A guide for merit badge counseling advancement and the merit badge plan as part of the advancement program of the boy scouts of america, the merit badge plan is one of the most unique educational tools ever devised. Merit badge counselor even if already registered, every counselor must submit a bsa adult application for the position of merit badge counselor code 42. We need to know the merit badges that you are the counselor for and the troop that you are affiliated with. It is intended as a short orientation course for new merit badge counselors before they begin working with scouts. Merit badge counselor registration georgiacarolina council. The requirements were last issued or revised in 2017 this workbook was updated in june 2017. The bugle calls are in the order we want to teach them to you and differs from those in the guide. Onehundred and thirtyfive is a lot of merit badges. Merit badge counseling northeastern pa council, bsa. The music merit badge pamphlet contains all the information you need to complete the requirements for both. You need to fill out and submit three 3 forms and take youth protection training. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout requirements pub. Always refer to a merit badge handbook either borrowed from the troop 10 library, borrowed from the public library or purchased from council to help learn the material and be the definitive list of requirements.
Merit badge counselor guide page 3 keep to the requirements. The merit badge counselor is not approved by the council advancement committee. Several merit badges have special qualifications or certifications for either the merit badge counselor or the supervisor of certain activities that may be involved. Boy scouts of america merit badge counselor information. Merit badge series merit badges the music merit badge and bugling merit badge are offered by the boy scouts of america as individual badges that can be earned by a boy scout, varsity scout, or qualified venturer or sea scout.
Braen stone certified three of its employees to be merit badge counselors for both the mining in. This module will guide new and potential merit badge counselors through their responsibilities in the role and will give them an understanding of the methods of counseling scouts. Be proficient in the merit badge subject by vocation, avocation, or special training. This guide will help new and potential merit badge counselors through their responsibilities in the role and will give them an understanding of the methods of counseling scouts. Merit badge counseling enhancing our youths competitive edge through merit badges why volunteer the bsa recognizes that the merit badge counselor is the cornerstone to the merit badge program.
To use this guide, just click on the subject and itll take you to the teaching sections. The scoutmaster will then help each scout select a counselor from the list below. When picking unit, it is preferred if the application picks council montana and district prickly pear. If you are currently a merit badge counselor please respond to or email ken devos, 2062482543. Please checkout scouting from home under the virtual classes and events for the most uptodate information. In a larger sense, the counselor uses this opportunity for coachinghelping scouts overcome the hurdles of the different requirements and making scouts aware. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout. Merit badge counselor boy scouts of the philippines.
Assist the scout as he plans the assigned projects and activities to meet the merit badge requirements. Follow the requirements of the merit badge, making no deletions or additions, ensuring that the advancement standards. Merit badge counselors are volunteers that are knowledgeable in the topic and understand the goals of scouting. These contact names may only be used for scouting merit badge counseling purposes.
Requirements that could not have been completed were signed off. Individuals not already registered with the theodore roosevelt council should attach a signed and completed boy scouts of america adult application no. Below is a list of upcoming virtual merit badge opportunities for scouts as of tuesday, march 31st. To see the guide for merit badge counselors please click here. The chief seattle council delegates the responsibility for approving and maintaining a list of current merit badge counselors to the districts. Aquila district is in the process of updating the current list of merit badge counselors. Boys and girls today have a wide variety of options for spending their time. Your next move when a scout cant find a merit badge counselor. I am currently registered as a merit badge counselor.
Merit badge counselors may not require the use of this or any similar workbooks. Three 3 documents must be submitted in order to begin the process of becoming a merit badge counselor. In the boy scouts of america lasalle council, unit, district and council level volunteers are committed to delivering youth a high quality, safe and funfilled program that challenges our youth both intellectually and physically. Advancement is the process by which a scout progresses from rank to rank in scouting. Rocky mountain council merit badge counselor registration. You still must satisfy your counselor that you can demonstrate each skill and have learned the information.
Individuals registering as a merit badge counselor only are not required to pay. Scouting serves young men and women in northern indiana through the lasalle council. This is a district position not a unit position which requires a separate adult application plus the merit badge counselor form stating what merit. Merit badge counselors are taught not to modify the merit badge requirements or make it easier or harder for the boys that the requirements outline. From american business to woodwork, theres a badge for everything. This workbook can help you organize your thoughts as you prepare to meet with your merit badge counselor. Ask your counselor to help you learn the things you need to know or do. Merit badge university mbu version updated for mbu 2017 on 12917. A guide for merit badge counseling merit badge counselor. Merit badge counselors boy scout troop 119, evansburg, pa 392014 eagle required bianco, bill 610 4897036 chimes, michael 610 4090219 cost, evan sr.
Proof that a discussion has been held is indicated by the unit leaders signature on the application for merit badge, no. This gives us the ability to upload merit badge counselor lists. You should read the merit badge pamphlet on the subject. Merit badge counselors boy scouts of greater saint louis. Thus, a scout grows in social skills and selfreliance as a result of interacting with an adult who is a qualified counselor.
