Forest School CCF | Programme Guide
FOREST SCHOOL CCF
PROGRAMME
2018/2019
To be read in conjunction with FSCCF Programme Outline and
FSCCF Handbooks FS1882-1 – FS1882-10
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General
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Acronyms
M / L / T = Michaelmas / Lent / Trinity Terms (e.g. M3 = Michaelmas, Week 3)
B = APC Basic
A = APC Advanced
M = Master Cadet
SAA = Skill at Arms
WHT = Weapons Handling Test
CCF = Combined Cadet Force
APC = Army Proficiency Certificate
SST = Safe System of Training
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AC71294 CCF (Army) Training Syllabus
AC71101 ACF Army Proficiency Certificate Syllabus
AC71462 1990 Cadet Training Manual Volume 1
AC784394 Expedition Training Syllabus
AC180616 Skill at Arms Syllabus
AC71101 First Aid Syllabus
AC71101 Fieldcraft and Tactics Syllabus
FS1882-1 Drill Handbook
FS1882-2 Military Knowledge Handbook
FS1882-3 Skill At Arms & Shooting Handbook
FS1882-4 Adventurous Training Handbook
FS1882-5 First Aid Handbook
FS1882-6 Fieldcraft, Tactics & Strategy Handbook
FS1882-7 Instruction Handbook
FS1882-8 Leadership Handbook
FS1882-9 RAF Handbook
FS1882-10 Safety Handbook
Forest School CCF uses AC71294 CCF Army Syllabus as the basis for its training
programme. Forest also adapts this syllabus with use of AC71101 ACF Army Proficiency
Certificate Syllabus, to offer a more rounded Cadet Experience.
3.
Outline
The Army Proficiency Certificate (APC) found on the CCF Army Syllabus is divided into two
parts, APC Basic (‘Red Star’) and APC Advanced (‘Gold Star’):
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APC Basic: Basic Drill, Basic Military Knowledge, Basic Navigation, Basic First Aid,
Fieldcraft, Skill at Arms (Scorpion & L98A2 Cadet GP) and Shooting.
APC Basic takes approximately 2 academic years to complete (Years 9 & 10). Year
10 Cadets should aim to have completed APC Basic by the Easter Holiday. Upon
completion, cadets are awarded their Red Star.
APC Advanced: Advanced Drill, Advanced Military Knowledge, Advanced Navigation,
Advanced First Aid, Tactics, Skill at Arms (Scorpion, L98A2 Cadet GP, L86A2 LSW,
Shotgun), CFIT and Leadership.
APC Advanced takes approximately 2 academic years to complete (Years 11-12).
Year 12 Cadets should aim to have completed most of APC Advanced by the Easter
Holiday, although Navigation, Expedition & Shooting elements might not be
completed until the Summer.
Year 13 cadets, having been awarded their Gold Star, will train for ‘Mastery’ of the
Syllabus subjects, continue their leadership development and performing duties as
Senior Cadets. We should aim to recognise completion of the programme on their
Final Parade.
Master Cadet: Master Drill, Master Military Knowledge, Master Shooting, Leadership.
RAF - TBC
4.
Aims
The general aim of training in the CCF is to develop the cadet’s power of leadership. This is
achieved through training to promote the qualities of responsibility, self-reliance,
resourcefulness and a sense of service to the community. In addition it is intended to give
cadets a background knowledge of the way of life in the Services.
The specific aim of the 2018/2019 programme is to bring Forest School CCF in line with the
Cadet syllabus. The programme is designed to give cadets a unique and dynamic
experience, retaining some aspects which are unique to Forest yet ensuring we conform to
the national Cadet Experience.
The programme is planned so that it is steadily progressive for the cadet who might normally
serve 4-5 years in the CCF. It is designed to ensure that:
1. Training is continuous, progressive and does not lose momentum
2. Training is planned out, ensuring Cadets are completing syllabus units as
expected
3. Training is flexible, with room for adaptation/rescheduling where necessary
APC qualifications should be considered the normal aspiration of cadets who make the
necessary effort and are properly trained.
Cadet NCOs should be taught how to instruct and given the opportunities to practice
leadership and command.
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It is important to sustain the interest of the cadet by having a well-balanced and varied
training programme. The 2018/19 programme aims to ensure that Cadets do not spend
longer than 3 consecutive weeks on the same subject. Whilst this is not always possible
(e.g. with Skill at Arms training), it is certainly strived for.
