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Just as through Jesus Christ . The College for Officer Training prepares men and women to carry out the mission of The Salvation Army . The entire program objective is development of officers who are led by the Spirit of God and are able to advance the Kingdom of God and the cause of the Gospel. Candidates for officer training may enter the College for Officer training or, under certain circumstances, may enter Salvation Army officership as a second-career ministry with the designation of Auxiliary Captain. Each June cadets who have successfully completed training are Ordained as ministers of the Gospel and commissioned as officers in The Salvation Army. The Ordination and commissioning ceremonies are conducted in a public meeting before families and friends. The newly commissioned officers receive their first appointments in an afternoon gathering that same day. Salvation Army Colleges for Officers generally exist in every territory of The Salvation Army in the world. The training usually lasts two years and is a combination of Scripture , doctrine , social issues and hands on practical field work. WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICER CANDIDATES? Men and women wishing to become Salvation Army Officers must be Christians , believe they are called to full-time service, and be Salvation Army Soldiers (members) endorsed for officership. They must possess a sincere love and understanding of people and be willing to work in highly demanding situations upon graduation. Age: 18-45 upper-age limit is higher in the UK, with some cadets entering training up their mid-fifties Education: At least one year of College , Military Training or work experience following high school graduation and prior to entering officer training. High school students considering officership should give special emphasis to English, Humanities and Business courses such as accounting. High school graduates employed full time prior to entering training are advised to take additional work in reading and English courses at a community or junior college. Some cadets (Salvation Army Officer trainees) have earned undergraduate and graduate degrees before applying. Many cadets enter Salvation Army Officer training after several years in a secular career, and many are married with children. Accountants , Homemakers , Engineers , School Teachers , Physicians , Nurses , Social Workers , and many other Professions and Occupations are represented among the cadets. All candidates should have at least a 12th Grade reading level. Any candidate with a Thurstone IQ below 25 (or equivalent) will be required to take further testing for acceptance. Length of Training: Normally two years. Special dispensation may be made for cadets to be commissioned after one year based on prior experience or training (e.g. previous theological training, service as a lieutenant in The Salvation Army, or, in some cases, cadets aged over fifty). This dispensation may depent on local territorial policy (examples given are for the UK Territory). SEE ALSO
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