National Camping School Training
The primary aim of the National Camping School (NCS) is to furnish adults with comprehensive learning opportunities and practical training pertinent to the management of council camps and events. These proficient individuals will subsequently impart their knowledge by training and overseeing other personnel involved in your council’s camping initiatives.
NCS provides training for various roles including Short-Term Camp Administrators, Day Camp Administrators, Long-term (Resident) Camp Directors, Long-term (Resident) Program Directors, Aquatics Directors, Climbing Directors, Project COPE Directors, COPE and Climbing Program Trainers, Ecology Directors, Outdoor Skills Directors, Trek Directors, and Shooting Sports Directors.
Please note that not all sections may be available at every school. Refer to the course listing below for details regarding sections offered, dates, times, and locations.
NCAP – Short Term Camp Administrator
NCS – Cub Scout Day Camp
NCS - Resident (Long-Term) Camping School
Location: TBA
Camp Director (Full Course)
Program Director (Full Course)
Aquatics Director (Full Course)
Aquatics Director (Recertification Only)
COPE Director (Full Course)
COPE Director (Recertification Only)
Climbing Director (Full Course)
Climbing Director (Recertification Only)
Ecology/Conservation (Full Course)
Outdoor Skills (Full Course)
Shooting Sports Director (Full Course)
Shooting Sports Director (Recertification Only)
NRA Track (Full Course)
NCS – Shooting Sports Training Weekend
This shooting sports training is a full weekend multi-faceted course hosted by the National Camp School. NRA Basic and Instructor training can also be completed as independent approved standalone courses.
Date: More Dates Coming Soon!
Location: TBA