MERVUE UNIT

 

MERVUE CADET CORPS

 

WHO ARE THE ORDER OF MALTA CADETS?

The Cadet Unit caters for both boys and girls between the ages of 10 - 16.

 

Mervue Cadet Unit

 

WHAT DO THEY DO?

Cadets are trained in basic life saving skills, first aid, artificial respiration, home nursing and rescue skills.  They also assist the senior unit in their first aid and community care duties.   Although emphasis is placed on first aid training, the Order of Malta Cadet Corps provides opportunities for cadets to have fun,  to try new outdoor activities, discos, various sports, crafts and hobbies, competitions and social activities. 

 

 

 

  
Croagh Patrick

 

Outdoor Activities include   rounders,

 soccer, and hill walking on Croagh Patrick.

 

 

Cadets attend discos at Christmas time,

 and at Regional and 

All Ireland Competitions.

 

 Christmas Disco

 

 

 

The Mervue Cadet Corps is one of the most successful units in the country when it comes to competitions.  They have successfully represented Mervue in various competitions at Regional and All-Ireland levels and on some occasions have represented Ireland in international events.

 
     
Alll Ireland Winners 05 - Cadet of the Year and Senior Individual   Junior Team All Ireland Winners 2005

 

                            

Casualty simulation is a craft which we try to get every cadet trained up in.  It involves the application of make-up to simulate wounds and fractures.

A Proficiency Scheme was established a few years ago, which allows cadets to get a certificate for any hobby or pastime.  Once a cadet obtains ten proficiency certificates, the Director of the Ambulance Corps will present them with the "Director's Badge" which is the highest award a cadet can achieve.

 
 

Mervue Cadets meet every Saturday night at 6.00 pm in Mervue and meetings last for one hour.  They also have further meetings where they practice and train for competitions, casualty simulation and home nursing.  Fur further information, feel free to Contact Us.