Army

The CCF (Army) is the Army Cadets section of the CCF. Across the whole of the Army Cadet Forces there are approximately 67,700 Cadets and 11,100 Adult Volunteers. The CCF Army sections account for almost half of these cadet figures with a total of nearly 29,000 cadets and 2,100 supporting Adult Volunteers based at contingents within over 260 schools across the UK and Northern Ireland.

The CCF(Army) aims to promote the qualities of responsibility, self-reliance, resourcefulness and a sense of service to the community. Activities include drill, skill at arms, shooting, fieldcraft and first aid. Up to 40% of a cadet’s time is spent on adventurous training activities. By joining the CCF (Army) section cadets also will have the opportunity to get involved with voluntary and charitable work in the community and to gain nationally recognised qualifications such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s award and BTEC Awards in Leadership or Public Services.

Joining the CCF Army Section provides a wonderful opportunity to take part in Army themed activities and events, all of which focus on building self-disciplined individuals with self-courage and a sense of worth. As a youth organisation, the CCF (Army) strives to give cadets a fun and safe experience.

There is no commitment or expectation on cadets to join the regular Armed Forces when they have completed their schooling.

What do Cadets Learn – Army Section

The Army Proficiency Certificate (APC)

The APC syllabus has 2 strands – Basic and Advanced, each is made up of nine core areas which cover a wide selection of military subjects and increases in complexity the further you progress.

• Drill and Turnout: How cadets present themselves and move around when in a group
• Military Knowledge: The history of the CCF and information about the modern army.
• Fieldcraft and Tactics: Living out in the field and taking part in tactical, military style exercises.
• Navigation: Understanding and using different types of maps
• Skill at Arms: Learning about weapons used in the CCF.
• Shooting: Firing the weapons used in the CCF at targets and in competitions.
• First Aid: Essential life saving skills
• Physical Training: Strength and Cardio training for Physical CCF activities.
• Expedition Skills: Learning the skills required to undertake a multi day walking expedition in a remote area.