Cadet Resources
Everything a cadet needs to know — oaths, orders, standards, uniform tips, and how we communicate. Know it. Live it. Own it.
Every cadet recites their oath upon entering the program. These aren't formalities — they're commitments. Know them by heart.
"I promise to serve God, honor our flag, abide by Naval Sea Cadet Corps Regulations, and carry out the orders of the officers appointed over me, and so conduct myself as to be a credit to myself, my unit, the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, the Navy, the Coast Guard, and my country."
"I promise to serve God, honor our flag, abide by the Navy League Cadet Corps regulations, carry out the orders of the officers appointed over me, and so conduct myself as to be a credit to my ship, the Navy League Cadet Corps, the Navy, and my country."
All eleven General Orders must be memorized and recited on demand. These are foundational to military discipline — every cadet is expected to know them cold.
- I To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
- II To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert, and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
- III To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
- IV To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own.
- V To quit my post only when properly relieved.
- VI To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me, all orders from the Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch only.
- VII To talk to no one except in the line of duty.
- VIII To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
- IX To call the officer of the deck in any case not covered by instructions.
- X To salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased.
- XI To be especially watchful at night, and, during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.
The Sailor's Creed is recited by Navy personnel worldwide. As Sea Cadets, we adopt it as our own — understanding the values it represents and what it means to serve under those words.
I am a United States Sailor.
I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me.
I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and all who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.
I proudly serve my country's Navy combat team with Honor, Courage and Commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.
The uniform is a privilege. When you wear it, you represent the entire division. A sharp uniform signals attention to detail in everything — and a sloppy one says the opposite. Know the standard and exceed it.
General Uniform Standards
- ✓ Iron your uniform before every drill. Creases should be sharp — center crease on trouser legs, straight seams on shirt.
- ✓ Ribbons and insignia must be centered and positioned correctly per regulations. When in doubt, ask your Petty Officer — not Google.
- ✓ Shoes must be polished. A wet cloth and shoe polish, applied in small circles with a buffing finish, is the standard technique.
- ✓ Hair must meet grooming standards before you arrive at drill — not on the way there. Males: fade cut, no hair touching ears, no hair longer than 4 inches. Females: long hair in a bun at the nape per Female Hairstyle Regulations.
- ✓ Uniforms remain Navy property. Treat them accordingly — hang them up, keep them clean, and return them in good condition when required.
How to Tie a Neckerchief
The neckerchief is one of the most recognized parts of the Navy enlisted uniform. Rolling and tying it correctly takes practice — do it wrong and it will loosen throughout drill. Do it right and it stays tight all day.
- Lay the neckerchief flat on a table, pointed side facing you (diamond orientation).
- Fold the point up to meet the opposite edge, creating a triangle.
- Starting from the folded edge (the flat/straight side), roll the neckerchief tightly toward the point. Keep the roll even and firm — loose rolls unravel.
- Continue rolling until you have a tightly coiled tube, approximately 1 inch in diameter. The point should be tucked inside or barely visible at the end.
- Drape the rolled neckerchief around your neck, under the collar, with equal lengths on each side.
- Cross the right end over the left end.
- Bring the right end up and through the loop around your neck — like the first half of tying a shoe.
- Pull snug so the knot sits at the base of your throat, centered. The knot should be a simple overhand knot, not a bow.
- Adjust so both tails hang evenly and the knot is centered on your chest.
Folding NWU Sleeves
Navy Working Uniform (NWU) sleeves are rolled when working in environments where rolled sleeves are authorized. The roll must be uniform, neat, and the same on both arms — uneven rolls are a uniform discrepancy.
- Unbutton the cuff and lay your arm flat on a surface if needed.
- Fold the cuff up by approximately 3 inches, creating a clean first fold. The inside of the cuff material should now be facing out.
- Fold again — another 3-inch fold upward — creating a neat double fold. The end result should sit approximately 2–3 inches above the elbow.
- The edge of the roll should be parallel to the ground — not angled or twisted.
- Repeat identically on the other arm. Both rolls must be the same width and height.
- Smooth out any wrinkles in the roll with your hand. The fold should look sharp, not sloppy.
Questions about uniform standards, drill schedules, or enrollment documents? Contact leadership directly.
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