Cadets also receive a series of orientation flights which provide an introduction to aircraft operation. Each year, CAP supports over 200 workshops for educators at colleges and universities across the country, preparing approximately 5,000 educators to teach aerospace-related subjects. CAP annually develops and publishes curricula and other aerospace education materials to be used in the nation's schools. Each year, CAP sponsors the National Congress on Aviation and Space Education, the premier national convention for aerospace educators. The goal of the Cadet Program is to develop the potential of young persons through physical fitness, ethics and leadership training, and aerospace education.
Most cadets join because of an interest in aviation.
In addition to the self-paced aerospace curriculum that cadets study, CAP offers flight orientation rides and even flight training opportunities for cadets. Leadership Training CAP cadets receive unique leadership and management training that can can be used later in any career field. Some cadets join CAP because they have an interest in the Air Force. Ten percent of all students now enrolled in the Air Force Academy are former CAP cadets. Cadets who earn the CAP Mitchell Award are eligible to enlist in the Air Force at a higher pay grade.