Survival: Survive & Return

The Survival text is a synthesis of the basic survival information found in Air Force Regulation 64-4 Survival Training. The survival instruction will provide training in skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to successfully perform fundamental tasks needed for survival. Survival also presents “good to know” information that would be useful in any situation. The information is just as useful to an individual lost hunting or stranded in a snowstorm.

 The course objectives are:

1.  Know the elements of surviving.

2.  Know how medicine procedures, clothing, and shelter can provide personal protection for a survivor in a survival situation.

3.  Know the necessities for maintaining life in a survival situation.

4.  Know how to travel and prepare for recovery in a survival situation.

Principles of Management

 This is the fourth textbook in the Leadership Education series. This course provides exposure to the fundamentals of management. The text contains many leadership topics that will benefit students as well as provide them with some of the necessary skills needed to put into practice what they have learned. We are confident this course, coupled with what cadets have already learned, will equip them with the qualities needed to serve in leadership positions within the corps. Throughout the text are many ethical dilemmas, case studies, and role play activities built into the lessons. These activities are based on real life experiences and will allow students the opportunity to practice what they learn by getting involved in discussions and expressing their opinions.

Course Objectives:

After successfully completing the Principles of Management course the student will:

1.  Know the history and the importance of management.

2.  Know the techniques and skills involved in planning and decision making.

3.  Know the importance of managing change, stress, and innovation.

4.  Know the key elements of individual and group behavior, the importance of the communication process, and the characteristics of a good leader.

Wellness Program

The course objective for the Wellness Program is to:

Motivate cadets to lead active, healthy lifestyles beyond program requirements and into their adult lives.

 The goals of the Wellness Program are to:

1. Create an individualized training program based on national standards by age and gender.

2. Identify areas of improvements for each cadet and provide guidance for improvement.

3.  Incorporate a physical training program to reach fitness goals.

The President’s Fitness Challenge

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans on October 7, 2008. The comprehensive, science-based guidelines were developed to inform policymakers and health providers about the amounts, types, and intensity of physical activity needed to help Americans aged 6 and older, and of all abilities, improve their health and reduce their risk of chronic diseases. Regular physical activity in adolescents promotes health and fitness. Compared to those who are inactive, physically active youth have higher levels of cardio respiratory fitness and stronger muscles. Their bones are stronger, and they may have reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression. Youth who are regularly active also have a better chance of a healthy adulthood. They also typically have a lower Body Mass Index (BMI). With higher BMI’s, an increased risk for certain diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, gallstones, breathing problems, and certain cancers may develop. Adolescents don't usually develop chronic diseases; however, risk factors for these diseases can begin to develop early in life. Regular physical activity makes it less likely that these risk factors will develop and more likely that adolescents will remain healthy as adults.

Wellness Program Exercises

This program is comprised of 19 exercises which can be conducted with minimal space and with minimal climate dependency (e.g., the 1-mile run). The exercises develop all muscle groups and provide sufficient anaerobic and aerobic intensity. They require no equipment and use only body weight and common objects (e.g., chairs).

The 19 exercises are:

1.  V-Sit Reach

2.  Lunges

3.  Bent-Knee Push-ups

4.  Arm Extended Lunges

5.  Feet Elevated Push-ups

6.  Reverse Extended Lunges

7.  Hindu Push-ups

8.  Mountain Climbers

9.  Plank

10. Hindu Squats

11. Left Arm and Right Arm Planks

12. Body Builders

13. Sit-Ups

14. Squat Leaps

15. Extended Side Push-ups

16. Side Lateral Jumps

17. Flutter Kicks

18. One-Mile Run

19. Push-ups

 A typical exercise class may go as follows:

1. Warm-up/Stretch

2. Pick 6 or more exercises to perform depending on time

3. Ensure proper form and technique

4. Students will strive to complete the number of repetitions indicated on their personal workout plan

5. Cool/down/Stretch