Do cadets outrank NCO?

The NCO referred me to AR 600-20, Army Command Policy, which makes it pretty clear that West Point cadets do, in fact, outrank Army NCOs. This regulation shows that cadets rank after commissioned and warrant officers, but before NCOs.

Are cadets higher than enlisted?

Cadets and midshipmen in the ROTC programs generally hold training ranks equivalent to their branch's enlisted ranks during their first three years of training and officer-equivalent ranks during their senior year, except in the Air Force where they hold officer-equivalent rank during their junior and senior years.

Is a Sergeant higher than a cadet?

No. Cadets are still training to become officers and have not been commissioned. Once they complete their training and are commissioned then they will out rank sergeants or any other enlisted person, for that matter.

Do cadets salute NCOs?

No. Once they graduate & receive their first salute, then they will be addressed as such. Until then, they're either shadowing Officers or in a training environment. The funny thing is if you just treat your ncos with respect they will do the same.

Do cadets hold rank?

Cadets may be promoted to commissioned officer ranks during their senior year; staff noncommissioned officer ranks during their junior year; and noncommissioned officer ranks during their sophomore year. Cadets in the ninth grade will normally serve in the ranks of Cadet Private through Cadet Lance Corporal.

Does a cadet outrank a sergeant?

Do cadets outrank anyone?

So yes, a West Point cadet DOES outrank a sergeant. Or a sergeant major for that matter. But only a complete cadidiot would get his or her cadet rank confused with an NCO's authority and influence.

Do officer cadets outrank enlisted?

With regard to rank, a U.S. Army officer candidate exists in a gray area. AR 600–20, Army Command Policy, places their rank as outranking all enlisted members of the service and rank directly below all officers.

Does an o1 outrank an e9?

An O-1 outranks an E-9. And if the O-1 relays an order from higher up, the E-9 will discuss it and then obey it. And if the O-1 issues a reasonable order (Hey, Sergeant Major, have the guys clean up a bit) the E-9 will probably comply.

Do you call a cadet sir?

In as much as military courtesy works both directions in the chain of command, you will be addressed as "Cadet Jones." The terms "Sir”, “Ma'am" or "Sergeant" will be used to show the appropriate respect when conversing with or replying to a cadre or a cadet officer or noncommissioned officer of higher rank.

Do cadets go to parade rest for NCOs?

Whenever addressed by an officer or cadet officer, New Cadets will come to attention and establish eye-to-eye contact with the person initiating the conversation, just as officers and cadets do when addressed by a senior. In the case of an NCO and Cadet NCO, New Cadets will come to Parade Rest.

Do cadets get saluted?

SROTC. Senior ROTC (college) cadets and midshipmen are not saluted. They render a salute to all US military commissioned officers: NOAA, PHS, Merchant Mariner, and internal program (senior) officers.

Is cadet a real rank in the Army?

Cadet rank structure

New freshmen (MS I) enter the Program at the rank of Cadet Private (C/PVT) and rarely hold leadership positions. Sophomores (MS II) hold the rank of Cadet Corporal (C/CPL), but like the C/PVTs, they hold few leadership positions throughout the year.

Does a midshipman outrank enlisted?

As “officers in a limited sense” and having been appointed to their grade of rank by the President, they outrank ALL enlisted personnel. Midshipman is a rank just above E9 and just below W1. Both Academy and Naval ROTC members carry the rank of Midshipman. Even as a fourth class (first year Midshipman).

Does cadets count as military service?

Cadets also learn valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership and citizenship. Cadets are NOT members of the Canadian Armed Forces. The framework of the cadet program is built upon military traditions and customs, however Cadets are not members of the CAF.

Are cadets actually in the military?

A cadet is a student or trainee, and is typically used in military settings to denote an individual undergoing training to become commissioned officers. Several civilian organisations, including civil aviation groups, maritime organisations, and police services, also designate their trainees as cadets.

Can enlisted date a cadet?

Fraternization, including dating officers, enlisted personnel, USAFA cadets, or Preparatory School Staff is prohibited.

Can an NCO smoke a cadet?

There are provisions in the Manual for Courts- Martial that allow an NCO to lawfully smoke a Soldier. All an NCO needs to do is recommend to a commander that a Soldier be given an Article 15.

Does a 2nd LT salute a 1st LT?

Salutes are not exchanged between enlisted members. Second lieutenants are required to salute first lieutenants. The “unwritten rule” that there is no rank amongst lieutenants does not follow military standards.

Why can't you call a drill sergeant sir?

Biggest reason is that they are told to call their Drill Instructors “SIR”. We, women recruits, called our Drill Instructors “Ma'am. Why can't you call a drill sergeant sir? Because a drill sergeant is an enlisted person.

Does an ensign outrank a master chief?

Technically, yes. In the military hierarchy an O-1 (Officer, pay rank #1: Ensign, for the naval services) > E-9 (Enlisted, pay rank #9: Master Chief, for the naval services).

Does an ensign outrank a lieutenant?

Ensign ranks below lieutenant junior grade, and it is equivalent to a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army, the Marine Corps, and the Air Force. Where a newly commissioned ensign is assigned in the Navy is dependent on status as either an unrestricted line, restricted line, or staff corps officer.

Does a lieutenant outrank a major?

The seeming incongruity that a lieutenant general outranks a major general (whereas a major outranks a lieutenant) is due to the derivation of major general from sergeant major general, which was a rank subordinate to lieutenant general (as a lieutenant outranks a sergeant major).

Do you salute a cadet under officer?

They perform roles similar to commissioned officers, but do not have nearly the same legal responsibilities and are not to be saluted, but are referred to as "Sir/Ma'am".

Can a NCO become a co?

Yes, a non-com can become a commissioned officer by a number of means. One way is for the non-com to earn a battlefield commission. In other words, the non-com is promoted directly to an officer's rank, generally second lieutenant and then moves upward from there.

Does any officer outrank any enlisted?

EVERY commissioned U.S. Military Officer outranks EACH and EVERY Enlisted Soldier, Sailor, Marine, Airman, Guardian, and Coastguardsman. ABSOLUTELY EVERY time. That goes for Warrant Officers too!