Cadet Classification
Here is an outline of the different training classifications used in the ATC.

Classification

Classification Badge

Description

First Class Cadet

First Class Cadet Badge
To be eligible for the First Class Cadet Examination cadets must be enrolled and have completed the syllabus for the subjects.

Leading Cadet

Leading Cadet Badge
To be eligible to sit the Leading Cadet Examinations, a cadet must have been appointed a First Class Cadet and have completed the appropriate syllabus training including at least 25 hours of project work.

Senior Cadet

Senior Cadet Badge
To be eligible to sit the Senior Cadet Examinations, a cadet must have been appointed as a Leading Cadet and have completed the appropriate syllabus training including a further 25 hours (or more) of project work.

Staff Cadet (2 Parts)

Staff Cadet Lanyard
To be eligible to sit either Part 1 or Part 2 of the Staff Cadet Examination, cadets must have:

a. Been appointed as a Senior Cadet.

b. Reached the age of at least 15yrs 6 months.

c. Completed at least 2 years enrolled service.

d. Attended at least one Corps annual camp.

e. Completed the Staff Cadet syllabus including approved citizenship training and a further 25 hours (or more) of project work.

f. Completed the First Class Shot Test within the last 12 months.