Transcript Army Cadet Summer Training

Army Cadet Summer Training
Outline
What is Army Cadet Summer Training?
What courses are available?
Who can attend?
Where is Summer Training conducted?
Who conducts and supervises the courses?
How do cadets get to and from the centres?
How do cadets apply?
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Aim of Summer Training
To give a set portion of the Army
Cadet population instruction
and opportunities to develop
advanced knowledge and
skills in specialized activities.
To develop instructors/leaders for
these specialized activities.
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Categories of Training
General Training
Basic
Two week course designed to
introduce cadets to summer
training.
Three week courses designed to
enhance knowledge and skills in
specialized activities.
Intermediate /
Instructor
Six week courses designed to further
develop instructors/leaders in
specialized activities.
Advanced Training
Various courses designed to advance
senior cadets’ leadership skills.
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General Training Course
Course Aim
General Training - Army
(Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
This course is intended to familiarize cadets
with the Army Cadet Summer Training
Program and to motivate them toward
pursuing further Army Cadet Training.
Expedition
Marksmanship
Sports and Fitness
Communications
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Drill and Ceremonial
Music
CAF familiarization
Adventure Training
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General Training Course
Who can attend?
12 and 13 years of age
Completed the Green Star level
Physically fit and in good health
Recommended by the Corps’
Commanding Officer and approved
by RCSU (NW).
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General Training Course
Course Dates
General Training - Army (Two Weeks)
6 – 17 July
20 – 31 July
3 – 14 August
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared
to travel up to two days prior to and after the course dates.
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Basic Courses
Course Aim
Basic Expedition
( Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
The aim of this training is to develop a specialist with
the skills and subject matter knowledge required
to be a participant in a five-day expedition. The
cadets will travel by canoe on flat water, travel by
mountain bike on novice trails, navigate using a
trail map during a hike, work as a team, and further
develop skills learned in the Corps Program.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes
them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will
not be selected for Basic Expedition.
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Basic Courses
Course Aim
Basic Fitness and Sports
(Cold Lake, AB)
The aim of this training is to prepare cadets to
perform the duties of a Basic Fitness and
Sports Assistant while continuing to develop
personal fitness and healthy living skills. Upon
successful completion of this course, the cadet
will be able to follow a personal fitness routine,
lead a warm up and cool down session, assist
with the cadet fitness assessment, and assist
with recreational sports at the corps.
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Basic Courses
Course Aim
Basic Drill and Ceremonial
(Vernon, BC)
The aim of this training is to prepare cadets to
perform the role of a peer leader while
building upon the leadership and drill and
ceremonial knowledge and skills learned
through the Corps Program. Cadets will
have the opportunity to lead team-building
activities, command a squad, execute rifle
drill as a member of a squad, and participate
in a recreational summer biathlon activity.
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Basic Courses
Course Aim
Basic Marksman
(Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
The aim of this training is to develop a specialist
with the skills and subject matter knowledge
required to be participant during local air rifle
marksmanship competitions. Cadets will have the
opportunity to hone their marksmanship
techniques, and participate in a recreational
summer biathlon activity.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which precludes
them from handling a rifle will not be selected for Basic
Marksman.
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Basic Courses
Course Aim
Military Band – Basic Musician
(Vernon, BC)
The aim of this training is to develop music
proficiency of cadets and prepare them to
support their corps’ military band. Cadets
will also have the opportunity to further
develop their skills in drill and ceremonial,
and leadership learned during the Corps
Program.
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Basic Courses
Course Aim
Pipe Band – Basic Musician
(Ghost River, AB)
The aim of this training is to develop music
proficiency of cadets and prepare them to
support their corps’ pipe band. Cadets will also
have the opportunity to further develop their
skills in drill and ceremonial, and leadership
learned during the Corps Program.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes
them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will
not be selected for Pipe Band – Basic Musician at RMNCTC.
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Basic Courses
Who can attend?
13 and 14 years of age
Completed the Red Star level
Physically fit and in good health
Recommended by the Corps’
Commanding Officer and approved
by RCSU (NW).
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Basic Courses
Course Dates
Basic Courses (Three Weeks)
6 - 24 July
27 July - 14 August
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to
travel up to two days, each way, prior to and after the course dates.
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Intermediate Courses
Course Aim
Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor
(Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
Based on the training resulting from this course,
cadets will further develop air rifle
marksmanship, summer biathlon, leadership, and
instructional techniques knowledge and skills
learned during the Corps Program. Selection of
cadets will be based on interest in marksmanship
/ coaching and not on marksmanship results.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which
precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for Air
Rifle Marksmanship Instructor.
