4. Adult Training

The San Diego – Imperial Council of the Boy Scouts of America offers a wide variety of adult training. Troop 622 encourages all parents to take advantage of the courses offered regardless of your position (or lack of position) with the Troop.  Certification is not a prerequisite to signing up as an ASM, however, new ASM's should complete these  training courses within one year of signing up as  Scoutmaster or  ASM (longer if circumstances warrant).

Adult leaders are considered to be BSA trained when they have completed steps a-d.  Two BSA-trained adult leaders are required on every campout

a. New Leader Essentials Training (required)

New Leader Essentials is the initial training for adult leaders. In this 90-minute training, leaders learn about the objectives of the Scouting program and the methods that are used to achieve these objectives. They also gain a basic understanding of youth development, as well as how Scouting is organized and financed, policies related to the program, and resources to help leaders succeed. The training is required for all new registered adult leaders and suggested for new Troop committee members.

b. Boy Scout Leader-Specific Training  (required)

Upon completion of New Leader Essentials Training, leaders take part in leader-specific training to prepare them for the opportunities relating to their leadership positions with Boy Scouting. Leader-specific training is also an opportunity for new leaders to get answers to questions they may have about their roles and about BSA in general. Boy Scout leader specific training is titled “Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training”. The training is tailored to Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters; troop committee members and other adults who expect to play a supportive role in the success of a troop are also encouraged to attend this training. Troop 622 requires the Scoutmaster and all ASM's to have this training.

c. Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)   (required)

This course is a hands-on training program to give adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the outdoors, including campsite setup, hiking, cooking, etc.  This course is a day and a half long and needs to be taken only once.

d. Youth Protection Guidelines (YPG) Training

The San Diego – Imperial Council of the BSA offers a 90 minute program on child abuse. All adults are encouraged to take this program which is offered online on the Council website. Troop 622 requires that the Scoutmaster and all ASM's maintain a current YPG certification. One of the two trained adults on every campout must be YPG-certified.

YPG certifications remain valid for 3 years.

e. High Adventure Leader Training (HALT)

High Adventure Leader Training (HALT) is offered by the San Diego – Imperial Council on a semi-annual basis. HALT provides instruction on backpacking and general outdoor skills. Special Water Trek HALT programs are also provided. Troop 622 encourages the Scoutmaster and all ASM's to take advantage of this program. HALT certification is required for the Troop to receive any High Adventure awards (e.g., River Rat, Salty Dog, Mormon battalion, etc.). Only the tour leader must be HALT-certified for the Troop to be eligible for the award.

f. CPR/First Aid

The American Red Cross periodically offers training in CPR and basic First Aid. Troop 622 encourages the Scoutmaster and all ASM's to maintain current certification in CPR and First Aid.

g. Other Training

San Diego – Imperial Council also offers other Scout related training courses including Troop Committee Training and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills. Troop leaders and parents are encouraged to attend these training courses.