CADET HANDBOOK

BATCH “MAKASALIP” 2021-2022

(MAkabagong KAbataan SA LIPunan)

Prepared by: CPT EMELON B BULOS (INF) PA

C.A.T. Commandant
3. Commands for parade and review (Mga utos sa patikas at
pagmasid ng seremonya)

A. Panawagan saHPagtitipon
OLY VIRGIN OF SALVACION
(Assembly Call) SCHOOL, INC.
B. Mga Patnubay Sumahanay (Guides on the Line
BURAYAN, SAN JOSE, TACLOBAN CITY
C. Patnubay sa Lunan, Kad (guides, Post)
D. Ginoo, Handa na po ang Patikas (Sir, The Parade is Formed)
E. Sumalunan (Take your Post)

CITIZENCHIP ADVANCEMENT TRAINING K. Ihayag ang Kautusan (Publish the Order)

L. Mga Nakatalaga Ngayon (Details for Today)
M. Pinunong Panlarangan (Field Officer of the Day)
N. Pinunong Panlarangan/Tagapamahala/Tagapangalaga (Field
xxOfficer of the Day, Officer of the Day and Officer In-Charge)
O. Mga Pinuno, Pumagitna, Kad (Officers, Center, March)
P. Mga Pinuno Hinto (Officers, Halt)
Q. Mga Pinuno Balik, Kad (Officer, Post March)
R. Mga Taong Pararangalan at mga Watawat, Pumagitna, Na
xx(Persons to be Decorated and all Colors, Center March)
S. Pasa-Masid (Pass-In-Review)
T. Ginoo, Tapos na po ang Seremonya/Parangal (Sir, The
xxceremony/Honors Is over)
Page-30
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section I - The Cadet Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3
Section II - Events and Ceremonies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5
Section III - Wearing of the Uniform and
Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 17
Section IV - Cadet Sword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Section V - Chain of Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Section VI - Explanation of Drill and Ceremonies . . . 20 - 22
Section VII - Study Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 - 26
Section VIII - Filipino Drill Commands . . . . . . . . . . . 27 - 30
Page-1
Section I
THE CADET CORPS
PURPOSE - The purpose of this objective is to establish guidance
and procedures for the organization and operation of the Cadet Corps
of Citizenship Advancement Training (C.A.T.).
OBJECTIVES - Develop in the Corps of Cadet of a good fellow by
actually undergoing that part, in order to prepare them for their
subsequent role as C.A.T. Leaders. Enhance the student’s social
responsibility and commitment to the development of their
communities. Develop their ability to uphold the law and order as
they assume active participation in community activities and their
readiness in assisting the members of the community especially in
times of emergency. Develop personal qualities and attributes
essential to successful leadership. Install to the students appreciation
and deep feeling for the spirit and the true meaning of the motto -
Honor, Loyalty, and Integrity.
DESIGNATION - Citizenship Advancement training (C.A.T.) it is a
restruction of the Citizen Army Training (C.A.T.) required to all
Third Year and Fourth Year High School Students in the Philippines.
In both Public and Private School as provided of the Department of
Education.
LEVEL OF CADET ORGANIZATION - IT IS OUR DUTY “The
state recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building and
shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual
and social well-being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism
and
Page-2
1. Tunton-Kanan/Kaliwa, Na (Dress Right/Left Dress)
2. Masinsing Pagitan, Tunton Kanan, Na (At Close Interval, Dress
xxxxRight Dress)
3. Handa, Rap (Ready Front)
4. Tunton, Na (Cover-Up)
5. Patnubay sa Kanan/Kaliwa/Gitna (Guide Right/Left/Center)
6. Manumbalik (As You Were)
7. Manatiling Walang Kilos (Stand Fast) o (Stand Feet) ? Ang
xxxxLabo kc ii !
8. Sumaluman (Posts)
9. Ibayong Dalang Pakanan/Pakaliwa, Na (Take Interval to the
xxxxRight/Left)
10. Magtipon sa Kanan/Kaliwa, Kad (Assemble to the Right/Left
xxxxxMarch)
11. Sunuran ng mga Tilap/Pulutong (In Column of
xxxxxSquads/Platoons)
12. Sunuran Mula sa Kanan/Kaliwa o Isahan Mula sa
xxxxxKanan/Kaliwa
B. Pagpalit ng Pagitan (Change of Interval)
1. Isahang/Tuluyang Bilang, Na (Count Call, off)
2. Dalawahang/Tatluhang bilang, Na (Count by Twos/Threes,
xxCount)
C. Ihudy at (Sound Off)
D. Ginoo, Handa na po ang Tipon sa Pagsisiyasat (Sir, the Troops are
xxxReady for Inspection)
E. Kalipunan Sumalikod Ko (Staff Behind Me)
F. Tanggapin ang Ulat/Mag-ulat (Receive the Report)
G. Narito pong Lahat, Napag-alamanan (All Present or Accounted
xxxfor)
Page-29
3. Harap sa Likdod, Rap (About Face)
4. Harap Hating-kaliwa, Rap (Left Half Face)
5. Harap Hating-Kanan, Rap (Right Half Face)
D. Pagpugay (Salute)
1. Pugay Kamay, Na (Hand Salute)
2. Tingin sa Kanan, Na (Eyes Right)
E. Hakbang at Lakad (Steps and Marching)
1. Bilang Hakbang, Na (Count Cadence Count)
 2. Isa, Dalawa, Tatlo, Apat (One, Two, Three, Four)
3. Pasulong, Kad (Forward March)
4. Tilap/Palutong, Hinto (Squad/Platoon Halt)
5. Patakda, Kad (Mark Time March)
6. Hating Hakbang, Kad (Half Step March)
7. Takbong-Hakbang, Kad (Double Time March)
8. Sigalng-Hakbang, Kad (Quick Time March)
9. Hakbang Pakanan, Kad (Right/Left Step March)
10. Paurong, Kad (Backward March)
11. Pabalik, Kad (Roar March)
12. Paulit-Hakbang, Kad (Change Step March)
13. Layang Hakbang, Kad (Rout Step March)
ADMISSION OF THE CADET - This training is a requirement
for graduation in High School. Student performance in C.A.T. is
rated either PASSED or FAILED. Grade component class standing
grade:
Grade component class standing grade (75%)
1. Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15%
2. Aptitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25%
3. Quizzes/Com Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25%
4. Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35%
------------------------------------

