1.Good Grooming and Ettiquette is neccessarry as the First face of the Country or Continent.the Poise,Hair,Nails and skin must be well kept . one must observe good eating and Drinking habits at all the times be it at a Cocktail reception or simple picnic party.
2.Good Oratory skills and Eloquence are ideal.Once Invested,the CCA will interact with various people at different levels.The ability to articulte ideas verbally to any audience is a skill that can be learned .As the First face it is inevitable that you muster this skill beacuse you shall interact with the media.
3.Courtesy and politeness must be upheld at all times by the Queens when handling anybody irrespective of their Race,Gender or Religion.
4.Integrity must be upheld at all times.
5.Be a good Listener
6.Ability to network and be social.
7.Be able to adapt easily and not to buckle under pressure.
8.Cultural awareness of the different cultures within your country and the Commonwealth.

The rest if Fun as each CCA has a different Fullfilling expererience,everyday as a CCA brings new joys and Challenges,however the rest of the CCA's are there to catch you when you fall.Goodluck on your new Voyage if Successful!