2014 Connecticut University of Scouting

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1 2014 Connecticut University of Scouting Connecticut Rivers Council Connecticut Yankee Council Greenwich Council Housatonic Council The Connecticut University of Scouting continues to offer a degree program. You may participate in the degree program or take classes that interest you without the expectation of earning a degree. There will be an Associate Degree and Bachelor Degree program this year as well as a Masters Degree program. You will find that there are many interesting courses that benefit all of BSA s programs in the Schools of Culinary Arts, Health and Safety and Information Technology as well as an exciting program for Sea Scouting and Venturing. All of these courses satisfy the General Studies or the Elective requirement for a degree. 1

2 To My Fellow Scouters: As you all know, Scouting is a wonderful program to assist our youth in their physical and mental development. It provides strong guide-lines for meeting the challenges of our society by attaining proper moral standards and creating a code of conduct for life. The Boy Scouts of America has and continues to, assist in this process and instill values exemplified by the Scout Oath and the Scout Law. Our role in this process is to teach the boys by word and by example. It is a daunting and sometimes can be an intimidating experience. The Boy Scouts of America has many programs to assist us in this challenging role. Scout Leader Specific Training is the first and a primary tool we have as well as monthly District Roundtables. Sometimes we need assistance, desire further education into new areas, or to expand our knowledge in areas that we are already involved in. The Connecticut University of Scouting helps to provide that knowledge and experience in a friendly environment of knowledge, experience, and friendship. As provost for the 2014 Connecticut University of Scouting, I would like to personally invite you to join us at the 2014 Connecticut University of Scouting on March 15 at Wilby High School in Waterbury, Connecticut. There are over one hundred courses with a new program for Venture Scouting and Sea Scouting as well as new additions for traditional Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting. You are not limited to your area of Scouting and may find some of the new courses in other areas intriguing and exciting. The formal registration process begins on January 6, There is a limitation on course size therefore early registration is suggested to avoid any disappointment but there are so many areas to experience that everyone can discover and explore new possibilities and perspectives to increase your personal knowledge and help to Deliver the Promise of Scouting. Pre-registration is required for all CUS participants and is available on-line at the Connecticut Rivers Council website: If you do not have access to the Internet, please have another Scouting colleague register for you. I hope to see you and meet you at the Connecticut University of Scouting on March 15, 2014 in Waterbury. If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact me at hiker472@cox.net. Yours in the Spirit of Scouting, Donald F Mordavsky Donald F Mordavsky Provost, Connecticut University of Scouting 2

3 Utilizing the Program Catalog The purpose of the Program Catalog is to help students plan their day at the CUS. It includes a listing of each course available in each College and School. Each listing includes the name, number and description of the course and the period or periods that it is presented. Some classes have multiple period courses and a few courses that require a small additional fee, such as CPR or First Aid certification classes. There will be an opening and closing session as well as seven academic periods and you should select either Period three or four for lunch, socializing with other CUS participants, and visiting our Midway. (Note: food is not allowed outside of the cafeteria. If you do not schedule a lunch period when registering for the CUS, you will not be able to do so on the day of the University.) A University personal course schedule is provided and a listing of courses in each college or area with a brief description follows. A class schedule form is provided to mark all of the courses that interest you. For each class period, select the one course that you are most interested in. Use this to guide for your class selection when you register on-line. A chart of classes is also available on the web site and may be useful in selecting your classes. Boy Scout leaders, Cub Scout leaders, and Commissioners would likely start their course review in their specific colleges. But don t stop there be sure to review ALL available courses because the other colleges all include some fascinating courses that you ll want to attend and there is limitation on class selection due to classroom size. The CUS Degree Program continues this year with the availability of courses for the Associate Degree, Bachelor Degree and Masters programs. These programs will provide CUS diplomas and uniform insignia for students who complete the prescribed coursework. Be sure to check out the Degree Program details noted below if you are interested in either of these programs. The Doctorate program will be added in the 2016 CUS curriculum. A Map & Travel Directions are attached as well as general rules on cell phones and dress code. We hope this provides all of the information you will need to plan your day with us. See you there! PS. Remember to have fun and take the courses you want. 3

