S.A.F.E. Guarding Youth Training

Scouting safely is our top priority and Chief Seattle Council and Scouting America are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all. To further our commitment to safety, Scouting America has launched the new Safeguarding Youth Training replacing Youth Protection Training and should be used when renewing your training or when applying for initial training as a Scouting Adult (18 and older).

This training is mandatory for all registered adult volunteers and has been developed with insights from leading experts in child safety, law enforcement, and child psychology. This updated training reinforces a culture of active supervision, situational awareness, and safety, ensuring we are all equipped to help keep our Scouts safe.

Course Details:

  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Available in English and Spanish
  • Requirements: Complete all lessons, and score 80% or higher on the final test.
  • If you have already completed the S.A.F.E. training you may renew using the new 20-minute Safeguarding Youth (SYT) Refresher course
  • If your SYT is expired for 7 days or more, you must take the full 90 minute course again
S.A.F.E.
After completing the full course once, a 15-minute refresher and retest is required each year to stay current. If you’ve already completed Youth Protection Training (YPT), your certification remains valid ONLY UNTIL MAY 31, 2026.