The Army/RAF Section Commanders are responsible to the Contingent Commander for the
training and testing systems in their section. These should be practical and not of a
classroom nature whenever possible and should conform with the Syllabuses, Manuals &
Programme.
5.
Responsibility for Instruction
At Forest in 2018/19 it is the responsibility of the SSI to prepare the training programme. The
advice and assistance of the Contingent Commander and Section Commanders, as well as
the Cadet Training Team, should be sought when designing training.
The success of the programme in practice depends on the allocation of suitable training time
and is based upon:
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Morning/Afternoon weekly training periods during term time
Field Days and/or weekend training throughout the year
Annual Camp during the summer holidays
Adventurous Training during the summer holidays
It also depends upon:
5. Good instruction – the ability to put across to cadets the contents of the
training syllabus.
6. Leadership development – Cadet NCOs are expected to undertake as much
instruction as possible under the supervision of Staff. At the same time, all
officers are expected to undertake instruction when Cadet NCOs or the SSI
and Contingent Commander are not available in sufficient numbers or for
other reasons.
6.
Safety
Training, although it must be fun and challenging, must always follow the guidelines laid
down in Cadet Training Safety Precautions (JSP 535). Whoever organises training must
carry out the Risk Assessment process found in JSP 535 and Volume II of the Training
Manual.
It is the responsibility of the SSI to ensure all training is conducted according to the Safe
System of Training:
Safe Person
Safe Equipment
Safe Practice
Safe Place
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Subjects
The 2018/19 Forest CCF programme consists of 7 core subjects:
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Drill & Turnout
Military Knowledge
Skill at Arms & Shooting
Navigation
First Aid
Fieldcraft, Tactics & Strategy
Method of Instruction / Cadet Forces Instructional Techniques
Leadership
Some subjects are only taught in the APC Advanced (Leadership, Method of Instruction,
Tactics) or APC Basic (Fieldcraft). The rest are taught across all years.
1.
Drill & Turnout
Ref: The Drill Manual (AC 70166)
The Cadet Training Manual (AC 71462)
Forest CCF Drill Handbook (FS1882-1)
This subject aims to produce cadets with a high standard of appearance and dress at all
times, and with the ability to perform drill movements of the British Army/RAF.
In Terms 1 and 2 of Y9 Cadets receive a Drill & Turnout package in which they learn how
to look after their clothing and kit and how to perform basic drill movements. The APC
(Basic) Drill package is assessed over two assessments. The first takes place at the end
of Michaelmas Term in Y9. The second takes place in Lent Term of Y10. After this,
passing Cadets will have completed APC Basic Drill & Turnout.
Cadets continue to practice drill throughout the remaining three years.
In Y11 Cadets begin the Advanced Drill Package, including Rifle Drill. In Y12 Cadets
continue this package, being assessed in Lent Term, after which passing Cadets will
have completed APC Advanced Drill & Turnout.
In Y13 Cadets learn how to lead Drill. They are not assessed in this, but complete the
syllabus when they lead the Final Parade at the end of Trinity Term.
At the end of every year (last 3 weeks of Trinity Term), the entire Contingent conducts a
Final Parade, demonstrating the very best of their drill and turnout and putting on a show
for all to witness. This is led by the Y13 Cadets who, upon completion, finish Master
Cadet Drill & Turnout.
In practical terms, the Turnout element of D&T is mainly taught by the ongoing advice
given and example set by officer, adult instructors, the SSI and Cadet NCOs. A number
of practice periods are scattered throughout the annual programme, but spare time can
always go towards drill.
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2.
Military Knowledge
Ref: The Cadet Training Manual (AC 71462)
Forest CCF Military Knowledge Handbook (FS1882-2)
Military Knowledge is also split into Basic, Advanced and Master programmes. Basic
aims to give the cadet a general background knowledge to the structure of the British
Armed Forces, Combined Cadet Force and Forest CCF in the broadest outline. It serves
to familiarise Cadets with the environment they now find themselves in, as well as
nurture a healthy interest in the British Armed Forces as a whole. Y9 Cadets are
assessed in Michaelmas Term, after which passing Cadets will have completed APC
Basic Military Knowledge.