4 Associate Degree a. Complete any six courses in any College of the University. b. Submit an evaluation for each course attended. c. If not already a registered as a leader with the Boy Scouts of America, complete Youth Protection Training and submit a complete BSA Adult Leader application to your local Council office. Bachelor s Degree a. Complete a total of any twelve courses in any College of the University. These may include courses taken previous years at the CUS and those completed for an Associate Degree. b. Validation of previously completed courses is necessary. c. Submit an evaluation for each course attended. d. A current BSA adult registration and Youth Protection Training. Master s Degree a. Complete a total of eighteen courses, which may include courses taken previous years at the CUS for an Associates or Bachelor s Degree. Duplicate Courses will not be permitted. b. Validation of previously completed courses is necessary. c. Complete the prescribed BSA Adult Leader Training for your registered Adult Leader Position. d. Complete and submit a BSA Training Award to your District &/or Council Training Committee for approval which requires tenure service. e. Submit an evaluation for each course attended. f. A current BSA adult registration and Youth Protection Training. These degrees are not available in the College of Commissioner Science due to National BSA requirements. 4

5 Personal Course Schedule (Use this tool to register on line at: Period Time / Room Location / Room Course Title / Number Opening 08:30 08:50 Auditorium 1 9:00 9: :00 10: :00 11:50 Lunch 4 12:00 12:50 Lunch 5 1:00 1:50 6 2:00 2:50 7 3:00 3:50 Closing 4:00 4:20 Auditorium Note: 7:15 8:30 Main Entrance Check in 5

6 2014 class schedule :00-9:50 10:00-10:50 11:00-11:50 12:00-12:50 1:00-1:50 2:00-2:50 3:00-3:50 college/school room lunch lunch seats Culinary 206 CA08 24 patio CA05 CA06 CA07 CA05 CA06 CA07 patio CA09 CA02 CA02 CA09 IT Lab 255 IT01 IT04 IT09 IT10 IT05 IT07 IT08 24 Boy Scouts 231 BS01 BS02 BS07 BS08 BS11 BS BS14 BS19 BS20 BS21 28 Commissioner 219 CC14 CC01 CC03 CC CC06 CC07 CC10 CC12 CC15 CC17 16 Cub Scout 226 CS02 CS03 CS05 CS06 CS07 CS CS15 CS09 CS10 CS12 CS13 CS14 29 General Studies 207 GS01 GS04 GS05 GS06 GS10 GS GS14 GS16 GS18 GS19 GS20 GS GS34 GS37 GS38 GS39 GS40 GS GS42 GS43 GS44 25 Health/safety 216 HS01 runs 7:30-11:30 HS11 runs 12:00-4: HS08 HS09 HS13 HS15 HS14 26 Sea Scouting 257 SS01 SS02 SS03 SS04 SS05 SS06 24 SS & V 259 SS07 SS08 V07 V08 V09 V10 27 Venturing 258 V01 V02 V03 V04 V05 V06 28 Con.Ed. these courses are non-degree courses All programs 211 CE20 CE21 CE22 25 SMSA 212 CE17 starts at 7:30 28 Cub 222 CE37 CE36 23 Cub 220 CE38 CE41 18 Cub 221 CE39 27 Trainers EDGE 239 CE01 starts at 7:30 21 Sea Scout 225 CE05 23 Venturing 224 CE

7 College of Boy Scouting Boy Scouting courses are designed to help Boy Scout leaders, however all Scouters are welcomed. Be sure to review courses available in the other colleges many of them apply to Boy Scouting, but also focus on other Scouting programs, so are not categorized as Boy Scouting courses. WHY NATIONAL YOUTH LEADER TRAINING - NYLT BS01- Period 1 Leadership is a critical life skill that youth from of the BSA programs should learn. This course presents an overview of the National Youth Leadership Training course and how it will help your youth leaders become more affective. A SCOUT IS REVERENT BS02 - Period 2 A Scout is Reverent: The 12th Point of the Scout Law. This course explores the opportunities and helps you discover how to keep reverence in your troop, the duties and responsibilities of the Scout Chaplain (adult position), and Chaplain's Aid (youth position). TROOP EQUIPMENT AND SELECTION BS07 - Period 3 Make sure you have the right tools for the job. This course covers the proper selection of equipment and what to take and not to take on your next outing. EFFECTIVE BOARDS OF REVIEW BS08 - Period 5 The Board of Review is a critical step in the advancement process. Done effectively, your Scouts will learn much more than that they have passed. Learn how to use this time to give purpose and guide your Scouts. ROAD TO EAGLE BS11 - Period 6 Eagle is the pinnacle rank for Scouts, and a significant life achievement. This course provides a soup-to-nuts discussion from when the Scout makes Life Scout until his parents pin his Eagle badge on him. TROOP SHOOTING SPORTS PROGRAM BS14 - Period 2 Learn the BSA standards for Shooting Sports including the safety rules and training required. Taught by an NRA and BSA certified instructor HIGH REWARDS AT HIGH ADVENTURE BS15 - Period 7 The BSA operates several outstanding High Adventure Bases to challenge our youth with unique outdoor opportunities for further Scouting skills, character, and leadership development. You will learn the necessary who, what, where, when, why, and how of these terrific programs so that you can make them more accessible to your youth members. LOST LORE BS19 Period 3 Many old-time Scouting skills have come and gone in the past 100 years. Some that have essentially disappeared from Scouting practices can still be very useful. We will explore things like flint and steel, tracking, stalking, and more 7

