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'''Prerequisites:''' 12 years of age or above (age limit waived if a participant in a Middle School Squadron and in 6th grade)<ref>https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/join/youth-in-cadet-program/cadet-faqs/how-old-do-i-have-to-be-to-join</ref>, U.S. Citizenship (or waiver), active membership. | '''Prerequisites:''' 12 years of age or above (age limit waived if a participant in a Middle School Squadron and in 6th grade)<ref>https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/join/youth-in-cadet-program/cadet-faqs/how-old-do-i-have-to-be-to-join</ref>, U.S. Citizenship (or waiver), active membership. | ||
'''Other Requirements:''' N/A | '''Other Requirements:''' N/A | ||
'''Special Requirements:''' N/A | '''Special Requirements:''' N/A | ||
Revision as of 10:30, 11 January 2023
Cadet Programs
The Mission of Civil Air Patrol Cadet Programs is to Transform youth into dynamic Americans and aerospace leaders [1]. Cadet Programs activities occur on the squadron, group, region, and national level, and explore all areas of the 3 Missions of the Civil Air Patrol.
Cadet Achievement
Cadet Achievement is a broad term that encompasses cadet promotions, awards, and recognitions.
Stripes to Diamonds
"Stripes to Diamonds" is a term that refers to the progression from "stripes" or Phase 1 promotions, to "diamonds", referring to the diamond insignia of C/Maj, C/LtCol, and C/Col. Cadet promotions are typically recognition of completing a set of aerospace, leadership, physical fitness, character development, and drill and ceremonies tests and activities.
Cadets are eligible for promotion every 56 days, with special expedited promotions being given to cadets based on their level of participation in their High Schools Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps programs or JROTC.
Phase 1 - The Learning Phase
Phase 1 is the entry phase to Civil Air Patrol which encompasses the grades of C/AB-C/SrA. Cadets in phase 1 make up the majority of inflight cadets and are working to improve their followership skills and cadet program knowledge. Cadets in Phase 1 are expected to display a positive, team-oriented attitude, listen actively and attentively to guidance given, and hold a sense of responsibility while working to develop crucial time management skills.
Cadet Airman Basic
Cadet Airman Basic is the first rank in the cadet program and it is abbreviated C/AB. There is no insignia for C/AB, and members of this grade should wear no grade on their collar. Cadet Airman Basic typically are element members who's main goal is to advance to Cadet Airman (C/Amn) within a set period of time.
Prerequisites: 12 years of age or above (age limit waived if a participant in a Middle School Squadron and in 6th grade)[2], U.S. Citizenship (or waiver), active membership.
Other Requirements: N/A Special Requirements: N/A
Cadet Airman
Prerequisites: Cadet Airman Basic, current CAP membership, ability to recite the CAP cadet oath, active participation.