Continuing Education for Commissioners
2015
College of
Commissioner Science
Longhorn Council, BSA
Degree Requirements And
Course Catalogue
Degree-Oriented Tracks
• Bachelor of Commissioner Science
Post-Graduate Tracks
• Certificate of Continuing Education
Non-Degree Tracks
• Basic Training for
o Unit Commissioners,
o “New Unit” Unit-Commissioners
o & District and Assistant District
Commissioners
o Round Table Commissioner
Baylor University
Waco, Texas
Continuing Education for Commissioners
Greetings From The Dean
A special session of the College of Commissioner Science will be held on Saturday, May 2nd on the campus
of Baylor University in Waco, Texas. This session is being held to ensure that the needs of the commissioners
in the southern districts are met, but all are welcome.
The theme for this year’s College of Commissioner Science is that “Every
leader deserves a well-trained Commissioner”. This theme is an echo of the
idea that “Every boy deserves a well-trained leader”. I believe that this theme
reflects our commitment to serve units and unit leaders and to help them be as
effective as possible. To those in scouting, the symbol of the commissioner
badge represents someone who has accepted the role of one who serves
others.
This version of the College of Commissioner Science will be a great day of
learning and fellowship with other scouters. There is also the opportunity to
earn the recognition of a Bachelor’s degree in Commissioner Science. The
College will also include the Basic Unit Commissioner Training course, the specialized course for “New
Unit” Unit Commissioners, and the basic course for District and Assistant District Commissioners.
This year we are addressing more of the needs of the Round Table Commissioners. We are adding the Round
Table Commissioner Basic training to the Baylor program. We are also adding the new Bachelors of Round
Table Science courses to the TUC program.
We are compressing the instruction into seven 50 minute classes. This schedule will require us to work
hard to get through all of the material in these courses. This schedule also allows you the opportunity to
complete the Bachelor’s degree in commissioner science in a single day of instruction. The Master’ s and
Doctorate programs will be available at the College of Commissioner Science on August 1st on the TCU
campus.
In this catalogue you will find information on the courses offered and the various degree requirements.
We have provided an online registration site using survey monkey at
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LNKKRCS .
You should pre-register for this event if at all possible. It will help us to plan more effectively so we can be
more ready to serve those who attend. The fees will cover lunch, teaching supplies and the wonderful
facilities at Baylor. You can also order a name tag, which this year will have the magnetic backing.
We appreciate all of those who serve and are helping to put on this event. We hope that this College
will help you better serve your units. To quote the entrance sign on my alma mater: “Enter to learn, go
forth to serve.”
Thank you and we will see you on College Day!
Warmest Regards,
Earl Parsons, Ph.D.
CCS Dean
817-800-9478
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College Day Schedule—Saturday, May 2, 2015
Schedule for College Day
8:00 AM—8:30 AM
Check-In
Cashion Building
8:30 AM—8:50 AM
Opening Ceremonies
Cashion Building C500
8:50 AM—12:10 PM
Four 50-minute Sessions
Cashion Building Classrooms
12:10 PM—1:10 PM
Lunch (Provided)
Cashion Building C500
1:10 PM—3:40 PM
Three 50-minute Sessions
Cashion Building Classrooms
3:40 PM—4:00 PM
Closing Ceremonies & Graduation
Cashion Building C500
1
2
3
4
Lunch
8:50 AM 9:40 AM 10:30 AM 11:20 AM 12:10 PM
9:40 AM 10:30 AM 11:20 AM 12:10 PM 1:10 PM
5
1:10 PM
2:00 PM
7
2:50 PM
3:40 PM
Closing
3:40 PM
4:00 PM
Round Table Commissioner Basic CBT004
C403
UC Basic Training CBT001
C406
C407
C408
BCS 102
BCS 110
BCS 130
BCS 103
BCS 111
BCS 121
DC & ADC Basic CBT002
BCS 104
BCS 114
BCS 124
LUNCH
Bachelors Courses
BCS 105
LUNCH
BCS 115
LUNCH
BCS 127
LUNCH
Room C500
C405
New Unit UC Basic Training
CBT003
BCS 106
BCS 116
BCS 128
Course Offerings Schedule (subject to change)
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2:00 PM
2:50 PM
Commissioner Basic Training
Room C500
Cashion Building
Registration Opening
8:00 AM
8:30 AM Location*
8:30 AM
8:50 AM
BCS118
BCS 117
CED 710
CED713
BCS119
CED 711
Continuing Education for Commissioners
Commissioner Degree/Certificate Requirements and Curriculum
Bachelor of Commissioner Science Degree (BCS)
Prerequisites
• Current registration as a commissioner, including those recently recruited
• Completion of commissioner basic training
Course Requirements
• Completion of seven courses of instruction, at least five at the bachelor's program level
Performance Requirement
• Approval of district commissioner
Certificate of Continuing Education Studies
This certificate may be earned as often as participant desires (whether or not they have completed a degree
program).
