Cadet Training Centre (CTC) Summer Courses 2024
Courses at Cadet Training Centres will be offered in-person! Common Courses are open to all elements. The additional three categories are listed by element for training geared to Sea, Army and Air Cadets.
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Common Courses
| Course | Description | Duration | Prerequisites | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Marksmanship (ITM) | The Introduction to Marksmanship Course enables cadets to acquire specialized skills and knowledge in marksmanship, facilitating their participation in zone and regional marksmanship competitions. It equips them to mentor junior cadets in marksmanship while advancing the skills learned in the program. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor (ARMI) | The Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to further personal marksmanship knowledge and skills, and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of an Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor. Activities include marksmanship techniques, instructional techniques, and coaching. Cadets attending this course will also have an opportunity to progress in their marksmanship level qualification. | 4 weeks |
Training Year 3+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Vernon CTC, Whitehorse CTC Updated |
| Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial (ITDC) | The Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial Course engages cadets with the chance to enhance their leadership abilities and deepen their knowledge and skills in drill and ceremonial practices acquired in the program. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Course (DCI) | The Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Drill and Ceremonial Instructor. Activities include advanced drill, instructional techniques and leadership in the conducting of parades and ceremonies. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, Whitehorse CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Introduction to Fitness and Sports (ITFS) | The Introduction to Fitness and Sports Course offers cadets a chance to refine skills acquired in the Corps/Squadron Program, aiding in fitness and sports training within the Corps/Squadron Program. Additionally, participants learn about embracing a healthy lifestyle. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Fitness and Sports Instructor Course (FSI) | The Fitness and Sports Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to further personal fitness and healthy living knowledge and skills, and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Fitness and Sports Instructor. Activities include personal fitness, healthy living, conducting the Cadet Fitness Assessment, and leading physical activities. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Vernon CTC |
| Introduction to Military Band (ITMB) | The Introduction to Military Band Course allows cadets to continue honing their understanding and proficiency in music, drill, ceremonial practices, and leadership skills acquired through the corps/squadron program or regional activities. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ |
Blackdown CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
| Military Band Musician (MB) | The Military Band Musician Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills to support participation in and / or leading corps/squadron military bands. Activities include music training and band activities such as music theory, music technique, band drill, leadership and performing ensemble music. Cadets attending this course will also have the opportunity to progress in their music proficiency level qualifications. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ Music Proficiency Level: Musician Level II |
Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
| Introduction to Pipe Band (ITPB) | The Introduction to Pipe Band Course allows cadets to continue honing their understanding and proficiency in music, drill, ceremonial practices, and leadership skills acquired through the corps/squadron program or regional activities. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ |
Blackdown CTC |
| Pipe Band Musician (PB) | The Pipe Band Musician Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills to support participation in and / or leading corps/squadron pipe bands. Activities include music training and band activities such as music theory, music technique, band drill, leadership and performing pipe band music. Cadets attending this course will also have the opportunity to progress in their music proficiency level qualifications. | 4 weeks | Training Year 3+ Music Proficiency Level: Pipes and Drums Level II |
Blackdown CTC |
Sea Cadet Courses
| Course | Description | Duration | Prerequisites | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seamanship (Sea) | The Seamanship Course offers cadets the chance to expand upon their previously acquired seamanship skills from the corps level and engage in advanced seamanship activities. These activities encompass ropework, rigging, serving as a crew member in whaler operation, participating in a day sail on a training vessel, and learning naval communication. Successful completion of this course enables cadets to attain Communications 1 and 2 qualifications. | 2 weeks |
Training Year 2+ |
Bagotville CTC, HMCS Ontario CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
| Ship's Boat Operator (SBO) | The Ship’s Boat Operator Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop advanced seamanship skills and participate in Small Craft Operator Program (SCOP) training. Activities include ropework, marine navigation, naval visual communication training and a multi-day on-water trip. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve qualifications in SCOP2 (Attain the ROC (M) with DSC Endorsement), SCOP 3 (Operate a Powerboat with an Outboard Engine) and obtain a standard first aid qualification. | 4 weeks |
