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1 – 200 of 223 Newer› Newest»SM will NCC ever have a special forces? Or different vocations like the SAF?
SM if i wear specs , does the SAF/NCC allow specs with black frame but with red hooks ?
Specs as in spectacles
HI SM, how do I get the 64th NCC COC Application form if I'm an AM and currently studying in ITE?
"SM will NCC ever have a special forces? Or different vocations like the SAF?" Dont be stupid
"SM will NCC ever have a special forces? Or different vocations like the SAF?" Dont be stupid
1. NCC is a CCA and it will never have Special Forces.
2. Spectacles frame must be dark colored.
3. Call this number for 64th Cadet Offr Course application form - 64773526
SM is the 64th COC application out yet?
Yes, its out and call this number 64773526
Hey SM, when the date for COC this year?
24 Nov to 5 Dec
SM, is it possible to move back COC date to a week later to accommodate poly & ITE holiday? As those cadet that in tertiary want to serve NCC but COC always crash with their sch.
Im sorry we cant do that. We need to abide to MOE rules.
Sm , when is the next fsd instructor course?
SM can the COC forms be done on microsoft word with documents attached and email to you?
SM may i know when are the next BI and AI ( PDS ) courses ?
SM, may i know where can a drill manual be acquired? so that we can refer to for our units
SM, how about about having a March COC to accomandate the tertiary student?
SM can I suggest that TOC can be made open to some part time teacher or inters teaching in secondary schools as well, because some has NCC background and some are even former cadet officers who are not a fully NIE trainer educationer thats all but still teaching part time or on intership at a secondary school
1. the next FSD AI course is from 18 to 21 Nov
2. You need to talk to your District CSO on the COC application forms.
3. The next PDS AI course is from 24 to 28 Nov
4. The Basic PDS course will be held during the Nov & Dec school holidays
5. Each school unit has been given a drill manual disk. Please ask your CO for it.
6. We have tried conducting COC in Mar & Apr. The take up rate is too low that is why it was cancelled.
7. I dont set the rules. The rules are set by MOE HQ. We have to abide to the rules.
SM , got one part of the COC form stated that it is inclusive of weekends does that mean the course duration covers the weekends too?
SM, are the dates for PDS AI course tentative? Can it be changed?
SM, are there any upcoming PDS BI 1-day Selections and PDS AI selections?
SM, are there any FSD bi courses coming up ?
SM, my school doesn't recognize AM, only Cadet officers. I really want to serve my unit after graduating but my CO says he won't accept any AMs in our unit, can there be an exception made for cadets who really want to join coc? Like for those who really wish to join coc but hasn't been Through ssc, can there be like some refresher course . This will really show how much we really want to give back to our unit
SM, if the 200 slots in COC aren't filled up, is it possible for those who failed a certain station in the napfa test to still be able to join COC?
SM, how many days absent in COC then I'll be considered as out of course?
1. If required yes.
2. The PDS AI dates won't change.
3. You can try appealing to your DC for COC.
4. No, only the passes will continue with the course.
5. 2 days
SM can I ask if it's possible to stay over for COC on the 2nd last day , the day before POP ?
SM will I get pinalize for my pull up for COC if I jump to pull for my first one and subsequently from there carry on ?
SM is there any possibility that COC intake for mar/april be re-introduced again?
SM do I submit my COC forms to your office , admin branch officer or DC Office
SM, since the land cadets now wears beret for no1, does that means they toss their beret during the COC POP? While the air and sea service toss their peak caps???
SM, since the land cadets now wears beret for no1, does that means they toss their beret during the COC POP? While the air and sea service toss their peak caps???
SM, will 64th COC have recaps of IA drills, advanced foot/arm drills ?
SM, will 64th COC trainee be introduced to the new airsoft rifle?
SM, if cadet officers attend courses like ADC, or PDS AI, do we don the cadet officer trainee rank throughout the courses or we are allowed to put on our current cadet officers ranks?
SM, is there a possibility that a cadet officer trainee becomes an ensign for the COC pass out parade itself?
SM can we seek DC recommendation for 64th COC if we have a passion to continue the journey but failed 1 station for the PT Test?
SM will there be any chances that SYFC will be present for 64th COC trainee? So that we can sign up for Basic Flying Courses by SYFC ?
SM, since NCC has Airborne , why not introduced Rigger to NCC as well ?
SM I've seen some teacher officer sow their badges they earn during their NS times such as Basic Explosive Ordiance badge, I just curious are they allowed to be worn when their eppaulette is 'NCC' ?
