Hellenic Naval Academy

Military university in Attica, Greece

Hellenic Naval Cadets Academy

Σχολή Ναυτικών Δοκίμων

Coat of Arms of the Hellenic Naval Academy

Motto| Αεί τη Ελλάδι θαλασσοκράτορας παιδεύει ναυμάχους

Motto in English

| Nationwide we educate commanders of the high-seas
Type| Service academy
Established| 1845 (1845)

Parent institution

|  Hellenic Navy
Superintendent| Rear Admiral I. Kalogeropoulos HN
Dean| Professor Nikolaos Melanitis
Deputy commander| Captain D. Gounaris HN
Location|

Piraeus, Attica, Greece

Website| www.hna.gr/en/

The Hellenic Naval Cadets Academy (Greek: Σχολή Ναυτικών Δοκίμων, abbr. ΣΝΔ, lit. "School of Naval Cadets") is a military university that is responsible for educating and training competent naval officers for the Hellenic Navy. Founded in 1845, the academy is one of the oldest educational institutions in Greece.

The academy educates Deck and Engineering Naval cadets. It may also educate Supply Officer cadets and Coast Guard Officer cadets. Foreign nationals are also accepted to study as naval cadets at the academy.

## History

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The academy has a long history in naval education. Its presence is closely associated with the foundation and evolution of the Hellenic Navy, covering 150 years of educational work. The Academy was founded in 1845 as a naval training school on board the corvette Loudovikos. For 50 years, it operated unofficially on various combat ships, stabilizing its position and improving its work.

In 1884, with the help of a French naval mission, the Greek State officially reorganized and built new facilities to house its operations. At the time, the academy's quarters were on board the corvette Hellas.

In 1905, it was transferred to Piraeus, where it has remained ever since. The academy's base was transferred to a new and permanent installation beside the Piraeus harbour by the main port's entrance. The new quarters greatly improved the operating conditions, facilitating its operation. New cadets were accepted, and new Navy ships were appointed to help the educational process.

Since then, during its 150 years of operation, the Hellenic Naval Cadets Academy has evolved into one of the most prestigious institutions in Greece. More than 5,000 naval officers have graduated and led the Hellenic Navy, while many others have distinguished themselves in science, technology, and politics. The academy's organization and structure have made great reforms, always according to the needs of the Hellenic Navy.

## Structure

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Hellenic Navy

Organization

* Navy General Staff (Chief)
* Current fleet
* Salamis Naval Base
* Crete Naval Base
* Aegean Sea Naval Command
* Ionian Sea Naval Command
* Northern Greece Naval Command
* Navy Aviation Command
* Naval Academy

History

* History of the Navy
* Historic ships
* Battles
* Admirals

Standing Deployments

* NATO SNMG2
* NATO SNMCMG2
* Operation Active Endeavour
* Operation UNIFIL
* EU NAVFOR Atalanta

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The Academy's organization is divided into two main branches. The first branch deals with education and training and includes four Directorates: The Naval Cadet Administration, the Nautical and Military training, the Athletics and the Academic Studies directorate. The second branch is responsible for base support and everything that needs to be done for the academy to function properly.

An officer of the higher naval ranks commands the academy. Issues involving academic studies are examined by the Superior Educational Council, a body formed of academy professors and naval officers under the chairmanship of the Academy Superintendent.

## Admissions

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The screening procedure for selecting new cadets is based on the established system of national examinations undertaken by all university candidates in Greece. The Hellenic Naval Academy runs additional health, intelligence and athletic tests on its candidates. About 400 cadets study at the Academy each year. All lessons are taught in Greek, and basic training lasts 4 years.

Greek nationals are admitted to the Hellenic Naval Academy following successful participation in the preliminary examination, that includes gymnastics, physical and psychological tests and the annual national examinations operated by the Ministry of Education. The number of admissions is decided by the Ministry of Defence, which issues an annual call for applications always according to the Navy's needs.

Foreign nationals are selected primarily by their governments, following bilateral agreements with the Greek state. Candidates must provide confirmation, issued by their government, that they have been selected for the particular military academy and must hold a birth certificate, a health certificate, and a certificate of education equivalent to the Greek Secondary Education Certificate required for admission to any Highest Educational Institution (University) in Greece.

Upon arrival, the foreign students attend one-year preparatory courses. The beginner-level teaching is conducted in Arabic, English and French. Students take Greek language courses, mathematics, physics and chemistry fundamental courses during that year and undergo military training. After the preparatory year, the foreign cadets join the full academic and military 4-year course, following the same program and obligations as their Greek colleagues. The education costs are covered by scholarships, including accommodation, tuition, training and clothing expenses, but not travel costs to and from Greece.

## Education

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Sloop A233 of the Hellenic Naval Academy sails with a crew of naval cadet officers.

