Our Military Structure
The TTCF operates with a military structure including Regular Army Cadets, Naval Cadets and Aviation Cadets, organised into 8 battalions across Trinidad and Tobago.
Organisational Structure
TTCF operates with a clear chain of command from Ministry of Defence through Headquarters to battalions and school units.
Minister of Defence
Government oversight, policy direction, and strategic leadership
Advisory Board
Policy regulation and strategic guidance from stakeholders, educators, and community leaders
Cadet Force Division
Procurement and storage of uniforms, equipment, transport, and logistics
Force Headquarters
Specialist officers administrating TTCF affairs: Commandant, Staff Officers, Administration, Quarter Master
Commandant
Overall command and leadership of TTCF operations
Battalion Headquarters
CO (Commanding Officer), 2IC (Second in Command), Adjutant, RSM (Regimental Sergeant Major)
Companies
3-6 companies per battalion, each comprising 3-6 school units
School Units
Each battalion comprises 10-20 school-based units, with cadets meeting weekly for training and activities.
Chain of Command
Minister of Defence → Policy and oversight
Advisory Board → Strategic regulation
Cadet Force Division → Logistics and procurement
Force Headquarters → Administration and operations
Battalion HQ → Regional command (CO, 2IC, Adjutant, RSM)
Companies → 3-6 companies per battalion
School Units → 3-6 units per company
8 Battalions Strong
Our organisation spans across 75 schools with a military structure designed to develop leadership at every level.
Battalion Organization
Each battalion operates with a clear military structure from headquarters to school units
Battalion HQ Staff
Commanding Officer (CO), Second in Command (2IC), Adjutant, Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM)
Company Structure
Each battalion has 3-6 companies, coordinating training and operations
School Units
Each company comprises 3-6 school-based units where cadets train weekly
Infantry Battalions
Six infantry battalions operating across Trinidad and Tobago's secondary schools
1TTCF (Northern)
Secondary schools in Port of Spain and the north western peninsular of Trinidad
2TTCF (Central)
Schools across central Trinidad covering Couva, Chaguanas and environs
3TTCF (Tobago)
Secondary schools across the island of Tobago
4TTCF (North East)
Secondary schools in north east Trinidad: Arima, Sangre Grande, Toco and rural communities
5TTCF (East West Corridor)
Schools in north Trinidad between Morvant and Tacarigua in the east west corridor
6TTCF (South)
South Trinidad extending from San Fernando to Point Fortin in the heart of the oilfields
Maritime Battalion (MTTCF)
Aviation and Naval cadet flights and watches at key schools across Trinidad and Tobago
MTTCF (Maritime)
Aviation and Naval cadet flights and watches at key schools across Trinidad and Tobago
Service Support Battalion (SSB)
Specialist units: Three Marching Bands, Messing Unit (Cooks), Medical Unit (First Aid)
SSB (Service Support)
Specialist units: Three Marching Bands, Messing Unit, Medical Unit
8 Battalions Strong
Our organisation spans across 75 schools with a military structure designed to develop leadership at every level.
Regular Army Cadets
Field training, map reading, and tactical skills
Naval Cadets
Maritime skills, seamanship, and water activities
Aviation Cadets
Aerospace education and flight principles
Marching Bands
Two prestigious marching bands performing at national events
First Aid Group
Emergency response and medical training
Culinary Arts
Messing department and catering skills
Signals Group
Communications and technology training
Steel Orchestra
Trinidad's iconic steelpan music tradition
Adult Leadership
Our organisation is led by a dedicated cadre of adult leaders, officers and warrant officers who volunteer their time to develop the next generation.
Leadership