Scout Leadership Course Session Overview
In a Scout Troop, the Patrol System is key. Patrols need great leaders. Learning what it takes to be a great Patrol Leader or Assistant Patrol Leader will make the job easier.
Time to allocate for this session
30 minutes.
Recomended programming for this session
This session should take place early in the course as it is a foundation subject.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the session, Scouts will:
- understand the role of a Patrol Leader
- understand the role of an Assistant Patrol Leader
- be able to state how Patrol Leaders and Assistant Patrol Leaders are appointed
Content to be Covered
During the session, you must cover:
- The role of a Patrol Leader
- The role of an Assistant Patrol Leader
- Camping Standards
- The appointment procedure for PLs and APLs
Measuring Success
The session outcomes will have been achieved if:
- Scouts can state the role of a Patrol Leader and Assistant Patrol Leader.
- Scouts can give some examples of the expected skills and attitudes of a PL/APL.
- Scouts demonstrate they know how a PL and APL is appointed in their Troop.
Suggested Activities and Resources
Here are some suggested activities for this session:
| Activity | Type of activity | Resources |
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| Activity Choice 1: How to make a Patrol Leader | Making a model of a PL from old clothes and newspaper. |
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| Activity Choice 2: What can you carry? | Sorting out what is and is not in the role by overloading a PL with baloons. |
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| Activity Choice 3: Patrol Leader's Creed | If you are not using this activity in the Self Discipline session, you can re-write the original Patrol Leader's Creed in modern wording. |
Participant Handouts
Resources that can be printed or included on a disk to take home:
The Patrol Leader and Assistant Patrol LeaderTraining Adult Leaders
Adult Leaders attending for training purposes should:
- The outcomes expected of the Scouts
- Develop strategies for using Patrol Leaders to the best advantaege
