Army Cadet Summer Training
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Outline
What is Army Cadet Summer Training?
What courses are available?
Who can attend?
Where is Summer Training conducted?
Who conducts and supervises the courses?
How do cadets get to and from the centres?
How do cadets apply?
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Aim of Summer Training
To give a set portion of the Army Cadet population instruction and opportunities to develop advanced knowledge and skills in specialized activities.
To develop instructors/leaders for these specialized activities.
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Categories of Training
General Training
Basic
Intermediate / Instructor
Advanced Training
Two week course designed to introduce cadets to summer training.
Three week courses designed to enhance knowledge and skills in specialized activities.
Six week courses designed to further develop instructors/leaders in specialized activities.
Various courses designed to advance senior cadets’ leadership skills.
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General Training CourseCourse Aim
General Training - Army(Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
This course is intended to familiarize cadets with the Army Cadet Summer Training Program and to motivate them toward pursuing further Army Cadet Training.
Expedition Drill and CeremonialMarksmanship MusicSports and Fitness CAF familiarizationCommunications Adventure Training
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General Training CourseWho can attend?
12 and 13 years of age
Completed the Green Star level
Physically fit and in good health
Recommended by the Corps’ Commanding Officer and approved by RCSU (NW).
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General Training CourseCourse Dates
General Training - Army (Two Weeks)
6 – 17 July
20 – 31 July
3 – 14 August
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to travel up to two days prior to and after the course dates.
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Basic Courses Course Aim
Basic Expedition( Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
The aim of this training is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be a participant in a five-day expedition. The cadets will travel by canoe on flat water, travel by mountain bike on novice trails, navigate using a trail map during a hike, work as a team, and further develop skills learned in the Corps Program.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will
not be selected for Basic Expedition.
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Basic Courses Course Aim
Basic Fitness and Sports(Cold Lake, AB)
The aim of this training is to prepare cadets to perform the duties of a Basic Fitness and Sports Assistant while continuing to develop personal fitness and healthy living skills. Upon successful completion of this course, the cadet will be able to follow a personal fitness routine, lead a warm up and cool down session, assist with the cadet fitness assessment, and assist with recreational sports at the corps.
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Basic Courses Course Aim
Basic Drill and Ceremonial (Vernon, BC)
The aim of this training is to prepare cadets to perform the role of a peer leader while building upon the leadership and drill and ceremonial knowledge and skills learned through the Corps Program. Cadets will have the opportunity to lead team-building activities, command a squad, execute rifle drill as a member of a squad, and participate in a recreational summer biathlon activity.
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Basic Courses Course Aim
Basic Marksman(Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
The aim of this training is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be participant during local air rifle marksmanship competitions. Cadets will have the opportunity to hone their marksmanship techniques, and participate in a recreational summer biathlon activity.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for Basic Marksman.
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Basic Courses Course Aim
Military Band – Basic Musician
(Vernon, BC)
The aim of this training is to develop music proficiency of cadets and prepare them to support their corps’ military band. Cadets will also have the opportunity to further develop their skills in drill and ceremonial, and leadership learned during the Corps Program.
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Basic Courses Course Aim
Pipe Band – Basic Musician
(Ghost River, AB)
The aim of this training is to develop music proficiency of cadets and prepare them to support their corps’ pipe band. Cadets will also have the opportunity to further develop their skills in drill and ceremonial, and leadership learned during the Corps Program.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will
not be selected for Pipe Band – Basic Musician at RMNCTC.
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Basic CoursesWho can attend?
13 and 14 years of age
Completed the Red Star level
Physically fit and in good health
Recommended by the Corps’ Commanding Officer and approved by RCSU (NW).
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Basic CoursesCourse Dates
Basic Courses (Three Weeks)
6 - 24 July
27 July - 14 August
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to travel up to two days, each way, prior to and after the course dates.
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Intermediate CoursesCourse Aim
Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor(Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
Based on the training resulting from this course, cadets will further develop air rifle marksmanship, summer biathlon, leadership, and instructional techniques knowledge and skills learned during the Corps Program. Selection of cadets will be based on interest in marksmanship / coaching and not on marksmanship results.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for Air Rifle
Marksmanship Instructor.
