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Cadet Proficiency Badge Scheme

Guidelines and Assessment

For 4th Edition Handbook

Updated 6 June 2016

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CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 3

GUIDELINES TO CONDUCT BADGE ACTIVITIES.......................................................... 3

ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES AND TOOLS ....................................................................... 4

SUBMITTING DOCUMENTS ................................................................................................ 6

GROUP 1: WELFARE AND SERVICE ............................................................................ 9

GROUP 2: OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES ............................................................................... 14

GROUP 3: CRAFTS AND HOBBIES ............................................................................. 19

GROUP 4: GENERAL ....................................................................................................... 23

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS .................................................................................................... 30

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INTRODUCTION The 4th Edition of the Cadet Proficiency Badge Scheme (CPBS) Handbook will be formally launched on 2 July 2016. With the launch, the proficiency badge scheme provides cadets with the opportunity to attain badges based on their own interests and to help them develop holistically. To better equip schools and zones with the necessary information, the CPB Committee has decided to come up with specific guidelines and resources leading to the application and award of the badges. GUIDELINES TO CONDUCT BADGE ACTIVITIES There are several ways to organise badge activities for the cadets:

1. NHQ courses / activities 2. Zone courses / activities 3. Courses organised external organisation / vendor 4. In-house activities / courses organised at corps level

Cadets should be provided with notes or any other relevant reading materials to compliment what they should know in order to meet the objectives of the course. Besides theory, they can also be provided with hands-on activities to reinforce learning. The objectives or learning outcomes of the badge activities/courses that are organised by NHQ/Zone/Corps should meet 80% of the criteria spelt out in the CPB Handbook. Badge activities/courses that are organised by external vendors / organisations, NHQ will assist to liaise with them to match the badge criteria with their course objectives/learning outcomes. Should corps/zones organise activities that involves an external vendor, they can liaise with the vendor to work out the course objectives. The objectives or learning outcome must also meet 80% of the criteria spelt out in the CPB Handbook. After which, corps/zones will then approach NHQ for endorsement before commencing the course. Teachers-in-charge who embark on school-based or cross-curricular programmes that are related to the badge activities, must ensure that the activities organised at school level meet 80% of the criteria spelt out in the CPB handbook / badge syllabus provided.

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Zones who wish to conduct badge activities as part of leadership courses (ie. NCO Course) must write in to Asst. Chief Commissioner, CPB at least one (1) month in advance, on the intention to conduct badge activities. The contents should include:

1. Details of the badge course / activity that will be conducted during the course. Maximum Four (4) badge activities to be allowed for each course.

2. Duration of each badge course and assessment criteria (To submit course / activity outline and assessment guidelines)

Upon approval, the zone will proceed to conduct the badge activity. ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES AND TOOLS There are several ways to conduct assessment to test the cadets’ ability to carry out the activities leading to the award of the badge:

1. Written Test (pen-and-paper or online) 2. Practical Assessment 3. Project-Based Assessment 4. Task-Based Assessment

Written Test – It can vary from Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Fill in the Blanks, Short Answers or Long Answers. The questions set should cover what the cadets have learnt throughout the course. Practical Assessment – The purpose of practical assessment is to assess the cadets’ ability to carry out the skills taught during the course. The skills tested may be used during normal training after the course or for future use, as part of holistic development. Project-Based Assessment – Project theme is set to meet the course requirement and it serves as an opportunity for cadets to work together to achieve the assessment criteria. Project theme can be based on real-life scenarios or to serve a purpose. It is important to ensure that the members in the group maximize their roles during the project. Though it is recommended to keep the number of members to 4 per group, we leave it to the examiners to determine the number of members based on the scale of the project. Task-Based Assessment – A theme / scenario is set for the group members (or individual) to work on the various tasks. This gives the cadets an opportunity to exercise their self-directed learning (SDL) or collaborative learning (CoL) skills. The instructor serves as a facilitator throughout the process to achieve the assessment guidelines.

