The University of Scouting is a supplemental training opportunity for all adult volunteer Scouters in the National Capital Area Council and is supported by five colleges. The University of Scouting will be held at Bowie State University (parking adjacent to the Wiseman Center) on March 15, 1997. The $10.00 per person registration fee includes a University of Scouting patch, printing and promotion, catalogue, liability insurance cost recovery, a certificate of attendance and morning refreshments. For additional details concerning the University of Scouting you should obtain the "1997 University of Scouting" Catalog and Registration Form from your District's Commissioner Service or the Marriott Scout Service Center. You will need this catalog for information on degree programs, course prerequisites, and schedules. This web page lists course offerings only and is not intended as a substitute for the University of Scouting Catalog.

Annual Commissioner Service Plan BCS 101 What is the Annual Commissioner Service Plan? How is the Plan developed and implemented? Who and what is involved in Charter renewal? How to conduct a meaningful Charter Presentation. The importance of Membership Inventory and Uniform Inspection.

Effective Unit Service BCS 107 Purpose for visiting unit meetings and what to do when attending unit meetings. Providing new leader orientation through Fast Start Training. Introducing and encouraging participation in formal Scout training programs. When and how to use District, Council and other resources for aiding units.

Nitty Gritty of Rechartering BCS 111 How to keep your charter from bouncing. A detailed look at all of those boxes and lines on the charter forms and what needs to be where for a successful recharter.

For Whom the Roundtable Rolls BRT 301 One of the challenges of being a RT Commissioner or staff member is the need to serve many Scouting interests. Scouters come to Roundtables for a variety of reasons. This seminar will discuss why people attend and help you develop strategies for encouraging attendance, and provide you tools for serving the widest population.

The Challenge of Roundtable Administrivia BRT 303 Few of us enjoy the administrative burdens necessary to support a Roundtable program. But they are necessary. This seminar will discuss what records we keep, why we keep them, and who can benefit from the information we provide. Discussion will also address procuring adequate space and resources, and recruiting a strong RT team.

The Pizzazz of Cub Roundtable Programs BRT 311 This is the FUN part of what we do on the Cub RT staff, but it has a serious side. If Scouters don't enjoy attending Roundtables, they will eventually not come back. Valuable sharing of information may not occur, and their Cub Pack program may suffer. Strong openings, gimmicks, unique ways of presenting materials will be the main topics.

B.S. Roundtable Special Events and Scoutcraft Skills BRT 321 Should there be a program portion of the Scout Roundtable? If so, what are some of the best ways to present or demonstrate scoutcraft and special events in the RT environment? Should Scouts be involved? When, how often? Should non-Scouters present events and demonstrate skills?

Chartered Organization Representative MCS 411 Recognizing one of the least understood, most underutilized, and potentially valuable positions in the Scouting program. Responsibilities and functions of the Chartered Organization Representative at Unit, District, and Council levels. Commissioner relationship with the Chartered Organization Representative to enhance the programs of Scouting for the Chartered Partner.

No-Lapse/No-Drop Commitment MCS 415 The group will explore why units lapse or drop and how to prevent it, how to develop a no-lapse/no-drop plan for a district. We will look at the mportance of continuity and explore some ways to achieve it.

Commissioner Lifesaving MCS 417 This session sets the stage of saving a unit and reviews the basic lifesaving steps and the seven unit "hurry cases". We will look at the vital signs and how to monitor them.

Advanced Roundtable Leadership MRT 501 An advanced seminar for Roundtable Commissioners and other Administrative Commissioners. Includes: Roundtable staff recruitment, Roundtable evaluation, and Roundtable finances. Also reviews several fine points for Roundtable success, including how to support your staff.

Training the Scouters of the 90's MRT 503 Are the parents of our Scouts (our newest leaders) the same kind of person you, the Roundtable staff members, are; do they share your concerns, your beliefs, your priorities? Does your tried and true training technique appeal to them? Some provoking thoughts for Roundtable Commissioners and staff members.

Introduction to the Doctoral Program DCS 601 Provides an overview to the DCS program with emphasis on the administrative aspects for completing the program. Provides ideas about topic selection and applicability.

Problem Research and Developing a Dissertation Outline DCS 603 Provides information on how to research a topic. Gives ideas and suggestions about outline presparation to allow full utilization of time and information available.

Dissertation Preparation DCS 605 Provides ideas and suggestions on writing techniques that can be used in dissertation preparation. Also gives suggestions on preparation for oral review of completed dissertation.

Urban Scouting in Economically Depressed Areas ECS 106 Explorers the challenges faced by Scouting in a metropolitan area. Discusses the ever-changing metropolitan area, including the single parent family; the ethnic neighborhood; and the diversity of cultural and social-economic backgrounds. Particular emphasis on the role of Commissioner in advising units within economically depressed areas.

Relating to and Helping Unit Leaders ECS 108 Establishing and maintaining rapport with unit leaders, unit committee members, and chartered organizations. Styles of leadership; how and when they should be used. Understanding the decision making process. The planning process; what is it and how is it used by unit leaders. Leader recognition. Hints on when and how to advise unit leaders.

