General Training

There is a fixed syllabus for each cadet level that contains items such as:

• SCC Organisation / History
• SCC / RN / RAF / Army Rank Structure
• Activities available in the SCC
• RN History / Customs
• Ship's Routine
• Piping (Boatswain's Call)
• Parade Training (Foot and Rifle Drill)
• Power of Command
• Leadership
• Instructional Technique
• Seamanship and Boatwork
• Safety Awareness
• Fire Prevention
• Principles of First Aid
• Outline of Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

Advancement

There is a rank structure within the Sea Cadet Corps, similar to that in the Royal Navy. You will start as a New Entry and then progress through Cadet, Ordinary Cadet, Able Cadet, Leading Cadet and Cadet Petty Officer. To achieve advancement you will need to:

• Complete a task book covering Part 1 Compulsory Training
• Complete the correct level of specialist training (not necessary until Able Cadet)
• Achieve the correct number of points from Proficiency Training
• Pass a simple test / examination