8 SCOUTS BECOMMING LEADERS DOING ILST BS20 Period 5 Lord Baden Powel said, Never do for a boy what he can do for himself. You have leadership skills that enable you to do things better than the Scouts in your unit. Your role as a Scoutmaster is to help your Scouts develop these skills so that they can become self-reliant leaders themselves. This includes making mistakes that you would not have made. We ll examine the strategies of the Patrol Method in achieving these important leadership skills. ROAD TO FIRST CLASS BS21 Period 6 The first year of a Scout's experience is crucial to his retention and to him getting the most out of the experience. This course will help you to guide your new Scouts successfully to First Class. 8

9 School of Culinary Arts School of Culinary Arts courses are designed to train Scouters how to teach meal planning and the necessary preparation skills to the youth in BSA programs. These courses apply to all Scouting programs. Recipes and samples will be provided. Most CA classes will be held outdoors. Dress accordingly for the weather conditions. DUTCH OVEN COOKING CA02 - Period 2 OR Period 4 Learn how to buy, care for, and cook with a Dutch oven. TIN FOIL COOKING CA05 - Period 1 OR Period 5 Who needs a pot? Learn tin foil cooking methods, ideas, tips, tricks & recipes. UTENSIL LESS COOKING CA06 - Period 2 OR Period 6 You can t miss this one. No pots or pans. Learn the easy way to cook with no clean up. The Scouts and even their parents will be amazed when you show them this way of cooking. ONE POT/OUTBACK OVEN CA07 - Period 3 OR Period 7 How to cook when you must minimize your tool set. See what can be done with one pot and an outback oven. GETTING STARTED WITH OUTDOOR COOKING CA08 Periods 6 & 7 Outdoor cooking can seem overwhelming to the novice. This course is a classroom intro to basic patrol cooking and covers the basics, including: Scout to First Class and cooking merit badge requirements, the types of fires and stoves you can use, and cooking safety. You'll see and handle cooking gear and take tons of information and recipes home for both you and your Scouts to use on campouts. Course also covers cooking utensils, field sanitation methods, Leave No Trace techniques, and menu planning. The sharing of ideas by participants with the group are also encouraged as well, so bring your ideas. NO COOK MEALS CA09 - Period 1 OR Period 5 You don t have to cook to eat. Many nutritious and delicious meals can be prepared without any cooking at all! Sometimes simple and easy is better, especially on the trail or in the wilderness. Learn how in this course. 9

10 College of Commissioner Science The College of Commissioner Science courses are designed to provide Commissioners with the necessary specific training to provide Scout units with the best service possible. While all Scouters are welcome to attend these classes, only registered Commissioners will receive credit toward a Commissioners Science degree. Be sure to review courses available in the other colleges many of them can help you in your Commissioner Service role. (National Commissioner College course designations are in parentheses.) COMMISSIONER BASIC TRAINING CC14 - Periods 1,2 & 3 (3 periods) Commissioner Basic Training is designed for all new commissioners and those who wish to "brush up on their skills". It is designed to equip commissioners with the tools and resources to provide excellent unit service to Pack, Troop, and Crew. RECRUITING NEW COMMISSIONERS CC01 - Period 5 Quality programs flourish and membership grows in Scouting only when there is a complete team of quality commissioners. Find out how to develop and put into action a suitable recruiting plan. (MCS 312) A COMMISSIONER S PRIORITIES CC03 - Period 6 How a commissioner provides units with meaningful service that delivers Scouting ideals to youth, brings about membership growth, and ensures on-time charter renewal. The commissioner's mission is to help units succeed. (BCS 106) COUNSELING SKILLS CC05 - Period 7 Counseling is an effective method for commissioners to assist unit leaders to develop their potential. Counseling is the art of helping others arrive at the right answer by their own analysis of the situation and the facts. As a commissioner you should develop your counseling skills. (MCS 306) UNIT CHARTER RENEWAL CC06 - Period 1 Commissioners are responsible for on-time unit charter renewal so it is essential that they understand the charter concepts in the Boy Scouts of America and are fully familiar with the steps in the charter renewal process. (BCS 102) WHAT WOULD YOU DO? CC07 - Period 2 This is a group participation/discussion session on some fascinating situations that commissioners might encounter. (BCS 112) DISTRICT JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE CC10 Period 3 Learn about the elements of District Journey to Excellence and what it takes to ensure success in every area. (DCS 515) 10