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Intermediate Courses
Course Aim
Drill and Ceremonial Instructor
(Vernon, BC)
Based on the training resulting from this course,
the cadet will further develop drill and
ceremonial related specialist skills and
knowledge that will allow them to perform the
duties of a specialist instructor and team leader
for ceremonial activities, and further develop
skills learned in the Corps Program.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which
precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for
Drill and Ceremonial Instructor.
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Intermediate Courses
Course Aim
Expedition Instructor
(Vernon, BC and Whitehorse, YT)
Based on the training resulting from this course, the
cadet will further develop expedition related specialist
skills and knowledge that will allow them to perform
the duties of a specialist instructor and team leader
during expedition training, act as a participant in a
long-duration expedition (18 days), travel by a variety
of means (canoe, mountain bike, and hiking), perform
field maintenance on expedition equipment (mountain
bikes, stoves, tents, packs, water filters, etc), and
navigate using a route card.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes
them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will
not be selected for Expedition Instructor.
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Intermediate Courses
Course Aim
Fitness and Sports Instructor
(Cold Lake, AB)
Based on the training resulting from this
course, cadets will be able to promote
physical fitness and perform the role of a
specialist instructor and team leader for
fitness and sports activities conducted at the
Corps, during Regionally Directed Activities,
and/or as a Staff Cadet at CTC.
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Intermediate Courses
Course Aim
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 1
(Connaught, ON)
Based on the training resulting from this course,
the cadet will develop specialist skills and
knowledge that will allow them to compete as an
individual in a fullbore marksmanship
competition. This qualification is one phase in
the preparation of cadets for competitive fullbore
marksmanship at an international level.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which
precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 1.
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Intermediate Courses
Course Aim
Military Band – Intermediate Musician
(Vernon, BC)
Based on the training resulting from this
course, cadets will be able to further
develop music, drill and ceremonial,
and leadership knowledge and skills
learned during the Corps Program
and/or Regionally Directed Activities.
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Intermediate Courses
Course Aim
Pipe Band – Intermediate Musician
(Ghost River, AB)
Based on the training resulting from this
course, cadets will be able to further
develop music, drill and ceremonial,
and leadership knowledge and skills
learned during the Corps Program
and/or Regionally Directed Activities.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that
precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician
services will not be selected for Pipe Band – Intermediate
Musician at RMNCTC.
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Intermediate Courses
Who can attend?
14 and 15 years of age
Completed the Silver Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’
Commanding Officer and approved
by RCSU (NW).
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Intermediate Courses
Additional Prerequisites
Expedition Instructor
Applicants are to successfully obtain CFAIP
Bronze Level for their age-group by the
application deadline. More information on
the CFAIP can be found in CATO 14-18
Military Band - Intermediate Musician
Preferably, have achieved the music
proficiency level Basic
Pipe Band - Intermediate Musician
Preferably, have achieved the music
proficiency Level 2.
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Intermediate Courses
Course Dates
Intermediate Courses (Six Weeks)
6 July - 14 August
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be prepared to
travel up to two days, each way, prior to and after the course dates.
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Advanced Training
Course Aim
Leadership and Challenge Course
(Ghost River, AB)
To provide a unique advanced leadership and
challenge development activity for cadets and
to prepare them to accept the responsibilities
of leaders at Cadet Corps and Summer Training
Centres.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that precludes
them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician services will
not be selected for the Leadership and Challenge Course.
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Advanced Training
Who can attend?
Leadership and Challenge Course
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Successful completion of an Intermediate Level course
Be physically fit and in good health. Have achieved
CFAIP Bronze level for their age-group by the
application date
Must be prepared to participate in water activities while
wearing a PFD
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by
RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts & JCR.
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Advanced Training
Course Aim
Fullbore Marksmanship – Phase 2
(Connaught, ON)
Based on the training resulting from this course, the
cadet will further develop specialist skills and
knowledge that will allow them to compete as an
individual in a fullbore marksmanship competition.
This qualification is the second phase in the
preparation and selection of cadets for competitive
fullbore marksmanship at an international level.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which
precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected for
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 2.
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Advanced Training
Who can attend?
Fullbore Marksmanship – Phase 2
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated
by RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts &
JCR
Application is by invitation only, based on the
results of participation and standing on the
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 1 Course.
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Advanced Training
Course Aim
Military Band - Advanced Musician
(Vernon, BC)
To teach the knowledge and skills required
of a Band Instructor, to provide cadets
with an opportunity to develop their
instructional skill and style, and to train
cadets as musicians capable of playing
and leading in a unit Military Band.
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Advanced Training
Who can attend?
