The Scoutmaster Conference... Not Just for Rank Advancement Anymore

The Scoutmaster conference is exclusive to Troop operations. However, the concepts and policies apply to all unit leaders*. Its recommended that confidential notes be taken during the conference. A scoutmaster conference is not meant to be a retesting of scout skills. In Scoutmaster training its described as; "The conference is not a retest of the requirements upon which a Scout has been signed off. It is a forum for discussing topics such as ambitions, life purpose, and goals for future achievement, for counseling, and also for obtaining feedback on the unit’s program. "

The Scoutmaster Conference for non-rank advancement:

🧩 Observed Behavior

🧩 Slowing Down Advancement or Participation

🧩 Addressing Issues from Other Scouts

🧩 Planning Advancement or Leadership Positions

🧩 More... New Scout Interview, Patrol Satisfaction, Special Updates, etc.

* More information is available in the Scouts BSA Guide to Advancement section 4.2.3.5 Unit Leader (Scoutmaster) Conference: https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/mechanics-of-advancement/scouts-bsa/

🌎 Scouts BSA Guide to Advancement: https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/

🌎 Understanding the Scoutmaster conference: https://scoutingmagazine.org/2014/12/understanding-scoutmaster-conference/