"Candidate-to-Cadet" Competencies

A. New JROTC students are called "candidates." Upon passing the following three (3) tests, candidates are "promoted" to full Cadet status with the rank of Private 2. Promotion to Private First Class thereafter is based on merit- performance, attitude, and conduct.

1. Written Exam- 50 Common Knowledge Questions

70% Minimum Score Required

2. Written Exam- Introduction to JROTC

60% Minimum Score Required

3. Individual Basic Drill- 75% Minimum Score Required

Study Guidance:

A. SAI and/or AI will give the two written tests. Platoon chain of command will grade the Drill Test and give scores to the SAI.

B. Introduction Exam- Pages 9-76 of the classroom text, Citizenship in Action and Leadership: Theory and Theory and Application. Plus, candidate should know:

1. Cadet and military chain of command,

2. Honors to the US flag,

3. Instructors' Expectation of Cadets,

4. Cadet Duties and Responsibilities

5. Information posted on the Cadet Board.

C. Basic Drill