CT / Enrollment with CIC [Merged]
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Akai84 said:
CIC officers are not part of the air reserves. They are part of a separate component of the reserve force called "Cadet Organizations Administration and Training Service" or COATS.
Your best bet is probably to talk directly with your local air reserve unit to see if they have any openings. From there they can direct you to a Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre if appropriate. But start first with the unit, since they will likely be in the best position to make that first call.
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Brihard said:
A local air cadet unit or CFRC would be more appropriate. CIC officers do not belong to air reserve units.
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You CAN go straight to CFRC and enroll as a CIC officer that way, however, it's not as easy a process, nor as quick, as if they don't need you in the area you live, and your not willing to move to where they need you(and really, as a CIC officer why would you be) then they simply won't hire you.
if your not currently a CV or CI then I suggest you head to your nearest Air Cadet Squadron, and talk to the CO about coming on staff, as they'll likely want you to go through a 2 year process, whereby you become a volunteer, contract civilian, then eventually CIC, presuming they have space on slate.
I just recently enrolled in the CIC myself, so let me know if you have any questions.
if your not currently a CV or CI then I suggest you head to your nearest Air Cadet Squadron, and talk to the CO about coming on staff, as they'll likely want you to go through a 2 year process, whereby you become a volunteer, contract civilian, then eventually CIC, presuming they have space on slate.
I just recently enrolled in the CIC myself, so let me know if you have any questions.
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Not true. Their is a large enrollment push for COATS right now, simply turning you away at the RC is highly unlikely, rather they will find a unit that has open slate positions. But as CDN Aviator/Brihard said, best to go directly to a cadet unit or contact the unit CO directly http://cadets.ca/support/directory-repertoire/home-accueil.aspx?id=131646
Negative. Direction is get new pers in and get them trained. People don't go through a 2 yr co op process to get into Reg F, we shouldn't be different.
We're allowed to enroll onto CISS slate (holding platoon) {though this could just be a Regional directive too} until you find a unit in your area. The member must put in at least 7 day's pay per year on CISS (not a permanent thing).
Cheers,
PV
edit: required days pay per year
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blueburby1 said:
PViddy covered some of it, but no you can just show up at a CFRC and join the CIC. As a (sub)component of the Reserve force, you need to get basically selected by a unit first (in this case a cadet unit). How one goes about that, not my realm, but considering that you are working with kids, just showing up and saying hi I want in, probably isn't going to fly. Once you go through all the hoops on the CIC side, their local support unit will forward your file to a CFRC. This is not a quick process.
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Pieman said:
CIC of any element are not required to have any special licensing. CIC Air Officers do have the option of attending and achieving Glider, Power Glider licences. Fixed Wing Power Aircraft licensing is not required and I'm not sure CIC Air (or any) are eligible to obtain through DND.
With the intention of consolidating and clarifying the information here there is repitition of some of the above.
Enrolling in the Canadian Forces Cadet Instructors Cadre Branch requires that you first find a cadet corps or squadron that requires staff. The CF recruiting centre will direct you or you can find the cadet corps/squadron directory at www.cadets.ca.
This link provides specific information.
http://www.vcds.forces.gc.ca/cic/ha-ci/index-eng.asp
There is no opportunity for air element officers to be trained to fly as a member of the CF. Those who already hold a private pilot (or gliding) license and meet strict criteria may provide power familiarization flights at the local squadron or be selected for conversion training to instruct glider and/or fly tow planes at the Regional Cadet Gliding Centres.
The aircraft used in the cadet program are owned by the Air Cadet League of Canada, but are in the care and control of the CF under a memorandum of agreement. DND/CF pays for the operation of the cadet flying program and summer gliding and power flight scholarship programs. Local power familiarization flying (aircraft rental and fuel) is the responsibility of the local civilian sponsoring committee.
There is more detail in the Wikipedia entry on the Cadet Instructor Cadre Branch that is quite complete.
Enrolling in the Canadian Forces Cadet Instructors Cadre Branch requires that you first find a cadet corps or squadron that requires staff. The CF recruiting centre will direct you or you can find the cadet corps/squadron directory at www.cadets.ca.
This link provides specific information.
http://www.vcds.forces.gc.ca/cic/ha-ci/index-eng.asp
There is no opportunity for air element officers to be trained to fly as a member of the CF. Those who already hold a private pilot (or gliding) license and meet strict criteria may provide power familiarization flights at the local squadron or be selected for conversion training to instruct glider and/or fly tow planes at the Regional Cadet Gliding Centres.
The aircraft used in the cadet program are owned by the Air Cadet League of Canada, but are in the care and control of the CF under a memorandum of agreement. DND/CF pays for the operation of the cadet flying program and summer gliding and power flight scholarship programs. Local power familiarization flying (aircraft rental and fuel) is the responsibility of the local civilian sponsoring committee.
There is more detail in the Wikipedia entry on the Cadet Instructor Cadre Branch that is quite complete.
Hi there,
I'm currently a CV with a local Army corps. My CO is recommending me for a CIC uniformed position as there is an opening he wants me in. I couldn't be happier however I'm a bit nervous what DND may think of me. When I was younger I tried joining the regs 3 times however I didn't score too well on my CFAT. I had some MOC's open but not many. After the third time it was advised that I would have to upgrade my math skills to rewrite again. All three times was in between 1999-2001.
I went to College for a 1 year program, then hit the work force after. I'm now in my middle 30's, a Manager in my division and feel confident and well established in life. I was a cadet before until I aged out. I really would love to move forward in CIC as I have the time and money to devote myself to the program. However, will my past of trying to join the regs be a barrier when my application will be sent for consideration to the CFRC?
Any help would be much appreciated!
Thank you!
I'm currently a CV with a local Army corps. My CO is recommending me for a CIC uniformed position as there is an opening he wants me in. I couldn't be happier however I'm a bit nervous what DND may think of me. When I was younger I tried joining the regs 3 times however I didn't score too well on my CFAT. I had some MOC's open but not many. After the third time it was advised that I would have to upgrade my math skills to rewrite again. All three times was in between 1999-2001.
I went to College for a 1 year program, then hit the work force after. I'm now in my middle 30's, a Manager in my division and feel confident and well established in life. I was a cadet before until I aged out. I really would love to move forward in CIC as I have the time and money to devote myself to the program. However, will my past of trying to join the regs be a barrier when my application will be sent for consideration to the CFRC?
Any help would be much appreciated!
Thank you!
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Hello all,
I have applied to enroll in the CIC, I just have a few questions...
1) Is there a medical / interview if so what are they like. For the interview what do they ask?
2) Is there a fitness test? Is it like before where it was CIC officers need to take it buut dont have to past?
I have applied to enroll in the CIC, I just have a few questions...
1) Is there a medical / interview if so what are they like. For the interview what do they ask?
2) Is there a fitness test? Is it like before where it was CIC officers need to take it buut dont have to past?
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Joshua2597 said:
CIC recruiting process...the medical
https://army.ca/forums/threads/17799.0
CIC Interview
https://army.ca/forums/threads/47190.0
CIC Physical Fitness Standards
https://army.ca/forums/threads/78996.0/nowap.html
2 pages.
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Reference: Nine charges against former P.E.I. Army Cadet commander
I support the intent of CIC, but this adds another nail to kill volunteering.
I support the intent of CIC, but this adds another nail to kill volunteering.