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Assessment Guidelines For written test, pen-and-paper or online assessment are the common tools for assessment. Examiners are to ensure that proper answer keys are provided. For open-ended answers, variation of answers that are close to the answer keys must be considered to ensure a fair assessment is conducted. For practical assessment, using tick () or cross (), the examiner indicates after observing the participant’s ability to carry out the skills tested. Here are some suggested headings for practical assessment:

1. Competent / Incompetent 2. Proficient / Not Proficient 3. Yes / No

For project and task-based assessment, it is highly recommended to develop a set of rubrics to assess the participant’s ability to carry out the task/skills specified in the assessment guidelines. The rubrics should indicate the skills to be assessed and the various descriptors (and scores). This ensures that the examiner conducts a fair and non-biased assessment. SUBMITTING BADGE APPLICATIONS Badge applications are submitted via any of the following ways: • As an individual application • As a group application (by HQ / Zone / Corps) All applications are to be made online via St John Portal, CPB Module. Applications must be accompanied with supporting documents to certify the conduct of the courses, activities and assessment prior to the badge application. Courses that are organised at HQ level will be awarded by the CPB Committee. Zones and Corps do not need to submit these applications. Please refer to the individual badge guidelines for more details. For courses and activities that are organised by Zones and Corps, all badge applications must be submitted by the following timeframe:

Courses and Activities Timeframe Timeframe to submit badge applications 1 January to 31 August

of the current year By 15 December

of the current year 1 September to 31 December

of the current year By 1st April

of the following year This will prevent our cadets from being shortchanged due to delays caused by our teachers and officers, thus affecting their chances of achieving the award badges.

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The following activities will not be affected by this restriction: • All courses and activities organised by HQ • All badges that require to submit examination results • All badges that are of personal interests (ie. swimming, photography etc.) SUBMITTING DOCUMENTS Depending on the nature of the course / activity, below are some of the different documents used for submission to process the badge applications: 1. Certificates (individual) 2. Results Slips (individual – showing Overall Mark) 3. Rubrics (for individual applications) 4. Summary of Marks 5. Certifying Letter from organisation / vendor (for bulk number of participants) 6. Photographs of activities carried out for the cadets 7. Projects done by students (hardcopy / softcopy) The above is not a complete list. Depending on each badge applications submitted, NHQ serves the right to ask for more documents to justify the badge applications and assessment conducted. While students receive certificates after completing the course organised by the vendor, school can also obtain a letter to that the students have completed and passed the course. The letter (by the vendor) will serve as a documentary proof for badge processing. This cuts down the time to photocopy / scan certificates for badge application.

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Badge Application using Academic Results The following academic subjects are allowed to be used for badge applications: 1. Art / Visual Art – Artist 2. Home Economics / Food & Consumer Education – Homecraft 3. Design & Technology – Handyman 4. Food & Nutrition – Cookery & Nutrition (Sec 3 and above) The minimum qualifying level to apply badges using academic results will be Secondary 2 and above (unless specified). Schools that are conducting the subjects in Secondary 1 under the Integrated Programme are to submit the results from both Semester 1 and Semester 2 to show that the curriculum is conducted throughout the year. This arrangement is popular for subjects like Design & Technology and Home Economics. Only results showing the Overall Mark Grade are allowed for all badge applications. For academic subjects that have been completed in Semester 1, the Overall Marks will also be displayed in the results slips at the end of the year. Schools that do not have the exact name of the academic subject(s) stated above, but have the similar subject(s) that meet 80% of the badge criteria, must seek approval from HQ in writing before making any badge applications. The teacher-in-charge will write in to HQ through the Zone CPB officer, describing the subject syllabus (through the school’s scheme of work) and assessment guidelines. Upon approval, the school will proceed to apply badges using the results slips.

GUIDELINES FOR

INDIVIDUAL PROFICIENCY BADGE

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GROUP 1: WELFARE AND SERVICE

Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines ANTI-DRUG ABUSE COURSE (ADA/101)

Attend and successfully complete the Anti-Drug Abuse Course organised by the Singapore Anti-Narcotics Association.

