The United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC or NSCC) is a congressionally chartered,

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-sponsored organization that serves to teach individuals about the sea-going military services, U.S. naval operations and training, community service, citizenship, and an understanding of discipline and teamwork. The USNSCC is composed of two programs – the senior program for cadets age 13 through the age of 18, and the Navy League Cadet Corps (NLCC), which is for cadets ages 10 through 13.

History

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The NSCC was founded in 1958 by the

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at the request of the Department of the Navy. In 1962, the USNSCC was chartered under

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as a non-profit youth organization with an emphasis towards the sea-going services of the United States. In 2000, the U.S. Congress stated that the NSCC and related programs "provide significant benefits for the Armed Forces, including significant public relations benefits." Although under no service obligation, a sizeable percentage of cadets later enlist in the military. Members who attain the grade E-3 or Seaman/Airman or are in the program for 2 years, may enter as an advanced paygrade of E-3 if they join the Navy before they turn 24 years old, and E-2 in the Marine Corps or other services, due to the training they receive. Seacadets4

U.S. Navy training activities include, but are not limited to: Flag of the Chicago Division of the USNSCC

* Amphibious Operations Training * Shipboard training *

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* FAA Ground School * JAG Legal Training * MAA (Master at Arms, the Navy equivalent to Military Police) Law Enforcement Academy * POLA (Petty Officer Leadership Academy) *

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(Naval Construction Battalions) * Submarine Seminar (basic and advanced) * USN Seamanship Academy * Firefighting and Damage Control School * Port Operations * Honor Guard School * Field Medical School (

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) * Cybersecurity Training *

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Training * SWCC (Special Warfare Combat Crewman) IE "special boats" * EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) Training * AIRR (Naval Helo Search And Rescue Swimmer) Training * Advanced Music Training * Land Navigation Training * Field Operations Training *

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training * Marksmanship training * Expeditionary Warfare Training * Maritime Interdiction * International Exchange Program *

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training * Coastal Riverine training * Locally arranged training * Lifeguard * U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar * Due to COVID-19 there are virtual trainings offered Seacadets

The USNSCC owns a ship, the USNSCS ''Grayfox'', homeported in

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, Michigan. The USNSCC also sponsors an International Exchange Program with other Sea Cadet programs around the world: exchange countries include the

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. The Band of the West (BOTW) is a 30-member martial music team which is the only active marching band in the USNSCC. The band has been trained by the top military bands in the nation including the

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, Marine Band San Diego and the 101st Army Reserve Band.

Uniforms

As of 10 January 2020 the U.S. Navy has authorized the NWU III Uniform to be worn by Cadets, Midshipmen, Instructors and Officers of the USNSCC. The NWU III uniform worn by the NSCC/NLCC is modified with official USNSCC/USNLCC tapes, shoulder flashes and 8-point cover flash. The only footwear authorized for wear with the NWU III is a black combat style boot. Coyote, Tan and Black "rough out" boots are not authorized for the NSCC.

Rates

Warrant officers are adult leaders who have received direct appointments into the USNSCC Officer Corps. Warrant Officers wear a modified navy warrant officer's (W-2) uniform appropriately marked with the NSCC Insignia. Warrant Officers normally serve a specific function or head a department within the unit and remain in the grade of Warrant Officer, however, may become an Ensign in the normal path of advancement after one year of service if they choose to do so. Candidates for Warrant Officer do not have to complete the Officer/Midshipman Study Guide prior to appointment, but have to have obtained the rank of E-6 or higher in any branch of the Armed Forces, serve 1 year as an instructor, and have a special skill, or speciality in the unit's operation. Sea_Cadet_Chief_Petty_Officer

Advancement and promotion

Cadets

Adult officers

Awards and decorations

Headquarters

Policy and guidance for the administration and operation of the Cadet Corps programs is established by a National Board of Directors. The National Vice President of the Navy League for Youth Programs serves concurrently as the National Chairman of the NSCC National Board, and the Vice Chairman of the NSCC National Board serves as the National President. Day-to-day administration of the programs is accomplished by a full-time Executive Director and small staff located in Arlington, Virginia.

Gallery

File:Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren fire department battalion chief Tracy Hall offers some knot-tying pointers to a Navy League cadet.jpg, Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren fire department battalion chief Tracy Hall offers some knot-tying pointers to a Navy League cadet. File:US Navy 040722-N-5526M-005 Naval Sea Cadets take part in a rigorous exercise routine while participating in Diver-Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Special Operations Program training at the Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek N.jpg, Naval Sea Cadets take part in a rigorous exercise routine while participating in Diver/Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Special Operations Program training. File:US Navy 080716-N-4386D-001 Master-at-Arms 1st Class Doug Terou, left, assigned to Naval Station Everett, Wash., encourages members of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps to work during a master-at-arms training exercise.jpg, Master-at-Arms 1st Class Doug Terou, left, assigned to Naval Station Everett, Wash., encourages members of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps to work during a master-at-arms training exercise. File:US Navy 080817-N-2296G-028 U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Josh Gladden provides instruction on how to get the perfect spit-shined shoes as part of basic training to U.S. Naval League Cadet Corps recruits during their one-week boot camp.jpg, U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Josh Gladden provides instruction on how to get the perfect spit-shined shoes as part of basic training to U.S. Naval League Cadet Corps recruits. File:US Navy 090702-N-5366K-333 Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) William Davis, assigned to the U.S. Navy Parachute Team the Leap Frogs, talks to a U.S. Navy Sea Cadet Corps cadet from the Seal Beach Battalion.jpg, Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) William Davis talks to a U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps cadet from the Seal Beach Battalion.

References

External links

Naval Sea Cadet Corps
Navy.com (About the Navy: "Before the Navy"). Retrieved 2009-12-05.
Naval Sea Cadet Corps official website
Retrieved 2009-12-05.
National Resources Portal webpage
on Naval Sea Cadet Corps official website. Retrieved 2009-12-05.
COMPASS: National Training Portal webpage
on Naval Sea Cadet Corps official website. Retrieved 2009-12-05.
NSCC Alumni Association
official website. Retrieved 2009-12-05.
International Sea Cadet Association
official website. Retrieved 2009-12-05.
International Exchange Program
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