Last year, Scouting America replaced Youth Protection training (YPT) with the new full Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) course. After completing the full training, Scouting America requires a short annual refresher to reinforce learning and keep youth protection knowledge current.
Details on the Safeguarding Youth Training Refresher
The new Safeguarding Youth Refresher Training has recently been launched to help you renew this annual required training.
If you have completed the full Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) course and it is currently active or has expired within the last 7 days, you are eligible to take the Refresher Training.
If your full SYT training has been expired for 7 days or more, you will need to complete the full Safeguarding Youth Course again before receiving credit.
Participants taking the Refresher Training must successfully pass the exam on the first attempt to receive credit for the Y01 training code. If the exam is not passed, the system will automatically route you to the full Safeguarding Youth Course to ensure a complete review of the material. Once the refresher exam is failed, the refresher course cannot be relaunched, and the full course must be completed.
The Safeguarding Youth Refresher Training will be available in English and Spanish in the Volunteer Learn Center under the following course titles:
- Safeguarding Youth Refresher
- Curso de actualización SYT
Thank you for your continued commitment to safeguarding youth and helping ensure a safe environment for all.
Safeguarding Youth Training is mandatory. Scouting America and Montana Council’s proactive commitment to youth safety underscores its dedication to creating a secure, supportive, and enriching environment where young people can learn, grow, and thrive. The introduction of enhanced SYT reflects a continuous effort to strengthen protective measures and ensure that well-being remains the top priority.
If you have not yet taken SYT, please do so. For more information, visit the Youth Protections page at Scouting America.
