Second Class Year

Second Class year is the first time cadets lead in formally assigned positions, starting as cadre responsible for training the new class of Swabs.

“Taking the initiative to lead by example, and taking responsibility for not only your actions, but those of your subordinates.” - 2/c cadet

Second Class Year Highlights

Cadre Experience

Working in “makes” of two weeks each, Second Class Cadets welcome and train the newest members of the corps. The pace is relentless and learning on both sides, fast.

Coastal Sail Training

Arguably the most popular summer program, cadets depart on a two week cruise of coastal New England during the summer, calling in ports that include Block Island, Rhode Island; Newport, Rhode Island; Stonington, Connecticut; Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts; and Cuttyhunk Island. Everyone plays a role directly linked to normal shipboard duties.

Cadet Aviation Training

A week in Mobile, Alabama exploring aircraft and aviation careers. Get hoisted to the helo from Pensacola Bay!

Coast Guard Assignments in the Field

Experience life at other Coast Guard units. Experiment, or dive in deeper to explore professional fields you may be interested in already.

Simulator Training

Second Class Cadets increase the tempo in the shipboard trainers to prepare for Licensure First Class year. As demands in the simulators increase, so do confidence and knowledge.

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Second Class Year Highlights