The Hellenic Naval Cadets Academy offers a 4-year course. The education aims to provide graduates (both deck officers and engineers) with adequate skills and knowledge to perform their duties as Navy Officers and keep up with evolving developments in naval science, strategy, and technology of naval warfare.

The day at the academy begins at 6.00 am. For five days every week the cadets attend an intense training program (academic, athletic, and marine). The afternoon is available for the rest of the academy activities, as well as various cultural, athletic and social events. The academic year is divided into two semesters.

During the winter term, cadets attend academic, professional military and naval training courses (off-board). In addition, they receive practical courses by participating in short training voyages on various naval ships. During the Summer term, cadets of the first three classes embark on a two-month training cruise, until recently on board the training ship HN Aris and for the past few years, usually on board a Frigate and a General Support Ship. The trip includes approaching the ports of various countries. Conditions for cadets to familiarize themselves with the profession and duties of an officer are provided through instructions on professional matters, onboard training and application of the theory taught, and drills carried out during the cruise.

## Graduation

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Cadets graduate from the academy provided they have concluded all years and courses (academic and practical) successfully. Upon graduation, all naval officers are commissioned to combat units of the Hellenic Navy fleet. During the graduation ceremony, the flag of the Hellenic Naval Academy, following tradition, is handed over by new Navy Officers to the 3rd year cadets.

At the beginning of their careers, officers serve on battleships and attend certain specialized schools. These schools aim to enhance their expertise and familiarize them with battleship operations and functions during peace and war.

More specifically, officers are trained along the following lines:

Immediately after they graduate, officers attend a four to six-month school where they receive additional theoretical and practical training and learn about the system and equipment of their appointed battleships and their duties as officers on those ships. During the first stages of their career, officers may also choose to serve in submarines, helicopters, marine patrol aircraft and underwater demolition (Special Forces) after being trained in their respective training schools.

Furthermore, when promoted to Lieutenant Junior Grade, they undergo a nine to eleven months training stage. There, they follow training held by various specialization departments of the Navy. According to the department they choose (or are appointed according to Navy needs), they take a degree of specialization in one of the following subjects: gunnery, navigation, communications, or electronic engineering.

Lieutenant officers attend the Navy Staff Officers School and the Naval War School for 3 to 4 months each school, where they obtain a Staff Officer degree. An officer may then serve as a staff officer in various departments of the Hellenic Navy.

Finally, officers ranked Lieutenant Junior Grade and Lieutenant may be educated abroad (in Europe or the United States) in schools such as NPS, MIT, the University of Michigan, etc., thus becoming further specialized in fields such as electronics, weapon systems, computers, operation research, marine architecture etc.

## External links

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* Academy Homepage

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Hellenic Armed Forces

Governing bodies|

* Ministry of National Defence
* Hellenic National Defence General Staff
* KYSEA
* National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister
* Council of General Staff Chiefs
* Council of Defence
* Supreme Military Councils
* Supreme Army Council
* Supreme Naval Council
* Supreme Air Force Council

Branches|

* Hellenic Navy
* Chief
* General Staff
* Hellenic Army
* Chief
* General Staff
* Hellenic Air Force
* Chief
* General Staff

Equipment|

* Hellenic Navy
* Current
* Historical
* Hellenic Army
* Current
* Historical
* Hellenic Air Force
* Current
* Historical

Academies
and schools|

| Officer academies|

* Hellenic Military Academy
* Hellenic Air Force Academy
* Hellenic Naval Academy
* Hellenic Corps Officers Military Academy
* Nursing Officer School

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NCO academies|

* Hellenic Army Non-Commissioned Officers Academy
* Hellenic Navy Petty Οfficers Academy
* Hellenic Air Force Administrative Non-Commissioned Officers Academy
* Hellenic Air Force Radio Navigators Academy
* Hellenic Air Force Technical Non-Commissioned Officers Academy

Staff academies|

* Hellenic National Defence College (HNDC)
* Hellenic Supreme Joint War College (HSJWC)
* Hellenic Army War College (HAWC)
* Hellenic Naval War College (HNWC)
* Hellenic Air Force War College (HAFWC)

Related|

* Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Athens)
* National Guard
* Defence Battalions
* Military Police
* Special Forces
* NATO
* Balkan Battlegroup
* SEEBRIG
* ELDYK
* Presidential Guard

Other|

* Bases
* Army uniforms
* Ranks
* Military awards and decorations
* Military history
* Conscription
* Defence industry
* MOMA
* Football team

