{"id":699,"date":"2019-05-18T19:57:54","date_gmt":"2019-05-18T19:57:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/2472armycadets.ca\/?page_id=699"},"modified":"2019-05-18T19:58:56","modified_gmt":"2019-05-18T19:58:56","slug":"f-a-q","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/2472armycadets.ca\/index.php\/f-a-q\/","title":{"rendered":"F.A.Q."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

GENERAL INFORMATION<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Q:  Who can join army cadets?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  To join army cadets, you must be at least twelve.  You must have parent\/guardian permission and legally reside in Canada.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:  How much does it cost?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  There are no membership fees.  Even the uniform is issued free of charge.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:  Can cadets be used as academic credit?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  Yes.  Cadets may receive up to 12 academic credits for a wide range of cadet qualifications.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ABOUT THE STAFF<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Q:  Who trains the cadets at the corps?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  CIC Officers, adult volunteers, and senior cadets.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:  What is the CIC?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  The Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC) is a component of the Canadian Forces Reserves.  CIC Officers are CF members who receive training as youth development officers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:  How are adult staff selected?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  All officers and volunteers are screened through the Vancouver Police Department before they can work with youth.  <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ABOUT THE PROGRAM<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Q:  Am I required to join the Canadian Forces after cadets?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  There is no obligation to join the Canadian Forces.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:  What extra activities are available through 2472 RCACC?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  We have a music program and a marksmanship program.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:  What about summer camps?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  All cadets can apply to attend summer training.  There are many courses to choose from that range from 2 to 6 weeks in duration.  You can apply for courses that specialize in band, marksmanship, expedition, leadership, or fitness.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:  Are there travel opportunities?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  Yes.  Cadets can apply for international exchanges.  Every summer, army cadets from across Canada travel to Germany, England, Scotland, Wales, and many other countries.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:  Are there employment opportunities?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A:  Yes.  Senior cadets and adult staff may be employed at summer training centers in as instructors and supervisors.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have additional questions, feel free contact us.  Go to ‘Contact Us’ at the top of the page for our address and a list of corps staff.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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