Criteria

Cadets are assessed by their Level Officers on the following leadership attributes in addition to the listed promotion criteria. 
 

• Dress and deportment;

• Conduct, discipline, and attitude;

• Participation;

• Response to direction;

• Ability to interact positively and comfortably with others;

• Ability to make sound judgements regarding their own actions;

• Willingness to accept responsibility;

• Ability to solve problems effectively;

• Ability to communicate effectively;

• Ability to set a positive example for others; and

• Initiative.

Purpose

Promotion in rank is merit based and recognizes cadets for their proficiency within the training program.  Promotions ensure that:

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1. All cadets who receive a rank promotion possess the same basic qualifications / similar experience;

2. Merit and the successful completion of sqn training serve as the common standard on which all cadets are evaluated; 

3. Every cadet is given the same opportunity to advance.​