New Cadet Help - Cumberland Composite Squadron

Welcome to Cumberland Composite Squadron. We know the first few months can be overwhelming.

This page will help make your journey easier. Check out "New Cadet help" for step by step directions

YOUR FIRST 60 DAYS

Basic Cadet Training

Attend meeting regular to learn about CAP. Bring a pen and paper to take notes.
Set up eservices and Dragon.net (New Jersey CAP based email account
Obtain and set up your utility uniform (ABU shirt & trousers, boot
Take and pass leadership test. Take Cadet Physical Fitness Test.
Set your goal for completing Phase I of the Cadet Program (Personal Tracker)

Completion of Achievement 1 – Promotion to Cadet Airman

(Your First Stripe). This is the beginning of Phase I of the Cadet Program

THE NEXT 90 DAYS

Continue in Phase I – The Learning Phase

▪ Obtain and set up your Blues uniform (with Curry Voucher, Vanguard order)

▪ Continue to participate actively in weekly meetings (Aerospace, Leadership, Cadet Physical
Fitness Training / Testing, Character Development, other elective training such as Emergency
Services or Communications)

▪ Read program materials and take tests for Achievement 2 (Leadership & Aerospace)

▪ Begin looking at other activities and mission areas that interest you: Model
Rocketry, Color Guard, Emergency Services, Aerospace/STEM, weekend activities, etc

▪ Participate in a Cadet Orientation Flight (powered or glider)

Complete Achievement 2 – Promotion to Cadet Airman First Class