Upcoming TLC Classes
(updated 6 Oct 24)
Training Leaders of Cadets (TLC) Classes are the premier venue for Cadet Programs Officers to learn how to become better mentors of cadets and more effective managers of cadet squadrons. The Basic and Intermediate classes are a component of the Cadet Programs Officer Specialty Track. To foster collegial discussions among adult volunteers, cadets are prohibited from attending.
Topics include:
- Putting excitement into squadron meetings
- Getting cadets off to a Great Start
- Developing partnerships with parents
- Mentoring cadets to develop their potential
- Providing each cadet with a tailor-made challenge
STUDENT PREPARATION: Before attending any TLC classes (and to be sure to get credit), please invest about 45 minutes by completing the online modules in eServices > Online Learning > Absorb LMS> Search: TLC (Basic or Intermediate, depending which class you're taking. Or do both the Basic & Intermediate modules : -)
PLEASE NOTE: Graduation from TLC-Basic within the last 4 years is required for the Cadet Programs Technician Rating, the Command Technician Rating, and the Character Development Technician Rating. It also helps your unit earn the QCUA. Graduation from TLC-Intermediate is required for the Cadet Programs Senior Rating. There is a rare TLC-Advanced class, but it is typically offered only to Wing Directors of Cadet Programs. If you are interested in TLC-Advanced, please email the AKWG DCP.
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eServices Registration Zone aka "Reg Zone": NHQ now offers Virtual TLC Basic & Intermediate classes on a monthly basis! (Basic on odd months, Intermediate on even months, on varying days of the week, sometime for shorter periods of time over multiple days)
More info available here: https://www.gocivilairpatrol.
To register, log into eServices then click on the link for the class you want to register for. Or go to the eServices REGISTRATION ZONE, click on "Event Registration," and search for "TLC" and for "Training Leaders of Cadets." Make note of whether it's a virtual offering, and the time zone in which the times are listed. If the class is full but keeps a wait list, register for the wait list.
Examples Screen shot:
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Sat 2/22/25 from 8am-5pm Alaska Time: AKWG TLC Basic
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Want to offer a class yourself?
If you have graduated from a TLC class, you may be eligible to help teach or coordinate a class at that level. In fact, helping teach any class is a requirement for Level 3 (Captain-level) and will greatly benefit the wing. You may help teach a class in person, virtually, or as a hybrid class. For more information on teaching a class, to find the curriculum, and for tips & tricks, go here: https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/programs/cadets/cpofficer/tlc
Please refer to CAPR 60-1 Para 2.3.2 regarding Cadet Program Management, including the requirements for teaching/coordinating a TLC class (https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/R_601_D19B3E261AA1D.pdf)
In Alaska Wing, please coordinate with Capt Skylar Caldwell (skylar.caldwell@akwg.cap.gov), Director of Cadet Programs
