The first step is to attend and observe at one of our drills. Be sure to contact the Recruiting Officer or Commanding Officer to find out when our next drill is and make sure the division isn't off on a field trip or other activity when you come. If you do come, a parent will need to stay for approximately 45 minutes to an hour for a briefing on the program, our command philosophy, and our expectations of the members of the unit.
If after that briefing the prospective cadet is still interested, they and the parent s can stay to observe they should have a lunch with them ; it is important to note that prospective cadets CANNOT be left without an adult to supervise them, and CANNOT actually participate in any unit functions unless officially enrolled.
If after observing an entire drill the prospect is still interested, they can pick up an enrollment packet to take home and work with their parents on completing the paperwork according to the attached directions. Enrollment can then be completed during Administrative Call at the beginning of the next drill, or by other arrangements.
Enrollments will not be processed until all required documents, signatures, and payment are received. Further, the unit reserves the right to deny enrollment to anyone the officers feel does not show the proper motivation and attitude for successful participation in the program.
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Back to top of page 8. Back to top of page 9. Back to top of page Powell traveled to Alabama for one such camp to learn about space. Registration fees vary per unit. The program is sponsored by the Navy and Coast Guard. Novinger has been involved with the Sea Cadets for eight years. She and her husband Scott, a retired petty officer second class, enrolled their sons -- Koen, now 22, and Grant, 20 -- as Sea Cadets.
Both have become submariners in the Navy. While the U. Naval Sea Cadets' primary mission is not to convince young people to enlist in the military or consider attending a service academy, they train on naval and military installations. Navy SEALs assist with the program, as do other active-duty, Reserve and former service members among the corps' 2, volunteers. From to August , a total of Sea Cadets had been admitted to the U.
Naval Academy , Jennifer Cragg, director of strategic communications for the Sea Cadets, said in an email. Scholarship opportunities are available, and corps graduates can enter the military at a higher rank -- provided they show proof of advancing to the E2 or E3 pay grade while in the Sea Cadets, Cragg said. Pippin plans to stick with the program through high school, following the path forged by U. Klema spent six years with the corps, rising to chief petty officer before graduating recently.
Cadets who choose to enlist in the military also tend to do better and stay in longer. Each cadet who enters the armed services is a disciplined, well-trained individual who typically adjusts better to the rigors of military service than those with no experience.
Being a Sea Cadet can help individuals become more competitive for certain programs. Naval Academy were former Sea Cadets. We think some of this can be attributed to the unparalleled training experience received as a Sea Cadet. All prospective cadets must be U. Cadets must be unmarried, drug-free, and alcohol-free. Successful academic progress is required as well at least a "C"-grade point average. Cadet applicants must complete a medical examination similar to a high school sports physical and submit proof of immunization against common diseases.
Cadets must also be physically and mentally able to participate in the basic required activities of the program, such as team-based physical training, close-order military drill, classroom instruction, and for Sea Cadets only annual overnight away-from-home training programs.
Adult volunteer applicants must be free of felony convictions, be in good standing within the community, and be in good health commensurate with their age group. Applicants must submit proof of immunization against common diseases. The U. Naval Sea Cadet Corps will never discriminate based on race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, color, religion, or national origin. It is very important to us to promote a culture of inclusion in our Sea Cadet family. This is our insurance plan, designed to keep you covered in the low likelihood of something happening during a cadet-sponsored training event.
It is important to us that the membership fees are minimal in order to be accessible to as many people as possible. Some units may also charge an additional administrative fee. Annual enrollment fees are based on the cost of program operation and administration. Surplus U. These uniforms, in turn, are then made available to cadets at a minimal cost for shipping and handling. Uniform needs that cannot be met through this source may be purchased at Navy Exchange Uniform Shops.
While cadet units are organized along military lines, their main purpose is to foster good citizenship and an interest and appreciation of our nation's sea services. Cadets and volunteers are also quick to name the wonderful by-products of our training program: new friends, a sense of accomplishment from overcoming obstacles and involvement with the community.
Time commitment varies from unit-to-unit, but a typical unit will meet for one weekend a month, called a drill weekend. Additional training opportunities of varying lengths are often made available throughout the year.
Cadets study a broad range of subjects, all of them designed to enhance the individual. Some sessions, like community service, are designed to help them become better citizens, while other classes will teach them the importance of strong maritime forces. Cadets will study naval history, customs and traditions, seamanship, navigation and similar subjects.
To learn more about our training program, visit the Training page. Cadets are instructed by naval personnel active duty, reserve and retired , by senior cadets and by dedicated adult volunteer leaders who make up the USNSCC Officer Corps.
In addition to advanced training aboard naval vessels, Sea Cadets may attend advanced training evolutions such as airman training, Seabee indoctrination, SEAL challenge, military law enforcement training, and Leadership Academy.
Navy League Cadets may participate in one-week advanced training evolutions in subjects such as leadership, seamanship and boating safety. For more information on our training program, visit our Training page. After completing recruit training and other required courses of instruction, many Sea Cadets can participate in advanced training aboard Navy and Coast Guard vessels ranging from small patrol craft to large nuclear powered aircraft carriers.
While Navy League Cadets are not permitted to go to sea for extended periods, they often participate in day cruises and tours. Sea Cadets travel to training sites all over the country during the summer training period. Exchange cadets are selected on a merit basis; each cadet must have an outstanding record as well as good standing within his or her home unit. It is less arduous, but still includes a wide variety of training opportunities designed to give League Cadets exposure to Navy life.
When joining the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, cadets are required to have attended a two-week away-from-home recruit training in order to rise in rank and participate in advanced training sessions.
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