For over three quarters of a century, the Boy Scouts of America has worked to develop the character, citizenship, and personal fitness of America's youth. We realize that the future of our society is vested in each successive generation and the values inherited.

As a major youth-serving organization, the Boy Scouts of America has a unique opportunity to help protect the youth of our nation. In addition to helping families address the problem of child abuse, the Boy Scouts of America is exemplary among youth-serving agencies in recognizing the potential threat that child abuse poses to young people and has adopted a comprehensive set of policies and procedures designed to ensure that Scouting continues to be safe for all participants.

BSA Youth Protection Training is now required for at least one adult present during any event or activity needed a local or national tour permit. Further, every adult participating in nationally sponsored events and activities must be trained in BSA Youth Protection.

Now, you can receive your Youth Protection training officially on-line. Click below for more.

Online Youth Protection Training

Youth Protection Training and Tour Permits

Recently there has been some confusion as to the new requirements to have a youth protection trained adult on all trips and outings. At the current time, there is not a requirement to attach a copy of your training card. Signatures of the tour leader and the unit committee chairman certify that the unit requesting the tour permit is in compliance with this new requirement. This National Council policy went into effect on 1 January 2003.