The New Level 1 Course

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The new L1 is head and shoulders better than the old "death by video" version - when its done correctly.

I cannot tell you how many times I have had to correct people on this nonsense about it being "done online".

Only the prep work is done independently - the summary conversation is not optional, and should take 2-3 hours if you use the guide properly. Having the new members take personal responsibility for the prep work means they come into the L1 with real questions about things that pertain to them, personally.

It also gives the unit CC (or designate), the opportunity to discuss unit/group/wing procedures, activity schedules, and resources, etc., you also get to see if the member looks to be a fit for the unit, and "gets" CAP.

The L1 is the place where the CC should set the tone and light the fire for new members.  If a CC treats it like a nuisance, he has only himself to blame for member issues.