1. Attend the Anti-Drug Abuse Course organised by SANA HQ.

2. Written test to be administered by SANA 3. To complete and passed project assigned by

SANA HQ. Passed list will be provided by SANA HQ for CPB Committee to award badges.

CASUALTY SIMULATION (CAS/102)

Attend and successfully completed a course in Casualty Simulation.

1. Attend the Casualty Simulation Course conducted by qualified instructors appointed by CPB Committee

2. Practical Assessment on ability to carry out

simulated wounds.

3. To submit results (assessment checklist) for badge processing.

CITIZENSHIP (CTZ/103)

Know the functions of Singapore government, parliamentary membership, rules & procedures of General Election, names of Cabinet Ministers, basic knowledge of government systems in Singapore

Suggested activity / assessment includes: 1. Conduct course / lesson & written test

2. Learning Journey to cover 80% of the badge

criteria & work on a project/reflection. 3. Project-Based Assessment with different

scenarios based on badge criteria.

Submit the following for badge processing: 1. Notes / Powerpoint slides created for the

lesson. 2. Results for assessment conducted. 3. Softcopy of student’s projects.

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines CIVIL DEFENCE (CDF/104)

Attend and successfully complete the one-day Civil Defence Course or Community Emergency Preparedness Programme (CEPP) organised by the Singapore Civil Defence Force.

1. Attend a one-day Civil Defence / CEPP course organised by SCDF.

2. Written & Practical test to be administered by SCDF.

3. Passed list will be provided by SCDF for CPB Committee to award badges..

COMMUNITY CARE (CMC/105)

Provide community service at own accord and interest for at least 30 hours, spreading over a period of minimum 6 months with the suggested activities (subject to approval)

1. Community service activities done in the name of SJAB are not counted as they are the core activities of SJAB. They are flag day, walkathon collections, first aid public duties and hospital attachments.

2. Documentary proof from the organization and

detailed record of each activity performed must be produced at the time of application.

CRIME PREVENTION (CRP/106)

To attend the Crime Prevention Proficiency Badge Scheme Course organised by the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC).

1. Lesson on Crime Prevention to be conducted by trained officers/teachers.

2. Online Theory test (set by NCPC) to be

administered by teachers.

3. To organise learning journey to the Neighbourhood Police Centre.

4. To complete projects specified by NCPC

guidelines. Project to be assessed based on Project Work rubrics.

5. To complete dissemination of Crime

Prevention messages to family members.

6. Complete submission form and submit for badge processing.

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines ENERGY CONSERVATION (ESC/107)

Attend and successfully complete both Stage I and II of the ‘Energy Experience Programme organised by the Singapore Power Services (SP Services).

1. Attend Stage 1 and Stage 2 course, organised by Singapore Power Services.

2. Stage 1 project: submit electrical bill

Stage 2 project: project-based assessment specified by SP Services.

3. Submit result list sent by SP services as

supporting documents for badge processing.

ENVIRONMENT EDUCATION (ENV/108)

As per badge criteria 1. To participate in any of the following programmes organised by NParks or NEA a. Clean Singapore Learning Trail b. National Recycling Outreach Programme c. Community in Bloom Project

2. Getting students to work on reflections after

the programme. They can be in a form of: a. Written / Online Reflections b. Poster Presentation c. Brochure (to raise awareness)

3. Submit the following for badge application

a. Sample of Worksheets done by students (provided by programme organizer) if any

b. Namelist of students (attendance & results of student’s reflections graded)

c. Softcopy of student’s projects

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines HERITAGE BADGE (NHB/109)

To complete Heritage Badge activities organised at school level within a period of 3 months.

1. Lesson on Heritage to be conducted by officer / teacher-in-charge. Lesson includes learning journey to heritage site.

2. Proficiency Test (set by NHB & CPB

Committee) to be administered by teacher-in-charge.

