Master Cadet    

The appointment of Master Cadet is the highest qualification which can be attained by a member of the Royal Canadian Army Cadets.

Prerequisites

Army Cadet Training

Green Star

Red Star

Silver Star

Gold Star

NSCE

Master Cadet

Summer Training

A candidate for the appointment of Master Cadet must meet the below basic requirements:

• Have successfully passed the National Star Certification Exam;
• Have completed an Army Cadet Leader Instructor Course;
• Have attained a minimum fitness level of Bronze in the Army Cadet Fitness Test in the year of application;
• Successfully complete employment as a Staff Cadet instructor or supervisor during summer training at a Cadet Summer Training Centre; and,
• Be recommended by their cadet corps' Commanding Officer.

After Receiving the Appointment

A cadet appointed as a Master Cadet is eligible for the following:

• Appointment as a Company Sergeant Major at an Army Cadet Summer Training Centre
• Any other advanced training such as regional, domestic, or international expeditions.

The Badge

Slightly elliptical in shape, rifle green background, with merrowed rifle green edge. Star centered among five maple leaves, beneath a pair of crossed swords topped with a single maple leaf. All elements of the badge are in CF Gold and are raised.

Wearing of the Badge

The Master Cadet Badge replaces the badge of the National Star Certification Exam on the right sleeve of the tunic. Any Army Cadet Leader Instructor course badges are also removed when wearing the Master Cadet Badge.

Links

• CATO 47-01 "Master Cadet"
• CATO 47-01, Annex A "Master Cadet Application Procedure"
• CATO 47-01, Annex A - Appendix 1 "Master Cadet Application Form"
• Cadet-World Forums - Master Cadet Appointment thread