The current operational environment is characterized by great instability, complexity, uncertainty, and unprecedented threats. There is a fairly large consensus in the literature on the importance of critical thinking for officers (Ayers, 2016 Emilio, 2000 Fischer et al., 2009b Paparone, 2014). Framed by clear guidelines and guided by professional purpose, critical thinking can be a very effective tool in the military decision-making process. Teaching critical thinking should not only aim at developing the mastery of this intellectual competence, but it must also lead officer-cadets to learn its use within the framework of their future duties and responsibilities as officers. This article reflects on the teaching of critical thinking to officer-cadets at military academies by showing that it should be done from the perspective of its professional use. Teaching Professional Use of Critical Thinking to Officer-Cadets Reflection on the Intellectual Training of Young Officers at Military Academies Danic Parenteau Royal Military College Saint-Jean
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