Leadership Training

Every Scout deserves a trained leader. The BSA Capitol Area Council and Armadillo District, which serve Central Texas and the Austin area, provide in-person training to complement a number of online training courses by the national BSA organization. Sign up at my.scouting.org to access online training courses.

Youth Protection Training

Adult leaders and every adult who goes on a Cub Scout overnight trip must complete Youth Protection Training (YPT). This course is available online and takes about 72 minutes to complete. It is designed to meet or exceed Texas and federal youth protection standards. This training expires and must be retaken every 2 years.

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Take the YPT Course

DEN LEADER TRAINING

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Den Leader training can also be taken in person. Courses are offered by local BSA district representatives in the fall & spring.

Check Council's Calendar for Den Leader Training

BALOO

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is a 1½-day course (includes 1 night camping) for adult Cub Scout leaders to learn basic outdoor skills and how to lead pack campouts. It is offered 1-2 times per year by our local BSA council. At least one member of our pack who is BALOO certified must be present at every campout.