The Boy Scouts of America recently announced requirement changes for the ranks of Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class.
Click on the link below to learn about Merit Badges. Make sure to view The Merit Badge Primer video (under Resources), it lets you know what to do to get started earning Merit Badges. It also has tips on how to work on any Merit Badge, as well as the official requirements. It's a great reference for Scouts, parents and Merit Badge Counselors alike.