Scout Standard

No.	Item	Description
1.	Raise and Lower Flag	· Taken in group of 4. · Every member of the group must be able to execute the proper folding of a flag. · In the group, set up a 3-2-1 flag staff in 10 min time. · Every member of the group must execute the raising and lowering of flag. · The group must be able to describe the proceedings of scout opening and closing ceremony.
2.	Pack a First Aid Kit	· Provide sufficient consideration that it is a personal first aid box. · Be prepared to explain the rationale, uses and dosages of the items packed. · Make sure that the first aid kit is adequately equipped.
3.	LPG Stove Operation	· Taken in pairs. · Be able to assemble and dismantle the set-up for the group LPG stoves and tanks, using the correct procedures. · Individually, light the stove and demonstrate a clear understanding of the purpose of the inner and outer ring and also the control of the strength of the flame. · Have used the LPG stove in cooking at least 2 times.
4.	Tentage (I)	Hiker's Tent · Done in pairs. · Pitch and strike a 2 men hiker’s tent in 5 minutes respectively. · Able to fold and pack the tent properly. Dome Tent · Done in pairs. · Pitch and strike a 4 men dome tent in 5 minutes respectively. · Able to fold and pack the tent properly.
5.	Ropework (I)	· Execute vertical and commando climb.
6.	Camping (I)	· Have successfully camped outdoor under tentage for a period of 3 days 2 night. · Show proficiency theoretically in choosing of campsites. · During camp, practice camp hygiene, patrol layout and camping standard to the satisfaction of the camp organisers. · Camp organiser will sign this part.
7.	Know Your District	· Done in group of 3. · Survey and map out the area within 1 km radii of the school. · Candidates are to submit an individual set of personal observations and experience together with map (fully coloured, with map scale, legend and compass direction), in 2 week’s time after the survey. Submissions with proper binding, labelling, covers and neatness will be given extra consideration. · Candidates must be able to answer questions on the survey area e.g. bus routes, types and location of shops, shortest way to get to a particular place, to the satisfaction of the tester.
8.	Service Involvement (I)	· Have participated in at least 1 service to the school/district/area/HQ in the name of the group. · Have participated in at least 1 community service project organised by the goup.
9.	Social Involvement (I)	· Attended at least 6 campfires (group exclusive) over a 1 year period. · Attendance is judged by the presence and the enthusiasm shown at a campfire. The troop special project coordinator is to advise the tester in this area.
10.	Map and Compass	· Show an understanding of the purpose and usage of the grid reference, scale, legends, symbols and colours on the map, to the satisfaction of the tester. · Be able to set a map. Understand the usage of pacing in finding objectives. · Understand the working of direct, back and cross bearing. · Able to complete an exercise demonstrating proficiency in using bearing and pacing to find objectives.
11.	First Aid (I)	· Tenderfoot syllabus with the inclusion of : - Poisoning - Simple bandages and slings.
12.	Knots (I)	· Tenderfoot syllabus with the inclusion of : - Marlinspike knot - Figure-of-Eight knot - Constrictor knot - Double Sheet Bend - Double bowline - Fireman’s chair - Fisherman’s knot - Highwayman hitch - Rolling hitch - Alpine butterfly - Simple noose - Figure-of-eight noose - Timber hitch - Diagonal lashing - Shear lashing - Sailmaker’s whipping
13.	Physical (I)	· Attain at least a pass in the NAPFA.

