Introduction To The Navy League Training Program

OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM 5 level rank progression Level 1 and 2 completed at corps level Remaining levels completed at OTC weekends each fall Just as we provide a training program for the cadets, we also provide a training program for our officers to assist them in their development. This training is delivered in a 5 level rank progression Level 1 and 2 are completed at the corps level under the direction of the corps CO. Testing is to be conducted by the Squadron DSO at the request of the corps CO. Once the rank of Midshipman is attained, the officer must hold that rank for a one period before progressing to ASLt. The same time frame is observed for promotion to SLt. A period of 2 years is served before promotion to Lt

SUBJECTS COVERED IN THE OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM Introduction to the Navy League Allows new members to gain some insight into the organization. Understanding Youth Issues / Abuse Recognition and Management / Harassment Policy When combined, these subjects encompass all material related to the prevention of abuse and harassment in the NL Cadet program. Environmental Awareness An introduction to environmental procedures that should be followed during NL Cadet activities. Drill Instruction on basic standing and marching movements, ceremony, and procedure. Read through subject list and answer any questions from candidates

SUBJECTS COVERED IN THE OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM Uniforms An introduction to the NL Officer uniform and its maintenance. Divisional System Information on the history, practice, and the Navy League’s use of the divisional system. Navy League Cadet Training Program A review of the material that is covered in the cadet training program. Instructional Technique Theoretical and practical aspects of teaching to cadets. Officer Like Qualities and Leadership Instruction on the methods and practices used by NL Officers when dealing with cadets. Read through subject list and answer any questions from candidates

SUBJECTS COVERED IN THE OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM Duties and Responsibilities Information on the responsibilities of different officer positions in a NL Cadet Corps. Taking Command All procedures, reports, and practices required for taking command of a NL Cadet Corps. Recruiting and Selection Discussion on recruiting plans and strategy, plus “best practices”. Branch Relations Discussion on the procedures for interacting with the local branch and how the relationship works. Read through subject list and answer any questions from candidates

SUBJECTS COVERED IN THE OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM Division Relations Discussion on the procedure for interacting with the division and how the relationship works. Staff Management and Officer Development Covers officer development, records, and delegation of duties. Local Safety Policy Information regarding safety during cadet activities and creating a safety policy. These subjects are covered in depth over the whole of the 5 year Officer training program. Over the course of the summer, we will be introducing the mandatory subjects in the Pre-Enrollment Training portion, as well as delving into some of the other subject levels in order to give you the tools you will need to become a successful Officer.

Navy League Cadet Mission Statement The objectives of Navy League Cadets are to give young girls and boys mental, moral and physical training and develop patriotism, good citizenship, a sense of duty, discipline, self-respect, and respect for others, in a nautical environment suited for young people. Navy League Cadet Mission Statement Many times over your Officer career, you will be asked the question “What is Navy League Cadets about?” or “What do you do?”. Here is the answer to the first part. Before anything else, this is the heart of what we want our cadets to come away with from our program. We need to keep this in mind when delivering all aspects of our program to these young cadets. To this point, based on this mission statement, we have come up with the following objectives that we strive to attain with every cadet

FUN SAFE INCLUDED COMMITMENT NATIONAL PRIDE LOYALTY SELF DISCIPLINE TEAMWORK SAFE SELF RESPECT SELF RELIANCE INCLUDED RESPECT FOR OTHERS The following list of objectives are based on the Mission Statement and outline the goals of the NL Cadet Training Program: • To instill in Navy League Cadets a sense of loyalty and commitment to Canada and to their community • To instill in Navy League Cadets a sense of commitment to their Corps and of loyalty and respect for their officers and instructors • To help Navy League Cadets learn self-discipline and self-respect • To help Navy League Cadets develop good physical and mental fitness • To instill in Navy League Cadets a sense of initiative and self-reliance • To develop teamwork among cadets and encourage them to help others • To give Navy League Cadets first aid training • To inform Navy League Cadets about the Canadian Cadet Movement • To create a healthy environment where Navy League Cadets can have fun INITIATIVE MENTAL FITNESS PHYSICAL FITNESS

