squadron leadership school seminar 3.1 squadrons: the heart of cap
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SQUADRON LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Seminar 3.1
Squadrons: The Heart of CAP
AF Bases
CAP Units
Hometowns Across America
Objectives
Defend the idea that the squadron is the “heart” of CAP.
Explain how the squadron fits within CAP’s overall organizational structure
Describe the role of the following, as they relate to the squadron:
Wing HeadquartersNational HeadquartersCAP-USAF
Describe stories of successful squadron programs
The Three Main Types of Squadrons
CadetMinimum 3 seniorsMinimum 15 total
members
CompositeMinimum 3 seniorsMinimum 15 total
members2 deputy commanders
SeniorMinimum 15 members
Advantages:Focus on cadet mission
Smaller staff needed
Advantages:Focus on all missions
Something for everyone
Advantages:Focus on ES or AE
Smaller staff needed
Organizational Structure
What does CAP’s overall organizational structure look like?
Which echelons go where?
How are they connected?
Board ofGovernors
CAP National Headquarters
National CommanderCSAG/Command Council*
Headquarters, Air Education and Training
Command
Headquarters,
Air University
Headquarters,
CAP-USAF
Region Liaison Offices CAP Regions
CAP Wings
CAP Groups
CAP Squadrons
Secretary of the Air Force AFAB
Squadrons: Last But Not Least
* Advisory bodies to the National Commander
The Squadron / Wing Partnership
Participation in training activities
Maintain mission readiness
Support wing goals
Meet regulatory & accountability requirements
Develop a good reputation for CAP within the community
Provide training & lend squadrons staff expertise
Coordinate state-wide programs & manage key assets
Host special activities and events
Process financial & admin actions in a timely manner
Represent squadron interests to senior leaders
How Squadrons Help the Wing How the Wing Helps Squadrons
The Squadron / NHQ Partnership
Perform the missions of CAP
Recruit & retain members
Quick processing of awards, paperwork
Friendly customer service & staff expertise
Manage CAP-wide programs and publications
Represent members’ interests to the Air Force, the Congress, and other organizations
How Squadrons Help NHQ How NHQ Helps Squadrons
The Squadron / CAP-USAF Partnership
Perform the missions of CAP
Recruit & retain members
Represent the Air Force in hundreds of communities across America
Program leadership & oversight
Reserve Assistance Program (CAP-RAP)
Expertise
Liaison with local military units & federal agencies
Connect us to AF & DoD headquarters
Other Possibilities:
Partner with local Air Force or Air National Guard units.
Partner with local Air Force recruiters
How Squadrons Help the Air Force
How the CAP-USAF Helps Squadrons
Success Stories
How has your squadron been successful?
Why was your team able to succeed in that area?
Final Thought
CAP could function without a National Hq
CAP could function without regions
CAP could function without wings
CAP could function without groups
But CAP could not succeed without squadrons because that is where CAP accomplishes its mission!