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Intermediate CoursesCourse Aim
Drill and Ceremonial Instructor(Vernon, BC)
Based on the training resulting from this course, the cadet will further develop drill and ceremonial related specialist skills and knowledge that will allow them to perform the duties of a specialist instructor and team leader for ceremonial activities, and further develop skills learned in the Corps Program.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for Drill and
Ceremonial Instructor.
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Intermediate CoursesCourse Aim
Expedition Instructor(Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
Based on the training resulting from this course, the cadet will further develop expedition related specialist skills and knowledge that will allow them to perform the duties of a specialist instructor and team leader during expedition training, act as a participant in a long-duration expedition (18 days), travel by a variety of means (canoe, mountain bike, and hiking), perform field maintenance on expedition equipment (mountain bikes, stoves, tents, packs, water filters, etc), and navigate using a route card.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will not be
selected for Expedition Instructor.
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Intermediate CoursesCourse Aim
Fitness and Sports Instructor(Cold Lake, AB)
Based on the training resulting from this course, cadets will be able to promote physical fitness and perform the role of a specialist instructor and team leader for fitness and sports activities conducted at the Corps, during Regionally Directed Activities, and/or as a Staff Cadet at CTC.
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Intermediate CoursesCourse Aim
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 1(Connaught, ON)
Based on the training resulting from this course, the cadet will develop specialist skills and knowledge that will allow them to compete as an individual in a fullbore marksmanship competition. This qualification is one phase in the preparation of cadets for competitive fullbore marksmanship at an international level.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 1.
Intermediate CoursesCourse Aim
Military Band – Intermediate Musician(Vernon, BC)
Based on the training resulting from this course, cadets will be able to further develop music, drill and ceremonial, and leadership knowledge and skills learned during the Corps Program and/or Regionally Directed Activities.
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Intermediate CoursesCourse Aim
Pipe Band – Intermediate Musician(Ghost River, AB)
Based on the training resulting from this course, cadets will be able to further develop music, drill and ceremonial, and leadership knowledge and skills learned during the Corps Program and/or Regionally Directed Activities.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will
not be selected for Pipe Band – Intermediate Musician at RMNCTC.
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Intermediate Courses Who can attend?
14 and 15 years of age
Completed the Silver Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’ Commanding Officer and approved by RCSU (NW).
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Intermediate Courses Additional Prerequisites
Expedition InstructorApplicants are to successfully obtain CFAIP
Bronze Level for their age-group by the application deadline. More information on the CFAIP can be found in CATO 14-18
Military Band - Intermediate MusicianPreferably, have achieved the music
proficiency level Basic
Pipe Band - Intermediate MusicianPreferably, have achieved the music proficiency
Level 2.
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Intermediate CoursesCourse Dates
Intermediate Courses (Six Weeks)
6 July - 14 August
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to travel up to two days, each way, prior to and after the course dates.
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Advanced TrainingCourse Aim
Leadership and Challenge Course
(Ghost River, AB)
To provide a unique advanced leadership and challenge development activity for cadets and to prepare them to accept the responsibilities of leaders at Cadet Corps and Summer Training Centres.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will not be
selected for the Leadership and Challenge Course.
Advanced TrainingWho can attend?
Leadership and Challenge Course15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Successful completion of an Intermediate Level course
Be physically fit and in good health. Have achieved CFAIP Bronze level for their age-group by the application date
Must be prepared to participate in water activities while wearing a PFD
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts & JCR.
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Advanced TrainingCourse Aim
Fullbore Marksmanship – Phase 2
(Connaught, ON)Based on the training resulting from this course, the
cadet will further develop specialist skills and knowledge that will allow them to compete as an individual in a fullbore marksmanship competition. This qualification is the second phase in the preparation and selection of cadets for competitive fullbore marksmanship at an international level.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 2.
Advanced TrainingWho can attend?
Fullbore Marksmanship – Phase 2
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts & JCR
Application is by invitation only, based on the results of participation and standing on the Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 1 Course.
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Advanced TrainingCourse Aim
Military Band - Advanced Musician
(Vernon, BC)
To teach the knowledge and skills required of a Band Instructor, to provide cadets with an opportunity to develop their instructional skill and style, and to train cadets as musicians capable of playing and leading in a unit Military Band.
