Civil Air Patrol Cadet Officer School

Requirements:

• Level 4 qualified by 1 Sep 2024.
• Age (Minimum): 16 years old as of 11 July 2024.
• Minimum rank of WO2.
• Must be available for the full duration of the course.
• Will be returning to the squadron for the 24/25 training year to impart knowledge and leadership skills from the program to the local squadron.
• Language: Fluent in English language (both oral and written in an academic environment)
• Physical fitness: Must be capable of participating in periods of moderate to vigorous physical activities (physical training (PT), team sports, etc.).
• Must have a valid Canadian Passport that is not expiring within 6 months of return date to Canada.
• May have to complete interview and selection process IAW CJCR Gp O 8060-7
• Activated C365 account and access to Teams and Outlook.
• Medical limitations:

  Must be free from any medical condition that would prevent taking a part in all aspects of the CAP COS program.

   Must not have a medical limitation requiring cadet to be within 30 minutes of physician services, or that requires close supervision.

• Travel requirements: Must be eligible to enter the United States and have a valid passport (valid through at least 28 January 2025), and visa (if applicable) for travel to/from the United States. For more information visit the US Department of State's Visa Wizard at: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/wizard.html.

Dates:

12 to 27 July 2024

Location:

Maxwell Air Force Base
Montgomery, Alabama, United States

Delivery:

In person training only.

Description:

The Commander Natl CJCR SP GR has approved the establishment of a bi-lateral international cadet exchange with the USA Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program (CP). The objective of this exchange program is to promote friendship, mutual understanding and trust between Canada and the US in order to enhance international relations and contribute to broader social development of our youth through enhancement of knowledge and development of skills through exposure to different training methods, history and culture.

CAP COS is the pinnacle leadership activity of the CAP CP, and bases its curriculum on the fundamental notion that leadership development requires academic study, exciting hands-on projects, adult mentoring, and reflection.  The curriculum, delivered through academic instruction, seminars, and experiential learning and leadership opportunities is divided into six blocks that include leadership, communication, character, airspace and cyberspace, strategic thinking and administration.

This is a Nationally Directed Activity (NDA) vice CTC Course. Selected cadets will meet at a centralized location prior to travelling to the USA. Training centre will provide host country brief, confirm cadet meets prerequisites to participate in training and ensure cadet meets all requirements for travel. Cadets will participate in activities established by the USA Civil Air Patrol Cadet Officer School Program as well as other aviation related training opportunities. Visit the Civil Air Patrol website to learn more.