SUBJECTS COVERED IN THE CADET TRAINING PROGRAM CTS 01 Corps Organization and Ship’s Routine CTS 02 Wearing and Maintenance of Uniform CTS 03 Navy League Movement CTS 04 Drill CTS 05 Canadian Citizenship CTS 06 Seamanship CTS 07 Naval Knowledge CTS 08 Boat work CTS 01 - The aim of this subject is to familiarize new cadets with basic organizational knowledge in order to ease them into the system. CTS 02 - The aim of this subject is to teach cadets the proper method of wearing and maintaining the uniform. CTS 03 - The aim of this subject is to inform cadets of the history and objectives of the Navy League. CTS 04 - The aim of this subject is for the cadets to learn the minimum number of movements to perform in a parade with a march past CTS 05 - The aim of this subject is to instill national, community, and corps pride in the cadets, and to allow them the opportunity to perform volunteer acts within the community. CTS 06 - The aim of this subject is to teach cadets the seamanship skills necessary for sailing, and to introduce them to fancy Ropework. CTS 07 - The aim of this subject is to teach cadets about a wide range of significant naval topics. CTS 08 - The aim of this subject is to enhance the cadets interest in boating and to teach basic skills.

SUBJECTS COVERED IN THE CADET TRAINING PROGRAM CTS 09 First Aid CTS 10 Leadership CTS 11 Orienteering CTS 12 Introduction to Cadets CTS 13 Recreation and Sports Read through subject list and answer any questions from candidates. CTS 09 - The aim of this subject is to introduce cadets to First Aid and to foster an interest in further developing FA skills. Ensure that candidates are aware that CTS 09 is no longer taught by Navy League officers as part of the regulated program. It may be offered under the Saint John Life Saver program as optional training. CTS 10 - The aim of this subject is to teach cadets basic leadership theory and to provide them with leadership experience. CTS 11 - The aim of this subject is to teach cadets how to read a map and determine a position using information on a map. CTS 12 - The aim of this subject is to introduce cadets to the three elements of the Canadian Cadet Movement CTS 13 - The aim of this subject is to further develop skills taught in mandatory subjects through fun activities and friendly competition, as well as to encourage personal fitness. Express the importance of CTS 13. This is where officers can flex their creative muscles by developing fun and interactive lessons and activities to help hammer home more difficult concepts and to reinforce teaching points. Give examples like knot games, rank races, elimination drill.

NL 220 Cadet Training Standards To achieve this, the Cadet Training Standards were developed in order to meet the needs of the program. The Cadet Training Standards operate in the same 5 level system as the Officer standards we just covered. With the main difference being the time frame used. Levels 1 to 4 are each half year programs consisting of 30 periods of instruction while Level 5 is considered a full year of 60 periods of instruction. Promotions are as listed in the diagram while at Level 5, Cadets are promoted to PO2 and may be appointed to the higher ranks of PO1, CPO2 and CPO1 based on merit and ability

NL 220 – CADET TRAINING STANDARDS TRAINING SUMMARY Explain layout of training summary as found in the NL 220. Again stress the idea that instructors are to develop and use CTS 13 classes as fun reinforcement of taught principles from each level. These classes have to have as much time and development as a regular class lesson plan.

NL 220 – CADET TRAINING STANDARDS TRAINING FORMAT These training formats are not lesson plans. They are layout formats which informs you of the details of what your class should consist of. This is the base information to be used in developing your own lesson plan which will best suit your personal instructional style. (Go on to explain and give descriptions of each block that makes up the training format

GREAT INFORMATION BUT ONLY IF IT IS ACTUALLY READ, UNDERSTOOD AND USED NL 220 SUMMARY PRIMARY SOURCE OF INFORMATION FOR LESSON DEVELOPMENT PROVIDES TIPS FOR SCHEDULING CLASSES PROVIDES EXAMPLES FOR METHODS OF INSTRUCTION PROVIDES CONTENT SUMMARIES BY LEVEL AND SUBJECT TELLS YOU WHAT IS EXPECTED FOR EVALUATIONS GREAT INFORMATION BUT ONLY IF IT IS ACTUALLY READ, UNDERSTOOD AND USED