SUMMER TRAINING
Summer courses at Cadet Training Centres (CTCs)
Common Courses are open to all elements. The additional three categories are listed by element for training geared to Sea, Army and Air Cadets.
CTC Course Information
| Course | Description | Duration | Prerequisites | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Marksmanship (ITM) | The Introduction to Marksmanship Course enables cadets to acquire specialized skills and knowledge in marksmanship, facilitating their participation in zone and regional marksmanship competitions. It equips them to mentor junior cadets in marksmanship while advancing the skills learned in the program. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ | Argonaut CTC, Blackdown CTC, Valcartier CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor (ARMI) | The Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor Course 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. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ | Argonaut CTC, Blackdown CTC, Valcartier CTC, Vernon CTC, Whitehorse CTC |
| Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial (ITDC) | The Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial Course engages cadets with the chance to enhance their leadership abilities and deepen their knowledge and skills in drill and ceremonial practices acquired in the program. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ | Argonaut CTC, Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, Valcartier CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Drill and Ceremonial Instructor (DCI) | The Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Course 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 conducting parades and ceremonies. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ | Argonaut CTC, Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, Valcartier CTC, Vernon CTC, Whitehorse CTC |
| Introduction to Fitness and Sports (ITFS) | The Introduction to Fitness and Sports Course offers cadets a chance to refine skills acquired in the Corps / Squadron Program, aiding in fitness and sports training within the Corps / Squadron Program. Additionally, participants learn about embracing a healthy lifestyle. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ | Blackdown CTC, Greenwood CTC, Valcartier CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Fitness and Sports Instructor (FSI) | The Fitness and Sports Instructor Course 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. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ | Blackdown CTC, Greenwood CTC, Valcartier CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Introduction to Military Band (ITMB) | The Introduction to Military Band Course allows cadets to continue honing their understanding and proficiency in music, drill, ceremonial practices, and leadership skills acquired through the corps / squadron program or regional activities. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ | Blackdown CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC, Valcartier CTC |
| Military Band Musician (MB) | The Military Band Musician Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills to support participation in and/or leading corps / squadron military bands. Activities include music training, band drill, and leadership. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ Music Proficiency Level II |
Blackdown CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC, Valcartier CTC |
| Introduction to Pipe Band (ITPB) | The Introduction to Pipe Band Course allows cadets to continue honing their understanding and proficiency in music, drill, ceremonial practices, and leadership skills acquired through the corps / squadron program or regional activities. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ | Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC |
| Pipe Band Musician (PB) | The Pipe Band Musician Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills to support participation in and/or leading corps / squadron pipe bands. Activities include music training, band drill, leadership, and performing pipe band music. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ Pipes and Drums Level II |
Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC |
| Course | Description | Duration | Prerequisites | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviation Technology and Aerospace (ATA) | The Aviation Technology and Aerospace Course offers cadets the chance to lay the groundwork in aerospace studies, airport operations, and the principles of aircraft manufacturing and maintenance. Activities within this program encompass exploring aerospace concepts, learning about aerodrome operations, and gaining insight into aircraft manufacturing and maintenance processes. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ | Bagotville CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, Greenwood CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
| Advanced Aviation Course (AA) | The Advanced Aviation Course 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 techniques, aviation communication, and meteorology. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ | Bagotville CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, Greenwood CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
| Glider Pilot Training Course (GPTC) | The Glider Pilot Training Course is a six- or seven-week training program that results in successful candidates graduating with their Transport Canada Glider Pilot License. | 6–7 weeks |
Training Year 3+ 16 years of age by 1 Sep of activity participation Additional requirements are detailed in CJCR Gp Order 8060-7 |
St-Jean CTC, Trenton CTC |
| Power Pilot Training Course (PPTC) | The Power Pilot Training Course is a seven-week training program that results in successful candidates graduating with their Transport Canada Power Pilot License. | 7 weeks |
Training Year 4+ 17 years of age by 1 Sep of activity participation Additional requirements are detailed in CJCR Gp Order 8060-7 |
Argonaut CTC, Bagotville CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC, St-Jean CTC |
| Introduction to Survival (ITS) | The Introduction to Survival Course allows cadets to cultivate essential aircrew survival skills. Activities involve practical field training and navigation exercises to enhance survival proficiency. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ | Argonaut CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, Valcartier CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Survival Instructor Course (SI) | The Survival Instructor Course 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. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ | Argonaut CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, Valcartier CTC, Whitehorse CTC |
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