In Michaelmas Y11 Cadets undertake the Advanced programme. Advanced prompts
cadets to ask strategic, ethical and political questions about the role of the British Armed
Forces. It consists of presentations prepared by and delivered by the Cadets. In
Michaelmas Term Y12 Cadets deliver 15-minute presentations in groups, before
receiving a 20-minute lecture from a Y13 cadet (as part of their own assessment). Upon
completion of this, passing Cadets will have attained APC Advanced Military
Knowledge.
In Michaelmas, in conjunction with Y12, Cadets in Y13 undertake the Master
programme. This is unique to the Forest CCF Syllabus. They deliver a 20 minute lecture
(with Q&A session) to Y12 Cadets on any military related subject they choose, having
researched and prepared this throughout the previous two weeks. It is an independent
programme, but Cadets are given ‘suggested prompts’ (found in 1882-2). After passing
this assessment cadets will have completed Master Military Knowledge.
3.
Skill at Arms & Shooting
Ref: Cadet Training Skill at Arms (2014)
AC180616 Skill at Arms Syllabus
Army Cadet Force Cadet Training Manual - -Skill At Arms & Shooting (2016)
Forest CCF Skill at Arms & Shooting Handbook (1882-3)
Skill at Arms is mostly taught in Y9. Cadets will first learn how to safely operate the
Scorpion Air Rifle. They will learn weapon safety in general and begin marksmanship
training and participate in their first shoot at School in Lent Term. Later in Lent Term the
Cadets will go on a SAA weekend at Longmoor camp, learning the bulk of the Cadet GP
package in one swoop.
This is an intense package but, once delivered, Cadets will be able to fire on the March
Field Day. From this point on, SAA training will consist only of revision sessions and reassessment to ensure Cadet WHTs are in-date for shooting events.
In Years 10-13 Cadets will fire on the October Weekend (L98A2 Cadet GP), in
scheduled Air Rifle Shoots at School, at the Todd-Lunn Trophy and on Annual Camp.
Marksmanship training and coaching will continue throughout this time.
In Years 12-13 the opportunity may arise to be trained on and fire the L86A2 LSW.
Shooting – Cadets conduct at least 1 Air Rifle Shoot at School every year. The focus of
this should be 1on1 marksmanship coaching. They are also assessed, with a number of
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Shooting badges available. Every year on the Final Parade the best overall shot for the
previous year is recognised and awarded. This includes Air Rifle and GP shoots.
4.
Navigation / Expedition / Adventurous Training
Ref: The Cadet Training Manual (AC 71462)
AC8977 Infantry Map Reading Manual
AC20140121 Navigation Syllabus
AC71849 Adventurous Training Manual
AC784394 Expedition Training Syllabus
Forest CCF Adventurous Training Handbook (FS1882-4)
This subject aims to give Cadets the skills needed to find their way across country with
the aid of their map & compass to a standard similar to that included in the GCSE
Geography syllabus and on DofE. The ‘Expedition’ element is fulfilled through
participation in DofE or through attendance on Adventurous Training.
It is divided into Navigation Basic and Navigation Advanced. Cadets begin Navigation
Basic in Y10. Practical assessments take place in the Summer (on Camp or AT). Written
assessments take place in Lent Term of Y10, after which Cadets will have completed
APC Basic Navigation (practical assessment is not mandatory, as it cannot always be
organised. Cadets should be encouraged to do DofE.)
In Trinity Term Y11 Cadets begin Navigation Advanced. Practical assessments again
take place in the Summer (on Camp or AT) or, at this point, via participation in DofE.
Written assessments take place in Lent Term of Y12, after which passing Cadets will
have completed APC Advanced Navigation.
Y13 Cadets assist in the training and assessment of Y11+12 Cadets in Navigation. DofE
continues to be recognised.
The ‘Expedition’ and ‘Adventurous Training’ aspects of this subject are not formally
assessed, and take place only at Adventurous Training Camp.
5.
First Aid
Ref: AC71101 First Aid Syllabus
Forest CCF First Aid Handbook (FS1882-5)
This subject is divided into Basic First Aid and Advanced First Aid, and usually runs
alongside Navigation training.
Cadets first begin First Aid training in Y10. Cadets are assessed in Lent Term Y10, after
which passing Cadets will have completed APC Basic First Aid.
In Lent Term Y12 Cadets complete the Advanced First Aid package with assessment
taking place Lent Term. After this, Cadets will have completed APC Advanced First
Aid.
In Y13 Cadets may receive a First Aid Master lesson before being assessed, but this will
most likely consist of assisting with training of the Y12s.
