Summer Training
As of Mar 18, 2024:
NEW: Information and application form for cadet exchanges for summer 2024 are posted. Apply by 28 Mar 2024!
For all other summer training courses and staff cadet applications: Only selected cadets will be notified accordingly via email in April-May. Due to a limited amount of summer training positions available, cadets are selected on a merit-basis.
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Overview of Summer 2024 training
Cadet Training Centre (CTC) Training - IN-PERSON: Courses offered to cadets who have completed their second year of training, or higher, hosted at Cadet Training Centres (CTC). Courses range in length from 2-7 weeks and take place at CTC locations across the country.
More information on each CTC Intended Locations
Technology and Digital Learning Centre (TDLC) - ONLINE: Summer 2024 will continue to leverage digital learning, using the TLDC to deliver e-learning courses to cadets from across the country.
Staff Cadet Opportunities: Cadets sixteen and older (level 4 & 5 cadets) may apply for positions as staff cadets at either CTCs or the TDLC in a variety of positions. Intent application form is due NLT 25 Feb 2024 (see below).
National Cadet Advisory Council (NCAC): In 2024, the NCAC will be hosted by the Commander, Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers Group, at two CTCs, over a six-week training period. This group will provide the opportunity for the Commander and senior staff at the headquarters to engage directly with a group of senior cadets from across the country on a variety of cadet program related topics.
More information can be found on Cadet Summer Training 2024 - Canada.ca and in the Cadet Summer Training Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Canada.ca.
Important reminder - Access to Cadet365:
In-person CTC Courses: Cadets attending an in-person course will require their Cadet365 Credentials to use the Computer Lab (to access Internet), therefore they also need to connect and complete the Cyber Awareness Course at least 2 weeks before arriving at the CTC.
TDLC (eLearning) Courses: Cadets will require their Cadet365 Credentials - see additional requirements below.
Staff Cadets: All Staff Cadets should have active Cadet365 accounts and complete the Cyber Awareness Course at least 2 weeks before they begin their training.
Get started with Cadet365 now! Contact your Level Officer if you need help with accessing Cadet365.
Cadet Training Centre (CTC) Courses - In-person
Courses offered to cadets who have completed their second year of training, or higher, hosted at Cadet Training Centres (CTC). Courses range in length from 2-7 weeks and take place at CTC locations across the country.
Course eligibility criteria ranges from level 2-5 qualified.
View the below for course requirements, dates, and serials. This form closes on Thursday 07 Mar at 11:59 PM.
CTC Courses 2024.pdf
Technology and Digital Learning Centre (TDLC) - eLearning courses (online)
Dynamic and critical eLearning courses to cadets from across the country through the TDLC. All courses are delivered through a combination of engaging online self-led asynchronous and facilitator-led synchronous activities. Cadets need access to their Cadet365 Accounts this summer for eLearning courses.
Training delivered through the TDLC occurs during weekdays and takes approximately 4 hours per day. Most of the schedule is flexible to allow a strong course/life balance for cadets.
Course eligibility criteria ranges from level 3-5 qualified.
View the below for course requirements, dates, and serials. This form closes on Thursday 07 Mar at 11:59 PM.
TDLC (E-learning) Courses 2024.pdfCadets attending the TLDC require:
Laptop/computer
Stable Internet connection
Webcam and microphone
Active Cadet365 account
Knowledge of Microsoft Teams
Staff Cadet 2024 - Intention Application Form
Level 4 & 5 cadets interested in applying for a Staff Cadet position for Summer 2024 are invited to submit their intent by completing the form below. This does not guarantee selection. Selected cadets will be notified accordingly via email.
Eligibility Criteria:
You must be 16 years of age before the first day of work and must not reach your 19th birthday before the last day of work.
Will have completed Level 4 training by the end of the current training year.
DEADLINE: Sunday 25 February 2024 at 11:59 PM.
NEW! Cadet Exchanges 2024 - Intention Application Form
Cadet exchanges are returning this year! There are limited air cadets selected from across Canada for each exchange.
Civil Air Patrol Cadet Officer School (CAP-COS) - US
International Air Cadet Exchange (IACE) - US & UK
View the exchange descriptions, requirements, and dates. This form closes on Thursday 28 Mar at 11:59 PM. Questions? Email Lt Chan.
CAP-COS & IACE 2024 Criteria.docxExchange Descriptions &
Eligibility Criteria