Learning is provided to cadets and accessed when they choose. Asynchronous delivery allows cadets to self-pace their learning and access resources and support as needed. CFOT will employ asynchronous and synchronous delivery for courses and additional mission and ministry seminars.

Authorized by their territorial commander to fulfil all duties usually undertaken by a commissioned officer in so far as this is legally acceptable, subject to Orders and Regulations for Auxiliary-Captains, and Orders and Regulations for Officers of The Salvation Army and Undertakings Entered Into by an Officer of The Salvation Army.

Authorized by their territorial commander to fulfil all duties usually undertaken by a commissioned officer in so far as this is legally acceptable, subject to Orders and Regulations for Full-Time, Short-Term, Non-Officer Service, Orders and Regulations for Officers of The Salvation Army, SUP Auxiliary-Lieutenant Guidelines and Regulations and Undertakings Entered Into by an Auxiliary-Lieutenant of The Salvation Army.

An individual applying for full-time service in The Salvation Army

The training and development program of CFOT that spans 8 years, from candidate, cadet, and Lieutenant. Concludes when an officer is confirmed and given the rank of Captain.

A cadet accepted to complete their training within the Greater Toronto Area, and placed within a ministry unit, under the supervision of MU supervisor.

The corps officer overseeing and coaching a cadet at their home-based corps. The FTO will ensure cadets are engaged in practical learning and development opportunities, providing guidance, direction, feedback and assessment. This is an additional appointment and is considered an adjunct training staff accountable to CFOT for the mission and ministry development of cadets under their supervision. CFOT will provide support, resources and development opportunities to support FTO in their role.

The first five years following being commissioned as a Lieutenant.

An assigned ministry placement for campus-based and field-based cadets within a one-hour commute from territorial headquarters. The primary location for vocational training as a corps officer.

A type of delivery that aims to synchronize face-to-face classroom experience with online tools to create a truly virtual classroom, allowing cadets and officers to participate fully from anywhere in the territory.

An in-person gathering of lieutenants during the spring of their fifth year of officer training and development (in the Spring of the 2nd year of ministry following commissioning). Formerly referred to as 2nd Year Lieutenant’s Institute. An intensive week of learning including personal, pastoral, spiritual, ministry, and leadership skills development. Coordinated by CFOT.

As above, an in-person gathering of lieutenants during the fall of their seventh year to further develop as spiritual leaders, preparing specifically for confirmation. Formerly referred to as the 5th Year Lieutenants Institute. Coordinated by CFOT.

A cadet accepted to complete their training in the Greater Toronto Area and placed within a Home-based corps for their training period.

Learning that is delivered in a specific place, at a specific time, to all cadets, either in person or through online video conference. Synchronous delivery provides cadets with a community of learners and allows for immediate feedback from instructors and fellow cadets.

Mission and Ministry Formation

One of the three pillars upon which the training program is developed, mission and ministry formation addresses the practical experience and develops the skills necessary for effective work as Salvation Army officers. Every effort will be made to ensure cadets have a sound framework of understanding that will prepare them for future ministry development and that lieutenants are supported in their appointments.

Spiritual Formation

The foundational pillar upon which the training program is developed, spiritual formation understands that there is a "primacy of discipleship - expressed in spiritual growth, character formation and Salvationist identification - over a predominantly 'academic' approach to the training of officers" (Orders and Regulations for the Training and Development of Salvation Army Officers, 1).

This holistic approach perceives our missional and theological learning as flowing out of a personal relationship with Jesus. As a program, the spiritual formation pillar provides cadets and staff the opportunity, through the community and individually, to connect with Jesus through various scripturally based prayer practices. The program is structured around Jesus' invitation to "abide in me as I abide in you" (John 15:4 NRSV). The program aims to disciple cadets to become disciple-makers.

Theological Formation

One of the three pillars of wholistic training upon which the training program is developed. From the Orders and Regulations for the Training and Development of Salvation Army Officers, we understand knowing as:

This set of competencies {…} particularly concerned with scriptural, theological and missional frameworks. This set of competencies would refer to the “head” since it engages the cognitive domain through conceptual understanding. At the time of entry to college, candidates should demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

1. Broad familiarity with Scripture and its personal application;
2. Basic understanding of Salvation Army doctrine and distinctive practices;
3. Awareness of how faith relates to local context.