If the opportunity arises, Cadets should have their First Aid training officially recognised
(Youth First Aid).
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First Aid should be practical as much as possible.
6.
Fieldcraft, Tactics & Strategy
Ref: AC71101 Fieldcraft and Tactics Syllabus
AC71966 Fieldcraft and Tactics TAM
Forest CCF Fieldcraft, Tactics & Strategy Handbook (FS1882-6)
This is a substantial subject and very attractive to Cadets. It is broken down into 3 further
subjects:
(1) Fieldcraft – takes place almost entirely in Year 9 and 10, although learning is
continuous and built upon in Y11-13.
(2) Tactics – takes place almost entirely in Y11 and Y12, although learning is built upon
in Y13.
(3) Strategy – is unique to Forest CCF and takes place entirely in Y13.
Cadets first receive Fieldcraft training on the October Field Day Year 9.
In Year 10 Cadets learn the bulk of the Fieldcraft package. They undertake a practical
assessment on the October Field Day before a written assessment in Lent Term. After
this, passing Cadets will have completed APC Fieldcraft.
At Annual Camp, where possible, Cadets will put into practice their Fieldcraft training.
Assessments may continue at this time.
Cadets begin the Tactics subject in Y11, undertaking both a written assessment and, on
the October Field Day, a practical assessment. After this, passing Cadets will have
completed APC Tactics.
In Y13 Cadets receive training on the Strategy subject, as part of the Master Syllabus.
This is unique to Forest and designed entirely by Sgt Hughes, with use of official British
Army doctrine and historical strategy. It is done in conjunction with their Leadership
training and they undertake a combined written/practical assessment in Lent Term, after
which they will have completed Master Strategy.
7.
Method of Instruction (MOI) / Cadet Force Instructional Techniques
(CFIT)
Ref: AC20130128 CFIT Manual
Forest CCF Instruction Handbook (FS1882-7)
In order to ensure that a continuous supply of competent Cadet NCO Instructors is
available, suitable cadets who have successfully completed the Red Star Syllabus
undertake CFIT (previously known as the MOI Cadre).
The Cadre is run by the visiting CTT.
Cadets receive the CFIT package in Lent Term Year 11.
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In Years 12 and 13 Cadets put CFIT training into practice by assisting with the delivery of
training and assessment for younger cadets. This will mostly take place on Field
Days/Weekends due to the AM/PM nature of Forest’s timetable.
8.
Leadership
Ref: AC72021c Army Cadet Leadership Code
Forest CCF Leadership Handbook (FS1882-8)
This subject is first introduced in Trinity Term Y9, when Cadets participate in the
Command Task Day at School. They begin formal Leadership training in Y10, but
Leadership development is an ongoing process and effort should be made to develop
Cadets into Leaders from Day 1.
In T1 Y10 Cadets begin formal Leadership training with Assessments taking place T2
(Command Tasks day). After this, passing Cadets will have completed Leadership 1.
Leadership development continues throughout Y11 and Y12, with assessment in T2
(Command Tasks Day). Completion of this passes Cadets in Leadership 2.
In Y13 Cadets continue Leadership training, culminating in the T2 Command Tasks Day
which they design. After this, they will have completed Leadership 3 and the Leadership
Syllabus.
Command Tasks Day:
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Y9 – Team Members (Led by the Y10s)
Y10 – Team Leaders (Lead the Y9s)
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Y11 – Team Members (Led by the Y12s)
Y12 – Team Leaders (Lead the Y11s)
Y13 – Managers (Design the programme)
8.
Handbooks & Lessons
Below contains tables listing all handbooks & lessons.
