PROFICIENCY LEVEL THREE AND FOUR CADETS

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AND ELIGIBILITY 

  • Cadets can only take one course at a time. You cannot take a 4 week course at the same time as a 2 week course.
  • Cadets may apply for multiple courses. However, there are limited billets, so list your top 3 choices on the application.
  • Selections may occur up to 1 week prior to the course start date.
  • All cadets selected or on standby will receive a Cadet 365 account. It is important that the Administration Officer has your correct individual email address and contact information (cannot be shared).  You must have a phone number for authentication purposes.
  • Age is based on course start date.
  • Level completed is the training level you are in now (and will complete before end of year)
  • Older cadets or higher level cadets are not precluded from taking junior courses.
  • If you select a course for which you are not eligible (For example: a level 1 cadet asking for Advanced Aviation), the summer training officer may substitute for a more appropriate course (For example: Basic Aviation).
  • There is some flexibility with age and level for older cadets who are applying to junior courses. (For example: a 17 year old cadet is permitted to apply for Airport Operations).

Level 3 and Above – Cadet Training Centre (CTC) Summer Courses 2023 – SIGN UP FORM

 

CADET TRAINING CENTRE COURSES – In Person

Advanced Aviation (AA) Course

This four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for aviation activities. Activities include instructional technique, aviation communication and meteorology.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun, and be motivated to pursue flying training.

Training Centre: Trenton CTC (Astra, Ontario) and Greenwood CTC (Greenwood, Nova Scotia)

 

Survival Instructor (SI) Course

The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to perform the duties of a Survival Instructor and team leader for aircrew survival activities. Activities include aircrew survival skills, team and solo survival exercises, aircrew survival exercise operations, instructional technique, and navigation by map and compass.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun, and be motivated to pursue flying training.

Training Centre: Blackdown (Borden, Ontario)

 

Drill & Ceremonial Instructor (DCI) Course

The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Drill and Ceremonial Instructor. Activities include advanced drill, instructional techniques and leadership in the conducting of parades and ceremonies.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, and have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun.

Training Centre: Blackdown (Borden, Ontario), Greenwood CTC (Greenwood, Nova Scotia), and Vernon CTC (Vernon, British Columbia)

 

Fitness and Sports Instructor (FSI) Course

The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) provides cadets an opportunity to further personal fitness and healthy living knowledge and skills, and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Fitness and Sports Instructor. Activities include personal fitness, healthy living, conducting the Cadet Fitness Assessment, and leading physical activities. Cadets attending this course will also have an opportunity to progress in their Cadet Fitness Assessment Incentive Level.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, and have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun.

Training Centre: Argonaut CTC (Burton, New Brunswick) and Vernon CTC (Vernon, British Columbia)

 

Music Course – Military Band (MB)

The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills ranging from basic to advanced to support participation in and / or leading corps/squadron military bands. Activities include music training and band activities such as music theory, music technique, band drill, leadership and performing ensemble music. Cadets attending this course will also have the opportunity to progress in their music proficiency level qualifications.  Note: depending on music proficiency, cadets may undertake this course more than once.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, and have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun.

Training Centre: Vernon CTC (Vernon, British Columbia) and HMCS Quadra CTC (Comox Valley, British Columbia)

 

Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor (ARMI) Course

The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) provides cadets an opportunity to further personal marksmanship knowledge and skills and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of an Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor. Activities include marksmanship techniques, instructional techniques, and coaching. Cadets attending this course will also have an opportunity to progress in their marksmanship level qualification.

Prerequisites: Must be medically fit, have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun, and be motivated to pursue marksmanship training.

Training Centre: Connaught (Ottawa, Ontario) and Argonaut CTC (Burton, New Brunswick)

 

SUMMER DIGITAL LEARNING COURSES

The Digital Learning Center courses are conducted virtually using Cadets365 and enable the cadet to participate in summer training from their local area or home. Cadets will need at a minimum a reliable internet connection and a laptop/tablet device capable of virtual meetings or assignments.

 

Cadet Administrating and Supply Assistant (CASA)

The aim of this two-week in-person course provides cadets an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of administration and supply procedures, and the subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Cadet Administration and Supply Assistant. Activities include managing clothing and equipment, corps/squadron administration, and written communications.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, and have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun.

Training Centre: Online

 

Cadet Correspondent

The Cadet Correspondent course is a 5-session course where the cadets learn the basics of supporting Public Affairs. The modules include how to effectively use social media, take a great photo, and become a storyteller of the corps/squadron. The cadet will need a device to capture imagery for use during the course.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, and have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun.

Training Centre: Online

 

Cadet Cyber Training Course

The Cadet Cyber Training Course will be conducted over the course of 2 weeks. Cadets will be immersed into the work of Cyber Security, learning, and securing multi-platform operating systems (Windows and Ubuntu) and interact with CAF/COATS Cyber Educators. Training provided will help cadets develop the Cyber Defence skills required to compete in an online competition with other groups from across the world at the end of the course. Successful participants will acquire the skill set to lead and support cadets in virtual and cyber activities within the CCO.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, and have completed Proficiency Level Three training by 30 Jun.

Training Centre: Online