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District Sponsored Courses

On-Line Courses

Council Sponsored Courses

 

Unaka District Training Courses

Cub Scout Leader Specific Training

 

Cub Scout Leader Specific Training gives the leader a the knowledge and skills needed for a specific position.  Leader Specific Training will be conducted for the following positions:

·        Tiger Cub Leader and assistant

·        Cub Scout den leader and assistant (Bears & Wolves)

·        Webelos den leader and assistant

·        Cubmaster and assistant

 

 

Who Should Attend: All Cub Scout Adult Leaders.  Cub Scout Leaders must complete Leader Specific Training for EACH of the positions held.  (For instance, if you have previously completed Leader Specific training as a Cub Scout den leader, but are now a Webelos or Tiger Cub den leader, you must still complete the training for your new position.)

 

Cost: $10 (includes lunch)

 

Available Dates:  September 25, 2010 at the Unaka University.  Click here for information and sign-up sheet.

 

 

Scoutmaster & Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training

 

Boy Scout Leader Specific Training gives the Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster the knowledge and skills needed for troop operations. 

 

Who Should Attend:  All Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters

 

Cost: $10 (includes lunch)

 

Dates Available:   September 25, 2010 at the Unaka University.  Click here for information and sign-up sheet.

 

 

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills

 

The final part of Scoutmaster & Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training. IOLS gives the Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster a basic knowledge of the skills necessary to conduct Troop outdoor activities.   Note:  This is a two day course

 

Who Should Attend:  All Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. All scout leaders (including Cub Scout Leaders) are encouraged to participate

 

Cost: $25  (includes lunch and dinner on Saturday, breakfast and lunch on Sunday)

 

Dates Available: November 13-14, 2010 at the Cherokee Christian Ranch in Coker Creek.    Click here for information and sign-up sheet.  DEADLINE FOR SIGNUP FOR THIS COURSE IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2010.

           

 

 

Pack Committee Member Specific Training

 

Troop Committee Member Specific Training has been developed to help troop committee members understand their roles and responsibilities in supporting the troop. 

 

Who Should Attend:  All Pack Committee Members, Den Leaders, Cubmasters and Assistant Cubmasters

 

Cost: None

 

Available Dates:  September 25, 2010 at the Unaka University.  Click here for information and sign-up sheet.

 

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

 

BALOO training offers Cub Scout Leaders or parents a day of fun and the opportunity to learn how to conduct a safe and exciting overnight camping trip for Cub Scouts. The emphasis is on introducing basic camping skills for easy overnight outings.  A BALOO trained leader must be in attendance at each pack overnight event. 

 

Who should attend: Any Cub Scout Adult Leader.  It is recommended that several leaders from each pack attend BALOO training.

 

Cost: $10 (includes lunch and materials) 

 

Available Dates:  TO BE ANNOUNCED

 

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On-Line Courses

Fast Start Training

When new leaders join Scouting, it is essential that they receive immediate information that will help them get started and lay the groundwork for success in their leadership roles. This will help new leaders to understand what is expected and to establish effective meeting patterns so that the boys and their families can enjoy a quality program.

Fast Start training is a short video-based training program designed to fulfill this need.  It is also available as an on-line tutorial.  It should be completed within 48 hours of when a new leader accepts the position. While a new leader can view the tape or complete the tutorial alone, it may be helpful for a knowledgeable Scouter from the Troop or Pack to view the tape or tutorial with him or her to establish personal contact and answer any questions.

The Boy Scout online version is available at: http://www.scouting.org/boyscouts/faststart/

The Cub Scout online version is available at: http://www.scouting.org/cubscouts/faststart/

 

Youth Protection Training

 

Youth Protection Training is a thorough review of BSA Youth Protection Policies.  Completion of Youth Protection training is a requirement for all awards in the Cub Scout leader recognition plan.  Every adult leader in Scouting should review the Youth Protection training at least every 2 years. 

 

Who Should Complete: All Adult Leaders in Boy Scout Troops and Cub Scout Packs.

 

Cost:  None

 

Youth Protection training is available on-line ( Click here ) and in a DVD version from the District Training Committee ( Phil Seibert  - Phone: 423/336-9919 )

 

 

Troop Committee Member Challenge

 

Troop Committee Member Challenge has been developed to help troop committee members understand their roles and responsibilities in supporting the troop. 

 

Who Should Complete:  All Troop Committee Members, Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters

 

Cost: None

 

This course is now available on line.  Visit the Online Learning Center.  http://www.olc.scouting.org .

 

 

Safety Afloat & Safe Swim Defense

The number of serious injuries and fatalities in water-related activities is small compared to the number of Scouting Activities each year.  But even one serious injury or life lost is too many.  To prevent aquatics accidents, we must all know and follow Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat guidelines when our scouts are engaged in water activities.

Who Should Complete: All Adult Leaders in Boy Scout Troops or Cub Scout Packs that include aquatics activities in the programs.

Click here to complete one or both of these courses.

 

Currently, this on-line version does not automatically report your completion to the council or district for recordkeeping purposes, so be sure to print out and keep your completion certificate and give it to the District Training Chair at the next roundtable meeting for recording.

 

Council Sponsored Courses

 

University Of Scouting

The University of Scouting is a fun learning experience, and is the largest supplemental training course offered by the Great Smoky Mountain Council to Scouting volunteers at all levels.  The University of Scouting will broaden understanding and knowledge of the Scouting program through course sessions on specific topics. You may choose the sessions you wish to attend.

Who should attend: Cub Scout Leaders, Boy Scout Leaders, Venturing Leaders, and District Committees.

Cost: To be Announced

Available Dates: March 5, 2011

 

 

Wood Badge for the 21st Century

 

Wood Badge is the PREMIER adult training program for the Boy Scouts of America.  It teaches contemporary leadership and team development skills in an outdoor setting.  It’s purpose is to aid Scouters in providing a quality program that will enable scouts to grow to their greatest potential.

 

Who Should Attend:  All Adult Scout Leaders

 

Cost: $225 (includes six days of training, all meals, instructional materials, limited edition GSMC council strip patch, Wood Badge cap, neckerchief, notebook and training award.  Limited scholarships are available. For scholarship info, contact Jeff Bays at (865) 588-6514.

 

Dates Available:

October 15-17, 2010 and November 5-7, 2010 at Camp Buck Toms

 

Note:  Attendance at BOTH training weekends AND completion of the application phase (putting the info into action) to complete this training.

 

Contact Jeff Bays at the council office at (865) 588-6514 to register or the Unaka District Training Chair (Phil Seibert – 423-336-1925) for more information. 

 


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