SM im a cadet officer, but i got 4 cloth badges and i know as a cadet officer i can only don 3 metal badges on no 3 and no 1 , however does that applies to no4 as well? I got GSK,ADC,PDS AI and DIVER , which 3 should i sow if i only can don 3 cloth on my no 4
SM, so will the new airsoft be used in rifle ranges, or arm drills?
SM, so will the new airsoft be used in rifle ranges, or arm drills?
SM, my teacher asks if it;s possible that Teacher Officers fight for ensigns for COC and TOC parade? Because some teachers has potential in their drills as well
When does the 64th COC application close ?
SM do I have to do the normal chin ups or can I do the incline pull ups if I am still under 16 during the PT test
1. That can be arranged to stay in.
2. You need to hang on the bar before your first pull up.
3. The intake for Mar/Apr will not be introduced again.
4. Applications for COC to be sent to DC.
5. Yes, on the beret & peak cap issue.
6. 64th COC will be introduced to the Airsoft rifles.
7. You will don your current rank
8. Trainees will not be Ensigns.
9. If you fail your PT, you will not be considered for the course at all.
10. There is no SYFC talk during the course
11. Rigging is a different set skills and it i snot in our program.
12. No, they are not suppose to wear those badges with the NCC epaulette
13. What is GSK badge?
14. Airsoft rifles will not be used for drills
15. Teacher Officers are not allowed to vie for parade positions
16. Normal chin ups
SM, what are the requirements to volunteer to help for courses? Can we still volunteer to help in 7th PTI course ?
SM, what are the requirements to pin the Total Defence GOLD and NYAA ?
SM can SSC certified cadet leaders help out in PTI course ?
SM , GSK as in the 'cookie' last time to get it have to go through the General Specialists Knowledge
SM does 64th COC covers military dining etiqutte ? I know theres no more dining in but is there a lesson on it?
SM does 64th COC covers military dining etiqutte ? I know theres no more dining in but is there a lesson on it?
SM can we try to have a March/April COC to see the response? As nowadays lots of cadets wanting to serve NCC and participate in courses as Cadet officer.
SM does prelim results play a big part for COC?
1. Pls contact West District if you want to volunteer for PTI course
2. Please check with your CO on TD Gold and NYAA as they know the criteria
3. I still dont understand your question on GSK.
4. Dining In is not covered during COC
5. We have tried having a Apr/May course and it did not work out as the minimum strength to conduct the course is 80 pax.
Sm, what is your vocation?
SM , in schools we are taught that no shirts are to be worn inside our no 4 for the guys and only black shirt is to be worn inside for the girls , however during SSC I saw my PC, APC all wearing shirt inside their no 4 and also some even had water bottles hooked on their no 4 trousers. Are these even allowed?
Thanks SM !
SM are Sec 4 NT allowed to attend COC?
SM , what badge do I earn from climbing mount kinabalu expedition?
SM can the deadline for the submission of COC forms be extended as my principal will only be back on the 20th
1. Artillery
2. You are allowed to wear green t shirt if you are not training. Hooking of water bottles is a wrong practise.
3. NT students are not allowed to attend COC
4. Expedition Badge
Are 4NT taking N levels and going to ITE next year allowed to attend COC?
Are 4NT taking N levels this year and going to ITE next year allowed to attend COC?
SM why Cadet Officer ranks has the "white bar"
1. NT students are not allowed to attend COC
2. The white bar means they are cadets
Sm, is there any way for me to help out or sign on for ncc administration ,training etc if i choose to sign on in the army?
sm,whats the syllabus for PTI course now?
Sm what is the ug internship about
1. If you sign on in the Army you will unlikely come to HQ NCC.
2. For PTI syllabus please contact the Course Commander, West CSM, 3WO Amdan
3. Drop me an e mail and I will explain.
SM, when is the deadline for First Aid course registration?
SM, if im not wrong, 3WO Amdan is not west csm
1. For FA course registration please call this number 64773521
2. 3WO Amdan is East District CSM. My apologies, typo error.
Hi SM,
Why are Normal Stream Students not allowed to take part in COC?
My good friend is from Normal Stream and we wanted to take part in COC after the national examination, but now our CO say Normal Stream students cannot take part.
He has help out the unit alot, why can't he be a cadet officer?
Any feedback or enquiries on NCC Cadet Officer Course, please refer to HQ NCC Admin Branch or the Course Commander, 3WO Shaffiee, CSM Air District.
