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AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS 2 – 179913

AFJROTC 2 is the next level in curriculum progression. This course continues the mission in "developing citizens of character" by furthering objectives with a standardized, globally-shared curriculum of Aerospace Science, Leadership Education, and Wellness. Cadets are encouraged to challenge their leadership skills by directing other cadets and filling staff positions within the unit. In this capacity Cadets apply management, communication and decision making concepts to day-to-day activities, meetings, agenda preparation, projects and team­ building events.

Cadets are issued Air Force uniforms and physical fitness clothing that must be worn on designated school days, where students participate in drill and ceremony activities. Students must adhere to grooming standards while in uniform. 

• CREDIT: 1 

• GRADE: 10-12 

• PREREQUISITE: Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps 1

AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS 4 – 179933

AFJROTC 4 is the highest level in curriculum progression. This is a full-year course that earns one elective credit towards graduation. This advanced leadership course serves as members of the JROTC cadet senior staff in "Management of the Cadet Corps" Leadership and Management course. This hands-on experience affords Cadets the opportunity to apply leadership and management lessons from previous JROTC courses. Cadets are expected to maintain a high level of performance in personal fitness, military bearing, and uniform wear. Cadets are assigned specific functional areas of responsibility and are expected to perform their duties/responsibilities in addition to mentoring and leading other members of the organization.

Cadets will conduct long and short-range planning, exercise decision-making, coordination, control and execution of cadet organization activities during the school year. Cadets are expected to apply higher-level leadership, organizational, communication, and personal interaction skills in the performance of their duties.

Cadets are issued Air Force uniforms and physical fitness clothing that must be worn on designated school days, where students participate in drill and ceremony activities. Students must adhere to grooming standards while in uniform. 

• CREDIT: 1 

• GRADE: 12 

• PREREQUISITE: Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps 3

ARMY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS 1 – 179953

The course includes classroom instruction and laboratory instruction in the history, customs, traditions, and purposes of Army ROTC. Basic leadership skills, including leadership principles, values, and attributes are stressed. Students receive instruction on the proper wear and care of the uniform. Study habits, test taking techniques, reading, com- pretension strategies, communication skills, conflict management, and writing skills are covered. Financial planning is introduced. Physical fitness, diet, nutrition, healthy lifestyles, substance abuse prevention, and basic first aid are covered. Also included in the course is an overview of geography, study of the United States Constitution, responsibilities of United States citizens, and the federal justice system. 

• CREDIT: 1 

• GRADE: 9-11

ARMY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS 3 – 179973

This course includes classroom and laboratory instruction to expand and refine the concepts and principles introduced and developed during the level 1 and 2 courses. Students will be involved with highly focused military protocol and content areas that include: citizenship, specific leadership strategies, presentation skills, conflict management, career planning, social responsibility, financial planning and money management, and citizenship in American history. Students will experience appropriate command and leadership roles as part of this course.

• • CREDIT: 1 

  • GRADE: 11-12

  • PREREQUISITE: Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps 2

NAVY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS 1 – 178903

Students are introduced to the meaning of citizenship, the elements of leadership, and the historically significant role of sea power in the United States. Course content includes the Navy’s mission and organization, maritime geography, sea power, Naval history through 1815, navigation, basic seamanship, oceanography, health education, first aid, and drugs, alcohol, and tobacco abuse prevention. 

• • CREDIT: 1 

  • GRADE: 9-11 

NAVY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS 3 – 178923

Military leadership, teamwork, order and discipline, and fundamentals of United States democracy are studied. Course content includes leadership and discipline, military justice, astronomy, international law and the sea, Naval history 1930 through the nuclear age, intelligence and national security, challenges of research, electricity, and electronics. 

• • CREDIT: 1 

  • GRADE: 11-12

  • PREREQUISITE: Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps 2