Officer Training Course requirements

New Zealand Cadet Force officers who complete the prescribed promotion courses and distance learning packages are now able to qualify for an NZQA Level Four approved NZCF Certificate in Training and Management offered through Tai Poutini Polytechnic.

Commissioning course

This is the first of a series of residential courses. You complete this seven day course after you have served a minimum of six months as a Supplementary Staff member. This course provides you with the basic knowledge to perform your duties as a new NZ Cadet Forces officer

Instructional Techniques and Training Management course

This seven day residential course gives you the skills to successfully instruct cadets at Unit level and manage cadet unit training. Successful graduates may also qualify for the NZQA Level 4 National Certificate in Adult Education and Training.

Officer Outdoor Leaders course

This seven day residential field course equips you with the skills to safely take cadets into the Outdoors

Firearms safety /Range Safety Officer / Shooting coaches courses

These two day residential courses enables you to run shooting experiences for your cadets

Marine activity supervisors course

This course is designed for Sea Cadet Corps officers and provides them with the skills to safely carry out cadet activities in a marine environment.

Service Studies course

This is a distance learning course made up of one module and designed for all officers with some parts Corps specific to the SCC, NZCC and ATC.

Command course

This seven day residential course is designed for potential Unit Commanders and equips them with skills required to successfully command a unit

Time span

Many New Zealand Cadet Forces officers plan to complete one course a year taking 4-5 years to complete their training. All officers are encouraged to complete the training cycle so that they can safely provide their cadets with a full range of experiences