Activities

The Training Leaders of Cadets (TLC) program prepares senior members to lead cadets at the squadron level. TLC is administered at group level or higher. The commander of the host echelon selects the course director, who should possess a master rating in the Cadet Programs Officer Specialty Track. To foster a learning environment that encourages open discussion among seniors, cadets are prohibited from participating in TLC. Students must complete 80% of the course to graduate. They receive credit for graduating when their course director submits a CAPF 11, Senior Member Professional Development Program Director's Report, to National Headquarters and their record is updated in CAP eServices .

Encampments are week long activities that serve to build a foundation for cadets from which to build their Civil Air Patrol experience. These week long events provide an in-depth orientation to Civil Air Patrol and the United States Air Force. First time cadets can expect to be challenged both mentally and physically during a busy and exciting week of hands on leadership development training, aerospace events, and local site activities. Cadets returning as staff will be challenged even further through the leadership roles they will fill and staff duties they will perform. All cadets will have the opportunity to be introduced to the military, learn to overcome challenges, develop time-management skills, enhance their interpersonal skills, and have a great time.