The Training Schedule

Your time is valuable and in recognition of that BSA's Basic Leader Training is designed to offer the maximum flexibility and minimize duplication of training. Below is a chart which indicates the approximate times for the various courses in the Basic Leader Training program. Some of these times may vary.

How Long Will Training Sessions Last?
Title
Time Needed

New Leader Essentials (all leaders)

90 Minutes
 
Leader Specific Training

Tiger Cub den leaders

Cub Scout den leaders

Webelos den leaders

Cubmasters and Assistants

Pack Committee Members

Scoutmasters and Assistants

Troop Committee Members

Venturing Crew Advisors

Venturing Crew Committee Members

2 hours, 35 minutes

2 hours, 40 minutes

2 hours, 55 minutes

2 hours, 40 minutes

2 hours, 40 minutes

3 days, 2.5 hours each

3 hours

5 hours

5 hours
 
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (required for Scoutmasters & Assistants, open to all)
Approximately 1.5 days

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