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Throughout their career in the Sea Cadet Corps cadets receive training.
Training is generally broken down into 2 parts, Part 1 Training & Part 2 Training.
Part 1 Training
Part 1 Training takes place in the unit and is compulsory for all cadets.
Cadets will learn all about the Rank Structures of the Sea Cadet Corps, Royal Navy & Royal Marines. Fire Safety & Prevention, Drill, Practical Leadership Skills, Traditions of the Royal Navy & Methods of Instruction.
Part 2 Training (Specialisations)
Part 2 Training takes place in the unit, at district/area events and national training centres. Cadets have the opportunity to specialise in multiple subjects:
Radio Communications
In all the Armed Forces, radio communication 
is essential to keep in touch. Learning to communicate by radio is excellent grounding for any cadets hoping to embark on a career in the Armed Forces. Radio communication training will, of course, enhance a cadet’s general communication skills, which are highly transferable and a valuable asset in any form of employment.
Information Technology
As well as the practical aspects of life as a Cadet (such as spending time on training ships and learning valuable seamanship and maintenance skills), there are also opportunities for cadets to acquire new skills and hone existing knowledge in information technology (IT). The logistical side of life at sea is just as important as manning the ships themselves.
Cadets can get involved in the day to day running of their Unit, keeping track of the stocks of uniforms and other equipment, and even helping with the accounts. They can expect to learn about Health and Safety at Work legislation and the importance of security and confidentiality, all of which is of great benefit as they move into the world of work. In the Sea Cadet Corps and the Royal Navy this area is called Writer / Stores.
Cook/Steward
From time to time the British weather can stop Cadets getting out on the water, but 
there are plenty of other activities to keep Cadets busy when that happens. Everyone needs to know how to prepare healthy meals and Cadets themselves are always hungry!
Cadets are schooled in cookery and stewarding, food hygiene and preparation, menu planning and serving meals. They start with basic safety and hygiene and galley familiarisation, and before they know it are serving up mess dinners and formal meals, complete with a full range of cutlery and fancy folded napkins!
There are plenty of opportunities for the Cadets to use their various cook/steward skills on unit training weekends, at parents’ and supporters’ evenings and at fundraising events. And, of course, these skills are very useful both at home and when looking for part-time work. You can even get an NVQ (National Vocational Qualification).
Engineering
For those who like to know how things work, many Units provide, at a basic level, training in Marine Engineering which covers both mechanical and electrical topics. Further in depth training is generally provided at Area and National Training Centres.
This is very much a “hands on” specialisation. Training is given in the small motor boats used by The Corps which enables Cadets to carry out basic maintenance routines on boats used by their Unit.
On the mechanical side the training starts with the basic essentials of engine operation and maintenance. If Cadets wish to take this training further they will achieve a more detailed understanding of engine systems and maintenance tasks required to keep an engine in good working order. Eventually Cadets gain knowledge of, and take part in, the more major engine maintenance routines, for example removal of cylinder heads.
On the electrical side training starts with basic electrical principles and battery maintenance. Further training includes soldering and cable selection along with learning about motor and generator operation. Finally, a more detailed teaching of electrical safeguards and controls and some basic electronics is given.
A BTEC First Diploma in Engineering (Maintenance) is now on offer for Sea Cadets. Cadets who complete the Sea Cadet marine engineering syllabus are eligible for this award.
Meteorology
As we are all too aware, the British weather has a reputation for its unpredictability. Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and concerns all aspects of the Earth's atmosphere as well as the interaction between the atmosphere and the surface of the planet.
Understanding meteorology is an essential skill for any seafarer and by learning skills 
in meteorology, Cadets can help prepare themselves and others for whatever the elements throw at them.
They can expect to learn about matters like:
• Impact of weather on our lives
• Economic effects of weather
• Sources of weather information
• Weather in times of conflict
• Means of collecting, collating and disseminating data
• UK Met Office
• Weather observation
• Cloud types
• Atmospheric pressure
• Water in the atmosphere
• The weather map
• The wind
• Thunderstorms
• Fog and mist
• The shipping forecast
• And even how to make a weather instrument!
Seamanship & Ropework
Seamanship refers to the art of operating a boat or ship and may be divided up into a variety of topics and specialisations. As Cadets progress in seamanship, it sub-divides into ropework and navigation.
Navigation involves being able to find the present location of 
the vessel and determining a safe course of travel to the vessels destination. In navigation Cadets learn about the chart and how to use it, tides and how to calculate them, the ‘rules of the road’ (important stuff like how to avoid collisions, and what the rules are for overtaking), sound signals, steering rules, what the different lights on vessels mean and how they should be used, and the different safety and distress signals.
Ropework is the art of making, repairing and using rope. Cadets choosing ropework start off learning bends and hitches such as the rolling hitch, the sheet bend and the fisherman’s bend, continue through with rules for handling ropes and make a start on basic rigging. Cadets with these skills are obviously very valuable to their Unit in helping look after the boats properly. As they progress, Cadets can learn decorative ropework and even basic sailmaking, allowing them to make practical items of equipment for use in the Unit.