The first training League Cadets are eligible to attend is NLCC Orientation which is designed to be a League Cadet version of Recruit Training for Sea Cadets and provides intense training in military and naval subjects and an introduction to the military training atmosphere.
Once NLCC Orientation is completed, NLCC are eligible to attend other NLCC advanced trainings similar to the ones mentioned above scaled down for their age level in a variety of subjects relevant to prepare cadets for transition to the Sea Cadets at a later age.
On a unit level, Navy League cadets are trained in nautical skills such as knot tying and splicing, signaling, water safety and swimming, first aid, and even fire fighting. Cadets are instructed in military drill and discipline and are taught from a syllabus covering naval history to ship nomenclature. Navy League cadets also tour ships and bases and participate in community events such as parades and fairs.
Taking part in the pride and honor of wearing the Navy uniform, and being a part of a fine organization gives the NLCC cadet a sense of service. In addition, NLCC cadets who complete one year in the program, and later cross over to the Sea Cadets, will enter at a higher rate. The training received in the NLCC will give cadets the experience for an easy transition to the Naval Sea Cadet Corps.