Advanced TrainingWho can attend?
Military Band - Advanced Musician
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’ Commanding Officer and approved by RCSU (NW)
Priority will be given to cadets that hold music Level 2.
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Advanced TrainingCourse Aim
Pipe Band - Advanced Musician
(Ghost River, AB)To teach the knowledge and skills required of a Band Instructor, to provide cadets with an opportunity to develop their instructional skill and style, and to train cadets as musicians capable of playing and leading in a unit Pipe Band. Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes
them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will not be selected for Pipe Band – Advanced Musician at RMNCTC.
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Advanced TrainingWho can attend?
Pipe Band - Advanced Musician
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’ Commanding Officer and approved by RCSU (NW)
Priority will be given to cadets that hold music Level 3.
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Advanced TrainingCourse Aim
Basic Parachutist Course
(Trenton, ON)
To qualify the cadet as a Canadian Armed Forces Basic Military Parachutist.
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Advanced TrainingWho can attend?Basic Parachutist Course
Minimum of 16 years of age before 1 July of the year of the course
Completed the Gold Star level
Successful completion of an Intermediate Level course
Meet the CAF medical standard described in CATO 42-05
Achieve the CAF standard of fitness described in CATO 42-05, which includes:
- Run 1.6 km in a maximum of 7 mins and 30 secs;
- 31 consecutive sit-ups; and
- 7 consecutive chin-ups.
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts & JCR.
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Advanced TrainingCourse Aim
RCAC National Rifle Team(Connaught, ON and Bisley, England)
To provide cadets the opportunity to compete in national / international largebore rifle competitions, to introduce cadets to the British Army Cadet Training Program, and to participate in cultural activities.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected
for the National Rifle Team.
Advanced TrainingWho can attend?
RCAC National Rifle Team
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts & JCR
Application is by invitation only, based on the results of participation and standing on the Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 2 Course.
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Advanced TrainingInternational Exchanges
To develop cadets’ leadership skills, to introduce them to the host country’s cadet training program / military, and to participate in cultural activities.
Outward Bound - ScotlandOutward Bound - Wales
Maple Leaf - EnglandArmy Cadet Exchanges (ACE) (countries TBA)(Connaught, ON and various host countries)
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Advanced TrainingInternational Exchanges
Exchanges are difficult and challenging!
Cadets must be able to adapt to a different culture. This can be uncomfortable!
The food is different, accommodations are different, and the training is different. That is part of the challenge and the experience. Cadets must be willing to accept this when applying for International Exchanges.
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Advanced TrainingWho can attend?
International Exchanges
Minimum of 16 years of age before 1 July of the year of the course
Completed the Gold Star level
Successful completion of an Intermediate Level course
Be physically fit and in good health. Have achieved CFAIP Bronze level for their age-group by the application date
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts & JCR.
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Advanced TrainingAdditional Considerations
Priority in selection will be given in accordance with the ranking of candidates in
the National Star of Excellence (NSE) standings versus other nominees.
For further information regarding selection criteria for Advanced Training opportunities,
see CATO 42-05.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician
services will not be selected for any Advanced Training Courses or Exchanges.
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Advanced TrainingCourse Dates
Leadership and Challenge Course (Six Weeks)6 July - 14 August
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 2 (Seven Weeks) 6 July - 22 August
Military Band – Advanced Musician (Six Weeks)6 July – 14 August
Pipe Band – Advanced Musician (Six Weeks)6 July – 14 August
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to travel up to two days, each way, prior to and after the
course dates.
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Advanced TrainingCourse Dates
Basic Parachutist Course (Four Weeks) 6-31 July
RCAC National Rifle Team (Six Weeks)23 June – 1 August
Outward Bound Scotland (Six Weeks)Outward Bound Wales (Six Weeks)Maple Leaf Exchange (Six Weeks)
6 July - 14 August
Army Cadet Exchanges (Three Weeks)13-31 July
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to travel up to two days, each way, prior to and after the
course dates.