14. Paluwag, Kad (at Ease March) Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%

15. Liko sa Kanan/Kaliwa, Kad (Column Right/Left March)
16. Pagawing Kanan/Kaliwa, Kad (Incline to the Right/Left) Recruitment for Cadet Office Candidate Course (COCC) and
xx17. Kanang/Kaliwang Panig, Kad (Right Left Oblique March) Student Leadership Training (SLT) will start on the month of
18. Sa Lunan, Hinto (In Place Halt)
November.
19. Patuloy, Kad (Resume March)

2. Close order drill (Malapitang Pagsasanay)

A. Pagtitipon at Paghahanay (Assembly and Alignment of Troops)

Page-28
nationalism and encourage their involvement in public and civic
affairs.” (1987 Constitution Article II, Sec 13) to prioritized and take Page-3
part on roles that is detrimental to the organization. IT IS OUR
OBLIGATION - “The preservation of the state is the obligation of Section II
every citizen” (National Defense Act Article 1, sec 2) to implement
god governance and to uphold the name of C.A.T. as an EVENTS AND CEREMONIES
organization.
FUND RAISERS – Approximately four times a year the corps holds
a fundraiser sponsored by various companies/organizations. These
fundraisers are held for the purpose of raising money for such things
as the C.A.T. Band and Bugle Corps, Awards Ceremony, Drill and
Seminar and various activities throughout the year.
Filipino Drill Commands
The Citizenship Advancement Training (C.A.T.) is a civic education
and defense preparedness program students instituted by the Republic
of the Philippines.

