SURVIVAL COURSES

Basic Survival Course (BSC)

The aim of this three-week course is to provide cadets with the fundamentals of survival training, building upon what has been taught in proficiency level two of the Squadron program. This aim will be accomplished through the development of knowledge and skills, and the provision of ample opportunity for practical application. By establishing a dynamic learning environment that exposes the cadets to the various aspects of a survival situation, this course will inspire the cadets to further pursue survival training opportunities at the Sqn and on the Survival Instructor Course.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, and have completed Level Two training by 30 Jun 13

Training Centres: Blackdown (Borden, ON) and Bagotville, QC

Survival Instructor Course (SIC)

The aim of this six-week course is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for aircrew survival activities within the Air cadet program. The aim will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that offers ample opportunity for practical application. The cadets will learn advanced theoretical and technical skills required to assist in the delivery of survival training at the Sqn. This course will ensure the cadets are adequately prepared to face challenges at the Squadron and as staff cadets.

Prerequisites: Must be medically and physically fit, have completed Level Three training by 30 Jun 13.

Training Centre: Blackdown (Borden, ON) and Bagotville, QC