Prerequisites
• Current registration, in any capacity, with the BSA
Course Requirements
• Completion of any College of Commissioner Science course as listed in the current catalog
Performance Requirement
• Not applicable
Commissioner Basic Training Classes
CBT001
Unit Commissioner Basic Training
Basic Training for a Unit Serving Commissioner. Available as a 2 hour block
CBT002
District and Assistant District Commissioner Basic Training
Basic Training for District and Assistant District Commissioners. Available as a 2 hour block.
CBT003
New Unit-Unit Commissioner Basic Training
Basic Training for Commissioners that have committed to serve as a New Unit Commissioner during the first three
years of a new unit's tenure. Available as a 2 hour block.
CBT004
Round Table Commissioner Basic Training
Basic Training for Round Table Commissioners. Available as a 3 hour block.
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Continuing Education for Commissioners
College of Commissioner Science Curriculum
Bachelor’s Program Courses
BCS102
Unit Charter Renewal
Commissioners are responsible for on-time charter renewal so it's essential that they understand the charter
concept in the Boy Scouts of America and are fully familiar with the steps in the charter renewal process.
BCS103
The Commissioner and the District
Scouting is a uniquely volunteer movement whose success is due to the special relationship of those volunteers and the
professional staff who assist the Council, District and Unit operations.
BCS104 Unit
Visitation
Commissioner's primary role as a friend to the unit is to help the unit succeed. At the core of unit service and the most
basic task is the unit visit. This is where the unit can experience the caring and support that the commissioner offers.
BCS105
Practical Solutions to Common Unit Needs
A Commissioner's primary purpose is to help units succeed, develop a better program, and operate effectively.
Frequently Commissioners are called upon to assist units with concerns that could hinder the unit's success.
BCS106
A Commissioner's Priorities
Suggests the priorities for a unit commissioner's Scouting time and energy, and reviews steps in handling unit
problems.
BCS110
Commissioner Style
Presents important qualities for commissioner diplomacy, a concept of "exceptional service", thoughts about "roots and
wings", service recovery, and explains how to remove a volunteer.
BCS111
Health and Safety Training
This session is the actual Health and Safety Training Course Syllabus of the Boy Scouts of America.
BCS114
Good Volunteer-Professional Relationships
This special partnership is the core of Scouting success at a council/district level. Learn the qualities and tips that make
this relationship work well.
BCS115
Commissioners and Diversity
BSA's leadership and membership reflects the demographic character of our nation. Commissioners can use
diversity to make Scouting stronger and more effective.
BCS116
Using the Unit Self-Assessment Tools
This course focuses on how to conduct an action planning meeting with a unit using the self-assessment tools and
the guidelines for the action planning process.
BCS117
Selecting Quality Leaders
A discussion of an effective process of finding the right person to fill your unit's leadership needs.
Note: Not all courses are offered each year. Please check the Course Offerings Schedule on page 5 for current courses.