3. Complete project specified by National

Heritage Board and submit for assessment. Teachers to mark the project.

4. Complete submission form for badge

processing.

NURSING CARE (NUR/110)

To complete at least 5 days of hospital duty rendered at hospitals or nursing homes under Home Nursing Foundation (HNF).

1. To complete 5 days of hospital attachment organised by NHQ.

2. Submit the hospital attachment booklet (completed by student and signed by TIC/OIC) to NHQ after the duty.

3. Badge to be awarded by NHQ.

TOTAL DEFENCE (TDF/111)

Attend and successfully complete all 3 Total Defence Badge Modules (Gold, Silver & Bronze). Sec 1 – Total Defence Bronze Sec 2 – Total Defence Silver Sec 3 – Total Defence Gold

Notes on Total Defence Gold 1. Recommend time to complete Total Defence

Gold by March (Sec 3 / Year 3)

2. If Community Service is chosen for Part 3, recommended timeframe for community service begins from Sec 2 (Sec 1 is still accepted but of lower priority)

3. Community Service hours for Part 3 (Total

Defence Gold) is in accordance to Community Care badge (CMC/105)

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines YOUTH HEALTH AMBASSADOR (YAH/112)

To attend and complete the Youth Health Ambassador Badge Programme organised by Health Promotion Board (HPB).

1. Attend a one-day course at HPB / To attend course conducted by teachers / officers who are trained by HPB.

2. Students to complete a project specified by

HPB. Projects are to be submitted directly to HPB. For in-house course, projects are to be marked by trained instructors.

3. Passed list of cadets who complete the course will be provided by HPB to SJAB. Badge to be awarded by NHQ.

WATER AMBASSADOR (WAP/113)

To participate in the Water Ambassador Programme organised by PUB. After the programme, students are to complete any of the following activities as a follow-up of what they have learnt: 1. Singapore World Water Day Activities 2. Service Learning for Community Outreach 3. Be a Water Educator Upon completion of the programme and activities, students to submit reflections based on the activities conducted with pictures for grading by the teachers.

There are two parts to this programme: 1. Attend Water Ambassador Programme, and

booking will be made via St John Portal

2. After the programme, students to perform as water advocates and choose any of the activities • Singapore World Water Day Activities • Service Learning for Community

Outreach • Be a Water Educator

3. After the programme, students to submit

reflection with pictures on what they have conducted for grading by teachers. Teachers can use rubrics to assess the projects done by the students.

4. To collate results and submit CPB-WAP form

as supporting documents during badge application.

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GROUP 2: OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines ADVENTURE TRAINING COURSE (ADT/201)

Attend and successfully complete the 5 day residential Adventure Training Course.

1. To attend Outward Bound course (Challenger and above) for minimum 5 days. The OBS Integrated Programme, A Leader’s Journey is also accepted as it covers programme beyond the Challenger stage.

2. After the course, submit the certificate as

supporting document for badge application.

ARCHERY (ARC/202)

Successfully completed Basic Archery Course with at least 8 hours of training.

1. To attend Basic Archery Course organised (recognized by SSC or Archery Association of Singapore)


supporting document for badge application

CAMPING AND CAMPRAFT (CCC/203)

As per badge guidelines 1. Students to attend lesson conducted by Outdoor Education Instructors appointed by CPB Committee.

2. To conduct lessons based on badge criteria. To include the following as key areas:

a. Tent Pitching & Dismantling b. Tying of different types of knots c. Conditions to locate a campsite d. Safety measures in the campsite

3. At the end of the lesson/course, practical

assessment is to be administered. Practical sessions can also be conducted during camp or a separate session

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines 4. To submit for badge application, submit and 3

photographs of students attending lesson and practice session/test.

CYCLING (CYC/204)

To attend at least 8 hours of cycling course.

1. To attend cycling course organised, with at least 8 hours covering the criteria mentioned in CPB handbook.

2. At the end of the course, submit certificates of

completion as supporting document for badge application.

