| The NCER is organized into units for training and operations. Our State Headquarters is responsible for all units within the counties of North Carolina. These counties are divided into two Brigades, the 1st Brigade (Eastern) and the 2nd Brigade (Western). These two Brigades are divided into Regiments which are further divided into smaller sections or Battalions. These Battalions are broken down into Companies and Platoons which serve the local communities. |
| Rank Structure: |
| In carrying out missions, the volunteers of the NCER, both the junior ranks and officers, must work as a single unit to execute complex tasks under challenging conditions. Rank establishes a chain of command. Everyone in the NCER is responsible for following the directions, guidance, and example of those who are above them in rank. Even though everyone is responsible for building teams and strong bonds within the framework of the NCER, to insure success while training and during missions, a hierarchy of ranks must be followed. |
| All of our members are required to attend a weekend Basic Orientation Course. During Orientation Training, members practice Drill & Ceremony, and are taught the importance of structure, rank, and proper presentation of our uniform. |
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