11 HOW TO REMOVE A VOLUNTEER CC12 - Period 5 As a commissioner, you should be prepared to help guide volunteers with how to remove a volunteer. This session will focus on the ineffective volunteer, the person who just isn't working out. It will not address removing a person for cause or grounds for legal action such as theft. (MCS 317) THE DISTRICT AND THE COMMISSIONER CC15 - Period 6 Scouting is a unique volunteer movement whose success is due to special relationships between volunteers and professional staff who assist the Council, District and Unit operations. Understand the structure, function of the District, relationship of District professional staff and volunteers, and resources of the District to better support the units you serve. (BCS 103) THE COMMISSIONER AND DIVERSITY CC17 - Period 7 Diversity in the Boy Scouts of America is a desired state. It is an environment where all differences - age, gender, and race, ethnicity, physical ability, personality, and life experience are valued and integrated into every aspect of the organizations operations. Learn why diversity makes Scouting stronger. (BCS 115) 11

12 College of Cub Scouting Cub Scouting courses are designed to help Cub Scout leaders, but all Scouters are welcomed. Be sure to review courses available in the other colleges many of them apply to Cub Scouting, but also focus on the other Scouting programs, so are not categorized as Cub Scout courses. WOLF AND BEAR ADVANCEMENT CS02 - Period 1 Dispel the myths. The success of Cub advancement entails more than the den and its leaders. It involves the whole family. Learn great ideas on advancement and how to have fun with Akela and Baloo. CUB CAMPING AND OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES CS03 - Period 2 Learn what you can and cannot do with Cub Scout age boys. From easy pre-organized overnighters to the exciting adventures found in our summer camps. Scouts want to camp and we are here to help you make that happen! WIDE WORLD OF WEBELOS CS05 - Period 4 Webelos: the next level of Cub Scouting. Learn techniques for teaching, interaction, and advancement. Covered are resources, activity badge ideas, crossover and beyond. Proper preparation for advancement ensures success in Boy Scouting. WEBELOS CAMPING AND OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES CS06 - Period 5 Webelos Overnight opportunities: how to make this a great transitional overnight experience for your older Scouts in preparation for becoming Boy Scouts. (This does not take replace the required Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders.) MEETING PIZZAZZ CS07 - Period 6 Bring pizzazz to your Pack meetings. Learn how to be an exciting leader with ideas to quickly energize your meeting. CUB SCOUT CRAFTS CS08 - Period 7 Are crafts a challenge for you? Get lots of great ideas on how to include crafts in your program inexpensively. GAMES GALORE CS09- Period 2 Scouts of all ages love a good game. Come learn some great games to keep all your members happy. THEMES, IDEAS AND RESOURCES CS10 - Period 4 Plan a year's worth of Pack meetings. Learn how to incorporate themes and ideas that will keep the meetings fun and exciting, year after year. Using the Character Connections, resources for new ideas, and quick Fill-ins for when you need them. PLANNING & RUNNING EFFECTIVE DEN AND PACK MEETINGS CS12 Period 5 This course is designed to help the den leader and Cubmaster plan and run effective den and pack meetings. 12

13 TRACKING AND REPORTING CS13 - Period 6 Pack paperwork made easy: discuss ways to keep track of pack progress and how to get what you need at the Scout Shop. CUB SCOUT SUMMER CAMP CS14 Period 7 Learn how to promote and help your boys take advantage of Cub Camping Opportunities, how to become an effective Pack Cub Camp Coordinator, and how to register on line. SIMPLE KNOTS ARE KNOT HARD CS15 Period 1 Ideas for teaching knot tying to your Cub Scouts while learning the five basic knots used by the Wolf, Bear and Webelos. 13

