Success For Down Teen Cadets

Cadet Sergeant David McGibbin received his Four Star Cadet certificate which recognises achievement, commitment and progress in the Army Cadet Force, while at the same ceremony Cadet Warrant Officer Beth Gill received a  certificate to mark the achievement of the internationally respected BTEC in Public Services qualification. [caption id="attachment_30212" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Cadet Sergeant David McGibbin with mum Christine, right, and family friend Lynn Orr."][/caption] The internationally respected BTEC in Public Services qualification which delivered to Cadets via the Cadet Vocational Qualification Organisation (CVQO) mixes theory and practical elements with an emphasis on leadership, teamwork, communications, problem solving and fitness. The syllabus includes professional CV preparation, interviewing techniques, communication, first aid, adventure training, health and nutrition. Presenting the awards, Colonel Hubert McAllister, Honorary Colonel of 2^nd (NI) Battalion Army Cadet Force said, “These are terrific achievements and great milestones in any Cadet career.  Reaching the level indicated by 4 star status or BTEC qualification is undoubtedly tough, particularly when the work is juggled with school and other commitments, but our Cadets are nothing if not focused. “They are typical teenagers in that they all enjoy socialising and having fun, but they are also exceptionally determined and hard-working individuals as demonstrated by this latest success. [caption id="attachment_30216" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Cadet Sergeant David McGibbin with mum Christine (right) and family friend, Lynn Orr."][/caption] “My congratulations go to Beth and David for the effort and enthusiasm which I know lie behind today’s presentation of awards – and may I also recognise the contribution made by the team of Adult Instructors who work tirelessly to ensure the success of this element of Cadet membership? “Once again Cadet membership is shown not only to be valuable and, indeed, enjoyable in itself but also an excellent vehicle for building a CV prior to embarking on life at college, university or in the world of work.”]]>