Merit Badge Counselor

A merit badge counselor is a responsible adult with knowledge and enthusiasm about a career, hobby or other subject who is willing to share that knowledge and enthusiasm with Scouts.

How do I get involved?

Talk with the Scoutmaster/Cubmaster or Committee Chair of the Scouting Unit at your sponsoring organization, or reach out to your local council office.

Get Trained

Yes. Merit Badge Counselors are required to take:

• Safeguarding Youth Training
• Merit Badge Counselor Training

Register

Contact your local council office to register as a merit badge counselor.

Find out more about Merit Badge Counselors at Scouting America’s National Website.