14 College of General Studies General Studies are designed to help all Scouters with courses that are applicable across all Scouting programs. The College of General Studies also includes the Schools of Culinary Arts, Health & Safety, and Information Technology. PROGAM PLANNING AND FUNDING GS01 - Period 1 Discuss the essentials for effective planning and learn how the experts plan for success. Use these essentials to create successful unit programs and special events and get some new ideas on how to earn the money to do the things you plan HANDLING CHALLENGING YOUTH GS04 - Period 2 Every pack, troop, and crew, or ship has youth who present challenges to their leaders. Discussion will cover ways to work successfully with these young people. EFFECTIVE CEREMONIES GS05 - Period 3 Ceremonies are an important part of the Scouting experience. Learn tips on conducting effective ceremonies when you have time to plan for them, and when you don t. EVE ON THE TRAIL GS 06 - Period 5 It will address the needs of a woman on the trail, such as clothing, comfort, toilet etiquette, monthly cycle, etc. Recommended for leaders who have males and females in their unit, whether youth, adult, or both. DISABILITY AWARENESS GS10 Period 6 If you are into Scouting you need this course! Help all Scouts with special needs get the most out of the Scouting program. Learn to teach ability, not dis-ability. Learn basic information about physical and neurological needs and how to support these needs. Keep up with the current changes in Advancement for Special Needs from 2011 and identify available resources. ADVANCEMENT AND RECOGNITION GS12 - Period 7 This course deals with administration and oversight of advancement, at all levels, by the district advancement committee. The focus will be on carrying out council advancement policies, developing and administering the merit badge plan, working with units to encourage advancement, and helping commissioners and trainers explain advancement to unit leaders. NATIONAL AND COUNCIL CONCERNS GS14 - Period 1 Council Executives will lead a discussion on the current National and Council issues of concern. Learn the facts about these issues, how they affect you and what you can do to help. TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR VOLUNTEER LEADERS GS16 - Period 2 Learn what you can legally deduct on your taxes for volunteering your time. (Taught by a Certified Public Accountant) 14

15 UNIT SELF ASSESSMENT & JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE GS18 - Period 3 One of BSA s perpetual goals is to continue making significant improvements in program quality. The USA program enables a unit to assess its strengths and weaknesses and the JTE program provides BSA with the opportunity to recognize those units providing a high quality program to youth members. Learn how these programs complement each other and how to set your unit s goals and work toward achieving them. UPDATE ON ADULT TRAINING AWARDS & OTHER RECOGNITION GS19 - Period 5 When you complete the training, performance, and tenure requirements for your registered position, you qualify for a training award or key. Find out why you should get it and why BSA wants you to have it. Other adult recognitions will be discussed. STAND AND DELIVER GS20 - Period 6 As Scout leaders, we stand and deliver brief speeches constantly. Opening and closing meetings, delivering announcements, and providing guidance to youth members are all examples of the public speaking that Scouters do every day. You will learn how to perform your public speaking roles more effectively. Audience participation is guaranteed. OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ORDER OF THE ARROW GS31 - Period 7 In this course we will cover many exciting events and functions. Details on ways to enhance your OA program, and new ideas for service to both the Boy Scouts as well as our communities will be discussed. Only Arrow men may attend OLD GLORY GS34 - Period 1 Everything you wanted to know about the American Flag, and then some. History, protocol, and little known facts are included. COMMUNICATING WITH YOUTH GS37 - Period 2 Do you feel like you aren t getting your point across to your Scouts? Looking for new ways to interact with Scouts in your Troop? Having problems maintaining a Scout-led Troop? Learn how to break down the age barrier & connect with all the youth in your Troop or organization. 100 YEARS OF SCOUTING IN 50 MINUTES GS38 - Period 3 In order to understand why Scouting operates as it does, it is necessary to know how things began, and have evolved, in a hundred years: This course is a subjective overview of the History of BSA. THE SIMPLE TRUTH ABOUT SCOUTING S VALUES GS39 - Period 5 Explore the Purposes, Ideals, and Values of Scouting, and how they relate to every BSA youth program. SCOUTING AROUND THE WORLD GS40 - Period 6 Scouting is a worldwide movement, sharing the same basic values, but organized and operated according to the customs and traditions of each country. Explore Scouting in England, the United States, Thailand, and Sweden. A PRACTICAL APPROACH TO OUTDOOR ETHICS & LNT ON LAND & WATER GS41 - Period 7 Outdoor Ethics and LNT should become an integral part of individual and unit thinking. Learn how to take responsibility for decisions when we use the outdoors, and how we should treat the environment with respect for future generations, so they can enjoy the outdoors as we do today. 15

