The
online system is intended to help make a Unit Advancement Chairs' job easier.
Units can now submit advancement for unit youth members online. Add ranks, merit badges and awards. Update information on existing advancements
(except the Eagle Scout rank)
To use Internet Advancement:
- Select the unit advancement processor. This person must have Internet connectivity and Microsoft Internet Explorer. Download
the unit
ID numbers.
- Gather information for advancement, including merit badge applications and advancement records with dates.
- Click on the Internet Advancement button on this page. Follow the instructions in Internet Advancement to process advancements and
print an advancement report
- Have the appropriate people sign the printed unit advancment report and submit it to the council. You must turn in an advancement
copy to the council office (Scout Shop) when you purchase advancements (badges of rank and merit badges). Save a copy for your files.
Units should submit monthly reports before the end of each month, or more often if needed. In December, submit a report before the end
of the month to update your unit and council statistics.