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Virtual Cadet Summer Training Courses Description & Dates


Virtual Basic Aviation

The Virtual Basic Aviation course is an opportunity for cadets to experiment with fundamentals of aviation through a series of activities. It will prepare them to further pursue aviation training in the Air Cadet program. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 13 and 15 ideally in years 1 or 2 of the Air Cadet Program.

Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021
Virtual Advanced Aviation

The Virtual Advanced Aviation course is for cadets to wish to develop as a specialist in aviation. They will practice the skills required to be an instructor and team leader for aviation activities. This program will prepare them to further pursue aviation training in the Air Cadet program, including applying for Glider or Power. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 14 and 16, ideally in years 2, 3 or 4 of the Air Cadet Program.

Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021
Virtual Aerospace

The Virtual Aerospace course promotes an interest in aerospace careers by introducing aspects of astronomy, history and aerospace technology through engaging activities in cosmology, rocketry and research projects. Cadets will complete a series of activities and projects as they explore aerospace. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 13 and 15, ideally in years 2 or 3 of the Air Cadet Program.

Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021

Virtual Airport Operations

The Virtual Airport Operations course is designed to develop a specialist cadet with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for airport-operational activities within the Air Cadet Program and to stimulate an interest in roles in airport operations in the aviation industry. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 13 and 16, ideally in years 2, 3 or 4 of the Air Cadet Program.

Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021
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Virtual Survival

The Virtual Survival course develops a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an assistant instructor and syndicate leader for survival activities and serve as an opportunity to further prepare for survival training within the Air Cadet Program. Cadets will have an opportunity to apply practical skills and participate in a backyard FTX. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 13 and 15, ideally in years 1, 2 or 3 of the Air Cadet Program.
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Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021

Virtual Pleasure Craft Operator Competency

The Virtual Pleasure Craft Operator Competency (PCOC) provides the cadets an opportunity to achieve the PCOC qualification. Course content will include description of applicable regulations and policies, personal safety when on board a vessel and recognising navigational aids. Cadets applying for this course should be 14-16 years of age and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.

Duration: 1 week
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Dates: 05 Jul - 09 Jul 2021
          12 Jul - 16 Jul 2021
          19 Jul - 23 Jul 2021
          26 Jul - 30 Jul 2021
          02 Aug - 06 Aug 2021

          ​09 Aug - 13 Aug 2021
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​Virtual Restricted Operator's Certificate (M)

The Virtual Restricted Operator’s Certificate (Maritime) provides the cadets an opportunity to achieve the ROC(M) qualification. Course content includes Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems, regulations and policy and Digital Selective Calling. Cadets applying for this course should have the Pleasure Craft Operator Competency qualification, be 14-16 years of age, and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.
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Duration: 1 week
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Dates: 05 Jul - 09 Jul 2021
          12 Jul - 16 Jul 2021
          19 Jul - 23 Jul 2021
          26 Jul - 30 Jul 2021
          02 Aug - 06 Aug 2021

          ​09 Aug - 13 Aug 2021
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Virtual Military Band - Basic

​The Military Band – Basic Musician course provides cadets an opportunity to participate in music training and military band activities, to prepare them to support corps / squadron music programs. Activities include maintaining a primary instrument, music theory and demonstrating rhythm skills. Cadets must have an instrument to participate in music training. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 12 and 14 and have successfully completed Proficiency Level One.

Duration: 3 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours + 30 min of private lesson per week
Dates: 05 Jul - 23 Jul 2021
          26 Jul - 13 Aug 2021
Virtual Military Band - Intermediate

The Military Band – Intermediate Musician course provides cadets an opportunity to participate in music training and military band activities, to prepare them to support corps / squadron music programs. Activities include maintaining a primary instrument, music theory, and individual lessons. Cadets must have an instrument to participate in music training. Cadets applying for this course should have obtained a Military Band Music Level Basic, be between the ages of 13 and 15 and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Two.
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Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours + 30 min of private lesson per week
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021
Virtual Military Band - Advanced
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The Military Band – Advanced Musician course provides cadets an opportunity to participate in advanced music training and military band activities, to prepare them to lead and instruct corps’/squadron music programs. Activities include music theory, leadership, and instructional technique. Cadets must have an instrument to participate in music training. Cadets applying for this course should have obtained a Military Band Music Level Two, be between the ages of 14 and 16 and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.
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Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours + 30 min of private lesson per week
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021

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Virtual Cadet Correspondent 
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​The Cadet Correspondent virtual workshop is a 5 session course where the cadets learn the basics of supporting Public Affairs. The modules include how to effectively use social media, take a great photo, and become a storyteller the unit / squadron. The cadets will require a device to capture imagery, this does not have to be a fancy camera, it could be a phone or tablet. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 15 and 17. The training will be a combination of instructor and self-guided content.

Duration: 1 week
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 1.5 hours of instruction with self-guided work
Dates: 05 Jul - 09 Jul 2021
          12 Jul - 16 Jul 2021
          19 Jul - 23 Jul 2021
          26 Jul - 30 Jul 2021
          02 Aug - 06 Aug 2021

          ​09 Aug - 13 Aug 2021
Introduction to Fitness and Sports 

​The Virtual Introduction to Fitness and Sports course provides cadets an opportunity to perform the duties of a fitness and sports specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to perform the role of a fitness and sports team leader for fitness and sports activities conducted at the corps / squadron. Activities include personal fitness and healthy living, and leading recreational sports. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 14 and 16 and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.

Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours + self-directed activities
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021

Virtual Coaching

The Virtual Coaching course will provide cadets the opportunity to perform coaching skills within the Cadet Program. Topic areas covered within the course will include the SMART approach to goal setting, the GROW model for coaching, and coaching skills required to coach within the cadet marksmanship and biathlon programs. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 15 and 16 and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Four.

Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021
Virtual Instructional Techniques

The Virtual Instructional Technique course will provide cadets an opportunity to perform the skills necessary for Classroom Instruction, Drill Instruction and Virtual Instruction. Topic areas covered within the course will include, how to complete a lesson plan, how to create and utilize training aids, communication techniques for face to face instruction and virtual instruction. Cadets applying for this course should be between the ages of 14 and 16 and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.

Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021
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Effective Communication

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The Effective Communication program will allow cadets to develop communication skills, focusing on attributes necessary for effective leadership and encouraging cadets to challenge themselves through competitive and motivational speaking. Cadets applying for this program should be between the ages of 13 and 15, ideally in years 2 or 3 of the cadet program.
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Duration: 6 weeks
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 3 hours
Date: 05 Jul - 13 Aug 2021​
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Cadet Cyber Training
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The Cadet Cyber Training Course will be conducted over the course of 2 weeks. Cadets will be immersed into the work of Cyber Security, learning, and securing multi-platforms operating systems (Windows 10 and Ubuntu 18) and interact with CAF/COATS Cyber Educators. Training provided will help cadets develop the Cyber Defence skills required to compete in an online competition with other groups from across the world at the end of the week. Successful participants will acquire the skill set to lead and support cadets in virtual and cyber activities within the CCO.

Duration: 2 week
Days per Week: 5 days
Hours per Week: 4 hours
Dates: 05 Jul - 16 Jul 2021
           19 Jul - 30 Jul 2021
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111 Pegasus RCACS
2025 West 11th Avenue, V6J 2C7
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778-867-7111