Sea cadets

A sea cadet pronounced in English (/ˈsiː kəˌdɛt/), also known as "sea cadet corps", pronounced in English (/ˈsiː kəˌdɛt ˌkɔːrz/), is defined as the non-government voluntary youth service sponsored by one's naval force for youth interested in the maritime services. Annually, sea cadets will commonly learn maritime traditions and the history associated with their maritime force.

The phrase sea cadet corps can be applied for more prominent sea cadet programs, while smaller less prominent ones may commonly refer to the service as "sea cadets". Although not all countries may use the terminology "sea cadet corps" it is officially used in countries and territories of Australia, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Russia, Sweden, Singapore, South Africa, United States, United Kingdom and Zimbabwe.

Participation in community service may be prominent; related activities can include community outreach, public projects, food drives and first aid. In general, sea cadet organizations are voluntary and do not require a service obligation, however, some organizations may provide advanced pay and ranks in the armed forces when recruited. Some individuals receive medals and ranks depending on their organization's official structure, which are commonly inspired by an armed force relating to the maritime services.