The following are translation into Tagalog / Filipino of English-

MILITARY BALL – The purpose of this gathering is to provide a
language drill commands.
formal occasion for cadets to experience a military tradition, the
formalities of a receiving line and greeting dignitaries. This event, 1. School for soldiers without arms (Pagsasanay ng kawal na
presented annually, is for the purpose of recognizing cadets who walang sandate)
distinguish themselves by their commitment to excellence. There are
awards awarded every year by prominent speakers and officers from A. Katayuan sa pagtindig (Position of Attention)
various organizations. CHANGES OF COMMAND CEREMONY – 1. Humanda (Attention)
This event is performed within the first two weeks of the academic 2. Humanay (Fall in line)
year. The purpose is to formally recognize and introduce the new 3. Masinsing Pagitan, Humanay (At Close Interval. Fall in line)
Group/Battalion commanders and their staffs. 4. Magtipon (Assemble)
5. Manumbalik (As you were)
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART – The organizational chart traces B. Katayuan sa Paghinga Nakahinto (Rest at Halt)
the chain of command within the Cadet Corps. Cadets will do their 1. Tikas Pahinga (Parade Rest)
2. Tindig Paluwag (Stand at Ease)
utmost to follow the Chain of Command. It is arranged in the
3. Paluwag (at Ease)
following order:
4. Pahinga (Rest)
5. Tiwalag (Fall out)
6. Lumansag (Dismissed)
C. Pagharap Kung Nakahinto (Facing at the Halt)
1. Harap sa Kanan, Rap (Right Face)
2. Harap sa Kaliwa, Rap (Left Face)
Page-4
Page-27
Section VIII
 TSG - Technical Sergeant Figure 1
SSG - Staff Sergeant
SGT - Sergeant
CPL - Corporal
PFC - Private First Class
PVT- Private
CS – Candidate Soldier

Battalion

BN CDR - Battalion Commander

BN DPY CDR - Battalion Deputy Commander
COY CDR - Company Commander
EX-O - Executive Officer
PTN LDR - Platoon Leader

Platoon

PTN LDR - Platoon Leader

PTN SGT - Platoon Sergeant
SQD LDR - Squad Leader
SQD MBR - Squad Member

Page-26 Page-5
 Section III 6 – Six
7 – Seven
WEARING OF THE UNIFORM AND APPEARANCE 8 – Ate
9 – Niner
Wearing of the Uniform 10 – Wun-Zero

The uniform will be worn in accordance with C.A.T. Instruction, Rank Structure
Failure to wear the uniform on this day (unless excused in advance
by your instructor) results in a zero for that day's Uniform Inspection Commissioned Officer
grade. ABUs (optional uniforms) Cadets Uniform are required to
wear every Saturday. The following guidelines (extracted from GEN - General
supplemented by this handbook) will establish the wear criteria and LTGEN - Lieutenant General
will be strictly enforced: MGEN - Major General
BGEN - Brigadier General
COL - Colonel
LTCOL - Lieutenant Colonel
MAJ - Major
CPT - Captain
1LT - First Lieutenant
2LT - Second Lieutenant
OC - Officer Candidate

Non-Commissioned Officer/Enlisted

CMS - Chief Master Sergeant

SMS - Senior Master Sergeant
MSG - Master Sergeant

Page-25
Page-6 A – ALPHA N – NOVEMBER
 B – BRAVO O – OSCAR
C – CHARLIE P – PAPA
D – DELTA Q – QUEBEC
E – ECHO R – ROMEO
F – FOXTROT S – SIERRA
G – GOLF T – TANGO
H – HOTEL U – UNIFORM
I – INDIA V – VICTOR
J – JULIET W – WHISKEY
K – KILO X – X-RAY
L – LIMA Y – YANKEE
M – MIKE Z – ZULU

Numeral Pronunciation

Pronunciation of numbers over the radio and the telephone should be

exaggerated to avoid being misunderstood by the receiving party.
Each digit of large numbers is pronounced separately except in the
case of even “hundreds” and “thousands” Here are the numerals and
their corresponding pronunciation:

0 – Zero
1 – Wun
2 – Too
3 – Thu-ree
4 – Fo-wer
5 – Fi-yir

Page-24 Page-7
Figure 2
Figure 3 Section VII
STUDY GUIDE

The Cadet Code of Honor:

- A Cadet does not LIE

- A Cadet does not STEAL
- A cadet does not CHEAT
- A Cadet does not COVER-UP the wrongs of his fellow Cadet

The C.A.T. Creed:

I am a C.A.T. Cadet. I am connected and faithful to every Corps of

Cadets who served their community and nation with Patriotism. I
earn respect when I uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Loyalty and
Service. I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family,
school, Corps of Cadets, community, and to myself. My character
defines me. I will not lie, cheat, steal or cover-up the wrongs of my
fellow Cadet. I am accountable for my actions and deeds. I will hold
others accountable for their actions as well. I will honor those I serve
with, those who have gone before me, and those who will come after
me. I am a Leader devoted to those I follow, serve, and lead. I am a
C.A.T. Cadet.

