TRAINING STANDARDS

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENT

Cadets are considered to have left the program if they are absent for more than 30 calendar days without notice (about 4 training nights in a row). In such cases, follow-ups may be made to facilitate retrieval of issued kit, and to process the termination of membership.

TRAINING REQUIREMENT

Every training level has participation requirements. Lower attendance increases the risk of missing these requirements.

A significant part of each training level involves attending 18 periods of instruction in certain specific Performance Objectives (POs). A schedule of lessons being taught each week is available on the 'Weekly Schedule' page, so that cadets can ensure they are catching every required lesson.

The Squadron's 'Calendar' page shows all upcoming activities, so that cadets can plan ahead to attend.

PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Attendance figures, among other criteria, may be used to decide participation on non-mandatory trips and activities, as well as eligibility for promotions and awards.

The baseline requirement of all proficiency levels 1 through 4 includes participation in the following:

• at least one Community Service Activity (such as Poppy Campaign, Park Cleanup, etc);

• at least one Citizenship Activity (to be scheduled and announced by the TrgO);

• at least one Physical Activity (such as sports nights)

• at least one Teamwork Activity (Level 1 Cadets), or Leadership Activity (Level 2, 3, and 4 Cadets);

• at least one Formal Parade (the Annual Ceremonial Review is a formal parade);

• at least one CAF Engagement Activity;

• at least one PHASE Training Lesson;

• track your physical fitness for four weeks, as part of PO X04; and

• at least 18 periods of training in the subject areas outlined in the applicable proficiency level tracker (varies by proficiency level).

In addition to the above participation requirements, certain proficiency levels require additional participation or evaluations (see below).

TRAINING TRACKERS are available in Cadet 365 Teams. Go to the squadron's "General" channel, and go to "Files > Training Trackers".

To complete Level 1, cadets must:

• Complete all the "Participation Requirements - All Training Levels" above.

• Complete the Air Rifle Safe Handling evaluation.

• Attend at least 18 periods across any of the following subject areas:

  • • PO 121 - Canadian Aviation Community Familiarization Activities

    • PO 129 - Communicate Using the Phonetic Alphabet

    • PO 130 - Participate in Aviation Activities

    • PO 140 - Participate in Aerospace Activities

    • PO 160 - Participate in Aerodrome Operations Activities

    • PO 170 - Discuss Aircraft Maintenance and Manufacturing

    • PO 190 - Participate in an Aircrew Survival Exercise

To complete Level 2, cadets must:

• Complete all the "Participation Requirements - All Training Levels" above.

• Attend at least 18 periods across any of the following subject areas:

  • • PO 230 - Canadian Aviation History

    • PO 231 - Principles of Flight

    • PO 232 - Characteristics of Piston-Powered Aircraft

    • PO 240 - Participate in Aerospace Activities

    • PO 260 - Participate in Aerodrome Operations Activities

    • PO 270 - Aircraft Manufacturing and Maintenance

    • PO 290 - Participate in a Field Exercise

To complete Level 3, cadets must:

• Complete all the "Participation Requirements - All Training Levels" above.

• Complete the 308PC Drill Evaluation.

• Complete the 309PC Teaching Evaluation (15 minute lesson).

• Attend at least 18 periods across any of the following subject areas:

  • • PO 331 - Principles of Flight

    • PO 336 - Identify Meteorological Conditions

    • PO 337 - Demonstrate Air Navigation Skills

    • PO 340 Identify Aspects of Space Exploration

    • PO 360 - Recognize Aspects of Aerodrome Operations

    • PO 370 - Recognize Aspects of Aircraft Manufacturing and Maintenance

    • PO 390 - Navigate a Route Using a Map and Compass

To complete Level 4, cadets must:

• Complete all the "Participation Requirements - All Training Levels" above.

• Attend at least 18 periods across the following subject areas:

  • • PO 429 - Communicate Using Radio Procedures for Aviation Transmission

    • PO 431 - Explain Principles of Flight

    • PO 432 - Describe Aero Engine Systems

    • PO 436 - Explain Aspects of Meteorology

    • PO 437 - Explain Aspects of Air Navigation

    • PO 440 - Discuss Aerospace Structures

    • PO 460 - Describe Aerodrome Operations Career Opportunities

    • PO 470 - Discuss Aspects of Aircraft Manufacturing and Maintenance

    • PO 490 - Participate in an Aircrew Survival Exercise

IF APPLYING FOR THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM THE NEXT YEAR:

• Complete the 408PC Drill Evaluation (Command a Flight on Parade).

• Complete the 409PC Teaching Evaluation (Instruct a 30 minute lesson).

ALP is an optional training program for cadets who have completed Level 4 and wish to continue their development as senior leaders at the squadron. It is run jointly by both the local squadron and the area office.

PREREQUISITES

To join ALP, applicants must:

• Complete Level 4 Proficiency Training.

• Complete the 408PC Drill Evaluation (Command a Flight on Parade).

• Complete the 409PC Teaching Evaluation (Instruct a 30 minute lesson).

ALP TRAINING CONTENTS

PO 503 - Lead Cadet Activities

• Participate in lessons on Creating a Proposal, Preparing for an Exercise, and Conducting an Exercise.

• Participate in Senior Cadet Planning Groups.

• Leadership Project: Participate in the conduct and conclusion of a multi-unit exercise.

• Leadership Appointment: Hold a long-term leadership appointment (3+ months).

PO 507 - Serve the Cadet Program

• Participate in lessons on setting personal goals and creating personal schedules.

• Deliver a 'Capstone Project' on personal leadership philosophy.

PO 509 - Develop Instructional Skills

• Participate in at least one Instructional Technique Professional Development Session from:

  • • Monitoring Instruction and Peer Coaching,

    • Instructing for SKill Development, or

    • Delivering Dynamic Instruction

• Implement the skills learned into instructional periods at the home unit.

PO 513 - Attend Leadership Seminars

• Participate in 3 seminars from the following subjects:

  • • Action and Initiative

    • Adaptability

    • Credibility and Influence

    • Developing Others

    • Emotional Wellness and Resilience

    • Interpersonal Relations

    • Organizational Awareness

Level Progression: Cadets who are missing items from one training level will still be placed in the next level the following year. They will NOT be considered to have completed the previous training level though, and must continue to work towards completion of the previous level during the current training year.

Make-Up Work: Cadets who are missing items from the previous year need to make up those items before completing the current year's items.

Promotions: Most promotions are attached to the cadet's training progression. A cadet cannot be promoted to a rank if they are missing the training requirements for that rank.

Examples of cadets not meeting the qualification standard:

A Level 2 cadet did not complete PO X05 (Participate in a Physical Activity).

• The cadet moves on to Level 3.

• In Level 3, the first instance of X05 will complete X05 for Level 2.

• The second time that the cadet participates in X05, they will satisfy the requirements for Year 3.

• The cadet will not meet the requirements for promotion to Flight Corporal until their Level 2 training requirements are satisfied.

A Level 1 cadet only completed 15 periods of elemental training.

• The cadet moves on to Level 2.

• The first 3 periods of elemental training that they complete will satisfy their 18 periods from the previous training year.

• After completion of those periods, the 18 periods for the current training year will begin.

• The cadet will not meet the requirements for promotion to Corporal until their Level 1 training requirements are satisfied.