Still have outstanding questions about the U.S. Army?

Contact an Army recruiter in your area and get your answers. We have a staff of individuals ready to talk to you. To talk to an Army recruiter, simply select one of the methods of communication below and someone will get you the answers you are looking for.

 http://www.goarmy.com/talk-with-us.html

The Army Offers Various Levels of Athlete Programs

The All Army Sports Program provides an avenue for U.S. Army Soldiers to reach their potential in national and international sporting competition. The Army selects qualified Soldiers for short-term training and competition periods, lasting between four days and three months. The period of competition depends on your sport and your level of skill within your sport.

 http://www.goarmy.com/events/army-athletes/army-sports-programs.html

Army hosts first Armed Forces women's rugby camp

 Sixteen service members - half of whom were Soldiers - reported to the military's first training camp for women's rugby, Aug. 23.

Armed Forces Sports has been working for about a decade to set up a female rugby program, said Steven Dinote, who directs the sports program for the Department of Defense.

"It's been a struggle finding a tournament we can actually participate in," said Dinote, adding that this year when the week-long training camp ends, the women's team will compete in the USA Rugby Elite City Sevens Tournament in Philadelphia over the weekend.

Several women on the team said they have been waiting excitedly for Armed Forces Sports to stand up a program and have been playing in local clubs and tournaments in the meantime to keep their skills.

http://www.army.mil/article/154648/Army_hosts_first_Armed_Forces_women_s_rugby_camp/

Ranger School Graduation Webcast

Ranger School Graduation

Ranger School is the Army’s premier small unit tactics and leadership school. The 62-day course
pushes Ranger students to their mental and physical limits by forcing them to operate on minimal
food and sleep. 77,000 Soldiers have earned the Ranger Tab since the school opened in 1952. In
2014, 4057 students attempted the course; 1609 earned the Ranger Tab. All men and women who
attend Ranger School have met the exact same standards. Graduation events will start at 10:00am ET. from Ft. Benning Georgia.

Scheduled from Aug 21 2015 10:00 AM EDT to Aug 21 2015 1:30 PM EDT

 https://www.dvidshub.net/webcast/6890#.Vdc5VbXw23N

Technical Engineer (12T) Jobs

The technical engineer supervises or participates in construction site development in areas such as technical investigation, surveys, drafts and construction plans/specifications. They conduct land surveys, make maps and prepare detailed plans for construction projects.

Job Duties

• Perform field and laboratory tests on construction materials, surveys and drafts
  
• Draw topographic maps and charts using Computer Aided Drafting systems and software
  
• Conduct geodetic and construction surveys and results utilizing Automated Integrated Survey Instruments and Global Positioning Survey Technology
  
• Draw diagrams for wiring and plumbing of structures
  
• Provide technical support for vertical and horizontal construction projects
  
• Build scale models of land areas that show hills, lakes, roads and buildings
  

http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/construction-engineering/technical-engineer.html

Interior Electrician (12R) Jobs

The  interior electrician is primarily responsible for the installation and maintenance for all of the Army’s interior electrical systems.

Job Duties

• Install transformers, junction boxes, circuit breakers, service panels, switches, electrical boxes and lightning rods
  
• Read blueprints, wire plans and repair orders to determine layouts/repair
  
• Test equipment for the operational conduction of circuits
  
• Inspect power distribution systems, shorts in wires and faulty equipment
  
• Repair and replace faulty wiring and lighting fixtures

http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/construction-engineering/interior-electrician.html

Carpentry and Masonry Specialist (12W) Jobs

Job Duties

• Construct and maintain rigging devices, trusses and other structural assemblies
  
• Assist in building layout, framing, sheathing, fabrication and roofing structures
  
• Perform basic carpentry and masonry skills
  
• Assist in the performance of combat engineer missions
  
• Construct concrete form work for slabs, walls and columns

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/construction-engineering/carpentry-and-masonry-specialist.html

US, Norwegian engineers unite, build relationships

 Under a cloudless sky and cool Estonian breeze, NATO allies from the United States and Norway worked together to improve a demolition range at the Central Training Area, near Tapa, Aug. 18.

