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	A '''Scoutmaster''' is the primary adult leader of a ] Troop. The Scoutmaster is responsible for guiding the Scouts in running their Troop. By advising the ] (most notably the ]) of the Troop, the Scoutmaster seeks to provide them with opportunities for personal growth through leadership and activity.
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	There are many training programs for Scoutmasters, with the ] being considered the top level.
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	Corresponding to the role of Scoutmaster is the position of ] in ], ] in ], Crew ] in ], and ] in ]. Scoutmaster is a gender non-specific term, being used for both ladies and gentlemen, though early in Scouting history, ''Scoutmistress'' was also commonly used. Some Scout Associations use different terms for these positions.
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	==South Africa==
	South Africa decided in the early 90s to change the name of a Scoutmaster to Scouter. The reason for this change was due to the apparent negative connotations that the word '''Master''' has to certain ethnic groups in South Africa that were affected by slavery.

	Therefore in South Africa, the names of the various roles are changed. ] in ] Troops (This includes ] and ]) and ] in ]. The leader of a Rover Crew is called the ]. South Africa does not have ], or Venture Scouts.

	In other countries, ''Scouter'' refers to any adult leader, professional Scout employee, or any Scout alumnus.

	==See also==
	* ], the highest Scouting instructor rank in Poland

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