RANKS
CADET
Recruits are given the rank Cadet upon enrollment, although they will spend up to 4 weeks in the Recruit Troop.
Recruits are given the rank Cadet upon enrollment, although they will spend up to 4 weeks in the Recruit Troop.
TROOPER
The first promotion for a cadet is to Trooper (Tpr). Tpr is earned after five months of active participation and regular attendance. Tpr are expected to be members of a team and participate in as many activities as possible.
The first promotion for a cadet is to Trooper (Tpr). Tpr is earned after five months of active participation and regular attendance. Tpr are expected to be members of a team and participate in as many activities as possible.
CORPORAL
The promotion to Corporal (Cpl) is earned after the successful completion of Green Star training level. Cpl are expected to help all subordinate cadets. Cpl are learning to become peer leaders.
The promotion to Corporal (Cpl) is earned after the successful completion of Green Star training level. Cpl are expected to help all subordinate cadets. Cpl are learning to become peer leaders.
MASTER CORPORAL
The promotion to Master Corporal (MCpl) is earned after the successful completion of Red Star training level, and having been a Cpl for a minimum of six months. MCpl are learning to become leaders and as such are often appointed 2IC (Second-in-Command) of their section.
The promotion to Master Corporal (MCpl) is earned after the successful completion of Red Star training level, and having been a Cpl for a minimum of six months. MCpl are learning to become leaders and as such are often appointed 2IC (Second-in-Command) of their section.
SERGEANT
The promotion to Sergeant (Sgt) is earned after the successful completion of the Silver Star training level, and having been a MCpl for a minimum of six months. Sgt have been trained to lead and therefore are often appointed Section Commander, leading as many as 10 other cadets.
The promotion to Sergeant (Sgt) is earned after the successful completion of the Silver Star training level, and having been a MCpl for a minimum of six months. Sgt have been trained to lead and therefore are often appointed Section Commander, leading as many as 10 other cadets.
WARRANT OFFICER
The promotion to Warrant Officer (WO) is earned after the successful completion of the Gold Star training level, with enhanced proficiency in some subjects, and having been a Sergeant for a minimum of six months. WO are appointed Troop Commanders, Troop 2ICs and other leadership positions.
The promotion to Warrant Officer (WO) is earned after the successful completion of the Gold Star training level, with enhanced proficiency in some subjects, and having been a Sergeant for a minimum of six months. WO are appointed Troop Commanders, Troop 2ICs and other leadership positions.
MASTER WARRANT OFFICER
Promotion to Master Warrant Officer is dependent upon having held the rank of Warrant Officer for a minimum of six months. Cadets must apply and be selected by a Merit Review Board based on criteria including seniority, qualifications, experience, attendance, performance and an interview. MWO are appointed senior positions such as Drill Sergeant Major (DSM), Squadron Sergeant Major (SSM) and Training Sergeant Major (TSM). MWO report to the CWO and may work directly with the Training Officer (TrgO), Supply Officer (SupO), and Level Officers.
Promotion to Master Warrant Officer is dependent upon having held the rank of Warrant Officer for a minimum of six months. Cadets must apply and be selected by a Merit Review Board based on criteria including seniority, qualifications, experience, attendance, performance and an interview. MWO are appointed senior positions such as Drill Sergeant Major (DSM), Squadron Sergeant Major (SSM) and Training Sergeant Major (TSM). MWO report to the CWO and may work directly with the Training Officer (TrgO), Supply Officer (SupO), and Level Officers.
CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER
Promotion to Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) is dependent upon having held the rank of Master Warrant Officer for a minimum of six months. Cadets must apply and be selected by a Merit Review Board based on criteria including seniority, qualifications, experience, attendance, performance and an interview. CWO is appointed the most senior position of Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM). The CWO works directly with the Commanding Officer of the corps.
Promotion to Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) is dependent upon having held the rank of Master Warrant Officer for a minimum of six months. Cadets must apply and be selected by a Merit Review Board based on criteria including seniority, qualifications, experience, attendance, performance and an interview. CWO is appointed the most senior position of Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM). The CWO works directly with the Commanding Officer of the corps.
