Army Cadet Summer Training

Outline What is Army Cadet Summer Training? What courses are available? Who can attend? Where is summer training conducted? Who conducts & supervises the courses? How do cadets get to and from the centres? How do cadets apply? Version 2005

Aim of summer training To support and/or enhance cadet corps training by providing corps with cadet leaders. Version 2005

Categories of Training 1. Familiarization Cadet Leader Cadet Leader Instructor 4. Advanced Training 2 & 3 week courses designed to introduce cadets to summer training. 6 week courses designed to teach the knowledge & skills required of a section commander - 6 week courses designed to teach the knowledge and skills required of an instructor - various courses designed to advance senior cadets’ leadership skills Version 2005

Familiarization Courses Descriptions Basic Cadet 2 Weeks Vernon Focuses on skills necessary to live and work in a group. Includes a field exercise, green star subjects, physical fitness & recreational activities. Basic Marksman 3 Weeks Vernon Encompasses all the aspects of the Basic Course with additional training on basic marksmanship skills. Basic Band 3 Weeks Vernon Encompasses all the aspects of the Basic Course with additional training on military band and music skills. Basic Pipes & Drums 3 Weeks Vernon Encompasses all the aspects of the Basic Course with additional training on bagpipes or drums. Version 2005

Familiarization Courses Who can attend? must have enrolled prior to 1 Jan cannot be older than 14 yrs must be physically fit and in good health completed the Green Star course must be recommended by the corps’ Commanding Officer Version 2005

Familiarization Courses Course Dates Basic Cadet (2 Weeks) ___ July - ___ July ___ July - ___ Aug ___ Aug - ___ Aug Basic Cadet Mksm, Band, P&D (3 Weeks) ___ July - ___ July ___ July - ___ Aug Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to travel up to 2 days prior and after course dates. Version 2005

Cadet Leader Courses Descriptions Cadet Leader (Vernon & Whitehorse) Focuses on developing leadership skills. Includes a 1 week field exercise, physical fitness, confidence course, first aid & recreational activities. Cadet Leader Marksman (Connaught) Includes the core subjects of the Cadet Leader Course with a strong emphasis on shooting. Cadets will spend a considerable amount of time on a shooting range. Cadet Leader Band (Vernon) Includes the core subjects of the Cadet Leader Course with a strong emphasis on military band skills. Cadets will spend the majority of their time performing in a military band. C.L. Pipes & Drums (Vernon) Includes the core subjects of the Cadet Leader Course with a strong emphasis on military band skills. Cadets will spend the majority of their time performing in a pipes & drums band. All Cadet Leader Courses are 6 weeks long Version 2005

Cadet Leader Courses Who can attend? completed the Red Star course preference is given to those who have completed a Familiarization Course must by physically fit and in good health must be recommended by the corps’ Commanding Officer Version 2005

Cadet Leader Courses Additional Requirements Cadet Leader Marksman cadets for this course are selected based on their shooting ability preference is given to those who participated in the Canadian Cadet Movement Marksmanship Series Cadet Leader Band display an interest in military band training Cadet Leader Pipes & Drums qualified cadet pipes & drums level II Version 2005

Cadet Leader Courses Course Dates All Cadet Leader Courses in Vernon & Whitehorse ____ July - ____ August Cadet Leader Marksman (Connaught) Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to travel up to 2 days prior and after course dates. Version 2005

Cadet Leader Instructor Course Descriptions Cadet Leader Instructor Drill & Ceremonial emphasis on instructional technique and leadership additional instruction in military drill and ceremonial practices Cadet Leader Instructor Rifle Coach emphasis on instructional technique and leadership additional instruction in marksmanship and coaching Version 2005

Cadet Leader Instructor Course Descriptions Cadet Leader Instructor Physical Education & Recreation Instructor emphasis on instructional technique and leadership additional instruction on physical education and recreation Cadet Leader Instructor Adventure emphasis on instructional technique and leadership additional instruction in field living and adventure training activities Version 2005

Cadet Leader Instructor Course Descriptions Cadet Leader Instructor Marksman emphasis on instructional technique and leadership additional instruction in marksmanship skills Cadets are chosen from the CL Mksm crse Version 2005

Cadet Leader Instructor Course Descriptions Cadet Leader Instructor Band emphasis on instructional technique and leadership additional training in military band subjects Cadet Leader Instructor Pipes & Drums emphasis on instructional technique and leadership additional training in pipes & drums subjects Version 2005

Cadet Leader Instructor Who can attend? must have completed a Cadet Leader Course! completed the Silver Star course must be physically fit and in good health must be recommended by the corps’ Commanding Officer Version 2005

Cadet Leader Instructor Additional Requirements Cadet Leader Instructor Marksman cadets for this course are selected based on their standing in the Cadet Leader Marksman Course Cadet Leader Instructor Band qualified cadet musician level II Cadet Leader Instructor Pipes & Drums qualified cadet pipes & drums level III Version 2005

Cadet Leader Instructor Course Dates All Cadet Leader Instructor Courses in Vernon & Whitehorse ____ July - ____ August Cadet Leader Instructor Marksman (Connaught) Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to travel up to 2 days prior and after course dates. Version 2005

Advanced Training Descriptions Advanced Band 6 Weeks Quebec This course is performance oriented. Cadets will perform extensively. Cadets are given private lessons. Advanced Pipes & Drums 6 Weeks Rocky Mountain This course is performance oriented. Cadets will travel and perform extensively. Successful completion requires competition of Level V Leadership & Challenge 6 Weeks Rocky Mountain Advanced leadership training and adventure training (white water canoeing, glacier, hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking) Parachutist 5 Weeks Connaught Completes the Canadian Forces Parachutist Course Version 2005

