Scout Leadership Course Handout

Session area

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Outline of the session

The Patrol Leaders, as part of the Troop Council, have responsibility for progressing and passing members through the Scout Award Scheme. It would be only appropriate that the Troop Council have a full knowledge of the scheme and how it can be applied.

Session Notes (Continued from Page 1)

To gain the Pioneer, Explorer or Adventurer Badge, the Scout must complete the two compulsory Targets which are Campcraft & Citizenship, plus one from the six elective Targets at the appropriate level. To gain the Pioneer, Explorer or Adventurer Cord the Scout must complete the Pioneer, Explorer or Adventurer Badge, one Patrol Activity Badge plus two Proficiency Badges.

PATROL ACTIVITY BADGE A Scout is required to earn one Patrol Activity Badge for each of the Target levels in order to earn their Cord for each level.

OTHER BADGES There are nine other badges that may be worn. Five of these may be used as Proficiency Badges. Amateur Radio Operator Badge; Anchor Badge; Deaf Sign Language Badge; Faith Awareness Badge; Language Emblem

The following three badges may be used as Target Badges: First Aid or Surf Life Saving Badges; Landcare Badge; World Conservation Badge

Their Service Our Heritage Badge is a participation badge which may be worn by both Adult and Youth Members.

SCOUT LEADERSHIP COURSE BADGE The Scout Leadership Course aims to provide suitable leadership skills for Scouts with a practical "hands on" approach run in line with the Patrol System. It can be undertaken on completion of the Pioneer Badge.

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITY This requires a Scout to show significant personal development while demonstrating an active leadership role e.g. organising and planning an activity or event that covers a minimum of one full day or overnight.

AUSTRALIAN SCOUT MEDALLION - THE PINNACLE! The Australian Scout Medallion is the pinnacle of the Scout Section and is a milestone in a youth member's journey through the Movement. To receive this prestigious award, you must have completed all the requirements mentioned above.

VENTURER SCOUT LINK BADGE The Venturer Scout Link Badge links Scouts to the Venturer Scout Section and is the next step in the Scouting journey. Completion of this badge prepares the Scout for advancement to the Venturer Unit.