1. Recruits shall conduct themselves in a military manner, so as to bring credit to themselves, their Recruit Division, their training command, the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, and the Navy. 
2. Recruits shall wear the Navy’s uniform with pride, and in accordance with all NSCC uniform regulations. 
3. Recruits shall put forth their maximum effort at all times and in all tasks. 
4. Recruits shall put their Division before themselves. 
5. Recruits shall not threaten or attempt bodily harm to any other person. 
6. Recruits shall not lie, cheat, or steal. 
7. Recruits shall not prejudge, discriminate, bully, haze, or harass. 
8. Recruits shall not use racial or ethnic epithets; or vulgar, obscene, or profane language. 
9. Recruits shall not solicit, collect, or distribute money. 
10. Recruits shall not vandalize, damage, or destroy NSCC, US Government, or private property. 
11. Recruits shall not fraternize with each other or with staff. 
12. Recruits shall not possess or use alcohol, tobacco, or drugs of any kind. 
13. Recruits shall not tolerate those who violate these rules, and shall report violations of the Code of Conduct to the chain of command.

Cadets will conduct themselves honorably at all times, including

• Being completely truthful
• Being polite and considerate to all people
• Showing proper military bearing

Cadets will support each other through positive interactions, including

• Building one another up with encouragement
• Maintaining an environment free of cursing, teasing, inappropriate jokes or comments

Cadets will be respectful to all adults and cadets, including

• Saying “Yes, sir/ma’am”, “No, sir/ma’am”,  etc.
• Obeying those placed in authority over them whether young or old
• Following military courtesies

Cadets will act responsibly through

• Being on-time to all events
• Reading the Plan of the Day in advance and preparing for drill
• Maintaining proper grooming
• Wearing the uniform with pride
• Using chain of command to answer questions and deal with concerns 
• Coming to drill properly hydrated
• Safeguarding their Sea Cadet ID cards

Cadets will take advantage of the education offered through the program by

• Attending all drills, work days, community service and fundraisers
• Completing the advancement courses assigned to them in a timely manner
• Exercising daily to improve physical fitness
• Attending field trips and at least one (NLCC) or two (NSCC) summer trainings per year*

*Lack of attendance at regular events will result in not attending field trips and summer training

 I promise to serve God,
honor our flag,
abide by Naval Sea Cadet Corps Regulations,
and carry out the orders
of the officers appointed over me,
and so conduct myself
as to be a credit to myself, my unit,
the Naval Sea Cadet Corps,
the Navy and my country. 

Honor

“I will bear true faith and allegiance …” Accordingly, we will: Conduct ourselves in the highest ethical manner in all relationships with peers, superiors and subordinates; Be honest and truthful in our dealings with each other, and with those outside the Navy; Be willing to make honest recommendations and accept those of junior personnel; Encourage new ideas and deliver the bad news, even when it is unpopular; Abide by an uncompromising code of integrity, taking responsibility for our actions and keeping our word; Fulfill or exceed our legal and ethical responsibilities in our public and personal lives twenty-four hours a day. Illegal or improper behavior or even the appearance of such behavior will not be tolerated. We are accountable for our professional and personal behavior. We will be mindful of the privilege to serve our fellow Americans.

Courage

“I will support and defend …” Accordingly, we will have: courage to meet the demands of our profession and the mission when it is hazardous, demanding, or otherwise difficult; Make decisions in the best interest of the navy and the nation, without regard to personal consequences; Meet these challenges while adhering to a higher standard of personal conduct and decency; Be loyal to our nation, ensuring the resources entrusted to us are used in an honest, careful, and efficient way. Courage is the value that gives us the moral and mental strength to do what is right, even in the face of personal or professional adversity.

Commitment

“I will obey the orders …” Accordingly, we will: Demand respect up and down the chain of command; Care for the safety, professional, personal and spiritual well-being of our people; Show respect toward all people without regard to race, religion, or gender; Treat each individual with human dignity; Be committed to positive change and constant improvement; Exhibit the highest degree of moral character, technical excellence, quality and competence in what we have been trained to do. The day-to-day duty of every Navy man and woman is to work together as a team to improve the quality of our work, our people and ourselves.

These are the CORE VALUES of the United States Navy.

I am a United States Sailor.

I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me.

I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.

I proudly serve my country’s Navy combat team with Honor, Courage and Commitment.

I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.

The Eleven General Orders are common to all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. It is best to learn these as soon as possible: you will be expected to know these by heart, in any order, after a few weeks in Sea Cadets!

1. To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
2. To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert, and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
3. To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
4. To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guard house than my own.
5. To quit my post only when properly relieved.
6. To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the commanding officer, field officer of the day, officer of the day, and officers and petty officers of the watch.
7. To talk to no one except in line of duty.
8. To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
9. To call the petty officer of the watch in any case not covered by instructions.
10. To salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased.
11. To be especially watchful at night, and during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.