SM so if I go COC, and when I go NS, my rank is Cadet Officer but Singapura?
SM is ration catered for the COC duration
SM does course best for COC gets sword?
SM, I was informed by the cadet officer of my school that HQ only allows each school to send 1 senior cadet down to HQ for the PTI Course , is this true?
SM, whats the 2 sword badge that SAF ppl wear on their sleeve, its like the marksman badge just that its a sword not rifle
1. I dont understand your question?
2. Yes, meals are catered for the course.
3. No, course best does not receive a sword.
4. For PTI course please contact East District CSM.
5. Its a PTI badge
SM, only N(T) students are not allowed for COC or is it both N(T) and N(A) not allowed?
SM, Must Cadets Definitely attained a Napfa Gold to go for the pti course?
Hi sm.. when is the coc pt test?? I have called the office and they said that instructions have yet to be out..
SM! Will there be Live Range in this 64th Cadet Officer Course?
SM on what occasion will we get to wear No 5 ? In NCC?
1. NT students are allowed to apply for the course.
2. For PTI course application, kindly direct your enquiries to CSM East, 3WO Amdan.
3. COC PT test will be on 8 and 15 Nov in the morning.
4. Yes, there will be live range during COC.
5. 5T can be used during ceremonies and certain invites where the dress code is clearly indicated.
SM,How do i contact 3WO Amdan?
Hi SM,
You said last time the NT student cannot apply for COC, so now NT student can apply?
But my CO say cannot...
So can or cannot?
SM, I am sec4 express this year, can I help out in next year spec assessment or SSC and how
1. 3WO Amdan office number is 64773554
2. NT students can apply for the course since last year.
3. To assist in any NCC activities next year, you need to apply for NCC Associate Membership.
Is there any Basic PDS Course in HQ or other schools in October or November?
I failed the Basic Certification and want to pass it.
1. There is a course scheduled at Fairfield Methodist Sec Sch from 24 to 26 Nov.
SM, I am a cadet officer and I have a 1st Dan black belt in taekwondo, am I eligible for the patch or is it only available in the SAF
SM, I noticed on the NCC Facebook page that cadet specialists are able to help out in the 64th COC. Does this include sec4 cadets who have POP already?
SM, may I know how to sign up for the FSD AI course? thank you!
1. The TKD patch is for SAF uniform only.
2. Senior Cadet Leaders can assist with the 64th Cadet Officer Course. Please apply through your District OIC.
3. For FSD AI course, you need to sign up through your unit CO.
SM can I suggest NCC to have the TKD patch like the SAF but with the words NCC ? Since NCC has TKD course and metal badges why not made the patch version of it ?
SM what time is District Officer hours?
SM who is east OIC
SM will 64th COC get dining in?
1. NCC has no TKD in our current syllabus.
2. District office operates from 0800 to 1700 hr Mon to Fri
3. CPT Melissa is Commander East
4. 64th there is no dining in
SM, I read from your comments in the past that the camouflage uniforms are phrased out next year. However, if I am successful in being an AM, do I get to receive a set of pixelised uniform to aid in my duties? Or do I have to go through "probation" to receive one? I have seen other AMs who did not attend overseas trip and NDP but receiving uniforms. Thanks.
HI SM,
IS THERE ANY PDS BASIC COURSE @ HQ?
ME N MY FRIEND WOULD LIKE TO SIGN UP.
IS THERE ANYONE WE CAN FIND TO SIGN UP?
SM, for NCC-SSTA must we pay for it or can it be subsidised by NCC n MOE?
SM since NCC-Land no longer uses peak cap for no1, so do we toss our beret for 64th COC POP?
SM when's the next ICEP India Desert Trekking ?
SM can land cadets go for ICEP Glider UK? And what other pre-requsites? When will it be next year?
SM can C/CPT apply for COC PC ?
SM, 64th COC have Course RSM ? Then what will they be doing on the graduation day? Since all the trainee will become C/OFFRs and the RSM still MSG or SSG
SM, may i know when are the upcoming FSD and PDS bi courses? Thanks !
1. AMs do not receive pixelised uniform unless going overseas or involved in NDP.
2. For PDS courses please look for 3WO Shaffiee. CSM Air District.
3. What is NCC-SSTA?
4. Yes, you will toss your beret for the post parade.
5. For desert trekking please call this number 64773521
6. Only Air cadets can attend Glider Course
7. What is COC PC ?
8. I don't understand on your question about the Course RSM.
9. FSD Course is from 18 to 21 Nov. For PDS courses please contact 3WO Shaffiee
SM when is TOC selections?
