| Youth Protection You do not need to be a registered member or have a member ID to take the Youth Protection training course. To take the Youth Protection training course go to MyScouting.org and create an account. From the MyScouting.org portal, click on E-Learning and take the Youth Protection training course. Once you are done, you can print out a certificate of completion to submit with your application to volunteer or deliver the certificate of completion to the leader of the unit for processing at the local council. Once your application to volunteer is approved, you will receive an BSA membership card that includes your membership number. After receiving your card, re-enter MyScouting, click My Profile and update the system by entering your membership number. This will link your Youth Protection training records and other training courses within MyScouting to your BSA membership. The Boy Scouts of America organization has the priority of creating the safest possible environment for our young members. To maintain this environment, BSA has developed numerous procedural and leader selection policies, and provides parents and leaders with resources for Cub Scout , Boy Scout and Venturing programs . Selection of leaders The Boy Scouts of America organization prides itself on the quality of our adult leaders. Being a leader in BSA is a privilege, not a right. The quality of the program and the safety of our youth members requires high quality adult leaders. We work closely with our authorized organizations to help recruit the best leaders possible for their units. The adult application requires background information that must be reviewed by the unit committee or the authorized organization before accepting a candidate as a unit leader. Although there are currently no background research techniques that can identify every possible aggressor or pederast, we can reduce the risk of accepting an aggressor by knowing as much as possible about a candidate for a leadership position, experience with children or What he or she wants to be a Scout leader and what discipline techniques he or she would use. As of June 1, 2010 § Youth Protection training is mandatory for all registered BSA volunteers, regardless of their position. § New leaders are required to take the Youth Protection training course before they submit a registration application. The certificate of completion for such training must be submitted at the same time as the application is submitted and before the service begins as a volunteer with the youth. § Youth Protection training should be conducted every two years. If the Youth Protection registration of a volunteer is not in force at the time of renewal of the statute, the volunteer will not be registered. Barriers to abuse within Scouting BSA has adopted the following policies to provide additional security to our members. Such policies are primarily to protect our young members; However, also serve to protect our adult leaders from false allegations of abuse. § Leadership two in charge. For all trips and departures, two registered adult leaders are required, or a registered leader and either the parent of one of the participants or another adult, among whom one must be 21 years of age or older. The authorized organization is responsible for ensuring that sufficient leadership is provided for all activities. § One-to-one contact is prohibited . One-on-one contact between adults and youth is not allowed. In situations where a personal conference, such as a Scoutmaster conference, is required, the meeting should be held in full view of other adults and children. § Respect for privacy . Adult leaders should respect the privacy of young members in situations such as changing clothes and showering in camps, and intervene only if health or safety require it. Adults should protect their own privacy in similar situations. § Cameras, pictures and digital devices . While most campers and leaders use cameras and other digital devices responsibly, it has become very easy to invade the privacy of individuals. It is inappropriate to use any apparatus capable of recording or transmitting visual images in showers, bathrooms or other areas where participants anticipate privacy. § Separate accommodation. When going camping, no young person is allowed to sleep in the tent of an adult other than their own parent or guardian. It is strongly recommended that councils have showers and latrines exclusive to women. If this is not feasible, schedules for the use of showers for men and women should be programmed and specified. § Proper preparation for extreme adventure activities. Activities with elements of risk should never be carried out without adequate equipment, preparation, clothing, supervision and safety measures. § Secret organizations are not allowed. Boy Scouts of America does not recognize any secret organizations as part of their program. All aspects of the Scouting program are open to the observation of parents and leaders. § Adequate clothing . Adequate clothing is mandatory for all activities. For example, swimming naked is not appropriate as part of Scouting. § Constructive discipline . The discipline used in the Scouting program should be constructive and reflect Scouting values. Corporal punishment is not permitted under any circumstances. § Hazing is prohibited . Physical hazing and initiations are prohibited and can not be included as part of any Scouting activity. § Training and supervision of youth leaders . Adult leaders should monitor and guide the leadership techniques used by youth leaders to ensure that BSA policies are followed. § Responsibilities of members . All Boy Scouts of America members are expected to behave in accordance with the principles established by the Oath and Scout Act. Physical violence, hazing, intimidation, theft, insults, drugs and alcohol have no place in the Scouting program and can result in revocation of a Scout's membership in the unit. § Responsibilities of the unit . The person in charge of the authorized organization or its representative and the local council must approve the registration of the adult leader of the unit. Adult leaders of the Scouting units are responsible for monitoring the behavior of youth members and for interceding when necessary. Parents of juvenile members who behave inappropriately must be informed and asked to help them address the issue. Digital privacy A key ingredient to a safe and healthy Scouting experience is respect for privacy. Advances in technology are allowing new forms of social interaction that go beyond the proper use of cameras or recording devices (see "Barriers Against Abuse within Scouting"). Sending sexually explicit photos or videos or "sexting" via cell phones is a way of sending text messages that young people and even junior high school kids are practicing. Sexting is not safe, private, or an approved form of communication and this can have serious legal consequences for both the sending and the recipient. Although most campers and leaders use digital devices responsibly, The "three R's" of Youth Protection The "Three R's" of Youth Protection convey a simple message to young members: § Recognize situations that put you at risk of abuse, how aggressors operate, and that anyone can be a child aggressor. § Resist unwanted and inappropriate attention. Resisting will stop most abuse attempts. § Report any abuse or attempted abuse to your parents or other trusted adults. This prevents abuse and helps protect other children. Let the Scout know that he or she will not be blamed for what has happened. Key resources State Child Welfare Statutes Child abuse reporting requirements vary from state to state. The Child Welfare Information Gateway site provides access to information and resources on various topics, including state child abuse statutes. This site is not operated by Boy Scouts of America. Guide to Safe Scouting The purpose of the Safe Scouting Guide is to prepare adult leaders to conduct safe and prudent Scouting activities. It Happened to Me: Guide to the Cub Scout Board Guidelines for the coordinator. A letter shows for parents and guardians as well as guides in English and Spanish for use by coordinators when they show age-appropriate video to prevent sexual abuse. Time to tell: Guide to the troop meeting Guidelines for the coordinator. English and Spanish guides for use by coordinators when they show age-appropriate video to prevent sexual abuse. Guide for Personal Safety Awareness Boards (Venturing Program) Guidelines for the coordinator. A letter shows for parents and guardians as well as guides in English and Spanish for use by coordinators when they show age-appropriate video to prevent sexual abuse. Youth Protection Questionnaire If your participants wish to complete the Youth Protection training within the session, then you will need to print and supervise this questionnaire along with the Coordinator's Guide. Leadership in the camp .... A Guide for Camp Staff and Unit Leaders Brochure for unit leaders and camp staff who are responsible for providing a safe and healthy camping environment where Scouts do not worry about child abuse Click for more.. | 
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