Training
Training is fun and easy, and you'll be the best leader you can be when you understand Scouting. Be more effective in creating programs. Learn about
resources to make your job easier. Lead by example - show your commitment to Scouting and inspire others.
What Makes a Trained Leader? A leader is considered "Trained" when he or she has completed the four main trainings that make up the "Basic Leader Training" continuum.
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YOUth Protection Begins with YOU!
 The Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. To maintain such an environment, the BSA developed numerous procedural and leadership selection policies and provides parents and leaders with resources for the Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing programs. Read more
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BSA Mandatory Reporting Policy
The BSA has a Mandatory Reporting policy which states that registered leaders must report any suspected child abuse and/or violation of the BSA Youth protection Policy. Read more
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Training Updates from National BSA
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Essential Leader Training Calendar
Find out where leader trainings are offered in the Council and attend any one. Essential Leader Training Calendar 
Register by contacting the person listed for the specific training or download the Training Registration Form and emailing, faxing or sending in to Mid-America Council, 12401 West Maple Road, Omaha, NE 68164.
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National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) 2013
 National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is a week-long outdoor youth leadership experience for Boy Scouts, Venturers and Varsity Scouts. NYLT will prepare you to run your group's program by applying leadership skills taught and experienced during the course. NYLT is scheduled from June 2-8, 2013 at Little Sioux Scout Ranch. Read More
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Wood Badge Information
 What is Wood Badge? Who is eligible to attend? How do I register? Click on the "Read more" link to answer all these questions and more. Read
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Registered Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venture leaders are welcome to attend Wood Badge training at Camp Cedars, the most advanced adult leadership training that the Boy Scouts of America has to offer. Attendance at both weekend sessions plus one mid-course meeting is required. Part 1: August 23-25, 2013; Part 2: September 13-15, 2013. Read More
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Training Information Request Form
Your District Training Chair is working hard to recruit trainers and plan training events that allow unit leaders to get the training they need to do their job successfully. The Council Training Committee works hard to coordinate training schedules in each district that offer plenty of options in and outside the district, to train leaders. If you would like more information on training events being held in your area, or are having trouble getting your leaders trained, submit this form to your District Training Chairs to get more information.
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Introduction to Leadership Skills Course
The First Steps in the Youth Leadership Continuum : Leadership is a vital part of the Scouting program. Scouts in positions of leadership run the Unit. The purpose of the Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops and for Crews is to teach Scouts with leadership positions about their new roles and how to most effectively reach success in that role. Read More
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