Military Band - Advanced Musician
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’ Commanding
Officer and approved by RCSU (NW)
Priority will be given to cadets that hold music
Level 2.
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Advanced Training
Course Aim
Pipe Band - Advanced Musician
(Ghost River, AB)
To teach the knowledge and skills required
of a Band Instructor, to provide cadets
with an opportunity to develop their
instructional skill and style, and to train
cadets as musicians capable of playing
and leading in a unit Pipe Band.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that
precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician
services will not be selected for Pipe Band – Advanced
Musician at RMNCTC.
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Advanced Training
Who can attend?
Pipe Band - Advanced Musician
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’
Commanding Officer and approved by
RCSU (NW)
Priority will be given to cadets that hold
music Level 3.
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Advanced Training
Course Aim
Basic Parachutist Course
(Trenton, ON)
To qualify the cadet as a Canadian
Armed Forces Basic Military
Parachutist.
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Advanced Training
Who can attend?
Basic Parachutist Course
Minimum of 16 years of age before 1 July of the year of the
course
Completed the Gold Star level
Successful completion of an Intermediate Level course
Meet the CAF medical standard described in CATO 42-05
Achieve the CAF standard of fitness described in CATO 42-05,
which includes:
- Run 1.6 km in a maximum of 7 mins and 30 secs;
- 31 consecutive sit-ups; and
- 7 consecutive chin-ups.
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by RCSU (NW),
and approved by D Cdts & JCR.
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Advanced Training
Course Aim
RCAC National Rifle Team
(Connaught, ON and Bisley, England)
To provide cadets the opportunity to compete
in national / international largebore rifle
competitions, to introduce cadets to the
British Army Cadet Training Program, and to
participate in cultural activities.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation which
precludes them from handling a rifle will not be selected
for the National Rifle Team.
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Advanced Training
Who can attend?
RCAC National Rifle Team
15+ years of age
Completed the Gold Star level
Be physically fit and in good health
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by
RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts & JCR
Application is by invitation only, based on the
results of participation and standing on the
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 2 Course.
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Advanced Training
International Exchanges
Outward Bound - Scotland
Outward Bound - Wales
Maple Leaf - England
Army Cadet Exchanges (ACE) (countries TBA)
(Connaught, ON and various host countries)
To develop cadets’ leadership skills, to
introduce them to the host country’s cadet
training program / military, and to participate
in cultural activities.
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Advanced Training
International Exchanges
Exchanges are difficult and challenging!
Cadets must be able to adapt to a different
culture. This can be uncomfortable!
The food is different, accommodations are
different, and the training is different.
That is part of the challenge and the
experience. Cadets must be willing to
accept this when applying for
International Exchanges.
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Advanced Training
Who can attend?
International Exchanges
Minimum of 16 years of age before 1 July of the year of
the course
Completed the Gold Star level
Successful completion of an Intermediate Level course
Be physically fit and in good health. Have achieved
CFAIP Bronze level for their age-group by the
application date
Be recommended by the Corps’ CO, nominated by
RCSU (NW), and approved by D Cdts & JCR.
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Advanced Training
Additional Considerations
Priority in selection will be given in
accordance with the ranking of candidates in
the National Star of Excellence (NSE)
standings versus other nominees.
For further information regarding selection
criteria for Advanced Training opportunities,
see CATO 42-05.
Note that cadets who have a participation limitation that
precludes them from being outside of 30 minutes of physician
services will not be selected for any Advanced Training Courses
or Exchanges.
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Advanced Training
Course Dates
Leadership and Challenge Course (Six Weeks)
6 July - 14 August
Fullbore Marksmanship Phase 2 (Seven Weeks)
6 July - 22 August
Military Band – Advanced Musician (Six Weeks)
6 July – 14 August
Pipe Band – Advanced Musician (Six Weeks)
6 July – 14 August
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be
prepared to travel up to two days, each way, prior to and after the
course dates.
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Advanced Training
Course Dates
Basic Parachutist Course (Four Weeks)
6-31 July
RCAC National Rifle Team (Six Weeks)
23 June – 1 August
Outward Bound Scotland (Six Weeks)
Outward Bound Wales (Six Weeks)
Maple Leaf Exchange (Six Weeks)
6 July - 14 August
Army Cadet Exchanges (Three Weeks)
13-31 July
Course dates do not include travel days. Cadets must be
prepared to travel up to two days, each way, prior to and after the
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course dates.
Where is summer training
conducted?
Vernon, BC
Vernon Cadet Training Centre
Located in the interior of BC on the north end
of the Okanagan valley. The training centre
is located in the City of Vernon
Cadets are housed dormitory style in
permanent barracks with all bedding
provided. Washrooms are located in the
barracks.
