1. Marine Corps JROTC Rank Structure
LE1-C5S5T1pg Marine Corps JROTC Rank Structure

2. This lesson introduces you to the MCJROTC Rank Structure, including cadet officer and cadet enlisted rank and insignia.

3. Lesson Objectives
Identify the Marine Corps JROTC officer rank and insignia.
Identify the Marine Corps JRTOC enlisted rank and insignia.
Differentiate between Marine Corps JROTC officer and enlisted rank and insignia.
Identify Marine Corps JROTC officer and enlisted rank structure in sequence.
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4. CPS Key Word Questions (1-3)
Key Words
CPS Key Word Questions (1-3)
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5. Key Words
_______ - an emblem, badge, medal, or other distinguishing mark of office, honor, position, or mission.
___________ - cadet officer.
_______________ - cadet enlisted personnel.
Insignia
Cadet Major
Cadet First Sergeant
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6. CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)
Warm Up Questions
CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)
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7. Warm Up Question
How much do you already know about the Marine Corp JROTC Rank Structure?
Expert – I know all the ranks and can draw them.
Advanced – I can identify all the ranks on a list.
Basic – I can identify about half the ranks.
Novice – I’m a blank slate, but ready to learn!
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8. Warm Up Question True or False:
The MCJROTC rank structure was modeled after the Marine Corps rank structure.
True
False
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9. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question)
Opening Question
List 2-3 things you already know about MCJROTC rank structure.
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10. Introduction
One of the most distinguishing features about the MCJROTC is that cadets have to wear uniforms at least ___________.
Rank and insignia identify cadets as cadet officers and cadet enlisted.
once a week
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11. Background
The MCJROTC ranks structure was modeled after the Marine Corps ranks structure.
The uniforms issued and worn by cadets are the same as those worn on active duty by Marines.
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12. Cadet Officer Rank Structure
Insignia of Grade for Cadet Officers
Cadet Colonel
Cadet Lieutenant Colonel
Cadet
Major
Cadet Captain
Cadet First Class
Cadet Second Class
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13. Cadet Enlisted Rank Structure
Cadet Sergeant Major
Cadet First Sergeant
Cadet Gunnery Sergeant
Cadet Staff Sergeant
Cadet Sergeant
Cadet Corporal
Cadet Lance Corporal
Cadet Private First Class
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14. CPS Lesson Question (3-4)
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15. Lesson Question
Which of the following is the highest rank in the cadet enlisted rank structure?
Cadet Private
Cadet Sergeant Major
Cadet Staff Sergeant
Cadet Corporal
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16. Lesson Question
Which of the following is the highest rank in the cadet officer rank structure?
Cadet Major
Cadet Colonel
Cadet Second Lieutenant
Cadet Captain
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17. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question)
Closing Question
What can you do to help you remember MCJROTC rank and insignia?
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18. Questions

19. Copyright Information
Images in this lesson were taken from:
Microsoft© Clip Art Gallery
Marine Corps Combat Camera
MCJROTC Student Text