Sixth Form - Taking Charge
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The CCF could not run without cadet NCOs. After two years in the CCF they know how the system works, they know how their section works and they understand what is required in terms of cadet training. As they progress through the sixth form they develop their own particular strengths. Most will train junior cadets: this may be in the classroom or in areas such as drill and weapons training. Most will help organise exercises and camps and, depending on the section and the number of senior cadets, many will help plan and organise the training for the year, or develop websites, or become radio communications experts, or whatever. Cadet NCOs are also required to assist with training on national courses involving cadets from other schools, and many volunteer to do so.
There is no doubt that by the end of 4 years in the CCF something has rubbed off. At the least it will be an awareness of how to communicate with others; at best, it will be the development of self-confidence, of reliability and an easy power of command. One cadet wrote:" I feel that the CCF has played a great part in developing me into a more confident and able person." We could not wish for more.
