Any youth can join as a cadet if they are between the ages of 12-17 and may remain as a cadet until they are 21. 

At squadron meetings, cadets are trained in military drill, customs and courtesies, and uniform wear.  They also participate  in military leadership, aerospace education, moral leadership, safety, emergency services, and homeland security instruction. 

 

In order to advance in rank, cadets must do the following:

Pass the appropriate leadership test for the achievement

Pass an aerospace education test if required for that achievement

Attend meetings and actively participate on a regular basis

Attend a moral leadership class

Pass one session of physical training requirement for the achievement

Perform at the expected level of their current grade in regard to both practical drill and general knowledge, in addition to demonstrating commitment to their current position and to the squadron.

*Cadet officers have additional requirements for each achievement as required by National Headquarters

To see cadets who have currently been promoted click here

Learn To Read  Rank

Cadet Oath and Pledges

Cadet Chain of Command

Drill & Ceremonies Manual

Custom & Courtesies Manual

Leadership Text Books

Honor Guard

Forms

 

New members are given a cadet mentor to assist them in their training.

For More Information Contact Capt Hoffman at ahoffman@nj.rr.com