Regimental Sergeant Major (cadet rank)

Regimental Sergeant Major is the sixth rank earned by cadets. Promotions to Regimental Sergeant Major are granted by the County (or Battalion) Commandant.

Unlike adult RSMs, cadet RSMs are referred to as "Sergeant Major" and not "Sir" or "Ma'am".

There is no set criteria in order for a cadet to be promoted to Company Sergeant Major, however cadets being considered for promotion usually have at least five years' experience and hold a star level of Master Cadet.

Cadet Regimental Sergeant Majors are usually the highest-ranking cadet in an ACF County (or Battalion), unless that county's Commandant has a pointed a cadet as Under Officer. They work closely with the Commandant and represent the cadets in their county at a national level.