"My Soldiers [along with the Norwegians] are building up three walls that will include a window, wall and door breaching site in order to improve the training capabilities of the Estonian base here at Tapa," Capt. Andrew Twardowski, of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, commander of 500th Engineer Company, 15th Engineer Battalion, 18th Military Police Brigade, which is based out of Grafenwoehr, Germany.

http://www.army.mil/article/154146/US__Norwegian_engineers_unite__build_relationships/

Raising children, Army benefits for your kids

Rest assured that nothing matters more to the Army than providing the best possible education and experience for your family. The Army benefits available to you extend to your children as well. In fact, the Army takes a lot of pride in considering the needs of all members of the family, children being no exception. For this reason, all Army Posts are formed and maintained to ensure that the care and growth of the children of Army families continue without the slightest hitch. With the Army’s benefits for children, you may even find that the Army provides a few more services than your civilian community.

 http://www.goarmy.com/soldier-life/army-family-strong/raising-children.html

Family benefits, assistance you deserve

So, for your family, it doesn’t always mean just medical, dental and life insurance. Sure, you will have access to all of these Army family benefits, , but there’s more to it than that. As part of the Army, there is assistance available to help any family member find or get training for a job. There are free legal services through the Office of Staff Judge Advocate. There is money available in times of emergency through the Army Emergency Relief program. There’s even a discounted travel service available to soldiers and their families. Read on and learn just a few of the ways the word “benefit” means so much more in the Army.

 http://www.goarmy.com/soldier-life/army-family-strong/health-care.html

New parent support program helps Army Families navigate trials of parenthood

 Most parents, young or old, new or experienced, recall them with a haze of exhaustion-induced nostalgia: the precious days, weeks and months after they brought home that fragile, squalling, mysterious being known as a newborn.

But in between the snuggles and the tiny fingers and the magic of first smiles, there are countless diaper changes and endless nights, unending crying jags and rivers of body fluids. There's love and helplessness, euphoria and anxiety (and sometimes crushing depression).

For every parent who bonds effortlessly, there's one who struggles. For every infant who settles into an easy routine, there's one who has colic or reflux or something much, much worse. And in those dark, lonely hours of the night, in between frantic Internet searches asking "is this normal?" many mothers and fathers would give anything to have someone to turn to, someone to tell them "Yes, your baby is normal. Your baby is healthy. You can do this."

http://www.army.mil/article/154124/New_parent_support_program_helps_Army_Families_navigate_trials_of_parenthood/

Want more information mailed to you about becoming a Soldier in the U.S. Army?

Fill out the form below (some fields are optional) and you will receive a brochure within one to two weeks. Voluntary information shared with the U.S. Army will not be shared with any other party and will be used for recruiting purposes only.

 https://my.goarmy.com/info/form/GetBrcFormRedirectByUrl.action?url=/info/send1

Deadline for new cyber military occupational specialty applications looms

The Army is looking for Soldiers, who want to sign on as part of the cyber branch.

An Army Military Personnel, or MILPER, message published in June notified Soldiers of the opportunity to reclassify into the 17C military occupational specialty, which is called cyber operations specialist. Soldiers have until Aug. 31 to submit their packet for the first school date. Those who miss it will have to wait until the next course announcement.

"It's on the individual," said Master Sgt. Mike Perry, Cyber Protection Brigade career counselor on Fort Gordon, Georgia. "I always believed that if you want to get something, you'll motivate yourself to get it."

Highly-motivated individuals are precisely what the cyber branch is seeking, he said.

 http://www.army.mil/article/154003/Deadline_for_new_cyber_military_occupational_specialty_applications_looms/

Soldiers win third consecutive Armed Forces Rugby Sevens crown

The All-Army team won its third consecutive crown at the 2015 Armed Forces Rugby Sevens Championship Tournament at Infinity Park, home of the Glendale Raptors, one of the nation's premier rugby clubs, Aug. 14-15.

The Soldiers went 5-0 against teams from the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard in the Armed Forces division of the world-class Serevi RugbyTown Sevens Tournament, which also drew teams from across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Bahamas.

 http://www.army.mil/article/154063/Soldiers_win_third_consecutive_Armed_Forces_Rugby_Sevens_crown/

Take control of your future

The online application is almost the complete enlistment process. You’ll be well prepared to talk to your local recruiter by the time you are finished. Along with the application itself, you can do a job search and see what careers fit your qualifications and interests at the time you are ready to submit.

To get started, you’ll need to create a My GoArmy Account. This account will give you access to the online application, as well as the discussion board and other online applications. If you have a valid email address, you can set up your account in a few minutes.

