Cadet Commander The Cadet Commander is the highest ranking cadet in our St. Michael Academy. The Cadet Commander must have successfully completed all Modules 1-14, all Practicums 1-3, and the Internship. The Candidate must also demonstrate courage, devotion, commitment, administrative skills, and supreme leadership abilities. The rank is given to the most outstanding Senior-year cadet. There can be only one Cadet Commander at any given time; and the post may remain vacant if there are no eligible cadets qualified for the post. The Cadet Commander has the duty as a role-model to inspire other cadets, assist his subordinates with their studies as a tutor and mentor, and provide leadership to the cadets of the Corp.