Welcome to The Fundamentals of Training.

This is a two-part train-the-trainer course in Scouting that's intended for both youth and adult trainers. 

A Scout or Scouter may take these two courses independently from one another, but for the best results, it is recommended that they be taken together

Fundamentals Part 1: Science of Training. This course is designed to help Scouts and Scouters, regardless of their training experience, identify effective training methods for a variety of purposes. It will freshen up the skills of current Scouting America trainers, as well.

The skills and strategies presented here have been shown to improve teaching and learning—and will be of value to you, not only in your role in Scouting, but also in the ways that you communicate with others.

*This course is targeted for youth and adults who provide training in Scouting America and for people interested in training and presenting.

Fundamentals Part 2: Craft of Training. This course is the second part of the train-the-trainer continuum.

As trainers develop their training skills, this course provides an opportunity for trainers to practice and refine their abilities through experiential learning, paired with feedback from faculty members and peers. This course also supplements the training development sessions offered during faculty development for advanced leadership
training courses.

*This course is designed for Scouting America trainers at all levels and is required for Wood Badge, NAYLE, and Leadership Challenge faculty.