There are many programs available to parents if they want to become leaders or when they volunteer for positions in which they work directly with Cub Scouts.

The Pacific Skyline Council web site has a complete and up-to-date list of all the training programs that are available.

Here are some of the more important training programs that every leader and volunteer should take (and leaders are required to take):

Youth Protection Training

Youth Protection Training is required for all adult leaders working with youth.

Youth Protection Training is now available online right on the web so you can take the training at your convenience at home or at work. All Pack 83 parents are strongly encouraged to take the online course. 

Youth Protection Training will continue to be offered "In Person", however the sessions are held quarterly only.  If you do want to take the in-person training, please ee the Pacific Skyline Council calendar for training dates and locations.

Fast Start Training

Fast Start training is the first step for any new adult volunteer in a Pack, Troop or Exploring Crew, no matter what position you are volunteering to serve in. The Fast Start training is short and should be taken as soon as possible after you have accepted a leadership position.

The Fast Start program has been designed to provide an immediate comfort level for new leaders and enables them to say, "I can do this!", but it can be followed later by more comprehensive training.

For new leaders of Cub Scout and Boy Scout units, there are two options of how you can take Fast Start training: by viewing a video or by taking the on-line course.  Some packs and troops may designate a trainer to support the new leader during this training period.

Video

There is a video tape which can be checked out from either your unit or from the Scout Service Center.  This tape can be viewed at your convenience.  Ask for the "Cub Scout Leader Fast Start video, No. AV-01V022" and the "Cub Scout Fast Start Viewer Guide, No. AV-01G022" at any Scout Shop. 

Online

Fast Start training may be accomplished by taking an on-line course. The Fast Start training for leaders of Cub Scout units is at http://www.scouting.org/cubscouts/faststart/

The on-line version is broken up into several modules and does not have to be taken all at the same time.  It takes about the same amount of time to work through all the on-line modules of the Fast Start training as it does to view the video version in its entirety.  When you have successfully completed the on-line version, the Council is automatically notified of this, and your records are appropriately updated.

Adult Leader Basic Training

All leaders should take this class, and any parent can take this class as well to be more effective in his or her volunteer role for the pack.

Adult Leader Basic Training is comprised of the New Leader Essentials and Position Specific Training programs when taken together.  A leader is considered "trained" when in addition to New Leader Essentials and the Position Specific Training, he or she has participated in Youth Protection Training.  This level of training is required for all Cub Scout Leader awards.

The Adult Leader Basic Training program is an in-person class only.  Complete information and online registration is available at the Adult Basic Leader Training site.