For each of these classifications cadets study a variety of subjects including airmanship, navigation, first aid, communications, principles of flight, airframes and propulsion. These subjects are studied using Air Cadet Publications or 'ACPs'.
Each successive classification allows a cadet greater participation. For example, cadets must be First Class before they can take part in some activities such as
Cadets who have achieved the Master Air Cadet classification have completed their academic training and can attain a BTEC Award in Aviation Studies. Instructor cadets wear a yellow lanyard over the left shoulder, and are allowed to teach other cadets.
Cadets can also qualify for various other BTEC awards through the training that is carried out at squadron. e.g. BTEC Public Services
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1st Class Cadet |
To be eligible to sit the First Class Cadet examination cadets must be enrolled and must have completed the syllabus for the subjects. |
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Leading Cadet |
To be eligible to sit the Leading Cadet examinations, a cadet must have been appointed as a First Class Cadet and have completed the appropriate syllabus training. |
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Senior Cadet |
To be eligible to sit the Senior Cadet examinations, a cadet must have been appointed as a Leading Cadet and have completed the appropriate syllabus training. |
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Master Air Cadet |
To be eligible to sit the Master Air Cadet examinations, a cadet must have been appointed as a Senior Cadet and have completed the appropriate syllabus training including.
On Completion of the Master Air Cadet Exams, Cadets are awarded the BTEC in Aviation Studies |
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Instructor
Cadet |
Cadets must have: a. Been appointed as a Master Air Cadet. b. Reached the age of at least 16 years. c. Completed at least 2 years enrolled service. d. Attended at least one Corps annual camp. e. Completed the First Class Shot Test within the last 12 months. |
If you are a Cadet from the Squadron you can Log In to download ACP's
