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Cubmaster Training

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Cubmaster Training

Cubmaster Training

What is it?

Specific leader training for Cubmasters and assistant Cubmasters.

How long is it?

2 hours, 40 minutes.

Where's it offered?

At scheduled District Trainings (link to District Web Sites)

Course format:

Four presentations, using lecture, discussion, and video.

Learning Objectives:

Presentation 1: Opening ceremony

  • Correctly form the Cub Scout salute, sign, and handshake.
  • Repeat the Cub Scout Promise and Law of the Pack.

     

Presentation 2: "Pack Organization and the Cubmaster"

  • Describe the organization of a Cub Scout pack.
  • Explain the role of the Cubmaster and assistant Cubmaster in the pack.
  • Explain the relationship between the Cubmaster and other pack leaders.
  • Explain how family involvement supports the pack.
  • Explain the Cub Scout Leader Recognition Plan awards.

     

Presentation 3: "Cub Scout Advancement Program"

  • Describe the basics of the grade- (or age-) based, "progressive" advancement program in Cub Scouting, and the role of parents at each stage in the advancement program.
  • Describe the Webelos advancement program and how it is used.
  • Discuss the Cubmaster's role in advancement.
  • Describe the basics of all uniforms in Cub Scouting.
  • Explain the importance of the leader's setting the example by wearing the uniform.

Presentation 4: "Pack Program Planning and Support"

  • Tell why planning is important.
  • Describe the use of monthly themes, Webelos activity badges, and Tiger Cub activities in programming for a Cub Scout pack.
  • Explain who is involved in planning the pack program.
  • Describe the purpose of the annual pack program planning conference and explain how it is conducted.
  • Describe the purposes of the monthly pack leaders' meeting and explain how it is conducted.
  • Explain the purposes and elements of a good pack meeting.
  • Use the leadership skill of planning in preparing for a pack meeting.

 

What's Next?

Wood Badge leader training.

 

 
 

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