HI SM, HOW TO CONTACT 3WO SHAFIEE?
SM is FSD AI course open?
Sm when will syfoc be held next year? And is there ncc day parade?
1. There is no TOC selections.
2. Call this number for 3WO Shaffiee - 64773521
3. FSD AI course please contact MSG Chiok, West CSM
4. There is no SYF and NCC Day Parade next year.
sm , i heard about a mass fsd performance next year for sg50. Will the fsd ai's be involved or will there any way to help out for this event.
1. If you are a FSD AI and would like to help out drop me an e mail.
Hi sm with regards to the coc pt selection.. when will the test be held???
Sm when is the next osl?
SM next year PDS competition can
non-PDS BI help out even if I'm not AI ?
1. You should have received the Course Joining Instruction and it would indicate the date and time for the PT test.
2. For OSL call this number 64773521
3. Possible but you need to apply thru the PDS AI Committee OIC
Hi sm. How do I get the course joining instruction for coc?
SM, may i know where or what is MPH in Amoy Quee NCC Campus?
1. iF YOU ARE AN APPLICANT FOR ncc cADET oFFR cOURSE YOU SHOULD RECEIVE YOUR CJI today.
2. Its NCC multi purpose hall (MPH)
Hi sm.. will we be able to retake/retest if we were to fail the coc pt selection? Since there is 4pt sessions..
Hi sm. will 2014 FSD videos be uploaded online ??
SM, I have applied for 64th COC but I have yet to receive the CJI.
1. Yes, you are allowed to re take.
2. Yes, once the website is up.
3. Contact your District office on the course joining instructions.
SM, may I know the number for Central District Office?
Sm, I am currently medically unfit due to a recent surgery, therefore I may not be fit to go through the pt test for coc. However, I've always been getting gold for napfa. Is there a possibility that I can still get selected for 64th coc?
Sm, do i have to go senior spec course in order to attend coc?
Sm, can the ncc pti badge be worn on pixelised number 4? If so where is it worn?
1. Call this number 64773527
2. If you do not take the PT test you are not eligible for the course.
3. Yes, you must be a graduand of Snr Spec course to be eligible for the course
4. Yes, above the left chest top pocket
SM, what does camp pinnacle consists of?
There is no more Camp Pinnacle.
SM, can I still sign up for FSD AI course now? I have went for the basic course.
Sure, please look for MSG Chiok, CSM West District.
SM, when is ai selections?
SM, how do i contact MSG Chiok?
Sm do AMs recive no.3 uniform?
SM, why the COC didn't follow the new NS IPPT ? why got pull up and standing board jump? WHY?! MY CO Send me the AI is the new ippt format why I went there just now got pull up???
Anonymous, change is the only constant. As a leader, you must learn to adapt. You volunteered yourself for the training as a cadet officer so you should have ensured that your physical fitness is up to standard for the selection and not whine about it. As a leader, you should be able to adapt to the circumstances.
SM, I'm a MOE lecturer in ITE now, and I have been helping my secondary school NCC unit back when I was a cadet of that school, can I ask if I want to attend next year's TOC, am I eligible? Although I am not teaching in Secondary School, however I am a certified MOE Teacher and I do come back to my secondary school often to manage the unit.
SM, I am a 33rd Cadet Officer , going for TOC next year , as I am a Teacher in Greendale Sec. Can I don my badges such as ARMY-NCC , Diver and 3star kayaking badge I earn in my cadets days?
SM is there PT selections for TOC?
SM, can a SCS graduant have chances to enter OCS in the near future?
SM is it possible to have a school with land sea and air units?
SM, is the PDS AI Course a residential course?
"SM is it possible to have a school with land sea and air units?"
ACS (Independent). it is possible if your school rich
Sm can ams wear the metal cookie badge ? Because I have seen ams doning that badge on their no.3 before
SM why NCC cannot go fight ISIS? Why NCC don't go to war? I thought NCC was war veterans during Japanese Occupation
A hello don't be stupid please NCC is just a cca not some kind of black ops !
SM, can Cadet Officers don the Rememberance Day Badge? Or is it only for Cadets?
Hey there Secondary 1 cadet, or Sec 2, please understand that while NCC had its "roots" as some voluntary student defense corps, NCC has now grown into a CCA which is non-militarized. Stop fantasizing about what you play online.
