The National Civil Defence Cadet Corps (NCDCC) of Singapore was formed in 2005 and is currently the newest recognised member of the National Uniformed Group. The creation of this Uniformed Group was initiated by the Ministry of Home Affairs in response to the need for the young leaders of tomorrow to have a firm pillar and grounding in Singapore's firm belief of Total Defence. Together with the National Police Cadet Corps, both corps have their Headquarters located at the Home Team Academy. History NCDCC was introduced in 12 secondary schools starting from January 2005. For the pilot phase, 38 cadets completed the very first NCO Course while 22 teachers were commissioned as the pioneer batch of NCDCC officers after their completion of the first Officer Basic Course. On 23 December 2005, 22 cadets attended the conversion course and became the pioneer batch of Cadet Lieutenants or CLTs for short. Civil Defence is one of the current six pillars of Total Defence; it refers to the protection of the Singapore people by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF). NCDCC is a component of the Home Team Cadet Corps Initiative. Mission and Vision Mission "To develop and empower our youths to be active and concerned citizens advocating life-saving skills." Vision "A Choice Uniformed Group Of Community First Responders." Pledge "We, members of the National Civil Defence Cadet Corps, pledge to serve our community. We take pride in our training and uniform. We are disciplined and responsible for our actions. We are loyal to the Nation." NCDCC Specialisation Model Launched on 8 April 2017 during the 12th NCDCC Day Parade, the NCDCC Specialisation Model aims to provide all Secondary Three NCDCC cadets an option to specialise in either Fire Safety, Medical Response or Urban Search and Rescue Specialisation Courses based on their strengths and interests. These courses are co-developed with and conducted by the respective field specialists, modelling after the key functional areas of the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF). Cadets are exposed to authentic learning experiences through realistic simulation and case studies to enable them to take on the role of Community First Responders, in line with the SGSecure Movement to assist themselves and people around them in times of emergency. Cadets are also trained in skills to be a more effective communicator and leader in their units. NCDCC's Specialisation Model is the top 2 nominations recognised as a Best Practice, under