Additional facilities include: games room,
canteen, internet café, cadet bank, church,
and medical inspection room.
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Where is summer training
conducted?
Whitehorse, YT
Whitehorse Cadet Training Centre
Located at Boyle Barracks which is 20 km
south of the City of Whitehorse, just off of
the Alaska Highway
Cadets are housed dormitory style in
permanent barracks with all bedding
provided. Washrooms are located in a
separate building
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet
café, cadet bank, and medical inspection
room.
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Where is summer training
conducted?
Ghost River, AB
Rocky Mountain Cadet Training Centre
Located in the Rocky Mountain Forest Reserve 100 km NW of the City of Calgary and 45 km
NW of the Town of Cochrane
Cadets are housed in eight person rooms in
permanent barracks with all bedding
provided. Washrooms are located in a
separate building
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet
café, cadet bank, and medical inspection
room.
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Where is summer training
conducted?
Cold Lake, AB
Cold Lake Cadet Training Centre
Located on CFB Cold Lake - approximately 400
km NW of the City of Edmonton
Cadets are housed in two or four person rooms
in permanent barracks with all bedding
provided. Washrooms are located in the
barracks
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet
café, cadet bank, and medical inspection
room.
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Where is summer training
conducted?
Connaught, ON
Connaught Cadet Training Centre
Located on the Connaught Ranges - 20 km
north of the City of Ottawa
Cadets are housed in six person modular tents
with all bedding provided. Washrooms are
located in a separate building
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet
café, cadet bank, and medical inspection
room.
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Where is summer training
conducted?
Trenton, ON
Trenton Cadet Training Centre
Located on CFB Trenton - 97 km west of the City
of Kingston and 175 km east of the City of
Toronto
Cadets are housed in dormitory style rooms in
permanent barracks with all bedding provided.
Washrooms are located in the barracks
Additional facilities include: canteen, internet
café, cadet bank, and medical inspection
room.
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Who conducts and supervises
the courses?
Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) Officers primarily
staff the summer training centres with
supplemental staff from the Regular Force,
Primary Reserve, Civilian Instructors, and
contractors
Senior cadets are also employed as Staff
Cadets to assist with supervision and
instruction
The ratio of CIC Officer to Cadet is
approximately 1:10.
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How do cadets get to and from
the training centres?
All transportation is organized and paid for by DND
Cadets may travel by bus, commercial air, or
military aircraft
Cadets are escorted or met on all legs of their
journey
If parents request special transportation
arrangements, they will be financially
responsible for those arrangements
The dates listed are the course dates and cadets
may travel up to two days, each way, prior to and
following the course.
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How do cadets apply?
All cadets will complete the same
application form (General Training, Basic,
Intermediate, Advanced Training, and
Staff Cadet)
All applications will be entered in Fortress
by corps staff
Any additional information you may require
is available from your corps staff.
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How are cadets selected?
Corps Commanding Officers review each cadet’s
application and prioritise them by level
Applications are entered in Fortress by 1 February
Applications are reviewed by staff at RCSU (NW)
Cadets are course loaded in order of the priority list
provided, however, there are limited positions
available (billets are created for Summer Training
for 30% of the cadet population)
Corps are notified which cadets are selected by 1 April
.
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Completing the Application
Every year cadets are not selected
because of incomplete information.
Here are some specific items to pay
particular attention to:
Fitness Evaluation
If you have not participated in the CFAIP this Training
Year, you will need to do so before the application
date and have the results entered into Fortress.
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Completing the Application
Annual Validation
If you have not returned the Annual Validation form
with any changes and/or the information has not
been verified in Fortress, the application cannot
be processed
Medical Health Changes
If your medical information has changed or you
have not completed the medical health
questionnaire this training year, you must let the
corps staff know. The medical information must
be the most current available (validated this
training year).
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Completing the Acceptance and
Consent From
Once you have been selected you will
receive an Offer of Participation
Form.
There are some specific items to pay
particular attention to:
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Completing the Acceptance and
Consent From
It is extremely important that you check all
the information on this form to make sure
it is correct. Make any corrections
necessary
Ensure that all other sections of the form
are completed including:
Leave pass restrictions
Alternate family or friend contact
Cadet signature
Parent signature
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Application due date?
1 February 2015
Any applications entered into Fortress
after this date will still be considered,
however, they will be placed at the
bottom of the priority list.
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Contacts
Please direct any questions to our corps’ contact
Insert your corps contact
information
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Questions?
?
Questions?
Questions?
Questions?
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