COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Familiarization Course
1.General Training Course (GTC)
2- Weeks Albert Head CTC (Victoria, BC)
The GTC is intended for cadets 12-14 years of age who have completed their first year of cadet training. It introduces the cadet to life at a cadet summer training centre (CSTC) with a focus on the opportunities available through air cadet summer training. Activities include: aircrew survival, team-building, air-rifle marksmanship, drill, aviation & aerospace activities, airport operations, tours, recreational sports, swimming, music training, general cadet knowledge and citizenship.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 1
Drill & Ceremonial Courses
2.Basic Drill and Ceremonial (BDCC)
3- Weeks Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC)
The BDCC provides cadets with the fundamentals of teamwork, leadership and drill & ceremonial training, building upon what has been taught in proficiency level two. Cadets will develop self-confidence, knowledge and skills, and be provided opportunity for practical application. Activities include team building, leading small group activities, commanding a squad on parade and community service activities. This course will inspire the cadets to further pursue leadership and ceremonial opportunities at the Squadron and on the Drill and Ceremonial Instructor course.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 2.
3.Drill Ceremonial Instructor Course (DCIC)
6-Weeks Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC)
The DCIC will provide cadets with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor for drill and ceremonial activities.Activities include ceremonial opportunities,citizenship activities, flag and rifle drill;cadets will prepare to assume a specialist parade position at the Squadron and CSTCs. On-the-job training provides cadets leadership opportunities through staff cadet job shadowing. Extra-curricular leadership activities and instructional techniques may be delivered, including a rifle drill team, effective speaking competition, and leadership seminars.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3
Fitness and Sports Courses
4.Basic Fitness & Sports Course (BFSC)
3-Weeks Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC)
Cadets will learn the fundamentals of fitness and recreational sports and developabilities to assist with fitness activities through practical application. Through a variety of sports and recreational activities, including attending a professional sports event, leading fitness and sports activities and participating in the cadet fitness assessment,cadets will be
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provided with the basic theoretical, technical, and practical skills required to assist in the delivery of the Squadron fitness and recreational sports training program.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 2
5.Fitness and Sports Instructor Course (FSIC)
6-Weeks Albert Head CTC (Victoria, BC)
Cadets will develop skills and knowledge required to perform the role of a fitness and sports instructor and team leader for fitness and sports activities conducted at the squadron and/or as a staff cadet at a CSTC. Through a variety of sports and fitness activities, cadets will lead recreation and fitness activities, participate in an on-the-job training program, lead the cadet fitness assessment, and develop a personal fitness and healthy living routine.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3 & achieved minimum Bronze in the Cadet Fitness Assessment
Survival Courses
6.Basic Survival Course(BSC)
3-Weeks Albert Head CTC (Victoria, BC)
Through a dynamic learning environment, cadets will learn the fundamentals of aircrew survival training. Subjects include survival skills, such as fires, shelters and ground-to-air signals; ground search and rescue,and ground navigation. The course will cumulate with a 4-day aircrew survival exercise, where in groups of two, cadets will practice their aircrew survival skills.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 2
7.Survival Instructor Course (SIC)
6-Weeks Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB)
Cadets will develop skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for aircrew survival activities within the Air cadet program. Cadets will participate in on-the-job training, a ground search and rescue exercise, a ground navigation exercise, and flat-water canoeing. The course will cumulate with a 4-day aircrew survival exercise where cadets, supervised but in isolation, will practice their survival skills and techniques.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3
Marksmanship Course
8.Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor Course (ARMIC)
6-Weeks Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC)
The ARMIC will develop individual air rifle marksmanship and summer biathlon specialty skills. The course will reinforce and further develop the leadership and instructional techniquesrequired to support these two specialty activities. Cadets will learn to assist, lead and coach marksmanship and summer biathlon activities, as well as participate in an on-the-job training program.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3
Music Courses
9.Military Band - Basic Musician Course
(MB – BMC)
3-Weeks HMCS QUADRA (Comox, BC)
This course is intended for cadets with no music or limited music experience. MB-BMC will introduce cadets to musicianship andteach the basics of music proficiencyincluding how to maintain an instrument, basic music theory, sectional and ensemble training, and band drill.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 2