Forest CCF Drill Handbook (1882-1)
Lesson
Description
Basic
Basic
B1
B2
Basic
Basic
B3
B4
Basic
Basic
Basic Test
(1)
B5
Equipment Care & Turnout
The Aim & Purpose of Drill
Positions of Attention, Stand at Ease and Stand Easy
Turnings at the Halt
Compliments: Reason, Origin and Information
Saluting to the Front
Dismissing and Falling Out
Basic Assessment 1 (Practical)
Basic
Basic
B6
B7
Introduction to Marching
Marching and Halting in Quick Time
Forming Up in Three Ranks and Getting on Parade
Open and Close Order
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DRILL
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Basic
Basic
B8
B9
Basic
Basic
Advanced
Advanced
Advanced
B10
Basic Test
(2)
A1
A2
A3
Advanced
A4
Advanced
A5
Advanced
A6
Advanced
A7
Advanced
Advanced
Test
M1
M2
M3
Master
Test
Master
Master
Master
Master
Wheeling in Quick Time
Changing Step in Quick Time
Marking Time in Quick Time
About Turn in Quick Time
Basic Assessment 2 (Practical)
Left & Right Turns on the March
Saluting on the March Eyes Right & Left
Rifle Drill – Position of Attention, Stand at Ease and
Stand Easy
Rifle Drill – Change Arms at the Shoulder
Rifle Drill – Slope Arms from the Shoulder/Shoulder
Arms from the Slope
Rifle Drill – Ground Arms from the Shoulder/Shoulder
Arms from the Slope
Rifle Drill – Present Arms from the Slope/Slope Arms
from the Present
Rifle Drill – Saluting at the Halt (Slope
Position)/Saluting on the March (Slope Position)
Advanced Assessment (Practical)
Parading and Inspecting a Squad
Definitions, Words of Command and Directing Flanks
Cane & Banner Drill
Master Assessment (Practical)
Forest CCF Military Knowledge Handbook (1882-2)
Lesson
Description
Basic
B1
Basic
Basic
Basic
Advanced
Advanced
Advanced
B2
B3
Basic Test
A1
A2
Advanced
Test
M1
M1
Master
Test
History of Forest CCF
Structure of Forest CCF
Ranks & Badges of Rank
The Arms and Services of the British Army
Basic Assessment (Written)
Group Presentation Preparation 1
Group Presentation Preparation 2
Advanced Assessment (Practical)
Master
Master
Master
Lecture Preparation 1
Lecture Preparation 2
Master Assessment (Practical)
SKILL AT
ARMS &
SHOOTIN
G
Forest CCF Skill at Arms & Shooting Handbook (1882-3)
Level
Lesson
Description
SAA
SAA
SAA
SAA
SAA
AR1
AR2
AR WHT
GP1
GP2
Introduction to SAA
Air Rifle Lesson
Air Rifle WHT
General Description, Safety and Sights
Stripping and Assembling
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MILITARY
KNOWLEDGE
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SAA
SAA
SAA
SAA
SAA
SAA
SAA
SAA
GP3
GP4
GP5
GP WHT
LSW1
LSW2
LSW3
LSW4
SAA
SAA
Shooting
Shooting
LSW5
LSW WHT
B1
B2
Shooting
Shooting
B3
Basic
Shoot
A1
Shooting
Shooting
Shooting
Shooting
Shooting
A2
Advanced
Shoot
M1
Master
Shoot
Basic Handling Drills
Cleaning and Maintenance
Mechanism, Immediate Action and Stoppage Drills
Cadet GP WHT
General Description, Safety and Sights
Stripping, Assembling, Cleaning & Basic Handling
Holding, Aiming and Firing in the Prone Position
Alteration of Sights, Selection and use of Firing
Positions
Mechanism, Immediate Action and Stoppages
LSW WHT
Marksmanship Principles 1-4
Firing Drills
Aiming Off and Miss Drill
Firing from Other Positions and Use of Cover
Basic Assessment
Carriage of the Weapon and Reaction to Effective
Enemy Fire
Firing at Crossing and Multiple Targets
Coaching
Advanced Assessment
Coaching
Master Assessment
Forest CCF Adventurous Training Handbook (1882-4)
Lesson
Description
Navigation
B1
Navigation
B2
Navigation
B3
Navigation
Navigation
Navigation
B4
Basic
Test
Basic
Test
A1
Introduction to Maps
Grid References
Scale
Map Symbols
Handrails, Collecting & Catching Features
Estimating & Measuring Distances
Relief & Shape of Ground
Country Code
Navigating With a Compass
Basic Assessment (Written)
Navigation
A2
Navigation
A3
Navigation
Navigation
A4
Advanced
Test
Navigation
Basic Assessment (Practical)