Advanced Training Descriptions Cadets are nominated for the following courses based on past performance: National Shooting Team (8 weeks) Bisley England Outward Bound Scotland (6 weeks) Scotland Outward Bound Wales (6 weeks) Wales Maple Leaf Exchange (6 weeks) England Germany Exchange (4 weeks) Germany ACE Exchange (3 weeks) Sweden, Norway & Italy USA Exchange (3 weeks) United States Version 2005

Advanced Training Who can attend? Advanced Band completed Gold Star completed CLI Band qualified music level II Advanced Pipes & Drums completed Silver Star completed CLI Pipes & Drums qualified music level IV Leadership & Challenge passed NSCE completed a CLI Course qualified silver level fitness nominated by the ACO Parachutist passed NSCE completed a CLI Course passed Para PT Test meet CF medical standard nominated by the ACO Version 2005

Advanced Training Who can attend? National Shooting Team passed the National Star Certification Exam completed CLI Marksman qualified bronze level fitness selected by NDHQ from standings on CLI marksman Version 2005

Advanced Training Who can attend? All Exchanges (Scotland, Wales, England, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Italy, USA) passed NSCE completed a CLI Course served a minimum of 4 years with a taken on strength date no later than 31 March complete the specific fitness requirements for each course nominated by the ACO Version 2005

Advanced Training Course Dates Advanced Band ___ Jul - ___ Aug Advanced Pipes & Drums___ Jul - ___ Aug Leadership & Challenge ___ Jul - ___ Aug Parachutist ___ Jul - ___ Aug Version 2005

Where is summer training conducted? Vernon, British Columbia Located in the interior of BC on the north end of the Okanagan valley. The training centre is located in the city of Vernon. Most cadets are housed dormitory style in permanent barracks with all bedding provided. Cadets on the Basic Coursewill be housed in 6 man tents (CF Modular) with electricity. Additional facilities include: games room, canteen, internet cafe, cadet bank, church, medical inspection room. Version 2005

Where is summer training conducted? Whitehorse, Yukon Located at Boyle Barracks which is 20 km south of Whitehorse. Most cadets are housed dormitory style in permanent barracks with all bedding provided. Some cadets will be housed in 6 man tents (CF Modular) with electricity. Additional facilities include: canteen, cadet bank, medical inspection room Version 2005

Where is summer training conducted? Cochrane, Alberta (Rocky Mountain NACSTC) Located in the Rocky Mountain Forest Reserve 100 Km NW of Calgary and 45 km NW of Cochrane. A new facility built in 1999. All cadets are housed in four person rooms in permanent barracks with all bedding provided. Additional facilities include: canteen, medical inspection room Version 2005

Where is summer training conducted? Connaught, Ontario Located 20 km north of downtown Ottawa on the Ottawa River. All cadets are housed in 6 person modular tents with all bedding provided. Additional facilities include: canteen, cadet bank, medical inspection room Version 2005

Who conducts and supervises the courses? Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC) Officers staff the summer training centres. Senior cadets are also employed as staff cadets to assist with supervision and instruction The ratio of Officer to Cadet is approximately 1:10. Version 2005

How do cadets get to and from the training centres? all transportation is organized and paid for by DND cadets may travel by bus, commercial air, or DND air cadets are escorted or met on all legs of their journey if parents request special transportation arrangements, they may be financially responsible the dates listed are course dates and cadets may travel up to two days prior and following the course dates Version 2005

How do cadets apply? ALL cadets must complete the Application and Approval for Cadet Activities (CF51) cadets applying for music courses must complete the Application for Cadet Music Course (DND757) cadets applying for advanced training must complete the Advanced Training Application cadets applying for a position as a staff cadet must complete the Application for Employment Version 2005

How are cadets selected? CO’s review each cadet’s application and prioritises them applications are sent to Edmonton for review and selection cadets are course loaded in order of the priority list provided, however, there are limited positions available positions are created at Summer Training Centre’s for 30% of cadets enrolled corps are notified which cadets are selected by 1 May Not all cadets will get the opportunity to attend summer training. Selection is based on performance at the corps. Version 2005

Completing the Application (CF51) Every year cadets are not selected because of an incomplete application. Please read the application thoroughly. Here are some specific areas to pay particular attention to. Registration Date Leave Blank - This section will be completed by the corps’ staff. It is the date which the cadet joined the corps not today’s date. Version 2005

Completing the Application (CF51) Parental Declaration - Question 3 If you choose yes here, you must include who can take the cadet out on the pass below. Cadets are not permitted to leave the training centre unsupervised. Parental Declaration - Question 5 If you choose yes here, you MUST include additional information. If there is no restricted access, all that is required is a signed statement stating “There is no restricted access to my son/daughter/ward.” Version 2005

Completing the Application (CF51) Alternate Family/Adult Contact This section must be completed. You must list someone who will be available in your absence. It could include grandparents, relatives, a neighbour or family friend. Leave page 2 blank! Version 2005

Completing the Application (CF51) Medical Information It is important that this section is complete and provides as much information as possible. If required attach additional information. Failure to disclose relevant information could result in the cadet being sent home if the medical staff believe the cadet is at risk due to his environment or condition. If you answer yes to any questions, you MUST provide details in question #8. Version 2005

Application due date? February any applications received late will be sent to the Detachment, however they will be placed last on the PROVINCIAL priority list Version 2005

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