SM can MOE part time teachers go for TOC ?
CAN NCC HAVE GIRLS ?
1. FSD AI selections were conducted some time ago.
2. You can contact MSG Chiok at 98375557
3. AM's are not issued with no.3 uniform
4. The AI never stated you will be tested with the new ippt system.
5. You are from which ITE and you are assisting which Sec school.
6. Yes, you can don the badges you earned.
7. There is no PT selections for TOC.
8. SCS graduant must be the top 5% to enter OCS.
9. Yes, any sec school can have land, sea and air unit.
10. PDS AI is not a residentail course.
11. C/Offrs can don Remembrance Day badge.
SM, can cadets who are not senior specialist apply to be AM?
SM, I am sec 4 SSG this year. Can I help out in next year senior spec course and who do I contact if it's possible
SM, Thoose who went for Pahang trip are eligible for adventure badge and is there mountaineering badge?
SM, I heard from my USM that we are not allowed to wear badges on our pixilised no.4 anymore is this true?
1. You need to contact the CSM for Senior Specs course next year.
2. You minimum need to be a Specialist to apply to be a AM.
3. Yes, they are eligible for Adventure badge if they went Pahang. There is no mountaineering badge.
4. For Land Boys you are allowed to wear metal badges on your pixelised uniform. Who told your USM that info. I would love to kick his bloody arse.
SM, how long more til the website for ncc up?
The NCC website is up!
SM, may I know who are allowed to draw No.3 from HQ for NCC Land Boys. And if so, do we need to pay or return?
Only the USM of each school unit is allowed to draw out no.3uniform.
Sm which cadets from any school can draw number 1 for parades?
SM, can the AM application form be submitted through email?
What is the application process for an AM after submitting the application form?
How long is the AM refresher course?
Do applicants for AM have to go through an interview?
SM this friday COC graduation parade is it open to public? And if yes, what time must we be seated?
Sm, when will the 7th PTI Course photos be uploaded?
SM, can I still apply for COC when I am in JC?
SM, where do we put the Basic Survival badge and Astronautic wing on our No.3 uniform, for Air cadets ?
SM is there Overseas service learning(OSL) - surabaya this year?
1. Drawing of no. 1 uniform depends on who is the Guest of Honor.
2. Yes, AM applications can be submitted thru e mail.
3. After submitting, it will take 2 weeks to process. If successful, a Letter of Appointment will be sent to your home letter box.
4. No interview and no refresher course.
5. Yes, you can apply for COC when you are in JC.
6. Above your left pocket.
7. OSL Surubaya will be conducted next year Mar.
SM, can AM sign up for next year's ADC as a trainee?
SM, can AM apply for next year's ICEP India Desert Trekking? If possible who should I contact?
1. Yes, AMs can sign for ADC provided they are still schooling at ITE, Poly or JC.
2. For Desert Trekking call this number 64773521.
SM,
I am a sec 3 ssg this year
Are there anymore available courses for me to attend?
SM
How do I appy for airborne
And what is the criteria?
Thanks
SM, will there be airborne next year? A it was cancelled this year?
1. If you are a Sec 3 SSG there is no more courses for you to attend this year.
2. You must be 16 years to join the airborne course provided you pass the selections test.
3. Yes hopefully there is airborne course in 2015.
SM, the website is up but when will the fsd videos be up?
SM, I am 16 next month how do I apply for airborne
SM, when is the airborne course going to be conducted?
And what if it clashes with O lvl Mother Tongue?
Hi sm, is it true that we need our IC in order for us to enter camp? Coz I have been turn away when I try to use my Student pass (elink card).
If this is true..then what about those junior cadets (sec1) and senior cadet (sec2) who have yet to receive their IC?
1. For FSD videos please contact IMC branch at 64773522
2. Wait for the Airborne course AI to come out then only you can apply.
3. If it clashes with your exams obviously you can't attend the course.
4. You require your student pass to enter campus validated by the nominal roll.
SM, how do AMs get their associate tab?
Hi sm, may I have the log branch number??
Hi sm is log branch open? If so.. what time are they open?
1. You can obtain the Associate tab from me.
2. Log Br is open from 0800 to 1700 hr from Mon to Fri only.
3. Log Br number is 64773538
SM, Is HQ NCC Log Branch number 64773538 or 64773535?
Hi sm, may I know if we go for ICEP, when will we get the badge? And can we wear on our pixelised uniform? I was informed by LTA Benjamin we are not allowed.
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