Sea Scout Advancement and Recognition

Advancement and recognition is an important part of the Sea Scout experience.  These experiences help Sea Scouts to set realistic goals to achieve rank, accomplish projects, and gain knowledge and understanding of the world around them.

Advancement Requirements & Downloads

Download and view these helpful files.

• Current Sea Scout Advancement Requirements.
• QM Fact Sheet (BSA Official - 420-012).
• QM Leadership Service Project Workbook (BSA Official) fill-out and print the package from your computer.
• QM Rank Application - Fillable (BSA Official - 420-015) fill-out and print the package from your computer.
• Sea Scout Personal Advancement Record (SPAR) advancement tracking record.

Leadership Recognition

• Venturing & Sea Scout Leadership Awards (BSA Official) - The Venturing and Sea Scout Leadership Award is presented by councils, areas, regions, and the BSA National Council to Venturers and Sea Scouts who have made exceptional contributions to Venturing and Sea Scouts and who exemplify the Venturing Code, Venturing Oath, and Sea Promise.  

Partner Opportunities

• US Coast Guard Auxillary - The National Commodore of the Coast Guard Auxiliary would like to recognize all new Eagles and Quartermasters by providing them with a congratulatory letter upon completion of their requirements.  Visit the USCGA here for more information.
• United States Power Squadron - The United States Power Squadron offers outstanding boating safety courses to Sea Scouts and leaders, many of which include nationally and marine organization recognized certificates of completion.  Download the USPS - Sea Scout Advancement Matrix that demonstrates how these courses may help Sea Scouts to meet specific advancement objectives.