we had a scout earn this, first one in the troop and he said it was hard but fun. Talked to his parent and was told he was all smiles. Isn't that what it's all about? I think sometimes we get stuck on this scout has too many merit badges, this one is using it for day care. But when you get all smiles even though it's hard...it's great. Who's to say wether he'll be a welder or not but he'll have a respect for the work they do.