Advancement Resources

Scouting America 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 Scouts BSA is rewarded for each achievement, which helps them gain self-confidence. The steps in the advancement system help a Scout BSA grow in self-reliance and in the ability to help others.

Advancement and Awards

Scouts BSA offers a sequence of achievable challenges, with each step designed to help Scouts overcome them through the advancement process. Scouts take charge of their own progression, planning their path and advancing at their own pace as they meet each challenge. They are recognized for each accomplishment, which fosters self-confidence. The advancement system encourages personal growth, promoting self-reliance and the ability to assist others.

Internet Advancement 2.0 Reporting

The Potawatomi Area Council is excited to announce that units can now use Internet Advancement to record their youth member advancements from any online location. You will find this method to be easy, convenient and accurate because you enter the information.

Advancement by Program

Cub Scouts

Scouts BSA

Exploring

Venturing

Sea Scouts