10.Military Band - Intermediate Musician Course
(MB – IMC)
6-Weeks Albert Head CTC (Victoria, BC)
The MB-IMC is intended to raise cadets’ musical skills to the standard of the next music proficiency level. This course will develop the music proficiency of cadets and prepare them to support their squadron bands and related music activities.In addition to an on-the-job training phase, cadets, based on their current music proficiency level, will learn music theory, participate in sectional and ensemble training, band drill, sight reading, and discuss music history.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3 & achieved minimum Music Proficiency Level - Basic
11.Military Band - Advanced Musician Course
(MB – AMC)
6-Weeks Albert Head CTC (Victoria, BC)
The MB-AMC is intended is to raise cadets’ musical skills to the standard of the next music proficiency level. In addition to the on-the-job training phase, cadets will participate in music theory, sectional and ensemble training, band drill, sight reading, and will develop their skills as a music instructor.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 4 & achieved minimum Music Proficiency Level - Two
12.Pipe Band – Basic Musician Course (PB-BMC)
3-Weeks Blackdown CTC (Borden, ON)
This course is identical to the MB-BMC, except that the music training is designed for members of a Squadron pipe and drum band.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 2
13.Pipe Band - Intermediate Musician Course
(PB-IMC)
6-Weeks Rocky Mountain CTC (Cochrane, AB)
This course is identical to the MB-IMC, except that the music training is designed for members of a Squadron pipe and drum band.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3 & achieved minimum Music Proficiency Level – Two
14.Pipe Band – Advanced Musician Course
(PB-AMC)
6-WeeksRocky Mountain CTC (Cochrane, AB)
This six-week course is identical to the MB-AMC, but is intended for advanced members of a Squadron pipe and drum band.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 4 & achieved minimum Music Proficiency Level - Three
Technology and Aerospace Courses
15.Basic Aviation Technology and Aerospace Course
(BATAC)
3-Weeks Albert Head CTC (Victoria, BC)
Throughout the BATAC, cadets will undergo hands-on training in three specific topic areas: aerospace, airport operations, and aircraft manufacturing & maintenance. Activities include tours of aerodromes, aerospace manufacturing and/or maintenance facilities, star-gazing, rocketry, and constructing an aluminum bi-plane.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 2
- Advanced Aviation Technology Courses
6-Weeks Canadore College (North Bay, ON)
These two Advanced Aviation Technology courses are designed to further develop instructional ability in technical skills as well as introduce background knowledge required in the aircraft maintenance and airport operations fields. The courses are delivered by Canadore College, though cadets are supervised by Cadet Instructor Cadre staff. There are two distinct courses:
a.Airport Operations (AATC-AO)*
The aim of the AATC-AO is to provide training in the area of airport operations. Cadets will receive training in the areas of aerodrome operations, flight safety, and air traffic services.
b.Aircraft Maintenance (AATC-AM)*
The aim of the AATC-AM is to provide training in the area of aircraft construction and maintenance. Cadets will receive training in the areas of aircraft components, construction and assembly.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3
- Advanced Aerospace Course (AASC)*
6-Weeks Cadet Flying Training Centre (St Jean, QC)
The AASC will provide training opportunities for cadets through the practical application for a simulated space mission project. Candidates should show interest and ability for mathematics and physics. In addition to on-the-job training, cadets will discuss subjects such as the night ski, aerospace components, orbital mechanics, space systems, rocketry, robotics and life in space.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3
Pilot Training Courses
- Basic Aviation Course (BAC)
3-Weeks Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB)
Cadet will learn the fundamentals of aviation. The BAC provides cadets with training in basic aviation subjects, including Radio Communications, Principles of Flight, Aero Engines, Airmanship, Meteorology and Air Navigation. Cadets will have the opportunity to participate in a familiarization flight and build and fly model “Round the Pole” aircraft.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 2
- Advanced Aviation Course (AAC)
3-Weeks Cadet Flying Training Centre (Comox, BC)
The AAC is an opportunity for cadets with an interest in pilotage to participate in ground school subjects, and to develop skills in ground school instruction. Cadets will discuss subjects such as principles of flight, airmanship, meteorology, aeronautical rules and facilities, aero engines and air navigation. Cadets will obtain the Industry Canada Restricted Operator Certificate with Aeronautical Qualification.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3
- Glider Pilot Scholarship (GPS)*
6-Weeks Cadet Flying Training Centre (Comox, BC)
The GPS is an intensive program of ground school and in-flight glider pilot training. Cadets who successfully complete their flight test and Transport Canada (TC) written exam will qualify for a Glider Pilot Licence and be awarded Air Cadet Glider Pilot Wings.
