Are the Sea Cadets part of the Navy?

Are the Sea Cadets part of the Navy?

WHO WE ARE. The Sea Cadets was established by the Navy League of the United States at the request of the Department of the Navy in 1962 to “create a favorable image of the Navy on the part of American youth”.

How many sea cadet units are there?

400 units
Sea Cadets is the UK’s largest maritime youth charity, established in 1856 and working in over 400 units with 14,000 cadets aged between 10 and 18. Cadets learn life skills like leadership and team working through nautical adventure activities, and can earn extra qualifications which give youngsters a head start.

Is cadet a military rank?

Officer Cadet is a rank held by military cadets during their training to become commissioned officers.

Who is the patron of the Sea Cadets?

HM The Queen
Today we are proud to have, HM The Queen as our Patron.

How do you join the Sea Cadet Corps?

Those selected need to commit to serve in the Sea Cadet Corps for a period of minimum 3 years….Requirements

  1. Surname.
  2. First name.
  3. Date of birth.
  4. Gender.
  5. List major events participated in as a Sea Cadet.
  6. Educational qualifications.
  7. Employment details (if any)
  8. Copy of the Training Certificate and current photograph.

How old is a cadet?

least 12 years old
Youth members must be at least 12 years old and not yet 19 years old. Special school squadrons accept cadets under the age of 12 as long as they are in the sixth grade. You’ll know it’s a school squadron because the units have 800 series charter numbers.

What is the Navy Sea Cadet Corps?

(September 2012) The United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC or NSCC) is a congressionally-chartered, U.S. Navy-based organization that serves to teach individuals about the sea-going military services, U.S. naval operations and training, community service, citizenship, and an understanding of discipline and teamwork.

Where is the Sea Cadets national headquarters?

Our national headquarters, looking after all 400 Sea Cadets units across the UK, is in London. Got a question for our CEO Martin Coles? He’d be happy to hear from you and answer any questions you have. You can email him on: If you have something urgent, outside of office hours, that needs reporting to HQ immediately.

How do I Find my Local Sea Cadets unit?

You can find your local unit and their contact details by using our unit finder. Our national headquarters, looking after all 400 Sea Cadets units across the UK, is in London. Got a question for our CEO Martin Coles? He’d be happy to hear from you and answer any questions you have. You can email him on:

What is the largest sea cadet ship?

The USNSCS Grayfox (TWR-825) is currently the largest ship owned by the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps. She is homeported in Port Huron, Michigan and is used by the USNSCC for shipboard training. The USNSCS prefix stands for “United States Naval Sea Cadet Ship.”

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