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BCS118
Serving Scouts with Special Needs (disabilities)
Virtually every unit will experience a youth who has special needs. This course will provide Commissioners
with knowledge to share with unit leaders so they can provide a program which provides these youth with the
Scouting opportunities to succeed.
BCS119
Webelos to Scout Transition
Proven methods to facilitate the transition from Tiger Cub to Venturing.
BCS121
Introduction to Venturing Commissioner Science
History, Aims and Methods, Four Specific Goals and Six areas of emphasis of the Venturing Program.
BCS124
Venturing Crew Visitation
A different slant to visitations for a Venturing unit.
BCS127
Personal Safety Awareness for Venturing
Because of the nature of Venturing units, different Youth Protection Guidelines are implemented for Personal
Safety Awareness.
BCS128
Venturing Monthly Program Forum
Who is responsible for the Venturing Forum (roundtable)? Will cover effective plans and methods to
implement Venturing Forums.
BCS130
Commissioner and Advancement
This course describes why and what a Commissioner should know about advancement.
Continuing Education Courses
CED 710
Scouting in the LDS Church
The LDS Church is one of the largest chartering partners of the BSA. In this session learn more about the
implementation of the Scouting program within the LDS Church by understanding the associated organization,
differences, challenges, and resources. Course material was developed and approved by the LDS Church.
CED 711
International Scouting for Commissioners
This course is intended to give the commissioner staff an overview of the International Scouting programs available so
they can take that information to your units.
CED 713
Working with Scouts with Special Needs – Advancement
Participants of this course will become familiar with the “Rules of Engagement” for advancement in each of the
Scouting program areas to help them to respond to the needs of these special youth.
Curriculum Resources-Students may find these manuals helpful for use in class.
Note: Manuals will not be available for purchase on College Day, please contact your local Scout Shop for more details.
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Continuing Education for Commissioners
How to get to Baylor University:
If you are coming from the DFW area (south bound I-35) exit at 335A for University Parks Drive
(4 lane road with left turn lanes, turn left), or 335B for 4th and 5th Streets. You will cross 4th Street
(one way right) and turn left on 5th Street (one way left) to get on to Baylor’s campus.
From Temple-Belton-Killeen area (north bound I-35) take 335A for 4th and 5th Streets (turn right
on 5th Street) or 335B for University Drive (also, turn right).
Classes will be held in the Cashion Academic Center. Parking is availabale at:
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Lot #36 - West side between Sid Richardson building and Speight Avenue
Lot #35 - Back of Morrison Hall - (east of the Cashion Academic Center)
Speight Plaza Office and Parking Facility (west of the Cashion Academic Center,
entrance and exit on the 4th Street side)
Parking should be open and free on Saturday except for spaces that are marked as reserved.
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Continuing Education for Commissioners
College Day - Saturday, May 2, 2015
Baylor University
Snail-Mail REGISTRATION
FORM (for lovers of old-fashion technology)
Printed Name
Council
Address
District
City
Zip
Register Online At
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LNKKRCS
TUITION FEE PER STUDENT ~ Postmarked On or
Student Price
$20.00
Staff / Instructor Price
$10.00
Tuition Fees Include All Course Materials, Beverages, Boxed Lunch, Certificate and Patch
Name Tags are an additional $5.00
__ Yes
__ No (These will be the magnet backed version)
I Plan to Complete (Check all that apply)
☐ Unit Commissioner Basic Training
☐ Roundtable Commissioner Basic Training
☐ District & Asst. District Commissioner
☐ New Unit – Unit Commissioner
☐ Bachelor of Commissioner Science
☐ Continuing Education
☐ Other
~ COURSE PREFERENCES ~
Please list your course preferences as found in the current college catalog using the course code.
(Note: You may make course changes through the Registrar on College Day)
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8:50 AM
12:10 PM
9:40 AM
1:10 PM
10:30 AM
2:00 PM
11:20 AM
2:50 PM
Lunch