Conducting Successful Rechartering ECS 402 A plan to provide a flexible and successful District Rechartering program, by assisting units to evaluate their program and become Quality Units. Includes discussions on ways to foster a closer working relationship with the Chartered Partner.

Recruiting New Commissioners ECS 404This bread-and-butter session for all administrative commissioners covers all the steps of recruiting commissioners, group recruiting techniques, and sources of prospects.

Effective Unit Service in Far-Flung Rural Areas ECS 406 This session helps commissioners tailor their service to sparsely populated rural areas, with practical methods for recruiting rural adults and working with rural units.

National Unit Recognition Awards ECS 420 Introduces the National Quality Unit Award, National Summertime Pack Award and the National Camping Award, and discusses their purposes, requirements, the evaluation of unit performance, and the types of recognition available. The role of the Commissioner in the awards program will be discussed.

Today's Technologies for Scouting ECS 440 This course provides information and suggestions for using the electronic technologies and methodologies of today in supporting the Commissioner staff and their roles. Use of interchanging data bases, electronic files, and other electronic media will be discussed. Other sources such as the World Wide Web are explored.

Commissioner Ceremonies ECS 460 Conduct a charter presentation ceremony for the chartering organization - conduct a troop inspection - do a grand howl - conduct the District Executive welcoming ceremony - show awards (e.g., apple, basket, broom, bug, crutch, duster, heater, etc.)

Doctoral Revitalization Seminar ECS 606 (This elective does not satisfy the elective requirements of any degree offered) This elective is only for those Doctoral candidates who are working on their thesis and need a one-on-one session to review and discuss their approach, research techniques, "writer's block", or any other aspect of their thesis that is keeping them from completing it. This session is intended to bring inspiration back to the candidate. The seminar is a minimum of 2 sessions and every effort will be made to match one candidate with one advisor.

Scouting in the LDS Church ECS 702 Explains the unque aspects of the Scouting program (Cub Scouts through Explorers) as implemented by the LDS Church. Provides basic understanding for Commissioners to respond to Scout and parent questions.

District and Assistant District Commissioner Seminar (DCs and ADCs only) ECS 900 For DCs and ADCs only. An opportunity for DCs and ADCs to come together and discuss current issues and concerns that are effecting the quality of the Scouting Program being delivered to the youth of the Council.

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Den Leader Coach Seminar (Four Sessions) CUB 100 Develop skills to help you guide Den Leaders toward an exciting and fun filled program. This course is required for any DLC working toward the DLC square knot.

Cub Scout Sports and Academics CUB 101 See how this important recognition program encourages your boys to learn about new sports and academic areas, as it promotes improved fitness and scholarship.

Service Projects for Dens and Packs CUB 102 Giving something back to sponsors and communities is an important part of Scouting. In this course, we'll cover the how and why of performing service projects.

Cub Scout Transitions CUB 103 Tiger Cub to Bobcat, Wolf to Bear, Webelos to Boy Scout . . . Cub Scouting is a progressive program. In this course we'll look at ways to encourage advancement and to retain boys in the program.

Religious Awards CUB 104 A Scout is reverent. Most faiths offer formal education programs for Cub Scouts with awards presented to Cubs who learn their faith. We'll help you get started in this exciting program.

How to Revitalize Your Pack CUB 105 Is your membership dropping and your program drooping? Does your Pack need a "shot in the arm"? We'll give you ideas for breathing life into an ailing unit to make it strong again.

Administering Quarterly Leadership Updates (a course for trainers) CUB 106 Learn and discuss techniques to promote and successfully implement these most important suplemental training opportunities.

Are You Listening CUB 107 Communication within a Scouting unit entails so much more than calendars and newsletters. People to be heard, and they need to listen. Den Leaders, Cubmasters, Parents, Chartered Organization Representatives ... everyone needs to know the basics of personal communications. Come and HEAR how you can improve communication in your unit.

Administering a District Den Leader Workshop CUB 108 Learn and discuss proven techniques used to plan, promote, and implement a successful workshop. We will delve into timing, organization and staff, location, promotion, and how to pick a curriculum that will be interesting and informative, while improving skills and adding a bit of fun. This activity can be used to supplement the Council Pow Wow by emphasizing areas of special interest and concern to your district and unit Scouters.

Using Your Den Chief CUB 109 What is a Den Chief? How can he help you run an exciting den meeting program? We'll discuss the important role this older Boy Scout helper can plpay on your den leadership team.

Adult Leader Recognition CUB 110 Discuss awards and recognition available for Leaders in your Packs, Troops, and Posts. Emphasis on local awards with description of higher level awards. Display includes actual national and international awards presented to a former Chief Scout Executive.

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Delivering the Promise SCT 100 Are you delivering the promise of the Official Boy Scout Handbook? A presentation and discussion about "The Promise" and how it will help make a Troop successful. Outline on how yu can "Deliver the Promise."

An Introduction to Ethics in Action SCT 101Are you familiar with Ethics in Action or the reflection process as highlighted in Scouting literature? Session provides a working knowledge of "Ethics in Action" concept, an understanding of the terms and the use of "Ethics in Action" in the Boy Scout program.