Advanced Scout Standard

No.	Item	Description
1.	Swimming	· Able to complete a distance of 100 metres (lengthwise), using any of the approved strokes. · Be able to tread water for at least 3 minutes.
2.	Pioneering (I)	· Taken in group of 6. · Construct a gateway or a minor pioneering project, pre-approved by the tester. · Able to explain and demonstrate the various types of anchorage system.
3.	Outdoor Cooking (I)	· Taken in pairs. · Complete a personal set of natural utensils (fork, spoon, chopstick, knife, cup) for assessment by the examiner. Can be done at home. · Be able to start a fire with only 6 matches. · Using the natural utensils and man-made containers, cook and consume a meal of noodles with ingredients and brew a beverage.
4.	Tentage (II)	· Taken in group of 6. · Set up a kitchen tent in 20 minutes, to the satisfaction of the tester. · Able to fold the tent properly.
5.	Signaling (I)	· Demonstrate proficiency in the following, to the satisfaction of the tester: a. Semaphore b. Ground to Air
6.	Exploration (I)	· Done in group of 3. · Go on a day hike (30km) and prepare an exploration report with photos, maps and write-ups on each checkpoint. The write-up should include time of arrival and departure, bearing to and from, general weather, team morale, MRN, description of route and checkpoint, social lifestyle, economic activity, environmental outlook, personal information and general information on items brought. Neatness and extensiveness of diligence will be given special consideration. · Or candidates may choose to organise their own exploration and use that to complete the report instead. · Or go as a companion for CCA or PSA and complete the exploration report using the day portion of the hike. · Candidates are to submit an individual exploration report in 3 weeks time.
7.	Service Involvement (II)	a. Have participated in at least 1 service to the school/district/area/HQ in the name of the group. b. Have participated in at least 1 community service project organised by the group. · There must be a total of at least 3 service session from the above 2 sections. · If insufficient service in a year occurs, you may approach the GC to do a project for the group.
8.	Social Involvement (II)	· Attended at least 6 campfires (group exclusive) over a 1 year period. · Attendance is judged by the presence and the enthusiasm shown at a campfire. The troop special project coordinator is to advise the tester in this area.
9.	First Aid (II)	· Scout Standard syllabus with the inclusion of : - Fractures and splints. - Various rescue techniques e.g. CPR, Silvester and Hoger Nielson.
10.	Footdrill (I)	· attended an approved footdrill course. · Or be tested by an examiner on the following : - Numbering off in contingent. - Moving numbered steps in 4 directions. - 45° turn. - Open and close order. - Breaking off. - Dismissal. - Eyes right and Eyes front. - Salute to the right and to the front - Moving off during quick mark time. - Wheeling. - Changing direction on the move.
11.	Knots (II)	· Scout Standard syllabus with the inclusion of : - Tripod lashing - Shear leg lashing - Snake lashing - Triple bowline - Carricks Bend - Fisherman bend - Manharness knot - True Lovers knot - Scaffold hitch - Turks head - Hunter’s Bend - Fireman’s knot - Midshipman hitch - Ocean plait - Back splice
12.	Parang, Axe, Knife and Saw	· Be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of the use, safety and maintenance of all these equipments. · Be able to chop a wooden peg. · Or is a holder of the QM proficiency badge.
13.	Physical (II)	· Attain at least a Bronze in the NAPFA. · Must be a separate year from the one in SS.
14.	Cloud formation	· Show a clear understanding of the various cloud formations and characteristics.
15.	Camping (II)	· Have successfully camped outdoor under tentage for a period of 6 day 5 night. · In group of 6, construct a set of table and benches and 2 other pre-approved camp gadgets. Can be taken in camp.
16.	Ropework (II)	· Execute Scout Standard Syllabus and also direction change and deadman crawl.