EXPEDITION (EPD/205)

To spend at least 2 days 1 night outdoors outside base camp, and must be carried out in groups of not less than four, on foot or bicycle. Pre-requisite of the badge includes CCC/203, HIK/209, MPR/211 before embarking on this activity.

1. To conduct expedition activity on foot/bicycle covering at least 2D1N outside base campsite.

2. Activities during expedition should be spelt

out clearly to participants

3. At the end of the activity, submit the following as supporting document: a. Detailed programme and activities during

the expedition. b. Route covered during the expedition c. Student’s reflections (optional)

GAMES (GAM/206)

To participate in any Olympic sports games programme, covering the rules, playing the game, duties of referee/umpire and scoring system.

1. The chosen game/sport must be an Olympic sport.

2. The duration of the course should be

sufficient to cover what is required in the lesson and assessment.

3. Assessment is based on simple theory and

practical (through match game).

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines 4. Submit the following for badge application

a. Lesson Outline & Duration b. Results / Comments on assessment

throughout the lesson. HIKING (HIK/207)

As per badge criteria 1. Activity is to be conducted by Outdoor Education Instructors appointed by CPB Committee.

2. Pre-Activity briefing must be conducted

before the start of the hiking activity. 3. At the end of the hiking activity, submit the

following for badge application: a. Route covered during the hiking b. Activities conducted during the hike

(provide programme) c. Risk Assessment Form (RAMS) prepared

prior to the start of the activity.

KAYAKING (KYK/208)

Attend and successfully complete minimum Novice or One Star Canoeing or Kayaking Course.

1. To attend the One-Star or Novice Kayaking or Canoeing course

2. Submit certificates of completion for badge

processing.

LIFE SAVING (LIS/209)

Attain the Life Saving Awards 1, 2, and 3 of the Singapore Life Saving Society (a member of the Royal Life Saving Society).

1. To complete all levels (1, 2 and 3) of the Life Saving course

2. At the end of the course, submit all 3

certificates for badge application.

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines

MAP READING (MPR/210)

As per badge criteria 1. Lesson and activity is to be conducted by Outdoor Education Instructors appointed by CPB Committee.

2. Lesson should cover theory aspects of map reading.

3. Conduct simple theory test on the basic map

reading skills.

4. Organise activity (integrate with Hiking badge activity) for practical assessment on map reading and identifying locations/check points.

5. At the end of the hiking activity, submit the

following for badge application: a. Route covered during the hiking b. Activities conducted during the hike

PHYSICAL FITNESS (PFT/211)

To obtain at least Silver Standard in the National Physical Fitness Assessment (NAPFA) for any two years between Primary 6 and Secondary 4.

1. Submit any two years of NAPFA certificates or results slips showing the results of NAPFA test (Silver Standard or above) as supporting documents for badge application.

SHOOTING (SHT/212)

To attend and complete at least 8 hours of Basic / Beginners course on Air Rifle / Air Pistol.

1. To attend Basic / Beginner Shooting Course with at least 8 hours of training


supporting document for badge application

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines

SWIMMING (SWM/213)

Attained a certificate at Silver level and above to qualify.

1. To attend the Swimsafer Programme (organised by Singapore Swimming Association)

2. Level must be Silver or above.

3. Submit the photocopy of the certificate as supporting for badge application.

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GROUP 3: CRAFTS AND HOBBIES

Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines ARTIST (ART/301)

As per badge criteria Application using Results Slips 1. Qualifying Level – Sec 2 (Overall Results) or

Sec 3 (Overall) for those offering as O or N level subject.

2. Results must be 60 marks or equivalent (regardless of the stream).

3. To apply for the badge, photocopy the results

slips (showing the Overall Mark & Grade). Application as a Skill / Craft 1. Submission of Art Porfolio describing the

various media of art. 2. Practical Assessment to be administered by

certified Art teacher in the school or any institution, covering all aspects specified.