16 BEYOND YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING GS42 - Period 5 This advanced course takes on the issues of bullying, cyber-bullying, hazing/initiations, rumor/scandal mongering, sexual behavior, and social media that may be encountered in any Scouter role, using a panel discussion and audience problems and solutions for a variety of behavior and conduct issues that may be encountered in any Scouter role, and where to go for help and guidance. Panelists will include a council Scout Executive, a pediatrician, a child psychologist, and a social worker. COMMISSIONER ESSENTIALS FOR UNIT SCOUTERS GS43 - Period 6 What unit Scouters really need to know about commissioners. What are Unit Commissioners, District Commissioners and ADC s, and Roundtable Commissioners supposed to be doing for units? BSA STEM & NOVA: AWARDS PROGRAM FOR ALL PROGRAMS GS44 - Period 7 The BSA NOVA awards program incorporates learning with activities and exposure to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Learn h9ow you can use this program to increase interest for all Cub and Boy Scouts as well as Venture and Sea Scouts while having fun and advancing in your Scouting program. 16

17 School of Health & Safety HS courses are designed to help all Scouters with Health & Safety that is applicable across all Scouting Programs. The School of Health & Safety is part of the College of General Studies. AMERICAN RED CROSS CPR ADULT & CHILD ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATION HS01 7:30 11:30 This course combines lectures with hands-on training and practice. Participants in this course learn how to activate EMS services, perform CPR and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, avoid blood borne pathogens exposure, and know the role of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in the Cardiac Chain of Survival. Restriction: Students must be BSA registered Scouters. Class Size Limit: 14 students. Additional Costs: American Red Cross Certification Card Processing. Class Length: Approximately 4 hours. Additional cost of: $15.00 AMERICAN RED CROSS STANDARD FIRST AID CERTIFICATION HS11 12:00 4:00 This course combines lecture with hands-on training and practice. Participants learn skills necessary to give care in an emergency, help sustain life and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until medical help arrives. Restriction: Students must be BSA registered Scouters. Class Size Limit: 14 students. Additional Costs: American Red Cross Certification Card Processing. Class Length: Approximately 4 hours. Additional cost of: $15.00 PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION: TIPS FOR LEADERS AND PARENTS HS08 - Period 2 This training focuses on enabling Scouters and parents to increase their awareness of the incidence and effects of bullying, to create an anti-bullying culture in their Scouting units, and to empower Scouts to assist those targeted by bullies. Strategies for supporting the victims of bullying and for helping Scouts who bully others develop more appropriate social skills. PLANNING AND CONDUCTING A SAFE SCOUT OUTING HS09 - Period 3 Safe Scouting can happen if you follow the Scout motto Be Prepared. This course will describe how to plan for and conduct a safe Scout outing. HIKING FIRST AID HS13 - Period 5 Learn how to identify and treat emergency medical conditions that may be encountered while hiking in order to preserve life, prevent further injury, and promote recovery. INTRODUCTION TO WILDERNESS FIRST AID HS14 - Period 7 Introduction to and summary of the material covered in the 16-Hour Red Cross Wilderness First Aid/CPR/AED Course. SURVIVOR - EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS INTRODUCTION HS15 - Period 6 It is a challenge to be prepared in our world of man-made and natural emergencies. As an introduction to the Emergency Preparedness BSA program which is planned to inspire the desire and foster the skills to meet this challenge in our youth and adult members so that they can participate effectively in this crucial service to their families, communities, and nation. 17

18 School of Information Technology IT courses are designed to help all Scout leaders with Information Technology training that is applicable across all Scouting programs. The School of Information Technology is part of the College of General Studies SCOUTING ON THE WEB IT01 - Period 1 Scouting resources on the web: learn how to find what you are looking for quickly and efficiently on the internet and see websites available for use by Cub Scout Leaders and Boy Scout Leaders. (practical session in the computer lab) GET THE MOST OUT OF THE SCOUTING WEBSITES IT04 - Period 2 The Scouting websites provide terrific opportunities to host a unit website, facilitate communications, store and share forms online, which only unit members can see and manage including their Council registrations. And, it s all free! Learn how easy it is and how to avoid errors. ESSENTIAL ON-LINE FORMS FOR SCOUTING IT05 - Period 5 A survey of on line forms available to Scouters. Tour Plans (formerly tour permits ), Online Advancement, rechartering, and many other helpful forms will be presented and discussed in an open forum, Q&A format. Newly required electronic forms, particularly the Tour Plan, will be examined in detail. A resource CD will be given to each participant with the links to each form, as well as a copy of the course material. NEW WEB TECHNOLOGIES FOR SCOUTING IT07 - Period 6 Do you know about RSS feeds, WIKIs, blogs, social groups, etc. that are being used for Scouting purposes? Prospects and problems for the future will be explored as well as suggested safe guards and cyberspace safety techniques. SMARTPHONE: THE MODERN-DAY CAMPER S SWISS ARMY KNIFE IT08 Period 7 Today a phone and a boy often go together like peanut butter and jelly. Is that a bad thing? How to work with your Scouts so that they know the rules of safe smartphone usage and then to help them use their phones to promote Scouting or have better Scout trips. CUMMUNICATIONS MAKEOVER IT09 Period 3 Learn how to create and manage a website. Web sites provide a unit the forum for a wide variety of purposes, including records, lists, activities, unit history, information, photos of unit events and also registrations. And it is free! Learn how easy it is and how to avoid errors.? IT10 Period 4 18