Merit badge counselors new process and faq after months of waiting, the longs peak council was granted administrative access to scoutbook for the first time at noon on thursday, december 15th. Merit badge counselors are the key to success in the merit badge plan. Merit badge counselors must register as adult scouters and be approved by the council advancement committee for each merit badge listed on this merit badge counselor information form. In addition to the standard requirements and approvals for being a merit badge counselor, selected merit badges have specific skills requirement in order to serve as a counselor in those areas. Consult your merit badge counselor and the bugling merit badge handbook for additional information. Merit badge counselor merit badge counselors are the key to success in the merit badge plan.
Trinity trails merit badge area merit badge counselors special merit badge counselor qualifications. Find a merit badge counselor advancement san diego. For a list of merit badge counselors in brazos district, sign in to troop track, go to the manage button, members and merit badge counselors. Be registered with the boy scouts of america position code 42. Bugling merit badge workbook this workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet. By serving as a merit badge counselor, you offer your time, knowledge, and other resources so that scouts can explore a topic of interest. Consistency is one of the keys to scouting advancement, and the eagle needs to mean the same across the country. Compose a bugle call for your troop or patrol to signal a common group activity, such as assembling for mealtime or striking a campsite. Chesapeake district district committees and leadership advancements pagemerit badges counselors and updates. Merit badge workbook us scouting service project inc.
The counselors will be listed by approximate distance from the zip code that you enter. Explain and demonstrate how the bugle makes sound, and explain how the bugle is related to other brass wind instruments. Special merit badge qualification requirements doubleknot. In addition, the merit badge counselor must be approved by counsel for the badges he or she is counseling. All scouts wanting to earn a merit badge should discuss their intentions with their scoutmaster. They offer their time, experience, and knowledge to help guide scouts in one or more of the merit badge subjects. Merit badge counselors are directly involved in the first two. Merit badge counselor application form boy scout trail. He joined the scouting program as a tiger cub and committed himself to the boy scouts program until he aged out, at 18 years old, as a life scout. Merit badge counselors who are reregistering need not complete a new application. Click here for information on how to find your adult partner, the merit badge counselor, to help guide you towards. Merit badge counselors must meet the following requirements for counselors.
Be at least 18 years old 21 for rifle, shotgun, and climbing be proficient in the merit badge subject by vocation or avocation be able to work with scoutage boys. The merit badge counselor is a key player in the boy scout advancement program. Reporting merit badge counseling concerns use this form to report to your council advancement committee questionable processes or procedures discovered in merit badge counseling at group instruction events such as fairs, clinics, workshops, in camp settings, or by individual counselors. A guide to merit badge counseling boy scout troop 88. Click here to see those badges and understand more about their requirements. Whatever your area of expertise or interestwhether it is a special craft or hobby basketry, leatherwork, coin collecting, a profession veterinary medicine, aviation, engineering, or perhaps a life skill cooking, personal management, communicationsas a merit badge counselor, you can play a vital role in. I get a lot of questions about merit badge counselors, so today ill answer three im frequently asked. Before a scout begins working with a merit badge counselor, he is to have a discussion with his unit leader that he wants to earn a specific badge. This is a correction addition to qualify as a merit badge counselor, you must. The merit badge counselor is not registered with the bsa. Whatever your area of expertise or interestwhether it is a special craft or hobby basketry, leatherwork, coin collecting, a profession veterinary medicine, aviation, engineering, or perhaps a life skill cooking, personal management, communicationsas a merit badge counselor. The essentials of merit badge counseling presenter notes 1 the essentials of merit badge counseling expiration date this presentation is not to be used after december 31, 2016. About merit badge counselors boy scouts of america, dan beard.
Special merit badge qualification requirements from the guide to advancement handbook. A merit badge counselors role is to assist a scout over the hurdles of the merit badge requirements and increase his awareness in the deeper aspects. The unique opportunity to serve scouts by volunteering as a merit badge counselor is one of the most gratifying experiences for adults in scouting. As a merit badge counselor, i agree to follow the requirements of the merit badge, making no deletions or additions, ensuring that the advancement standards. Merit badge counselor registration renewal for 20172018 by susan mccaughan, council registrar did you knowits merit badge counselor registration renewal time again. Download or print the most up to date workbook and requirements for earning the bugling merit badge. August 11, 2014 bryan wendell ask the expert, merit badges 70. You can search by typing in the name of the merit badge in the search box and hitting enter. Shenandoah area council advancementmerit badge counselors. This pdf packet can be used to help bsa scouts organize and prepare for meeting with their merit badge counselor. The merit badge counselor did not ensure that each scout actually and personally completed requirements. The merit badge counselor agrees to follow the requirements of the recognition, making no deletions or additions, ensuring the advancement standards are fair and uniform for all scouts. Registration as a merit badge counselor position code 42 does not require an application fee adult application even if you are already registered as a leader in a unit to become a merit badge counselor requires a separate or new application.
Intro to merit badges includes links to all current merit badges. By offering their time, experience, and knowledge to guide youths in one or more subjects, these volunteers help shape the future of our communities. Merit badge opportunities district m, northern star. Counselors must agree to follow the requirements of the merit badge, making no deletions or additions, ensuring that the advancement standards are fair and uniform for all scouts. Troop 10 is fortunate to have local merit badge counselors for most of the eagle required badges. Boy scouts of america merit badge program nj counselors.