For the duration of their training, Cadets follow a syllabus based on the Army Proficiency Certificate (APC). There are five levels to the APC, each containing the same subjects but with increasing levels of complexity. The subjects covered are listed in the APC Syllabus section.
All of the subjects are taught by trained Instructors and Senior Cadets. Standards of training are important in any youth organisation such as ours.
The training system works along the principles of theory and practice. Many opportunities present themselves at weekends and longer camps, where cadets are able to put their newly taught skills into practice.
The Army Cadet Force use a system of stars to show progression and achievement of the cadets within the ACF.
There is also the option to join one of the cadet bands and become a bandsperson.
Later stars involve the cadets being introduced into instructional techniques.
Like all armed services the Army Cadet Force has a Rank structure and cadets and adults can gain promotion through the ranks .