To take the training, go to www.My.Scouting.org and create an account if you do not already have one. You’ll receive an email notification with your account information, including a member ID/reference number.
From the My.Scouting.org portal, you can launch the Safeguarding Training by clicking MENU>MY TRAINING. Upon completion, you may print a training certificate to submit with a volunteer application, or wait for an email with your certificate to be sent to your email address. Your training will automatically be updated in our system and associated with the member ID/reference number issued when you created the account.
How to Become a Merit Badge Counselor
Qualifications: To qualify as a merit badge counselor, you must
Be at least 18 years old and of good character.
Be registered with Scouting America (position code 42).
Be recognized as having the skills and education in the merit badge subjects covered and hold any required qualifications and training as outlined in the Guide to Safe Scouting or the Guide to Advancement—or use others so qualified.
Be able to work with Scout-age youth.
- Merit Badge Counselor Application(If this is your first time, you must also complete the Adult scouter Application near the top of this page.)
(There is a $25 Merit Badge Counselor fee unless you are currently registered. If currently registered, return this form to sonya.harvey@scouting.org. We cover Galveston, Texas City, Santa Fe, League City, Alvin, Angleton, Friendswood, Pearland, Lake Jackson, Sweeny, Damon, and West Columbia.)
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