19 School of Continuing Education TRAINERS EDGE CE01 ** (Class starts at 7:30 - all day course. Minimum number of students necessary) National requires this course in methodologies training for all BSA trainers. BOY SCOUT LEADER SPECIFIC TRAINING CE17 ** Class starts at 7:30 all day course. Boy Scout Leader Specific Training is a concentrated multisession all day program on troop operation and the basic specific training necessary for all Scoutmaster & Assistant Scoutmaster. If this has been completed earlier, it does not need to be repeated. DISTRICT WORKSHOP TRAINING CE20-22 CE20 - Periods 1 & 2 Standard District Structure Examine the organization of the local district in the Scouting program and the four functions of district operations; Membership, Finance, Program, and Unit Service. Learn the responsibilities and working relationships of the Key Three as well as the cooperation between the District Committee and the Commissioner Staff. The effective use of the District Committee in achieving district goals will be stressed. (Part one of the two-part District Committee Workshop.) CE21 - Periods 3 & 4 Training If we want Scouting to do well, we need trained leaders. We have a big job-a management job. Our youth are too important to have untrained leaders. If training wasn t so much fun, we might not do it. Training keeps youth and leaders in the program longer. Learn how to accomplish this. CE22 - Periods 5 & 6 Activities and Civic Service Learn how this committee is responsible for creating and promoting activities to inspire Scouts, leaders, parents and the general public. Learn how to bring alive the slogan Do a Good Turn Daily by the use of service projects that help our youth become responsible members of the community. CUB SCOUT LEADER SPECIFIC TRAINING CE36-41 Basic position specific training for each Cub Scout leader s role. (Attend the session(s) specific to your role) CE36 - Periods 5, 6 & 7 (triple period) - Cubmaster & Assistant Specific Training CE37 - Periods 1, 2 & 3 (triple period) - Den Leader & Assistant Specific Training CE38 - Periods 1, 2 & 3 (triple period) - Pack Committee Members Specific Training CE39 - Periods 1, 2 & 3 (triple period) - Pack Trainer Specific Training CE41 Periods 5, 6 & 7 (triple period) - Webelos Leader Training SEA SCOUT ADULT LEADER BASIC TRAINING CE05 - Periods 1-5 Sea Scout Adult Leader Basic Training is the first step in training for all Sea Scout leaders focusing on the skills and attributes necessary to be an effective advisor. It is intended to enhance individual knowledge of and connectivity with the strategic plan, program, and resources, while emphasizing personal skills necessary for the development of youth in the Sea Scout program. If this has been completed earlier, it does not need to be repeated. VENTURING LEADER SPECIFIC TRAINING CE06 - Periods 1-7 Venture Leader Specific Training is a concentrated multisession all day program on crew operation and the basic specific training necessary for all Venture leaders. If this has been completed earlier, it does not need to be repeated. 19