Orientating a Map using Prominent Features
Orientating a map using a Compass
Foot Pacing
Estimating & Measuring Accurate Distances
Setting & Following Bearings
Estimating Time
Planning and Preparing a Route Plan
Advanced Assessment (Written)
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ADVENTUROUS TRAINING /
NAVIGATION
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Navigation
Navigation
Advanced
Test
M1
Navigation
M2
Navigation
M3
Navigation
Master
Test
Master
Test
E
Navigation
Expedition
Adventurous
Training
AT
Advanced Assessment (Practical)
Countryside Access Laws and Responsibilities
Navigation Leadership
Using Smaller Contour Features to Navigate
Using Aim-off to reach a Target on a Linear
Feature
Identifying the most appropriate Route where more
than one Option is available
Using coarse & fine navigation
Master Assessment (Written)
Master Assessment (Practical)
Expedition Participation
Expedition Teamwork
Expedition Leadership
Adventurous Training Participation
Adventurous Training Teamwork
Adventurous Training Leadership
Forest CCF First Aid Handbook (1882-5)
Lesson
Description
Basic
B1
Basic
B2
Basic
B3
Basic
B4
Basic
Advanced
Basic
Test
A1
Being a First Aider
Managing and Coping with an Emergency
Primary Survey, Recovery Position
Resuscitation & Choking
Treatment of Bleeding & Shock
Recognition of Bones, Muscle & Joint Injuries
Bites, Stings & Foreign Objects
Keeping Safe & Warm
Basic Assessment (Written & Practical)
Advanced
A2
Advanced
A3
Advanced
A4
Advanced
Advanced
Test
M1
M2
Master
Test
Master
Master
Master
Bone, Muscle & Joint Injuries (Treatment)
Spinal Injuries
Asthma, Chest Pains
Burns & Scolds
Electric Shocks
Fainting
Head Injuries
Heat Exhaustion
Hypothermia
Poisons
Low Blood Sugar
Seizures
Severe Allergic Reactions
Advanced Assessment (Written & Practical)
Communication & Casualty Care
Revision
Master Assessment (Written & Practical)
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Forest CCF Fieldcraft, Tactics & Strategy Handbook (18826)
Lesson
Description
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
F1
F2
F3
F4
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
F5
F6
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
F7
F8
F9
Fieldcraft
F10
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
F11
F12
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
Fieldcraft
Tactics
F13
F14
Fieldcraft
Test
T1
Preparation & Packing of Personal Equipment
Administration in the Field
The Two-man Shelter
Why Things Are Seen
Observation
Personal Camouflage & Concealment
Judging Distance
Indication of Targets
Range Cards
Duties of a Sentry
Moving With/Without Personal Weapons
Field Signals
Organisation & Grouping
Operating As A Member Of A Fire Team And Section
Selecting A Route Across Country
Night Training
Night Movement
Individual Fire & Movement
Issuing Fire Control Orders
Fieldcraft Assessment (Practical)
Tactics
T2
Tactics
Tactics
Tactics
Tactics
Tactics
Tactics
Tactics
Tactics
Tactics
Strategy
Strategy
T3
T4
T5
T6
T7
T8
T9
T10
Tactics
Test
S1
S2
Strategy
S3
Strategy
S4
Strategy
S5
Strategy
Strategy
Test
Organisation & Grouping
Tactical Principles & Leadership
Patrolling
Patrol Harbours
Observation Posts (OPs)
Ambushes
Section Attacks
Platoon Attacks
Battle Procedure, Functional Grouping & Orders
Defence & Delay Operations
TIWAF
TIBUA
Tactics Assessment (Practical)
Introduction to Doctrine & Strategy
Historical Strategy Classical Strategy & Doctrine
Modern Strategy Counter-Insurgency & Urban Warfare
Modern Strategy –
Land, Mountain Desert Operations
Modern Strategy –
Combined Arms, Air & Space Warfare
Strategy Assessment (Written & Practical)
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FIELDCRAFT, TACTICS & STRATEGY
Level
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Level
Lesson
Description
CFIT
CFIT 1
CFIT
CFIT
CFIT
CFIT
CFIT 2
CFIT 3
CFIT 4