The GPS includes daily intensive physical exertion, such as running and pushing gliders. Cadets should be made aware of the fact, and prepare accordingly.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 3
Must not hold any Transport Canada Pilot License
Must turn 16 by September 1st of the year the course is taken
Requires a valid Category 3 Medical Certificate from Transport Canada
Completed Grade 9 or equivalent by application deadline
Achieve a minimum mark of 50% on the CF Qualifying Exam
Cadets must have the funds to pay for the Transport Canada examination fee and pilot license application fee, for a total of $160
Certain physical limitations are made necessary by the gliders used: Height minimum 5’/152.4 cm, maximum 6’3”/190.5 cm; Weight minimum 90lbs/40.82kg maximum 200 lbs/90.72 kg
*Courses require selection through the National Summer Training Course selection process.
- Power Pilot Scholarship (PPS)*
7-Weeks Various Locations within BC
The PPS is an intensive program of ground school and in-flight pilot training. Cadets who successfully complete
their flight test and Transport Canada (TC) written exam will qualify for a Private Pilot Licence and be awarded Air Cadet Pilot Wings.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 4
Must not hold any Transport Canada Pilot License other than a glider pilot license
Must be 17 by September 1st of the year the course is taken
Requires a valid Category 3 Medical Certificate from Transport Canada
Completed Grade 10 or equivalent by application deadline
Achieve a minimum mark of 50% on the CF Qualifying Exam
Cadets must have the funds to pay for the Transport Canada examination fee and pilot license application fee, for a total of $160
Certain physical limitations are made necessary by the aircraft used:Weight maximum: 111.13 kg (245 lbs)
International Exchanges
- International Air Cadet Exchange (IACE)*
2 or 3-Weeks Various Countries
The purpose of the IACE is three-fold; to promote friendship and goodwill among Air cadets of the participating countries, to encourage participants to develop an interest in international affairs and to reward those Air cadets who have rendered outstanding services to their squadrons over a period of years. The IACE is intended only for outstanding senior cadets who will represent Canada with distinction. Exchange cadets visit air bases, centres of industry, world landmarks, universities, cultural centres and museums, plus they experience private hospitality with families in their own homes. Host countries include: Australia, Belgium, China, France, Hong Kong, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Turkey, South Korea, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States of America.
Prerequisites: Proficiency Level 5
17 years old by August 1st of the year the exchange is held
Be admissible as a visitor to the destination country
Air cadets selected to participate in the IACE will be required to purchase the official IACE clothing package at a cost of approximately $400 (if all items are required)
23.Staff Cadet Opportunities (Advanced Training)
Staff cadets are the NCOs of the Cadet Summer Training Centres. Rank and pay for staff cadets depend upon the position; usually determined during a pre-course training and evaluation period. Staff cadet applicants must be at least 16 by January 1st of the summer training year.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- All cadets applying for cadet summer training must be medically fit, and submit an application. These applications are submitted using FORTRESS - the national administration system for the Canadian Cadet Organization, and are completed for cadets through their Squadron staff. Additionally, senior cadets applying for National Courses must complete the National Course Application form and provide additional documentation for the selection process. Note that, due to the remote location of some Cadet Summer Training Centres (CSTCs), cadets with severe allergies or other medical conditions that may require rapid medical attention may be precluded from attending certain courses.
- Cadets must have parental consent, and must be recommended by their Commanding Officer (CO). The cadet must have successfully completed the required training, and meet any other prerequisite(s) specific to the course(s) for which the application is made. Cadets should be available for the full duration of the course and their 19th birthday must occur after the return travel date. In all cases, the cadet must have demonstrated an interest in, and aptitude for, further air cadet training. Cadets who report for summer training and are found not to meet course prerequisites may be re-coursed or returned to unit, at the discretion of the CSTC CO.
- Cadets are selected for a National Summer Training Coursethrough a Provincial or National selection process. Selections for these courses follow strict criteria that consider length of cadet service, rank, proficiency level, previous summer training, school marks, general knowledge, dress, deportment, motivation, interest and aptitude. NationalSummer Training Course applications are submitted through the Squadron.
- A training bonus of $10 per day is paid to every cadet for each day of training they complete (to a weekly maximum of $60, and a course maximum of $360). Depending on the course and CSTC, this may be paid upon completion of the course, or portions of the bonus may be paid during the course.
AIR CADET SUMMER TRAINING COURSES
Information for Cadets and Parents
SUMMER 2016
Information is accurate at time of printing, but is subject to change
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