Rafac Cadet Training Trac

RAFAC Cadet Training Tracker is a browser extension designed specifically for Royal Air Force Air Cadets (RAFAC) staff to efficiently monitor and track cadet training progress through the official RAFAC Volunteer Portal.

Note: WHT statuses are not currently accessible if you do not hold a shooting qualification.

🎯 Key Features:

📊 Comprehensive Training Tracking
• Leadership qualifications (ILM, DofE, ATC Leadership courses)
• Cyber training with progressive levels (Blue, Bronze, Silver, Gold)
• Radio communications training (Blue, Bronze, Silver, Gold)
• Space and Aerospace training programs
• First Aid certifications with automatic expiry tracking
• Shooting qualifications (Air Rifle, L98A2, L81, Shotgun)
• Classification Training (First Class, Leading, Senior, Master)

⚡ Real-time Dashboard
• Full-screen interactive dashboard with comprehensive cadet overview
• Color-coded progress indicators for instant status recognition
• Unit filtering to focus on specific squadrons or flights
• Statistics panel showing totals and progress summaries
• Hover tooltips with detailed qualification information

🔧 Advanced Functionality
• Automated data retrieval from RAFAC Volunteer Portal API
• Intelligent caching system to minimise server load and improve performance
• Keyboard shortcuts for efficient navigation (Ctrl+R refresh, Ctrl+A select all)
• Secure integration with existing portal authentication
• Progress visualisation with professional badge system

🛡️ Security & Privacy
• Works exclusively within the official RAFAC Volunteer Portal domain
• No external data transmission - all information stays within RAFAC systems
• Uses existing portal session authentication
• Temporary local caching only - no permanent data storage
• Minimal permissions focused solely on portal integration

📋 Requirements:
• Must be logged into RAFAC Volunteer Portal (volunteers.bader.mod.uk)
• Requires appropriate permissions to access cadet data in the portal
• Designed for official RAFAC staff use only

🚀 How It Works:
1. Log into the RAFAC Volunteer Portal as usual
2. Click the extension icon or use the integrated "Training Tracker" button
3. Select units to load (prevents database overload)
4. View comprehensive training progress in the full-screen dashboard
5. Filter by unit, hover for details, and track qualification achievements

This extension enhances the existing RAFAC portal functionality without replacing it, providing staff with a powerful tool for monitoring cadet development and ensuring training requirements are met efficiently.

Perfect for:
• Squadron Training Officers tracking cadet progress
• Flight Commanders monitoring qualification achievements
• Unit staff planning training programs
• Regional staff overseeing multiple units

Transform your cadet training oversight with professional-grade tracking tools designed specifically for RAFAC operations.