Changing Webelos Into 1st Class Scouts in the First Year SCT 102 Are you keeping Webelos Scouts in the Pack too long. A discussion on why Webelos Scouts need to bridge to the Troop early in the year. A discussion of the First Year Program and how it can help your Troop keep new Scouts in the program.

Planning the Troop Program SCT 103 Does your Troop have an annual plan? This session provides elements needed to ensure a plan for a year of successful Troop operation.

Unit Junior Leader Training - The Scoutmaster's Responsibility SCT 104 Current Junior Leader Training programs. A discussion on how to implement a successful Junior Leader Training program in the Troop.

The Patrol Method SCT 105 A discussion on the Patrol Method showing how boy leaders can run their Troop through the Patrol Leaders Council. Session provides insight into how successful troops use the Patrol Method to help each Scout develop his leadership abiltities.

The Advancement Program SCT 106 An introduction to the Boy Scout advancement program and a discussion on how to help Scout advance regularly in rank and to broaden your Scouts' horizons.

Ceremonies SCT 108 How do your Scouts get the recognition they deserve? Session provides a discussion on ideas for conducting meaningful opening and closing ceremonies and Courts of Honor.

Council Junior Leader Training SCT 109Council Impeesa course. What are the requirements for attendance. Ideas on how to help Scouts prepare themselves before going. What is expected of the Scouts after attending. How Scout attendance can help the Troop.

The Venture Scout Program SCT 110 A discussion by Troop and District leaders in providing a challenging outdoor unit high adventure program that will keep the older and experienced Scouts interested and active in Scouting.

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Exploring Service Team (Commissioners) (Requires Two Sessions) ECP 102How to provide effective service to a Post.

Exploring Orientation ECP 104 Overview of the Exploring program of the BSA for non-Exploring Scouters.

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Unit Membership C&D 100 How to plan and make membership growth a year around program. Items include public awareness, roundups and rallies, transitional programs and more.

The Scoutmaster and the Order of the Arrow C&D 103 Purpose of the Order, unit election procedures, and how Scoutmasters can use the Order of the Arrow to foster character development in individual Scouts.

Why Popcorn? Why FOS? NCAC Finances for the Unit Leader C&D 104 An overview of the council budget, where the costs are, and how units help.

Quality District Operations (For District Chairmen) (RequiresTwo Sessions) C&D 105 Balancing the efforts of the District leadership team in the areas of program, finance, and membership.

The Eagle Scout Award C&D 106 A discussion of National BSA policy and NCAC guidelines for reviewing candidates, and processing service project and award applications.

Scouting Is Outing C&D 107An overview of the BSA outdoor program. Council, OA, District and other resources available to support outdoor programming.

Overview-Guide to Safe Scouting C&D 108 An overview of selected BSA policies that all Scouters should be familiar with in the performance of their jobs. Catch up/refresh your knowledge on the basic Scouter responsibility to provide a Scouting environment that is safe, healthful, and free of accidents while being exciting, enjoyable, and helpful in developing mind and body of our youth.

Safety Afloat and Safe Swim Defense Instructor Training (Requires Two Sessions) C&D 109 Participants will be certified as BSA instructors and will be qualified to conduct this training in their units and other units in the District. Before any BSA group participates in any water activity, whether it be swimming or waterborne, i.e. canoeing, rafting, sailboating, motor boating, water skiing, tubing, etc., activity leaders must be trained in Safety Afloat and Safe Swim Defense.

Lantern and Stovemanship C&D 111Recently updated course to train unit leaders and District Scouters in the proper techniques and procedures to safely operate chemical fuel stoves and lanterns. Attendees will be provided a syllabus for training Scouts in storage, packing, transporting, operation, and other safety and maintenance aspects of jelled, gaseous and liquid fuels.

Unit First Aid and First Aid Kit Requirements C&D 112Provides an overview of first aid procedures for typical camp maladies and recommended contents of unit first aid kits.

Sanitation and Food Handling in the Field C&D 113Designed to focus and heighten leaders awareness on the proper acquisition, storage, preparation, and cooking of foods on Scout outings. Topics addressed will be acquisition of food and potable water; storage of perishables and dried foods; dangers of cross contamination during food preparation; cooking of food (time and temperature); and the storage and disposal of garbage to prevent contamination of the camp site and surrounding environment.

International Scouting C&D 114 The International Scouting Program is explained in detail highlighting the relationships between International Scouting, the National BSA, and NCAC programs. International Scouting program from the Scouters perspective will be reviewed and how Scouters can assist Scouts who move from the BSA program into the International Scouting Program.

BSA Youth Protection Training C&D 115Standard BSA Youth Protection Program training required for all Scout leaders.

Preventing Scouter Burnout C&D 122What is it? How can we prevent it? How can we treat it? And thus how can we maximize effective Scouter tenure. A seminar in "Scouter wellness".

Meeting the Council Strategic Plan (focused on the role of the Commissioner) C&D 124 A quick review of the goals and objectives of the Strategic or Long-Range Plan followed by practical discussions of the actions necessary by individual Scouters to complete the implementation of the plan.

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