Phonetic Alphabet

Phonetic alphabet used in Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)

Command and Control

Page-8 Page-23
On June 12, 1898, General Emilio Aguinaldo declared Philippine Figure 4
Independence from Spain and formed the first Philippine Republic, in
which he sat as its president. The Filipino troops were to enjoy only a
brief respite from combat when American forces came in to establish
rule in the islands by virtue of the Treaty of Paris, which Spain co-
signed with America on 10 December 1898. The treaty ceded the
Philippines to the United States.

Leadership Principals and Definitions

1. Teamwork is the ability to work well with others to achieve a

common goal.
2. Leadership consists of both the art of influencing other to
accomplish a goal or mission and the ability to follow the leadership
of others.
3. Discipline is the ability to guide others toward proper conduct.
4. Self-discipline is the training and control of one’s self and one’s
conduct
5. Attitude is a state of mind that affects all of your thoughts and
actions.
6. Military bearing is that special something that is nothing more than
a combination of discipline and leadership.
7. Management is the ability to control the resources of people, time,
supplies, and space.
8. Proven leadership principles are:
a. Know your job.
b. Know yourself.
c. Motivate.
d. Accept responsibility.
e. Develop teamwork.
Page-9
Page-22
Figure 5 of the staff and then lowered to half-staff. To lower the Philippine
Flag from half-staff, it is first hoisted to the top of the staff and then
lowered.
7. At an indoor event the Philippine Flag and flagstaff are always at
the speaker’s right.
8. When outdoors in uniform and the National Anthem is played,
stand at attention, face the flag and salute. When indoors in uniform
and the National Anthem is played, stand at attention, face the flag
and DO NOT salute.
9. In military formations and ceremonies, the Pledge of Allegiance is
not normally recited when in military uniform, but under certain
circumstances. If indoors in uniform, stand at attention, remain silent,
face the flag and render the hand salute. If indoors, stand at attention,
face the flag and either remain silent or recite the Pledge of
Allegiance as appropriate for the circumstances. The hand salute is
not rendered.

Philippine Army History

After three centuries of Spanish rule, there were calls for social
reforms and an end to the perceived oppressive friar rule. In
1896, Andres Bonifacio founded the Katipunan to prepare his band
of Filipinos for armed revolt against the Spanish government. The
Katipunan formed an army of insurgents. Almost a year after the
outbreak of hostilities between the Katipuneros and the Spanish
troops, Emilio Aguinaldo's Philippine Revolutionary Government
and its Army were born on March 22, 1897 at Tejeros, San Francisco
de Malabon in Cavite. General Artemio Ricarte was named Captain
General of the Ejercito en la Republica de las Islas Filipinas or the
revolutionary Philippine Army. This date marks the founding
Page-10 day Philippine Revolutionary Army (PRA).
 Page-21
Section VI
EXPLANATION OF DRILL AND CEREMONIES TERMS
1. ALIGNMENT – To dress and cover in formation.
2. BASE LINE – The element on which a movement is planned. 3.
CADENCE – The number of steps marched per minute.
4. COVER – individuals aligning themselves behind the person to
their front.
5. DISTANCE – The prescribed space from front to rear between
units and between individuals in formation.
6. DRESS – Alignment of elements side by side in line with proper
interval.
7. PACE – A pace of 25 inches. Length of a full step in quick time.
8. DOUBLE TIME – The rate of marching 180 steps per minute. 9.
QUICK TIME – The rate of marching 120 steps per minute. 10.
SLOW TIME – The rate of marching 60 steps per minute.
Flag Honors
1. The Philippine Flag is hoisted briskly up a flagstaff.
2. The Philippine Flag is lowered as a slow pace in time with the
music if playing.
3. Reveille signifies the start of the duty day.
4. Retreat is the military ceremony at military installations to
signify the end of the day.
5. The Philippine Flag is never dipped in the Army.
6. To display the Philippine Flag at half-staff, it is first hoisted to the
top.
Page-20
a. Cadets MUST have a White Polo Shirt for Cadet Officers printed
with School C.A.T. seal/logo at the right chest and name tape at the
left chest and White Round Nick T-shirt for Enlisted Cadets printed
with School C.A.T seal/logo at the center of the T-shirt and name
tape at the left chest.
b. BELT: Garrison Belt, black color with copper Buckle.
c. PANTS: Green BDU lower (Pants), Blousing straps must be used.
The ends of the boot-laces must be tucked into the boots. Wrapping
the laces around the boots is authorized.
d. FOOTWEAR: Military Combat Shoes.
e. HAT: Green C.A.T. Patrol Cap ONLY. MUST be worn at all
times, no bonnie cover, baseball cap, bush hats etc. Squarely on the
head with NO hair protruding (male & female) in front of the cap.
When not being worn, the cap WILL NOT be stowed in the lower
cargo pockets. It may be tucked in the belt at your back with the shirt
covering it, carried in your hand or put in your back-pack or locker.
Officer Cadets MUST wear the hat with rank insignia on their C.A.T.
cap.
f. RANK: will be worn on the collar of the polo Shirt uniform.
General rules: Badges, insignia, awards and ribbons, belt buckles and
other metallic accessories must be maintained in proper luster and
condition.
 Page-11 Page-12