3. Comments and results of each assessment

component to be submitted.

BASIC CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS/302)

To attend and pass the Basic Cardiac Life Support Course (BCLS) conducted by SJAB.

1. Attend course and pass assessment organised by Life Support Committee, Brigade HQ.

2. Passed List of cadets who completed the

course will be sent for badge processing.

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines CPR + AED (AED/303)

To attend and pass the CPR+AED Course conducted by SJAB.

1. Attend course and pass assessment organised by Life Support Committee, Brigade HQ.

2. Passed List of cadets who completed the

course will be sent for badge processing.

COLLECTING (COL/304)

As per badge criteria

1. Applicant is required to attend an interview conducted by officers appointed by CPB Committee.

2. After the interview, submit the rubrics

assessment results as document for badge application.

ELECTRICAL REPAIRS (ELR/305)

To pass the theory & practical test covering the aspects for Electrical Repairs.

1. Conduct lessons (theory & practical) covering minimum 80% of the criteria stated in the handbook.

2. Administer theory test.

3. Administer practical test

4. Submit the following for badge application:

a. Course Outline (with duration) b. Results (theory & practical)

HEART SAVER (HSR/306)

To pass Basic First Aid Examination (Sec 1s), inclusive of assessment on CPR & Choking Management.

1. Submit Basic First Aid Examination Form as supporting document

2. Examination Form (from Association) should

state clearly that candidate has passed the theory paper (BFA syllabus) and practical assessment on CPR & Choking Management

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines HOMECRAFT (HCF/307)


Application using Results Slips 1. Qualifying Level – Sec 2 (Overall Results) or

Sec 1 (Overall) for those offering as the subject as part of Integrated Programme.



slips (showing the Overall Mark & Grade).

LEADERSHIP (LDR/308)

To attend lesson on leadership qualities, including lessons on Method of Instruction.

For lessons and activities conducted at NCO Course level, the guidelines are as follows: 1. Lesson conducted at NCO course level or

activities organised, covering topic on Leadership Qualities and Method of Instruction.

2. Submit results of cadets who passed the test

for badge submission.

LIBRARIAN (LIB/309)


1. To register as a volunteer librarian at any of the National Library branches

2. To perform at least 12 hours over a period of

at least 3 months.

3. Complete a self-reflection on the practical work


a. Certification from the library on the practical work

b. Student’s reflection

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines MARTIAL ARTS (MAT/310)

To pass at least 1st grade level equivalent of the particular marital arts and to produce necessary documentary proof.

Submit the documentary proof of the martial art learnt and the level attained for badge application.

MUSICIAN (MSC/311)

Attain a pass in both theory and practical examination for the instrument of choice (certified by ABRSM, Grade 3 or above)

Submit both theory and practical certificates for badge application (certified by ABRSM) For Asian instruments, submit certificate of the instrument learnt, and the level attained (equivalent to Grade 3 or above by ABRSM)

PHOTOGRAPHY (PHO/312)


Application after a course 1. To attend a Basic Photography course

(covering at least 80% of the badge criteria) 2. To ensure that there is practical involvement

on photography as part of assessing student’s ability to take quality pictures

3. At the end of the course, submit certificates of

completion as supporting document for badge application.

Application as a Skill / Hobby 1. Submit a digital portfolio, describing the

various pictures taken (min. 6 months). 2. Submit reflection on the personal experience

learning photography as a hobby. Reflections must include: a. Parts of the camera b. The different skills and description on the

types of photographs taken. c. Personal reflection throughout the

learning process.

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GROUP 4: GENERAL

Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines ACCIDENT PREVENTION (ACP/401)

To be able to identify the causes of accidents at home, school, on the roads. To identify water safety rules and how to act during an emergency To be aware of safety rules on the roads. To be able to come up with a simple safety checklist on any of the following purpose: a. For use at home b. For any lesson(s) conducted in school (ie.