ASSESSMENT
Introduction, aims and principles
EDIP, Types of Lesson, Types of Learning
Steps 1-2
Step 3
Steps 4-5
Assessment Lessons
INSTRUCTION
Forest CCF Instruction Handbook (1882-7)
Level
Lesson
Description
Y9
Y10
Y11
Y12
Y13
L1
L2
L3
L4
L5
Introduction to Teamwork
Introduction to Leadership
Advanced Teamwork
Advanced Leadership
Leadership & Command
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LEADERSHIP
Forest CCF Leadership Handbook (1882-8)
Assessments
The progression of assessments is therefore as follows:
Year 9
Year 10
SAA Air Rifle
(SAA .22)
SAA L98A2
SAA Air Rifle
(SAA .22)
SAA L98A2
Year 11
Skill at Arms
SAA Air Rifle
(SAA .22)
SAA L98A2
Year 12
Year 13
SAA Air Rifle
(SAA .22)
SAA L98A2
SAA LSW
SAA Air Rifle
(SAA .22)
SAA L98A2
SAA LSW
Shooting
Basic Shoot – Air
Rifle
Introduction
Basic – L98A2
Basic Shoot – Air
Rifle
Basic Shoot –
L98A2
Advanced Shoot
– Air Rifle
Advanced Shoot
– L98A2
Advanced Shoot
– Air Rifle
Advanced Shoot
– L98A2
Basic Shoot –
LSW
Master Shoot –
Air Rifle
Master Shoot –
L98A2
Advanced Shoot
– LSW
Military Knowledge
Basic Military
Knowledge
Advanced
Military
Knowledge
Master Military
Knowledge
Drill & Turnout
Basic Drill &
Turnout 1
Basic Drill &
Turnout 2
Advanced Drill &
Turnout
Navigation
Basic Navigation
Advanced
Navigation
First Aid
Basic First Aid
Advanced First
Aid
Fieldcraft & Tactics
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Turnout
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Fieldcraft
Tactics
Strategy
Method of Instruction
Method of
Instruction
Teaching
Teaching
Leadership 2
Leadership 3
Leadership
Leadership 1
10.
Rank Eligibility
Cadets are not eligible for promotion until they have completed the APC (Basic) Syllabus and
are in Y10+.
Cadet promotion, based on merit, is subject to selection by the Contingent Commander and
Forest has its own progression schedule for Cadet promotions (see below). However,
promotion is also tied to courses passed as follows:
To L/Cpl
- Pass APC Basic Syllabus
(Red Star)
To Cpl
- Pass MOI Cadre/Leadership Cadre
To Sgt
- Pass APC Advanced Syllabus
Above Sgt
- Selection on merit and ability
(Gold Star)
Cadets cannot be promoted beyond the following restrictions for each year group:
Y9
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Y10
L/Cpl
Y11
L/Cpl
Cpl
Y12
L/Cpl
Cpl
Sgt
C/Sgt
Y13
L/Cpl
Cpl
Sgt
C/Sgt
CSM
Award Eligibility
The following awards may be given per year group:
Y9
Y10
Red Star
Y11
Red Star
Y12
Red Star
Gold Star
Y13
Red Star
Gold Star
Master Cadet
Air Rifle Pass
Air Rifle Pass
Air Rifle 1st
Class
Air Rifle Pass
Air Rifle 1st
Class
Air Rifle
Marksman
Air Rifle Pass
Air Rifle 1st
Class
Air Rifle
Marksman
Air Rifle Pass
Air Rifle 1st
Class
Air Rifle
Marksman
Cadet GP Pass
Cadet GP Pass
Cadet GP Pass
Cadet GP Pass
Cadet GP Pass
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The G.H.S. Iorns
Shooting Cup
(Best Overall
Shot)
Cadet GP 1st
Class
Cadet GP 1st
Class
Cadet GP
Marksman
Cadet GP 1st
Class
Cadet GP
Marksman
Cadet GP 1st
Class
Cadet GP
Marksman
The G.H.S. Iorns
Shooting Cup
(Best Overall
Shot)
The G.H.S. Iorns
Shooting Cup
(Best Overall
Shot)
The G.H.S. Iorns
Shooting Cup
(Best Overall
Shot)
The G.H.S. Iorns
Shooting Cup
(Best Overall
Shot)
School ½
Colours
School ½
Colours
School Full
Colours
School ½
Colours
School Full
Colours
NCO Cup
NCO Shield
NCO Cup
NCO Shield
Clive Burton
Memorial
Sword
12.
Training Records
The following training records should be maintained:
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Attendance Register
Cadet Record of Service Book (B/Cadets/2 or equivalent)
Forest CCF Cadet Record Booklet
o Attendance History
o Rank History
o Qualifications
o Assessment Scores
o Shooting Scores
o Courses
Certificates. A certificate is awarded to each cadet who passes APC Basic, APC Advanced
and Master respectively.
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