20 College of Sea Scouting and Venturing SCHOOL OF SEA SCOUTING A HISTORY OF SEA SCOUTING SS01 Period 1 A historical and enlightening biography of a Scouting program. Learn about the founding of Sea Scouting from England and Baden-Powell to Admiral Chester Nimitz and the United States Navy and Sea Explorers to the return of the Sea Scout title. BASIC KNOTS FOR SEA SCOUTS SS02 Period 2 Learn about the types of rope used in sailing and boating with the proper use and care for each. Knots used in sailing and boating: how to tie them, use for each and the correct teaching techniques. Practice session and discussion. RULES OF NAVIGATION SS03 Period 4 What are the definitions and responsibilities with regard to navigation in varied circumstances? A discussion of steering and sailing rules and as well as vessel lights and shapes with a discussion of requirements, rules and signaling for varied craft and varied vessels including maneuvering and warning signals. SIGNALING AND SEA SCOUTS SS04 Period 5 Review varied signaling methods, techniques, and their proper use with a discussion of how to send a signal and how to answer one. Included are semaphore, flags and pennants, as well as Morse code. SAFETY AT SEA SS05 Period 6 Fire safety and first aid. The prevention of accidents and how to treat injuries if they occur. Correct and required safety equipment with check lists both routine monthly inspections and well as precast off assessments. SEA SCOUTING AND THE ENVIRONMENT SS06 Period 7 Leave No Trace Afloat. Environmental issues for Boy Scout Boating Set an example for others and know the rules. Leave nothing than calm, clean water. SEA SCOUT ADVANCEMENT AND AWARDS SS07 - Period 1 The Sea Scout Advancement and Awards course will provide the details and strategy for encouraging youth initiative and ship planning for successful youth recognition. SEA SCOUT PLANNING ACTIVITIES SS08 - Period 2 This Planning Activities course will provide a 12-month operational Ship plan for year 2013, specific to the New England area. 20

21 SCHOOL OF VENTURING INTRODUCTION TO SCUBA V01 Period 1 An introduction to Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. A demonstration of underwater breathing apparatus, safety equipment, personal tools, stabilization, navigation, vision and communication. THE ART OF SPELUNKING V02 Period 2 Caving with an emphasis on safety, including fitness, nutrition, and recognition of hazards. Navigation techniques and hands on demonstration of clothing / head gear, footwear, climbing equipment, and emergency equipment. WHAT IS A VENTURE BIATHLON V03 Period 4 Introduction to the Olympic sport of the biathlon, including the rules, and necessary equipment. Variants to winter skiing with summer cross country running, winter snowshoes, air rifle or bow. INTRODUCTION TO MOUNTAINEERING V04 Period 5 Have you ever really climbed a mountain? Learn about mountain climbing with an emphasis on safety and preparation. Mountaineering equipment, techniques, and rescue with a discussion of weather and types of terrain. WILDERNESS VENTURING V05 Period 6 The sky is the limit. High adventure crew programs from the bottom of the Grand Canyon to the Alps. A presentation of unit planned programs for unique high adventures to challenge and stimulate all crew members. Everything from permits and paperwork to finances and fundraising learn about all of it. HOW TO KEEP YOUR VEHICLE GOING V06 Period 7 Bike to snowmobile to automobile: Learn about prevention and what to do if disaster ( it doesn t work ) strikes. What you need to know and what tools you need to have. WHAT IS VENTURING V07 Period 4 Introduce your Scouts to Venturing EXPANDING VENTURING V08- Period 5 Recruiting Venturing Scouts VENTURE CREW STANDARDS V09 Period 6 Crew Standards: Crew By-Laws / Dress Code / Code of Conduct VENTURE TREK PLANNING V10 Period 7 Ultimate Venturing Trek 21

22 MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Dress Code: The full BSA field uniform associated with your unit program is the expected dress code for all CUS participants. Cell Phone Use: Cell phone courtesy is expected at all times. Texting during class is prohibited and phones must be on vibrate-only mode. If you absolutely must take a call, please exit the class discretely. Note that the CUS staff does use their cell phones for urgent communications during the event. This is key to our event day communications. Directions: Wilby High School 460 Bucks Hill Rd, Waterbury, CT A full map is available on the website at: Route 84 East or West to Route 8: From Route 8 Southbound 1. Head southeast on Exit 36 toward Colonial Ave, 0.1 mi 2. Turn left onto Colonial Ave, 0.2 mi 3. Take the 1st left onto Huntingdon Ave, 0.3 mi 4. Continue onto Homer St, 0.4 mi 5. Continue onto Chase Ave, 0.7 mi 6. Turn left onto Hill St, 0.1 mi 7. Turn left onto North Main St, 0.2 mi 8. Take the 1st left to stay on North Main St, 0.6 mi 9. Slight left onto Bucks Hill Rd, Destination on right, 0.9 mi From Route 8 Northbound 1. Head north on Exit 36 toward Huntingdon Ave, 0.1 mi 2. Turn right onto Huntingdon Ave, 0.3 mi 3. Continue onto Homer St, 0.4 mi 4. Continue onto Chase Ave, 0.7 mi 5. Turn left onto Hill St, 0.1 mi 6. Turn left onto North Main St, 0.2 mi 7. Take the 1st left to stay on North Main St, 0.6 mi 8. Slight left onto Bucks Hill Rd, Destination on right, 0.9 m 22