Training Year 3+ SCOP Module 1 |
Bagotville CTC, HMCS Ontario CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
| Sail 1 Course (S1) | Sail Course 1 provides cadets an opportunity to develop sailing skills. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve qualifications in CANSail 1–2. | 3 weeks |
Training Year 2+ |
Bagotville CTC, HMCS Ontario CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
| Sail 2 Course (S2) | Sail Course 2 provides cadets an opportunity to further develop sailing skills and participate in Small Craft Operator Program (SCOP) training. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve qualifications in CANSail 3–4 , SCOP Module 2 (Restricted Radio Operator's Certificate [Maritime]) and SCOP Module 3 (Operate a Powerboat with an Outboard Engine). | 6 weeks | CanSail 1–2 SCOP Module 1 Training Year 3+ |
Bagotville CTC, HMCS Ontario CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
Army Cadet Courses
| Course | Description | Duration | Prerequisites | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Expedition Team Leader Course (ETL) |
The Expedition Team Leader Course provides cadets an opportunity to cultivate outdoor leadership skills and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of an Expedition Team Leader within the Army Cadet Program. Activities include navigation, a multi-day expedition, adventure training, leadership, and instructional technique. |
4 weeks |
Training Year 3+ Preferred: Expedition Team Member and/or Cadet Expedition Site Training (PO 326). |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, Whitehorse CTC |
Expedition Team Member Course (ETM) |
The Expedition Team Member Course allows cadets to deepen their understanding and proficiency in expedition-related knowledge and skills. It focuses on building the foundational competencies required for serving as an Expedition Team Member. Activities encompass navigation training, a five-day expedition, and specialized adventure training. |
2 weeks |
Training Year 2+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, Vernon CTC |
Mountain Bike Instructor Course (MBI) |
The Mountain Bike Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop the specialist skills required to perform as a Mountain Bike Instructor at the cadet corps, summer training centre and on expeditions. Activities include riding a mountain bike on intermediate and advanced trails, conducting a mountain bike activity, and performing repairs on a mountain bike. |
2 weeks |
Training Year 4+ Must be able to ride a bike Preferred: Expedition Team Leader, Expedition Team Member, and/or Cadet Expedition Site Training (PO 326 or PO 426). |
Rocky Mountain CTC |
Basic Parachutist Course (BPC) |
The Basic Parachutist Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge to become a Canadian Forces (CF) Basic Paratrooper. Cadets selected for this course will participate in intense high-level physical training activities in remote locations and in high altitudes. Prior to attending the course, cadets will need to be certified by a CF medical officer as being physically and mentally fit, with no medical limitations. |
5 weeks |
Training Year 4+ Age 16 as of 1 Jul of activity participation Minimum fitness prerequisite of 31 continuous sit-ups, 7 continuous chin-ups and a 1600-metre run in under 7:30 minutes. |
Trenton CTC |
Air Cadet Courses
| Course | Description | Duration | Prerequistes | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aviation Technology and Aerospace (ATA) |
The Aviation Technology and Aerospace Course offers cadets the chance to lay the groundwork in aerospace studies, airport operations, and the principles of aircraft manufacturing and maintenance. Activities within this program encompass exploring aerospace concepts, learning about aerodrome operations, and gaining insight into aircraft manufacturing and maintenance processes. | 2 weeks | Training Year 2+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
Advanced Aviation Course (AA) |
The Advanced Aviation Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for aviation activities. Activities include instructional techniques, aviation communication, and meteorology. |
4 weeks |
Training Year 3+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC |
Glider Pilot Training Course (GPTC) |
The Glider Pilot Training Course is a six- or seven-week training program that results in successful candidates graduating with their Transport Canada Glider Pilot License. |
6-7 weeks |
Training Year 3+ 16 years of age by 1 Sep of activity participation Additional requirements are detailed in CJCR Gp Order 8060-7 |
St-Jean CFTC, Trenton CFTC |
Power Pilot Training Course (PPTC) |
The Power Pilot Training Course is a seven-week training program that results in successful candidates graduating with their Transport Canada Power Pilot License. |
7 weeks |
Training Year 4+ 17 years of age by 1 Sep of activity participation Additional requirements are detailed in CJCR Gp Order 8060-7 |
Various Locations |
Introduction to Survival (ITS) |
The Introduction to Survival Course allows cadets to cultivate essential aircrew survival skills. Activities involve practical field training and navigation exercises to enhance survival proficiency. | 2 weeks |
Training Year 2+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, Vernon CTC |
Survival Instructor Course (SI) |
Survival Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to perform the duties of a Survival Instructor and team leader for aircrew survival activities. Activities include aircrew survival skills, team and solo survival exercises, aircrew survival exercise operations, instructional technique, and navigation by map and compass. |
4 weeks |
Training Year 3+ |
Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, Whitehorse CTC |
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