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  In CAP's Cadet Programs, youth 12 to 21 years old can develop leadership and technical skills as well as learn about aviation and space.  They also learn and savor training in advanced technologies, Survival, search, and rescue, leadership, radio communications, model rocketry, flight training (glider and powered), CPR, Photography, astronomy, physical fitness, sports and much more.
  CAP Cadets can participate in search and rescue and humanitarian missions as qualified radio operators, ground team members and mission staff assistants. Our cadets have been credited with locating downed aircraft, finding missing people and saving lives.
  In addition to training at the squadron level, cadets can further hone their skills through a number of summer academies that offer real-world career exploration in a wide array of disciplines, including flying, aviation technology, computer programming, Web-site design, engineering, aircraft manufacturing and weather support.   Youth grow personally, learn about aviation and discover new friends by attending meetings regularly.

 In CAP's International Air Cadet Exchange program, high-achieving cadets expand their understanding of distant cultures by serving as goodwill ambassadors and participating in aviation-related activities abroad.   Hundreds more benefit by hosting international youth visiting America.   The exchange provides youth with an informed perspective on complex world issues and deepens their appreciation of America's role in the global aerospace community.

 
 Scholarship, leadership and flying, - these are hallmarks of Civil Air Patrol cadet development. More than $100,000 in scholarships, both academic and flying, are available to cadets each year. One of the most competitive academic opportuntities is for CAP's one traditional slot to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy Preparatory School in Colorado, Springs, CO. Approximately 10% of academy appointees each year are former CAP cadets.

 Leadership skills are developed and honed to a fine edge in CAP's leadership schools at the state and national level, culminating in the prestigious National Cadet Officer School (COS). At COS, cadets have the opportunity to go one-on-one with national acclaimed experts in the fields of leadership and communications. Cadets who wish to fly are provided opportunities to develope their skills, from beginner to a licensed pilot, through local flight encampments, national flight academies and flight scholarships. Scholarship, leadership, and flying: there is always a challenge for a Civil Air Patrol cadet.

  • Survival Training
  • Search and Rescue
  • Leadership Training
  • Radio Communications
  • Model Rocketry
  • Academic and Flight Scholarships
  • Flight Training (powered and glider)
  • Disaster Relief
  • Public Speaking
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Photography
  • Astronomy
  • Physical Fitness
  • Sports Activities
  • A prospective cadet must be at least 12 (or attending the 6th grade) up to 18 years old
  • A cadet may remain in the program until age 21
  • A prospective cadet cannot be married
  • National dues are $20 a year; an additional $16 fee is assessed in the first year for books and course materials
  • Region and wings dues vary. See your local unit commander for details on dues for your area
  • International Air Cadet Exchange
  • Cadet Officer School
  • National Blue Beret
  • Pararescue Orientation Courses
  • National Flight Academy - Glider Track
  • Aviation Academy Airline Training
  • National Flight Academy - Powered Track
  • Air Education and Training Command Course
  • National Emergency Services Academy
  • Air Force Weather Agency Course
  • Hawk Mountain Ranger School
  • Military Music Academy
  • Space Camp