Section 2 EO C507.01 – IDENTIFY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES FOR A CADET INSTRUCTORS CADRE (CIC) OFFICER

Resources needed for the completion of this self-study package are listed in the lesson specification located in A-CR-CCP-805/PG-001, Proficiency Level Five Qualification Standard and Plan, Chapter 4. Specific uses for said resources are identified throughout the self-study package within the section for which they are required.

Self-study packages are intended to be completed by the cadet independently. More information about self-study packages can be found in the foreword and preface.

Review the lesson content and become familiar with the material prior to facilitating this lesson.

Photocopy the self-study package located at Attachment A for each cadet.

Photocopy the answer key located at Attachment B but do not provide it to the cadet.

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A self study was chosen for this lesson as it allows the cadet to examine in greater detail service opportunities for a CIC officer at their own learning pace. This encourages the cadet to become more self-reliant and independent by focusing on their own learning instead of learning directed by the instructor.

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By the end of this lesson the cadet shall be expected to have identified service opportunities for a CIC officer.

It is important for cadets to be aware of the various service opportunities for a CIC officer if they choose to enrol as a CIC officer. By being aware of these opportunities, they will be able to make a more informed decision about enrolling and what direction they want their service to take.

The objective of this self-study package is to have the cadet identify service opportunities for a CIC officer.

Provide the cadet with a classroom or training area suitable to complete the self-study package.

1.Provide the cadet with a copy of the self-study package located at Attachment A and a pen / pencil.

2.Allow the cadet 90 minutes to complete the self-study package.

3.Provide assistance as required to the cadet.

4.Collect the self-study package once the cadet has finished.

5.Correct the self-study package with the self-study package answer key located at Attachment B.

6.Provide feedback to the cadet and indicate whether or not they have completed the Enabling Objective (EO).

7.Return the completed self-study package to the cadet for their future reference.

8.Upon competition of the self-study package, record the result in the cadet's logbook and Cadet Training Record.

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The cadet's completion of the self-study package will serve as the confirmation of this lesson.

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A decision to serve in the Canadian Forces (CF) must not be made lightly. A decision to serve as a CIC officer can be made easier by identifying the various ways that CIC officers are employed.

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