Greece portal

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NATO military academies

Joint|

* Armed Forces Academy
* Royal Military Academy
* Georgi Rakovski Military Academy
* Vasil Levski National Military University
* Royal Military College of Canada
* Royal Danish Defence College
* Royal Military College Saint-Jean
* Dr. Franjo Tuđman Military Academy
* University of Defence
* Estonian Military Academy
* National Defence University
* National University of Public Service
* General Jonas Žemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania
* Koninklijke Militaire Academie
* Central Defence Academy
* Military Academy Karlberg
* Joint Services Command and Staff College

Land
forces|

* Army Academy
* Royal Danish Military Academy
* École spéciale militaire de Saint-Cyr
* École militaire interarmes
* École des officiers de la gendarmerie nationale
* Army Training Schools
* Hellenic Military Academy
* Military Academy of Modena
* Norwegian Military Academy
* General Tadeusz Kościuszko Military University of Land Forces
* Military Academy
* Nicolae Bălcescu Land Forces Academy
* General Military Academy
* Turkish Military Academy
* Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
* United States Military Academy

Maritime
forces|

* Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy
* Royal Danish Naval Academy
* École navale
* Mürwik Naval School
* Hellenic Naval Academy
* Italian Naval Academy
* Royal Dutch Naval College
* Royal Norwegian Naval Academy
* Polish Naval Academy
* Naval School of Portugal
* Mircea cel Bătrân Naval Academy
* Naval Military Academy
* Turkish Naval Academy
* Britannia Royal Naval College
* United States Naval Academy
* United States Coast Guard Academy
* United States Merchant Marine Academy

Air and
space
forces|

* Royal Danish Air Force Academy
* Air Force Academy
* École de l'air et de l'espace
* German Air Force Officer Training School
* Hellenic Air Force Academy
* Accademia Aeronautica
* Royal Norwegian Air Force Academy
* Polish Air Force University
* Portuguese Air Force Academy
* Air Force Academy 'Henri Coanda'
* Turkish Air Force Academy
* Royal Air Force College Cranwell
* United States Air Force Academy

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Naval academies

Africa|

* Egypt
* Ghana
* Nigeria
* Somalia
* Somaliland
* South Africa
* Tanzania

North America|

* Canada
* Mexico
* United States

South America|

* Argentina
* Brazil
* Peru
* Uruguay
* Venezuela

Asia|

* Azerbaijan
* Bangladesh
* China
* India
* Indonesia
* Iran
* Israel
* Japan
* Kazakhstan
* Lebanon
* North Korea
* Oman
* Pakistan
* Philippine
* Saudi Arabia
* Singapore
* South Korea
* Sri Lanka
* Taiwan
* Thailand
* Turkey
* Turkmenistan
* Vietnam

Europe|

* Bulgaria
* Denmark
* France
* Germany
* Greece
* Ireland
* Italy
* Netherlands
* Norway
* Poland
* Portugal
* Romania
* Russia
* Spain
* Sweden
* Ukraine
* United Kingdom

Oceania|

* Australia

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Recipients of the Commander's Cross of the Cross of Valour

Individuals|

* Constantine I of Greece
* George II of Greece
* Paul of Greece
* Epameinondas Kavvadias
* Pavlos Kountouriotis
* Alexandros Papagos
* Anastasios Papoulas
* Alexandros Sakellariou
* Konstantinos Ventiris
* Petros Voulgaris

Units|

* 1st Infantry Regiment
* 2nd Infantry Regiment (twice)
* 3rd Infantry Regiment (twice)
* 4th Infantry Regiment
* 5th Infantry Regiment
* 6th Infantry Regiment (twice)
* 7th Infantry Regiment
* 8th Infantry Regiment
* 9th Infantry Regiment
* 11th Infantry Regiment
* 12th Infantry Regiment
* 14th Infantry Regiment (twice)
* 16th Infantry Regiment
* 17th Infantry Regiment
* 19th Infantry Regiment
* 20th Infantry Regiment
* 21st Infantry Regiment
* 22nd Infantry Regiment
* 23rd Infantry Regiment
* 25th Infantry Regiment
* 26th Infantry Regiment
* 27th Infantry Regiment
* 28th Infantry Regiment
* 30th Infantry Regiment
* 33rd Infantry Regiment
* 34th Infantry Regiment (twice)
* 35th Infantry Regiment
* 37th Infantry Regiment
* 1/38 Evzone Regiment
* 2/39 Evzone Regiment (twice)
* 3/40 Evzone Regiment
* 41st Infantry Regiment
* 5/42 Evzone Regiment (twice)
* 43rd Infantry Regiment
* 44th Infantry Regiment
* 45th Infantry Regiment
* 46th Infantry Regiment
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Bts of 3rd Mountain Brigade
* Greek Reinforced Battalion in Korea
* Hellenic Air Force Academy
* Hellenic Army Academy
* Hellenic Naval Academy
* Sacred Band

Recipients are in alphabetical, not chronological, order

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