Get Merit Badge Counselor Application Fillable Form

Filling out the Merit Badge Counselor Application Fillable Form online is an essential step for those interested in becoming a merit badge counselor with the Boy Scouts of America. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure users can complete the form easily and accurately.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your application.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. In the 'Name' field, enter your full name as it appears on your identification document. Below this, fill in your 'Birth Date' using the format MM/DD/YYYY.
3. Provide your email address in the designated field to ensure that you can be contacted regarding your application.
4. Fill in your complete address, including street, city, state, and zip code, to ensure accurate processing of your application.
5. Input your home and business phone numbers, clearly indicating which number should be used by scouts to contact you by circling one of the options.
6. Indicate your gender by circling either 'M' for male or 'F' for female.
7. Review the qualifications required to be a merit badge counselor and ensure you meet them, including being at least 18 years old and proficient in the selected merit badge subjects.
8. In the 'Merit Badge Subjects' section, list up to six merit badge subjects you wish to counsel from the provided list, along with brief information about your qualifications for each.
9. Answer the questions regarding your professional qualifications, interests, and any special training pertinent to the merit badge subjects selected.
10. Sign and date the application at the designated area to validate your commitment to the policies outlined.
11. If you have a recommending individual, ensure their information is printed in the 'Recommended by' section along with the date.
12. Complete the 'Approved by' section, if required, and ensure any necessary attachments, such as the BSA Adult Application, are included.
13. Once you have filled out all sections accurately, save changes to the form, and choose the option to download, print, or share the completed application as needed.

Get started on your Merit Badge Counselor Application online today.