Scoutmaster's Key

Tenure
Complete at least 3 years of registered tenure as a Scoutmaster within a 5-year period (can include the tenure used to earn the Scouter’s Award).

Training

• Complete Boy Scout Leader Fast Start Training.
• Complete New Leader Essentials.
• Complete Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Specific Training.
• Complete Youth Protection Training.
• Complete Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.
• Earn the Boy Scout Leader’s Training Award.
• Conduct troop youth leader training (three times)
• Participate in one supplemental training course either at a local council or national level.
• Participate as an adult in youth leader training by either serving on the staff or attending the Scoutmaster orientation session of the national youth leader training conference.

Performance
Earn the Boy Scout Troop National Quality Unit Award (2 times) during the three-year period.

Use the Progress Record for the Scoutmaster's Key  to track your progress. When it has been completed, submit it to your District Training Chair.