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Where is summer trainingconducted?Vernon, BC
Vernon Cadet Training Centre
Located in the interior of BC on the north end of the Okanagan valley. The training centre is located in the City of Vernon
Cadets are housed dormitory style in permanent barracks with all bedding provided. Washrooms are located in the barracks.
Additional facilities include: games room, canteen, internet café, cadet bank, church, and medical inspection room.
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Where is summer trainingconducted?Whitehorse, YT
Whitehorse Cadet Training Centre
Located at Boyle Barracks which is 20 km south of the City of Whitehorse, just off of the Alaska Highway
Cadets are housed dormitory style in permanent barracks with all bedding provided. Washrooms are located in a separate building
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet café, cadet bank, and medical inspection room.
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Where is summer trainingconducted?
Ghost River, ABRocky Mountain Cadet Training Centre
Located in the Rocky Mountain Forest Reserve - 100 km NW of the City of Calgary and 45 km NW of the Town of Cochrane
Cadets are housed in eight person rooms in permanent barracks with all bedding provided. Washrooms are located in a separate building
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet café, cadet bank, and medical inspection room.
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Where is summer trainingconducted?
Cold Lake, ABCold Lake Cadet Training Centre
Located on CFB Cold Lake - approximately 400 km NW of the City of Edmonton
Cadets are housed in two or four person rooms in permanent barracks with all bedding provided. Washrooms are located in the barracks
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet café, cadet bank, and medical inspection room.
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Where is summer trainingconducted?
Connaught, ONConnaught Cadet Training Centre
Located on the Connaught Ranges - 20 km north of the City of Ottawa
Cadets are housed in six person modular tents with all bedding provided. Washrooms are located in a separate building
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet café, cadet bank, and medical inspection room.
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Where is summer trainingconducted?Trenton, ON
Trenton Cadet Training Centre
Located on CFB Trenton - 97 km west of the City of Kingston and 175 km east of the City of Toronto
Cadets are housed in dormitory style rooms in permanent barracks with all bedding provided. Washrooms are located in the barracks
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet café, cadet bank, and medical inspection room.
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Who conducts and supervises the courses?
Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) Officers primarily staff the summer training centres with supplemental staff from the Regular Force, Primary Reserve, Civilian Instructors, and contractors
Senior cadets are also employed as Staff Cadets to assist with supervision and instruction
The ratio of CIC Officer to Cadet is approximately 1:10.
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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 military aircraft
Cadets are escorted or met on all legs of their journey
If parents request special transportation arrangements, they will be financially responsible for those arrangements
The dates listed are the course dates and cadets may travel up to two days, each way, prior to and following the course.
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How do cadets apply?
All cadets will complete the same application form (General Training, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Training, and Staff Cadet)
All applications will be entered in Fortress by corps staff
Any additional information you may require is available from your corps staff.
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How are cadets selected?
Corps Commanding Officers review each cadet’s application and prioritise them by level
Applications are entered in Fortress by 1 February
Applications are reviewed by staff at RCSU (NW)
Cadets are course loaded in order of the priority list provided, however, there are limited positions available (billets are created for Summer Training for 30% of the cadet population)
Corps are notified which cadets are selected by 1 April.
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Completing the Application
Every year cadets are not selected because of incomplete information.
Here are some specific items to pay particular attention to:
Fitness Evaluation
If you have not participated in the CFAIP this Training Year, you will need to do so before the application date and have the results entered into Fortress.
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Completing the Application
Annual Validation
If you have not returned the Annual Validation form with any changes and/or the information has not been verified in Fortress, the application cannot be processed
Medical Health Changes
If your medical information has changed or you have not completed the medical health questionnaire this training year, you must let the corps staff know. The medical information must be the most current available (validated this training year).
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Completing the Acceptance and Consent From
Once you have been selected you will receive an Offer of Participation Form.
There are some specific items to pay particular attention to:
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Completing the Acceptance and Consent From
It is extremely important that you check all the information on this form to make sure it is correct. Make any corrections necessary
Ensure that all other sections of the form are completed including:
Leave pass restrictionsAlternate family or friend contactCadet signatureParent signature
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Application due date?
1 February 2015
Any applications entered into Fortress after this date will still be considered, however, they will be placed at the bottom of the priority list.
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Contacts
Please direct any questions to our corps’ contact
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