"Uniformed" leaders play an important role in helping Cub Scouts learn, grow, and have fun together. Whether leading a small den, supporting Pack events, or helping behind the scenes, volunteers help create the positive experiences that make Scouting meaningful for youth and families.

Many parents choose to volunteer because they want to stay involved in their child’s activities, build connections within the Pack community, and help shape memorable adventures. No prior Scouting experience is needed — training and support are provided every step of the way.

Leadership roles are flexible and designed to fit a variety of schedules, interests, and comfort levels. With guidance from experienced leaders and access to online resources, parents can step into volunteering with confidence.

Not all volunteers work directly with youth. Many serve in Committee positions that support those who do. Being a uniformed leader  in Scouting America simply means you have registered as an adult and have completed the following items. 

🛡️ S.A.F.E. Guarding Youth Training

Creating a safe environment for every Scout is the highest priority in Cub Scouting and Scouting America. SAFE Guarding Youth Training helps parents and leaders understand how to recognize concerns, maintain appropriate boundaries, and follow best practices that protect youth during all Scouting activities.

This training is designed to support volunteers — not test them — and helps ensure that every child has a safe and positive Scouting experience.

All registered leaders are required to complete this training annually, and parents are strongly encouraged to take it as well. The course is available online through my.Scouting.org and can be completed at your own pace.

Key Details:

• Duration: ~90 minutes for the full course; 15-20 minute refresher courses are required annually thereafter.

• Flexibility: The training can be paused and resumed at any time.

• Availability: Offered in both English and Spanish

• Modules Cover: recognizing abuse and bullying, online safety, and the S.A.F.E. framework (Supervision, Assessment, Fitness, Equipment)
  
  

📎 After completing the course, please email your certificate to pack215stmark@gmail.com (found in my.Scouting.org → My Training).

For additional information, visit scouting.org/training/youth-protection.

✝️ Diocese of Raleigh Safe Environment Training

This training supports the Pack’s commitment to creating a safe and respectful environment for all youth and is required of all volunteers within units chartered by Catholic Churches. Volunteers learn best practices for appropriate boundaries, recognizing concerns, and promoting a culture of care within parish-based programs, including Scouts.

Key Details:

• Duration: 2 hours 

• Format: The training is held online via live streamed webinar

• Availability: Available in English and Spanish

• Covers: youth protection awareness, safe interactions, reporting responsibilities, and creating positive faith-community environments

• Helps ensure every Scout experience is safe, welcoming, and supportive. 

• Register for an upcoming course date on the Diocese of Raleigh Safe Environment Training webpage at least 1 week prior

• A 30 minute refresher module is required annually

🧭 Position Specific Training

All trainings are available in both English and Spanish and can be paused and do not need to be completed in a single sitting. All courses are available through your my.scouting.org portal. ✨ No prior Scouting experience is needed.

⛈️ Hazardous Weather Training

This required safety training helps volunteers recognize weather risks and make informed decisions to keep Scouts safe during outdoor activities. Leaders learn how to prepare for changing conditions and follow Scouting guidelines when planning or participating in outdoor events.

Cubmasters, Assistant Cubmasters, and all Den Leaders take Hazardous Weather Training as part of their position-specific training requirement modules. The HWT module is the only one that expires and must be taken every 2 years to remain current. The HWT is optional for Pack Committee members and the Committee Chair, but is highly suggested. 

Key Details:

• Duration: 31 minutes 

• Flexibility: The training can be paused and does not need to be completed in a single sitting.

• Availability: Available in English and Spanish

• Modules Cover: weather awareness, risk assessment, safety decision-making, and outdoor activity planning

• Designed to help leaders feel prepared — not overwhelmed.