The first stage is Basic Training which all Air Cadets will complete. This will cover the history of flight, drill, map reading, radio communications, flying operations and expedition training. Once this is completed, you will progress up the classification structure covering some of the subjects from the list below:
Badges will show the level of training you have completed and the more you learn and gain, the more badges you will earn too.
Blue, bronze, silver and gold badges are available in:
BTECs are a widely recognised qualification. The BTEC in Aerospace Studies is being finalised to replace our BTEC in Aviation Studies. A BTEC in Space Studies is also being finalised. Further details will be announced in due course.
Other BTECs available are:
Leadership and management qualifications, from the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) are available to cadets and adult volunteers.
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