Summer Training

Summer training 2024 (Updated June 18)

 

Summer training joining instructions 2024 will be posted below once released. Travel Orders and Offers of Participations will be sent directly to the cadets (and Parents/Guardians) selected for courses.

• CTC Joining Instructions – Generic Instructions
• Required Forms
  • Packing List – Common-Packing-Checklist-EN-form
  • Direct Deposit Authorization Form – Common-Form-Direct-Deposit-EN
  • Code of Conduct – Annex-A-5019-6-Cadet-Code-of-Conduct-En
  • Personal Property Log – Common-Personal-Property-Log-EN-form
• If Applicable Form
  • Medication Record – Common-Form-Medication-Record-EN
  • Cadet Transportation Form – Common-Transportation-EN-form
  • Time-Off Authorization Form – Common-Time-Off-Request-Authorization-Consent-EN

Summer training Courses (Updated Apr 07)

Summer Training Courses – Summer 2024 – More Information can be Found Here (Canada.ca)

There is a wide variety of training courses that are being offered for 2024. With a combination of instructor led, and self-paced courses, cadets will be able to earn qualifications, learn new skills, and connect with friends across Canada. Lower on this page is course descriptions and prerequisites. 

Summer Courses Times/Dates (Please add 2 days before and after to add to your plans for travel) Parents can attend the graduation ceremonies of the courses upon request to the CTC. Some courses may have virtual pre-training activities to complete. Dates will be posted once we confirm the selection of time our cadets can attend each course. 

Course applications are closed!!!

 

Common Courses (Open to all elements)

• Introduction to Marksmanship: 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. 
  • Duration: 2 weeks Dates: Aug 12-23, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
  • Locations: Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC)

• Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor: 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.
  • Duration: 4 weeks Dates: July 29-Aug 23, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
  • Locations: Rocky Mountain CTC (Rocky Mountain House, AB), Whitehorse CTC (Whitehorse, YK)

• Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial: 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.
  • Duration: 2 weeks Dates: Aug 12-23, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
  • Locations: Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC), Rocky Mountain CTC (Rocky Mountain House, AB)

• Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Course: 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.
  • Duration: 4 weeks Dates: July 15 – Aug 9, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
  • Locations: Rocky Mountain CTC (Rocky Mountain House, AB), Whitehorse CTC (Whitehorse, YK)

• Introduction to Fitness and Sports: 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.
  • Duration: 2 weeks Dates: 3 sets, A=July 15-26, B=July 29-Aug 9, 2024. C=Aug 12-23, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
  • Locations: Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC)

• Fitness and Sports Instructor Course: 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.
  • Duration: 4 weeks Dates: July 15 – Aug 9, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
  • Locations: Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC)

• Introduction to Military Band: 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.
  • Duration: 2 weeks Dates: Aug 12-23, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
  • Locations: HMCS Quadra CTC (Comox, BC)

• Military Band Musician: 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.
  • Duration: 4 weeks Dates: July 15 – Aug 9, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+, Music Proficiency Level: Musician Level II
  • Locations: HMCS Quadra CTC (Comox, BC)

• Introduction to Pipe Band: 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.
  • Duration: 2 weeks Dates: Aug 5 – 15, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
  • Locations: Blackdown CTC (Borden, ON)

• Pipe Band Musician: 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.
  • Duration: 4 weeks
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+, Music Proficiency Level: Pipes and Drums Level II
  • Locations: Blackdown CTC (Borden, ON)

 

Air Cadet Courses

• Aviation Technology and Aerospace: 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.
  • Duration: 2 weeks Dates: Aug 12-23, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
  • Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB), HMCS Quadra CTC (Comox, BC)

• Advanced Aviation Course: 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.
  • Duration: 4 weeks Dates: July 15 – Aug 9, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
  • Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB), HMCS Quadra CTC (Comox, BC)

• Introduction to Survival: 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.
  • Duration: 2 weeks Dates: Aug 12-23, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
  • Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB)

• Survival Instructor Course: 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.
  • Duration: 4 weeks Dates: July 15 – Aug 9, 2024
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
  • Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB), Whitehorse CTC (Whitehorse, YK)

 

Virtual Courses (online courses)

Cadets attending the TDLC require:

• Laptop/computer
• Stable Internet connection
• Webcam and microphone
• Active Cadet365 account 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Teams

• Basic Coder: The Basic Coder course provides cadets the opportunity to explore coding and digital creativity. Activities include learning to use block code in Minecraft and coding a VR robot. Cadets will develop a digital community, compete in eSports competitions, and engage in discussions with the Canadian Armed Forces. 
  • Duration: 2 weeks (8-19 July 2024)
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
• Nova Quest: The Nova Quest course provides cadets the opportunity to explore the Canadian Aerospace industry, its exciting past, and the potential future for advanced space technologies. Activities include simulating life in space, and its intricacies in survival, communication, and exploration, identifying celestial objects, and exploring new technologies in the aerospace world
  • Duration: 2 weeks (5-16 August 2024)
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+, Minimum Hardware:
    • Processor: Intel® Core™ i5, or AMD Ryzen™ 5
    • Memory/RAM: 8 GB
    • Disk Space: 3 GB
    • Graphics Card: graphic card must support OpenGL 2.0.
    • 1 GB (minimum)
    • No Chrome Books or Apple Computers
• Basic Microdrone Operator: The Basic Microdrone Operator course provides cadets the opportunity to learn about drones in the Canadian Armed Forces, prepare for the Transport Canada exam, and explore careers involving drones. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve Transport Canada certification.
  • Duration: 2 weeks (5-16 August 2024)
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
• Small Craft Operator: The Small Craft Operator Course provides cadets the opportunity to learn about vessel operations, restrictions, and navigation. They will also learn about aspects of on-water communication, such as distress signals, Maritime Mobile Service, and Radio Operations. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve SCOP Module 1 (Pleasure Craft Operator Competency) and SCOP Module 2 (Restricted Radio Operator’s Certificate [Maritime]).
  • Duration: 2 weeks (22 July – 2 August 2024)
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
• Support Services Team Leader: The Support Services Team Leader course provides cadets the opportunity to gain an understanding of the internal operations of cadet corps and squadron and how to provide support areas such as Supply and Administration. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve WHMIS Certification.
  • Duration: 2 weeks (8-19 July 2024)
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+ , Digital Camera (Mobile or Separate)
• Cyber Safety and Security Team Leader: The Cyber Safety and Security Team Leader course provides cadets with the opportunity to engage with cyber security experts in the Canadian Armed Forces, recognize security measures in Windows and Linux, and participate in a cybersecurity competition. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve the Cyber Leader certification. This will help them practice safe online behaviours and be prepared to lead cybersecurity activities in their corps or squadron.
  • Duration: 2 weeks (22 July – 2 August 2024)
  • Prerequisites: Training Year 3+ ,  Laptop/computer able to operate VMware player (not compatible with Chromebooks)