(originally called Master Comrade). A class originated by the General Conference Youth Department in 1928.
The Master Guide Course has been structured as a natural flow on from the Guide course, and its content is such as would have appeal and interest to a 16- to 19-year-old. It was felt that the Pathfinder organization would be failing if it does not promote a course that encouraged young people beyond the Pathfinder age to continue with the club and become aware of the value of leadership skills.
Because of its closely connected work with Pathfinders, this class is seen as a transition between Pathfinder ministry and senior youth ministry. It is expected that those in the Master Guide program be active in church activities relating to Pathfinder-age children.
As senior youth they find nurture and growth with other senior youth, but work with Pathfinders. This course is viewed as the first award in youth leadership and not the ultimate award, as the previous program bearing the name would indicate.
Its objective is to create an awareness of leadership and provide an enjoyment in discovering one’s own leadership potential.
A conference seminar is provided for Master Guide participants. The content of the seminar is based on their duties and responsibilities as a Pathfinder staff member, counselor, or junior counselor. Many requirements can be met during the time that the participant is engaged in the Pathfinder program or in Master Guide Club activities.