Unlike many other youth development organisations, the Australian Defence Force Cadets provides some compensation to its officers and instructors by paying a taxable Cadet Force Allowance, which is based on the equivalent Australian Defence Force Reserve salary rate.

Remuneration is based on the conduct of approved activities, noting that not every activity that cadet units or squadrons wish to conduct can attract remuneration.

Cadet staff are also eligible, in some specified instances, for travelling, meal and/or vehicle allowances.

Each cadet organisation manages the Cadet Force Allowance differently to meet the requirements specified by the respective Service Chief.

You will achieve a rank according to your experience and level of training. 

You will have the opportunity to be promoted through the ranks after successfully completing the training course for that rank, depending on the cadet organisation you join.