Join ALERT Cadets

Getting Started

Successful completion of the Basic Training Manual is a prerequisite for membership as an ALERT Cadet. Projects in the Basic Training Manual focus on the Cadet motto, “Strong to Overcome,” and define the code of conduct of an ALERT Cadet: a young man who is swift to hear what is true, quick to honor, strong to obey, courageous to be truthful, diligent to be neat, and genuine in gratefulness.

There is a fee of $35 per family for the ALERT Cadet Basic Training materials. Additional sons in the same family may enroll at age eight with no additional charge.

Download the application for the Basic Training Manual.

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A description of the ALERT Cadet program along with questions and answers is available in booklet form by contacting ALERT Cadet Headquarters or by downloading the booklet here.

"Welcome to ALERT Cadets" - main booklet

"Welcome to ALERT Cadets" - color cover

Join a Squad/Unit

Upon completion of the ALERT Cadet Basic Training Manual, you will be eligible to join an existing Squad or Unit in your area or start a new one with two other families.

A $95 membership application fee per applicant covers the cost of the uniform (shirt, trousers, belt, and patches), the Novice Handbook with all six Phase manuals, the ALERT Cadet Personal Journal, membership card, and processing fee.

Download the Cadet Membership Form (PDF, 41KB), to be sent in after completing the ALERT Cadet Basic Training Manual. You will also want to send in your uniform order form as well to assure proper fitting.

Accountability

The Squad structure of the ALERT Cadet Program provides local accountability groups for fathers seeking to raise sons who are mighty in spirit and ready to serve. Made up of three to five fathers and their sons, Squads meet regularly for accountability in their daily disciplines and to learn new skills, as well as to plan for service projects and adventure outings. When a Squad reaches six families, it then becomes a Unit which is composed of two Squads of three families each.

Flexibility

The ALERT Cadet Program provides the flexibility for each Squad/Unit to tailor their meetings to the goals and needs of the fathers and sons in the Squad/Unit. Skill development, adventure activities, and service projects accommodate the unique gifts God gives and the opportunities He brings along.