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Program: Sea Cadets
Program Contact Information:
CDR Glenn McAndrews
Cincinnati, Ohio
513-378-9373
glenmcand@yahoo.com
http://www.cincyseacadets.org
Description
The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is a nationwide organization dedicated to helping American youth realize personal success and achievement through a nautically oriented program. Through Sea Cadet leadership, young Americans age 13 through 17 develop interest and skill in basic seamanship and its naval adaptations, while learning the value of patriotism, courage, self reliance, teamwork and accountability.
Membership in the Sea cadets allows teenagers to sample military life with no obligation to join any armed forces. Should cadets decide to enlist in the Navy or Coast Guard, their training may allow them entry at an advanced paygrade. The Naval Sea Cadet Corps affords equal opportunity for participation to all young Americans regardless of race, color, religion or sex.
Sea Cadets are exposed to a broad range of subjects designed to develop the whole person concept, and have many opportunities to participate in hands-on training aboard Navy and Coast Guard ships and shore activities and training schools. Some of the advanced training courses available to Sea Cadets include Airman School, SEAL Team Training, FAA Ground School and Flight Training, Amphibious Training, Seabee Indoctrination, Medical Training, Leadership Academy, Submarine Orientation and more.
Promotions within Sea cadets are based upon merit. Cadet Recruits enter as E-1s, and upon successful completion of boot camp and other academic requirements may be advanced to the Apprentice rate (E-2). As cadets receive additional training, they may advance through the rate structure, eventually attaining the rate of Chief Petty Officer (E-7).
The Naval Sea Cadets Corps also participates in an International Sea Cadets Exchange Program with several countries including Canada, United Kingdom, Belgium, Japan, The Netherlands and other countries in Europe and Asia. Each summer selected cadets have the opportunity to meet and train with their foreign counterparts.
To qualify for the U.S. Naval Sea Cadets, you must be: 13 years or older and not have reached your 18th birthday, a citizen or legal resident of the United states, in good health and pass a qualifying physical examination, a full time student in good academic standing, unmarried and of good moral character.
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