Science lab, D&T workshop) c. For any activity conducted during CCA

training / outdoor training

1. To conduct lesson on Accident Prevention covering the aspects specified in the criteria.

2. To administer theory test on the lessons

covered 3. To conduct task-based assignment for

students (work in groups of up to 3) on a simple safety checklist for students.

4. To submit the following for badge application:

a. Results of theory test b. Safety Checklist created by students and

comments on each project marked.

ADMINISTRATION SKILLS (ADM/402)

As per badge criteria 1. Theory lessons covering the topics stated in the badge criteria (Note: Brigade Forms are no longer needed as stated).

2. To conduct Project-Based Assessment

(group work of up to 5 students) on either of the following: a. Task-based focusing on completing each

task taught/learnt during the lesson b. Project-based, through different scenarios

that cover the topics learnt/taught. c. Theory and practical assessment (for

lower-ability students with scaffolding) 3. Submit the following for badge application:

a. List of tasks to be completed. b. Softcopy of student’s works.

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines COMMUNITY SONG (CMS/403)

To be able to sing at least 30 songs from the list of songs specified.

1. Conduct sing-a-long session on the 30 songs in the list given (suggest to conduct over a period of time, min. 3 months)

2. Conduct assessment based on the songs

taught/learnt - Suggestion to conduct assessment as

formative assessment (meaning to assess after teaching a few songs)

3. At the end of all lessons & assessment,

submit the following for badge application: a. Lists of songs with schedule of each

lesson conducted b. Results of the assessment.

COOKERY AND NUTRITION (CKN/404)

As per badge criteria Application using Results Slips 1. Qualifying Level – Sec 3 (Overall Results) of

the subject that the student is pursuing as an elective subject for GCE O or N levels.



slips (showing the Overall Mark & Grade). Application after a course 1. To attend lessons (covering at least 80% of

the badge criteria) conducted by Home Economics / Food & Nutrition teacher in the school.

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines 2. To conduct practical assessment covering all

aspects stated in the badge criteria. Some parts can be administered through Q&A while others through practical demonstration.


a. Questions for the practical assessment conducted after the lessons

b. Results of the assessment

DRILL KNOWLEDGE (DRI/405)

To pass the assessment based on the following: 1. All static drill movements 2. Marching drill movements 3. Advanced drill movements

1. Drill lessons are conducted over a period of time from Sec 1.

2. Pre-Requisite level for assessment: Sec 2 (in

September)

3. Submit Summary results indicating the scores for badge application.

HANDYMAN (HDM/406)

As per badge criteria Application using Results Slips 1. Qualifying Level – Sec 2 or Sec 3 (Overall

Results) or Sec 1 (Overall) for those offering as the subject as part of Integrated Programme.



slips (showing the Overall Mark & Grade).

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (ITB/407)

To be able to make use of ICT skills learnt to create any two products at the Corps level

1. To conduct Project-Based assessment based on the criteria stated.

2. Submit the following for badge application a. Questions/Tasks assigned to the students

for the project b. Results of Project-Based Assessment c. Projects done by students (on softcopy)

INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP (INF/408)

1. Have a regular pen pal in the country of their choice and have corresponded with him or her for at least six months and have written at least six letters / emails.

2. Correspondence with the pen-friend must be

a member from the St John Ambulance Brigade overseas.

1. Prior to the application, the cadet can self-initiate a pen friend on his/her own or through the help of the teacher / officer.

2. To start correspondence (via letter or email)

that covers the following a. Personal exchange of information (that

can be shown at interview) b. Outline of the history and development of

the country. c. Brief outline of the St John Ambulance

Brigade of the country d. Description of the corps/division,

introducing the history, programmes and achievements

3. To prepare the following for interview (by Zone CPB officer) a. Printed copies of the correspondence

letter/email between the applicant and the pen friend.

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines KNOWLEDGE OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN (KSJ/409)

To pass the Knowledge of the Order of St. John Online Assessment.

1. To conduct lessons on the Knowledge of the Order of St John.

2. Register through HQ for the online

assessment.

