Cadets are allowed only two chances to fully pass their promotion test each month in order to be promoted. Cadets can only be tested by the CO and Cadet SgtMaj.
Must have a "B" average in the program.
Must pass a test on Basic Drill*
Apply themselves in the Leadership Education Classroom
Must have a "B" average in the program.
Must have participated in (1) unit event.
Must pass a test on Intermediate Drill*
Must have a "A" average in the program.
Must have participated in (1) unit event.
Must pass test on Intermediate Drill (Level 2)*
Must pass test on Physical Training and Inspection Formation.
Must pass an interview (see below) by the promotion board.
Must have an "A" average in the program.
Must have participated in (5) unit events.
Must have lead (1) unit event as (CIC)*
Must pass test on Advanced Drill*
Must properly fold and carry the American flag.
Must complete a 500-word leadership essay provided by SMI/MI.
Must pass an interview (see below) by the promotion board.
Must have an "A" average in the program.
Must have participated in (5) unit events.
Must have led (1) units events as (CIC)*
Pass test on Advanced Drill (Level 2)*
Must complete a 500-word leadership essay provided by SMI/MI.
Cadet must be of good moral standards.
Cadet must have consistent bearing while in uniform.
Must pass an interview (see below) by the promotion board.
Must have an "A" average in the program.
Must have participated in (10) unit events.
Cadet must be of good moral standards.
Cadet must have consistent bearing while in uniform.
Must write a 600-word essay on why you deserve to be promoted/how you have helped the program.
Must pass an interview (see below) by the promotion board.
Left/Right/About Face, Forward March. Platoon Halt, and Hand Salute.
Mark Time March, To the Rear March, Change Step March, Left/Right Step March.
Cadet must be able to properly call and execute commands from both Basic and Intermediate Drill.
Left/Right Obliques, Column Left/Right, Left/Right Flanks, To the Rear (From the Halt).
Cadet must be able to properly call and execute commands from Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Drill.
Marksmanship, Color Guard, PT, Orienteering, Drill, and any EHS sports or clubs. This includes Staff Positions (S1-5)
The Cadet/Officer in Charge of any unit.
A mandatory test for all NCO & SNCO promotions. Must make an appointment with CO and c/SgtMaj. Test must take place on a uniform day. Will be asked questions on general knowledge, individual leadership attributes, and have their uniform inspected. 2/3 knowledge questions and a squared-away uniform is required to pass.