The above might be true for the current CX cadet scheme, but I've got this feeling that the management might want to shift their cadet scheme closer to the SQ or CI model (look at the new HKID requirements that was announced by NR a few weeks back)
This scheme is now open to "anybody who holds a valid HKID.."
My filipina domestic helper has just submitted her online application..and if she doesn't make it in..plans to sue for GENDER discrimination under new laws heading this way...