Launch a Program

JROTC Program. A JROTC unit is required to be staffed with a minimum of two instructors. JROTC instructors normally consist of one retired officer and one noncommissioned officer. JROTC instructors teach a rigorous curriculum and supervise cadets in all their activities. The military reimburses schools for a percentage of each instructors pay and provides cadet uniforms, equipment, automation, and an accredited and rigorous curriculum. The study of ethics, citizenship, communications, leadership, life skills, character education, service learning, and other subjects designed to prepare young men and women to take their place in adult society, serve as the core of the program.

NDCC Program. An NDCC program is virtually identical to a JROTC program except it is fully funded by schools which choose to pursue a JROTC unit without financial assistance from the military. The NDCC unit is an excellent alternative for schools that wish to expedite the opening of a program. The school incurs all costs, to include instructors’ salaries, uniforms, and daily operational expenses. The military branch will supply curriculum material for the instructors, the students and cadets. The military branch will also supply forms and regulations which are required to successfully conduct the program. Schools hosting an NDCC unit must comply with statutory and regulatory guidance as directed by the military. Schools hosting NDCC units may apply and be placed on the list for a JROTC Program.