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The Australian Defence Force Cadets (ADFC) is a community based youth development organisation made up of over 22 000 cadets and 2000 staff in units and squadrons all across Australia. It is open to young men and women aged from 12 ½ to 20 years of age.
The ADFC aims to develop youth with a sense of purpose, responsibility, respect of self and others, leadership ability and a commitment to voluntary service. As an ADF Cadet, young Australians are able to take part in adventurous, fulfilling and fun educational activities, in a military setting.
When you are a cadet you are not a permanent member of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) so you are not obligated to serve in conflict situations. It's true that for many youth, participation in the ADF Cadets is the first voluntary step towards recruitment in the permanent or Reserve forces. But for others they will go on to pursue non-military careers and they will leave the cadets with skills and attributes that set them up for life.
Select cadets get to participate in the Foreign Academy Exchange Program. Small groups of Australian cadets will experience the culture and officer training of another country for two weeks. Recent programs have taken cadets to India, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam.
You'll get to go sailing, hiking, canoeing and camping. Plus you'll learn everything about seamanship: from navigational training to naval signals and communication. You'll study first aid and fire fighting as well as undertake parade training. We are also showing you how to become better citizens within the community. It's challenging, but the rewards are fantastic. Visit Website
As an Army Cadet there are constant opportunities to discover new challenges and have some unbelievable fun. You'll find out about bush survival, first aid, fieldcraft, orienteering and map reading and visit Army camps. Although cadet life is physical it's not risky and there are qualified people there to instruct you all the way. You'll make some great friends and the skills and experiences you learn will stay with you for life. Visit Website
The Australian Air Force Cadets (AAFC) is an excellent organisation to join if adventure, training, development and making new friends appeals to you. Maybe you also have an interest in aviation and are keen to be part of a team. Many of these cadets go on to join the Air Force or find a valuable, exciting career in civilian aviation. We will help you to develop leadership and confidence qualities that will make getting a job easier, whatever you decide to do with your life. Visit Website
