Eight Dubbo teenagers have wrapped up a week of learning in a slightly different arena than the one they're used to; receiving an education on the vital lifesaving skills of an SES volunteer during a week-long cadet training camp.
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The NSW SES Cadet training program, which has been operating for a decade, aims to teach teenagers valuable communication and leadership skills through the scenarios that SES volunteers face on a day-to-day basis.
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While the teens spent time with the local Dubbo SES unit, and were tasked with a number of urban search and rescue exercises like removing doors from crashed cars under the supervision of VRA members, the goal of the program is not to turn them into full-fledged SES members, according to cadet co-ordinator Kamala Wheeler.
"Although we don't use the cadet program to recruit members, many young people who finish cadet training choose to join the NSW SES as volunteers when they turn 16," Ms Wheeler said.
The program's stated aim is to inspire a level of enthusiasm and skills knowledge that will help the teenagers better pursuit altruistic opportunities in their community.
"NSW SES cadets gain skills, knowledge and enthusiasm for helping the community," said NSW SES Commander David Monk.
