BSA Leader Training Awards and Recognition
BSA Leader Training Awards and Recognition
Section titled “BSA Leader Training Awards and Recognition”Source: Scouting America — Training Awards and Recognition
Training awards recognize unit Scouters for tenure, training, and performance in their leadership roles. Award knots are worn on the left side of the uniform, above the left pocket, in rows of three (maximum 15 knots).
Cub Scout Leader Awards
Section titled “Cub Scout Leader Awards”Den Leader Training Award
Section titled “Den Leader Training Award”Tenure: One year as a registered Cub Scout Den Leader
Training Required:
- Fast Start training for Den Leaders
- Basic Training for Cub Scout Den Leaders
- Youth Protection Training
- Participate in Pow Wow, University of Scouting, or attend minimum 4 roundtables
Performance (5 of the following):
- 50% advancement to Wolf or Bear rank
- Re-register 75% of eligible members during rechartering
- Graduate 60% of members into Webelos Scouting
- Have assistant den leader or second adult present regularly
- Have den chief attending meetings regularly
- Lead a den service project
- Conduct minimum 3 meetings monthly for 9 months
Scouter’s Training Award (Cub Scout Leaders)
Section titled “Scouter’s Training Award (Cub Scout Leaders)”Tenure: Two years as a registered Cub Scout leader
Training Required:
- Complete position-specific training
- Youth Protection Training
Performance (5 of the following):
- Achieve rank advancement goals for your den
- Participate in pack committee meetings
- Attend district/council training events
- Complete a community service project
- Complete supplemental leadership training
Cubmaster Key Award
Section titled “Cubmaster Key Award”Tenure: Two years as a registered Cubmaster
Training Required:
- Cubmaster position-specific training
- Youth Protection Training
- BALOO (recommended)
Performance: Pack achieves stated program goals including advancement, membership retention, community service, and participation in district events.
Scouts BSA Leader Awards
Section titled “Scouts BSA Leader Awards”Scoutmaster Key / Assistant Scoutmaster Key
Section titled “Scoutmaster Key / Assistant Scoutmaster Key”Similar structure to Cubmaster Key — tenure + training + performance requirements for troop leadership.
Wearing Award Knots
Section titled “Wearing Award Knots”Award knots (also called “square knots”) are worn:
- Centered above the left pocket
- Bottom edge touching the top of the pocket flap
- In rows of three
- Maximum 15 knots simultaneously recommended
The knot for each training award is unique — order through scoutshop.org.
Tracking Progress
Section titled “Tracking Progress”The Advancement Chair tracks leader award progress for each registered adult. Progress tracking spreadsheets should record:
- Award name
- Tenure start date
- Training completion dates
- Performance criteria met (with dates)
- Submission date to district
Progress tracking templates are maintained in the pack’s internal records.
Used In
Section titled “Used In”| Resource Used In | Type |
|---|---|
| Advancement Chair | Role |
| Committee Chair | Role |
Source
Section titled “Source”Source: View Resource