Proficiency Level Requirements 

Upon enrolment, a new cadet in the Air Cadet Program is known as a “Air Cadet” (abbreviated as Cdt), and there is no insignia worn.

Appointment (or promotion) to higher ranks occurs after the cadet has met certain nationally prescribed standards. The specific criteria for all ranks is in place to ensure that every cadet is given the same opportunity to advance, provided that they have completed the necessary training, obtained the skills or qualifications needed to be promoted, and that there is a job for that individual the desired rank.

All promotions are at the discretion of the Commanding Officer, and subject to their approval.

 

RANKS

Air Cadet Ranks

 

REQUIREMENTS FOR PROMOTIONS

It is important that you dress appropriate for the occasion. Check the unit calendar to see what the dress of the day is. If you are missing a part of your uniform, you may not be able to wear your uniform. Contact your chain of command if you are unsure.

Leading Air Cadet (LAC)

Rank LAC

Prerequisites for Promotion

  • Participated in the training program for a minimum period of five months; and
  • Have an attendance rating above 60%.

Must Also Display

  • proper dress and deportment;
  • good conduct;
  • good discipline and attitude;
  • good attendance;
  • active participation;
  • good response to direction;
  • the ability to interact positively and comfortably with others;
  • the ability to make sound judgements regarding their own actions; and
  • a willingness to accept responsibility.
Corporal (Cpl)

Prerequisites for Promotion

  • Holds the rank of Leading Air Cadet;
  • Have an attendance rating above 60%;
  • Successfully completed Level One Proficiency training; and
  • Participated in the Cadet Fitness Assessment.

Must Also Display

  • proper dress and deportment;
  • good conduct;
  • good discipline and attitude;
  • good attendance;
  • active participation;
  • good response to direction;
  • the ability to interact positively and comfortably with others;
  • the ability to make sound judgements regarding their own actions; and
  • a willingness to accept responsibility.
Flight Corporal (FCpl)

Prerequisites for Promotion

  • Completed at least six months of service at the rank of Corporal;
  • Have an attendance rating above 60%;
  • Successfully completed Level Two Proficiency training; and
  • Participated in the Cadet Fitness Assessment.

Must Also Display

  • proper dress and deportment;
  • good conduct;
  • good discipline and attitude;
  • good attendance;
  • active participation;
  • good response to direction;
  • the ability to interact positively and comfortably with others;
  • the ability to make sound judgements regarding their own actions;
  • a willingness to accept responsibility;
  • the ability to solve problems effectively;
  • the ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, peers and supervisors;
  • the ability to set a positive example for others; and
  • initiative.
Sergeant (Sgt)

Prerequisites for Promotion

  • Completed at least six months of service at the rank of Flight Corporal;
  • Have an attendance rating above 60%;
  • Successfully completed Level Three Proficiency training;
  • Achieved a minimum of “completed without difficulty” in PO 303 (Leadership); and
  • Participated in the Cadet Fitness Assessment.

Must Also Display

  • proper dress and deportment;
  • good conduct;
  • good discipline and attitude;
  • good attendance;
  • active participation;
  • good response to direction;
  • the ability to interact positively and comfortably with others;
  • the ability to make sound judgements regarding their own actions;
  • a willingness to accept responsibility;
  • the ability to solve problems effectively;
  • the ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, peers and supervisors;
  • the ability to set a positive example for others;
  • initiative
  • the ability to supervise effectively;
  • the ability to lead small teams to complete leadership assignments effectively; and
  • the ability to mentor junior cadets.
Flight Sergeant (FSgt)

Prerequisites for Promotion

  • Completed at least six months of service at the rank of Sergeant;
  • Have an attendance rating above 60%;
  • Successfully completed Level Four Proficiency training;
  • Achieved a minimum of “completed without difficulty” in PO 403 (Leadership); and
  • Participated in the Cadet Fitness Assessment.

Must Also Display

  • proper dress and deportment;
  • good conduct;
  • good discipline and attitude;
  • good attendance;
  • active participation;
  • good response to direction;
  • the ability to interact positively and comfortably with others;
  • the ability to make sound judgements regarding their own actions;
  • a willingness to accept responsibility;
  • the ability to solve problems effectively;
  • the ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, peers and supervisors;
  • the ability to set a positive example for others
  • initiative;
  • the ability to supervise effectively;
  • the ability to lead small teams to complete leadership assignments effectively;
  • the ability to motivate team members;
  • the ability to provide effective feedback to team members; and
  • a potential for planning, coordinating and conducting larger cadet activities.
Warrant Officer Second Class (WO2)

Prerequisites for Promotion

  • Completed at least six months of service at the rank of Flight Sergeant;
  • Have an attendance rating above 60%;
  • Achieved a minimum of “completed without difficulty” in PO 503 (Leadership);
  • Participated in the Cadet Fitness Assessment; and
  • Be recommended by a Merit Review Board.

Must Also Display

  • proper dress and deportment;
  • good conduct;
  • good discipline and attitude;
  • good attendance;
  • active participation;
  • good response to direction;
  • the ability to interact positively and comfortably with others;
  • the ability to make sound judgments regarding their own actions;
  • a willingness to accept responsibility;
  • the ability to solve problems effectively;
  • the ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, peers, and supervisors;
  • the ability to set a positive example for others
  • initiative;
  • the ability to supervise effectively;
  • the ability to lead small teams to complete leadership assignments effectively;
  • the ability to motivate team members;
  • the ability to provide effective feedback to team members;
  • the ability to plan, coordinate and conduct larger cadet activities; and
  • the ability to execute leadership appointments in which they will manage and mentor a team over a longer period of time.
Chief Warrant Officer (CWO)

Prerequisites for Promotion

  • Completed at least six months of service at the rank of Warrant Officer 2nd Class;
  • Have an attendance rating above 60%;
  • Participated in the Cadet Fitness Assessment; and
  • Be recommended by a Merit Review Board.

Must Also Display

  • proper dress and deportment;
  • good conduct;
  • good discipline and attitude;
  • good attendance;
  • active participation;
  • good response to direction;
  • the ability to interact positively and comfortably with others;
  • the ability to make sound judgements regarding their own actions;
  • a willingness to accept responsibility;
  • the ability to solve problems effectively;
  • the ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, peers and supervisors;
  • the ability to set a positive example for others
  • initiative;
  • the ability to supervise effectively;
  • the ability to lead small teams to complete leadership assignments effectively;
  • the ability to motivate team members;
  • the ability to provide effective feedback to team members;
  • the ability to plan, coordinate and conduct larger cadet activities; and
  • the ability to execute leadership appointments in which they will manage and mentor a team over a longer period of time.
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