We have some of the available training material on this page. Scouting Association sites, found on the Religious Emblem Program Information page, may have material that applies to the specific denomination.

If you have any suggestions, please forward them to the Web Site Coordinator Vern Newman.

• Ad Altare Dei Counselor Training
  • Certification training for adult Scouters of the Catholic Faith to become counselors for the Ad Altare Dei religious program.

Information regarding the current available sessions in the Detroit Area Council can be found on the Catholic Committee on Scouting home page.

• Manual for Chaplain Aides and Chaplains
  • To serve as a chaplain or chaplain aide is a unique opportunity for ministry. While serving in these offices, you will have the opportunity to help Scouts as they grow, both physically and spiritually. Some techniques to be used are modeling, mentoring, and offering faith-based experiences.

The Manual for Chaplain Aides and Chaplains from BSA National will help you become better oriented to the duties, responsibilities, and opportunities of chaplaincy service in Boy Scout troops. In it, you will find helpful information and resources to help you better perform your duties.

• Role of the Troop Chaplain and the Chaplain Aide
  • Link to the BSA National site for the Role of the Troop Chaplain and the Chaplain Aide

• Training the Chartered Organization Representative
  • Training the Chartered Organization Representative [pdf} BSA No 34527, 1995 printing, adapted 1999 by Occoneechee Council - Relationships Committee.
  • Youth Protection Training
    • Youth Protection Training is provided on a District level. Please consult your District News page for information regarding the schedules for this training.