Awards and Promotions
Cadet rates, ranks, promotions, and position assignments are earned based on individual performance and demonstrated potential. Many factors are evaluated by the naval science instructors before awarding rates, ranks, promotions, and advancements and before cadet billet assignments are made. Cadets must continually demonstrate:
2) Proper appearance in school and in-unit uniform
3) Acceptable academic achievement
4) Acceptable performance in carrying out assigned NJROTC responsibilities
5) Acceptable level of participating in NJROTC activities and programs
Students entering Fivay’s NJROTC for the first time are assigned the grade of Cadet Seaman Recruit. Advancement beyond the initial grade in the enlisted rates is often based on performance, time in the unit, position assignment, and completion of certain military knowledge advancement tests. Achievement of officer or chief status requires an individual who has demonstrated superior quality leadership, integrity, personal appearance, conduct, and patriotism.
All rate advancements and rank promotions are determined by the naval science instructors. Unacceptable performance could result in a demotion.