 The Boy Scouts of America operates a National Camping School program , which trains people how to run various departments or areas at the Boy Scout summer camps . Some online training is offered , but most areas require an in @-@ person week @-@ long training program at one of the National Camping Schools . After successfully completing a week @-@ long program , a person is entitled to wear the National Camp School patch . The regular size patch may be worn on the right breast shirt pocket , in the temporary patch spot . National Camping School certification is valid for five years . 
