Advancement

Boy Scouting provides a series of surmountable obstacles and steps in overcoming them through the advancement method. The Boy Scout plans his advancement and progresses at his own pace as he meets each challenge. The Boy Scout is rewarded for each achievement, which helps him gain self-confidence. The steps in the advancement system help a Boy Scout grow in self-reliance and in the ability to help others.

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Tenderfoot Requirements

Tenderfoot rank requirements

This series of videos demonstrates each of the requirements for earning the Tenderfoot rank.

First aid
Fitness
Help pitch a tent
Overnight camping gear
Help cook a meal
Poisonous plants
Whip a rope
Scoutmaster conference
Knots
Buddy system
Safe hiking
Fitness improvements
American flag
Heimlich maneuver
Scout Oath, Law, motto, and slogan
Scout spirit
Patrol name, flag, and yell
Board of review

Second Class Requirements

Second Class Scout rank requirements

This series of videos demonstrates each of the requirements for earning the Second Class Scout rank.

First-aid techniques
Compass
Five-mile hike
Drug abuse program
Five activities
Hurry cases
Pitch a tent
Swim test
Knife, saw, and ax
Scoutmaster conference
Prepare a fire
Ten animals
Fires and stoves
First-aid kit
Light a fire and stove
Safe swim
Cook a meal
Water rescue methods
Flag ceremony
Scout spirit

First Class Requirements

First Class Scout rank requirements

This series of videos demonstrates each of the requirements for earning the First Class Scout rank.

Bandages
Scoutmaster conference
Orienteering course
BSA swimmer test
Troop/patrol activities
Camp gadget
Patrol menu planning
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Obtaining ingredients
Scout spirit
Cooking gear
Find directions
Safe handling and disposal
Bowline knot
Patrol cooking
Transporting the injured
Constitutional rights
Safety afloat
Native plants
Line rescue