| Q: Hi! I'm Steve. I'm an "old" leader (I guess "experienced" would be a better word!). I've been considered "trained" for years. Do I have to start over again? A: Absolutely not., Steve. You are still considered trained by the Boy Scouts of America if you successfully completed the following courses prior to September 2001: - Boy Scout Leaders - Scoutmastership Fundamentals, Scout Leader Basic Training; completion of either means you are trained.
- Cub Scout Leaders - Cub Leaders Basic Leader Training.
If you have completed all of these courses, you are considered "Trained" by the Boy Scouts of America for someone in your position. However........ Q: OK. I'm "Trained". But may I still attend a training session? A: Absolutely, Steve. Scouting is no different from any other major organization - things change. If the last time you went through adult leader training was ten years ago (or greater), I'd recommend attending New Leader Essentials and Position Specific Training at some point just to see what's new. If you are an experienced Scoutmaster or Cubmaster, you should probably come see what your new adult leaders are being exposed to. | 
