Short-Term Camp Administrator
National Camping School Certification

Each short-term camp is administered by a short-term camp administrator.

Short-Term Camp Administrator Job Description:  Each short-term camp must have a short-term camp administrator. This person is responsible for ensuring that the planned camp complies with the NCAP Short-term Camp Standards.  This means walking the property to ensure that it is appropriate for the event; ensuring that paperwork is filed and any written Scouting America approvals are completed and obtained through the council; confirms facilities and program are safe and in good order before starting operation; and that appropriate health, safety and sanitation provisions are made.  This individual also ensures that all activities at the short-term camp comply with the applicable National Camp Standards.

This course is the training required to serve as a Short-term camp administrator. The Short-term camp administrator certification will be valid for 2 years from the course date. 

The cost of the training is $75 and covers the fees due to the National Office.

Bring a bag lunch, notepad, and pen.

Upcoming COL In-Council Short-Term Camp Administrator Training Dates:

February 21, 2026 - 8:30am-5pm - Council Office, King of Prussia