1^st Class Scout

No.	Item	Description
1.	Pioneering (II)	· Taken in group of 8. · *Construct a major pioneering project i.e. High Tower, Flying Fox or Bridge, pre-approved by the tester.* · Successful candidate who completed all the pioneering and knots modules will be awarded the pioneer proficiency badge.
2.	Tentage (III)	· Taken in group of 6. · Set up a 20-men tent in 40 minutes, to the satisfaction of the tester. · Able to fold the tent properly.
3.	Outdoor Cooking (II)	· Taken in pairs. · Be able to start a fire with only 3 matches. · Plan a balanced diet for 2 inclusive of meat, vegetables, rice, soup, desert and miscellaneous. · Sustain the fire and cook as per the planned menu, using all natural equipment. · Cook at least 2 meals in camp for the patrol. · Successful candidate who completed all outdoor cooking modules will be awarded the camp cook proficiency badge.
4.	Camping (III)	· Have successfully camped outdoor under tentage for at least 10 nights. · Pack a survival kit, to the satisfaction of the tester. · Construct a simple trap, pre-approved by the tester. · Successful candidate who have camped outdoor under tentage for at least 15 nights and also completed all camping and tentage modules will be awarded the camper proficiency badge.
5.	Signaling (II)	· Demonstrate proficiency in the following, to the satisfaction of the tester: a. Morse code
6.	Exploration (II)	· Done in group of 4. · Go on a overnight exploration which comprises of at least 30km for day hike and 15km for night hike. Prepare a exploration report with photos, maps and write-ups on each checkpoint. The write-up should be full. Neatness and extensiveness of diligence will be given special consideration. · Or candidates may choose to organise their own exploration and use that to complete the report instead. · Or go as a candidate for CCA and use the CCA exploration report. · Or be a companion for PSA and complete the exploration report using the day and night portion of the hike. · Candidates are to submit an individual exploration report in 3 weeks time. · Successful candidates who completed all exploration, map and compass and know your district modules will be awarded the explorer proficiency badge.
7.	Service Involvement (III)	a. Have participated in at least 1 service to the school/district/area/HQ in the name of the group. b. Have participated in at least 1 community service project organised by the goup. · There must be a total of at least 3 service session from the above 2 sections. · If insufficient service in a year occurs, you may approach the GC to do a project for the group.
8.	Social Involvement (III)	· Attended at least 8 campfires (group exclusive) over a 1 year period. · Attendance is judged by the presence and the enthusiasm shown at a campfire. The troop special project coordinator is to advise the tester in this area.
9.	Emergencies	· Explain your course of action during 3 situations like fire, road accidents, trapped lift; to the satisfaction of the tester. Situation will be prepared by tester.
10.	First Aid (III)	· Demonstrate a clear understanding of the syllabus covered by the First Aid Manual. · Or attended the Basic First Aid Course. · Successful candidate who completed the Basic First Aid Course will be awarded the Ambulance proficiency badge.
11.	Footdrill (II)	· Participated in a parade at either school/ district/ area/ national level. · Successful candidates who completed a national level parade will be awarded the national level parade badge. · Or show a clear understanding of formation drill and able to teach mobile and static drills, to the satisfaction of the examiner.
12.	Knots	· Advanced Scout Standard syllabus with the inclusion of : - Japanese lashing - Monkey fist - Jar sling - Hangman noose - Running bowline - Water bowline - Spanish bowline - Portuguese bowline - Stunsail halyard bend - Jury Knot - Eye splice
13.	Proficiency Badges	· Attain any 2 proficiency badges with at least one of them from the following : - Camper, Explorer, Pioneer, Camp Cook or QM.
14.	Physical (III)	· Attain at least a Silver in the NAPFA. · It must be from a separate year as the ASS.
15.	Leadership training	· Attend a leadership training camp approved by the GC.

Chief Commissioner Award

No.	Item	Description
1.	Civics	· Attain the proficiency badge of either: - Civics, Anti-Drug Abuse, Crime Prevention, Healthy Living, Civil Defence, Total Defence (Silver)
2.	Community Service	· Render service to a Home (Orphans, old folks or handicapped) for at least 4 separate occassion lasting at least 2 hrs each. · Or perform at least 8 hours of service to a Cadet Scout Unit.
3.	Organisational skills	· Plan and execute a troop activity or organise a joint troop/ batch activity with either a scout unit or a guide unit.
4.	Exploration (III)	· Pass the CCA Exploration Test conducted by HQ (require 4 companions).
5.	Rescue	· Holder of the ambulance proficiency badge, who has passed his knotting modules, is exempted from this section.
6.	Fitness	· Scouts who passed physical (III) is exempted from this section. · Or achieve either one as follows : swimming 500m, canoeing 3.5 km in 1 hr, school player, practice martial arts for at least 1 yr.
7.	Appointment of responsibility	· Must hold the appointment of a SPL, PL, APL, TQM or TS for at least 6 months.
8.	Skill	· Holder of the following proficiency badges are exempted from this section : Camper, Explorer, Pioneer, Camp Cook, Rock-climber, Abseilor, Canoeist and Footdrill.
9.	Interview	· Attend the CCA Interview conducted by HQ.

External Enrichment

1.	Canoeing (I)	· Attended the Canoeing Orientation Programme coordinated by the group.
2.	Canoeing (II)	· Attended the Novice Canoeing Course coordinated by the group.
3.	Canoeing (III)	· Attended the Intermediate Canoeing Course coordinated by the group. · Successful candidate who completed this module will be awarded the canoeist proficiency badge.
4.	Rockclimbing (I)	· Demonstrate a clear understanding of the theories, equipment, safety behind rockclimbing. · Demonstrate proper method of belaying. · Undergo a hands-on session in school.
5.	Rockclimbing (II)	· Level 1 certification from Singapore Mountaineering Federation. · Successful candidate who completed this module will be awarded the rock-climber proficiency badge.