3. Results of students who passed the test will be awarded the badge at HQ level.

LANGUAGES (LAN/410)

To be able to speak or write in the chosen foreign language / another Mother Tongue language on the following: 1. Self-introduction 2. Introduction about the school 3. Introduction about the school’s SJAB unit

1. Student must attend language courses conducted within / outside school.

2. A separate assessment is to be administered

by the instructor covering the 3 main aspects in order to qualify for this badge.


a. Results of the Checklist Assessment (provided by HQ)

b. Certificate of the language course attended (if conducted outside school)

PET CARE (PTC/411)

As per badge criteria 1. To organize learning journey to any of these organisations: a. ACRES b. Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) c. SPCA Singapore

2. To conduct Project-Based assessment on

spreading animal care or prevention to animal abuse in any form of media.


a. Questions/Tasks assigned to the students b. Results of Project-Based Assessment c. Projects done by students (on softcopy)

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines ST JOHN WORLDWIDE (SJW/412)

To conduct a research and presentation on the Order of St John of a chosen country, covering the following: 1. The structure of St. John in the country 2. The uniforms worn by the cadets 3. The programmes and awards for the cadets

1. To conduct a lesson, introducing St John programmes around the world.

2. To conduct project-based assessment on a

research on the Order of St John of a chosen country.

3. To organize presentation for cadets to

showcase their work on their research. Assessment is based on their work done.


a. Results of Project-Based Assessment b. Softcopy of the project done by students.

KINDNESS BADGE (KBG/413)

To complete all three levels (Gold, Silver & Bronze) of the badge activities.

Bronze Level To complete the following activities in order to attain the Bronze badge: 1. Visit Singapore Kindness Movement’s

Kindness Gallery and complete a short quiz. 2. To find at least 3 newspaper articles related

to kindness or acts of kindness. 3. To share and present at least 1 article on

what they have learned from the articles to the SKM staff during their visit to Kindness Gallery. The article is to be prepared before the visit.

Silver Level To work as a team (or individually) to organise a kindness campaign within the school community. The kindness campaign is to last for a month, and can include any of the following activities:

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Badge Name Brief Description of Badge Criteria Activity and Assessment Guidelines • Publishing a newsletter on personal stories

on performing kind deeds, and their views on how they can make the school a kinder environment.

• Assembly performance or talks to the school community on the act of kindness within the school

At the end of the campaign, the students will submit an individual reflection of their involvements in the campaign, together with photographs of their involvements during the campaign. Gold Level • To carry out a plan on how to transmit the act

of kindness outside school community. • The plan will show how students will play their

part as Kindness Ambassadors in reaching out and creating a lasting impact towards just anyone.

• The activities carried out should fulfill a total of at least 3 hours and all sharing sessions will have to be recorded in the form of a video of not more than 3 minutes or a photo presentation of the acts of kind deed.

• At the end of the activity, students are to submit reflections which will be reviewed by SKM who will decide on the award of this badge.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS We wish to acknowledge the following officers for their contributions towards the development of the CPBS Guidelines: Members of the CPB Committee Mr Chua Wee Kwang CStJ Asst. Chief Commissioner Mr Chia Keng Hian CStJ, BBM, PB, PBS Asst. Chief Commissioner Miss Michelle Tan Miss Nur Hizan Mr Lee Choon Keong CMSJ

Mr Lai Wee Beng Mr Liu Yongsheng Ms Joey Lee Mr Lee Chee Sing SBStJ

Miss Elena Quek CMSJ

Mr Amos Kuek Mr Robert Ho Mr Tan Eng Hee CMSJ

Miss Jane Li CMSJ

Miss Tan Ying Suan Mr Elyas Chua-Aziz Mr Jonathan Ng Mr Chin Lip Nyen CMSJ

Miss Denise Ng Mr Colin Ting SBStJ

Mr Wayne Tan CMSJ

Mr Ching Shi Jie Mr Lester Oh

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