Figure 6 Section V
CHAIN OF COMMAND

Current as of 15 November 2019

President of the Philippines (Commander- in- Chief):

THE HONORABLE RODRIGO R DUTERTE

Secretary of Defense:
THE HONORABLE DELFIN N LORENZANA

Chief of Staff AFP:

LTGEN BENJAMIN R MADRIGAL JR AFP

Commanding General Philippine Army:

LTGEN CIRILITO E SOBEJANA AFP

Comdr Training and Doctrine Command Phil Army (TRADOC PA):

BGEN ROY T DEVESA AFP

Commanding General 8th Infantry Division Philippine Army:

MGEN RAUL M FARNACIO AFP

Commander Army Reserved Command (ARESCOM):

MGEN BERNIE S LANGUB AFP
 Page-19
Page-18
Section IV
CADET SWORD

The Cadet Sword is used by the Cadet Officers of the Citizenship

Advancement Training (C.A.T.) for wear when the uniform is
designated as “under arms”, to include functions, drill, parades, LEADERSHIP AWARD - is
inspection and graduation. given to the member of the
Graduating Class that holds a
Wearing and Mounting Leadership position and shown
outstanding leadership throughout
In full uniform the sword and scabbard are worn mounted from a the course of the school year.
white cotton sword shoulder belt that is hung from the right shoulder
to the waist and a brass plate is worn centered on the chest. This
sword is worn on parades and honor Color Officer, Drum and Bugle
Officer, Officer of the day, Graduation and all Cadet Officers.

Figure 9

MERIT AWARD - this

award is given by recognizing
meritorious performance and
achievements throughout the
course of the school year.
 Page-13
Page-14

Figure 7

LOYALTY AWARD - is given to a

proven loyal to the course
throughout the school year.

Figure 8

PUNCTUAL AWARD - this

award is given to most on
attendance and behavior as a cadet
throughout the school year.

Page-17
j. Females may wear one (1) pair of conservative diamond, black,
gold, white, pearl, or silver spherical earrings with all uniforms. One
earring per ear and only in the ear lobe.
k. Females may not wear any visible studs or tongue studs while in
uniform.
l. Hair for female cadets is not to extend past the bottom of the shirt
collar and must not interfere with the proper wear of the headgear in
any way.
m. Females’ hair must not include hair ornaments such as ribbons,
jeweled pins, etc. - Plain pins, combs, and barrettes similar in color to
the cadet’s hair color may be worn. For male cadets:
n. Males are not authorized to wear earrings while in uniform.
o. Males may not wear any visible studs or tongue studs while in
uniform.
p. Hair for male cadets is to be off the ears and off the collar.
The
back of the hair must be either tapered or blocked, and no more than
¼ inch in thickness.
Page-16
Appearance
a. Cadets may wear wrist watches and rings while in uniform,
but
no more than three (3) rings may be worn at one time. Thumb rings
are not authorized. One bracelet is permitted if it is neat and
conservative and no wider than one-half (1/2) inch. Colored bracelets
that support a cause are not allowed.
b. Articles such as necklaces, pens, pencils, and other such items that
may detract from the uniform are not to be visible while in uniform.
c. No form of sunglasses may be worn in formation, unless
prescribed by a doctor. Only authorized sunglasses may be worn
outside of formation while in uniform.
d. Shoes must be kept clean and polished.
e. Keep your hands out of your pockets when in uniform.
f. Cadets must always keep the shirt neatly tucked in.
g. Do not put any bulky items in pants or jacket pockets.

h. Headphones: will not be worn while in uniform

i. PDA (public display of affection) is not allowed while wearing the

CAT uniform for female cadets:

Page-15