Once your My Goarmy Account is verified, you’ll be ready start the job search process. You’ll be asked basic information about yourself. At this point, you can choose to do a job search or skip straight to the application itself. The job search tool will pull your ASVAB score if you have already taken the test. If you do not have an ASVAB record, you’ll need your ACT/SAT scores or you can take an ASVAB pre-test within this tool. You can then compare jobs, add to Your Job List and Prioritize Jobs. You are just exploring options, but if you choose, you can transfer this job information into the APPLY ONLINE application.

 http://www.goarmy.com/learn/apply.html

Army Ranks

In the Army, your rank not only indicates your pay grade, but also the amount of responsibility you hold. Corporals, for example, may be responsible for a small team of Soldiers, while a Major General could hold command of anywhere between 10,000-15,000 Soldiers. Learn about the ranks of each Soldier type by clicking on the tabs below.
While the amount of time spent in each rank is based on averages, you can often accelerate the promotion process by taking advantage of additional training and schooling opportunities.

 http://www.goarmy.com/about/ranks-and-insignia/ranks.html

Soldiers must complete school before promotion

Soldiers will no longer be promoted without first having successfully completed related professional military education, or PME, courses, according to recently-signed Army Directive. Soldiers will need to complete their schooling before they are allowed their new stripes.

"By linking structured self-development and the NCO Education System [NCOES] to subsequent promotion, we better prepare NCOs [noncommissioned officers] for the complexities of today's operational environment while reinforcing the benefits of a deliberate, continuous, sequential and progressive professional development strategy," wrote Army Secretary John M. McHugh in Army Directive 2015-31, which was released Aug. 13.

 http://www.army.mil/article/154000/Soldiers_must_complete_school_before_promotion/

The Buddy Team Enlistment Option

Buddy Program allows a recruit and up to five friends to enlist and train in the Army together.
Under this program, a recruit and his or her friends may enlist in the same Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), and attend Basic Combat Training (BCT) and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) at the same time.
This program applies only to new recruits enlisting in the Regular Army. Current incentive guidance will determine enlistment bonus eligibility. All applicants must meet the qualifications for their chosen MOS. Soldiers who enlist under this program will receive their first duty assignment orders while in AIT or One Station Unit Training (OSUT). Contact your recruiter for more information.

 http://www.goarmy.com/benefits/additional-incentives/buddy-team.html

Discover a wide variety of Army science jobs

Ride the wave of the future with a rewarding science career in the U.S. Army. Discover a wide variety of science jobs in such challenging areas as medical, clinical and environmental, which will enable you to learn your specialty using the latest technologies and practices.

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/about-army-stem/science-jobs.html

Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Specialist (74D) Jobs

Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Specialists are primarily responsible for defending the country against the threat of CBRN weapons and Weapons of Mass Destruction.

Job Duties

• Assist in the establishment of CBRN defense measures
  
• Provide training advice and supervision regarding CBRN equipment and operations
  
• Train military and civilian personnel on CBRN response operations
  
• Operate and maintain CBRN detection and decontamination equipment
  
• Serve on Biological Integrated Detection Teams, STRYKER NBC Reconnaissance Platoons, Technical Escort Battalions, Special Forces and Ranger Units

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/intelligence-and-combat-support/chemical-biological-radiological-and-nuclear-specialist.html

Troops sharpen skills during leaders course

U.S. Soldiers discover enemy troops planting improvised explosive devices on the road to a weapons of mass destruction site.

Muzzle flashes pierce the summer air as artillery rounds whistle into the hillside.

When the smoke clears, two enemy troops are down and a third is taken captive. The U.S. troops check the area for explosive devices and assess the situation. As the Soldiers start to get their bearings, gunfire breaks out again.

Soldiers from the 20th Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives, or CBRNE, Command took the fight to mock enemy forces during an exercise and many other challenging training scenarios at the second iteration of the CBRNE Leaders Course at Gunpowder Range, Maryland, Aug. 3-13.

Command Sgt. Maj. Harold E. Dunn IV, the 20th CBRNE Command senior enlisted leader, said the course molds sergeants through 1st lieutenants into tactically- and technically-proficient leaders, who can succeed on the modern battlefield.

 http://www.army.mil/article/153923/Troops_sharpen_skills_during_leaders_course/

Reading, writing and speaking some of the world’s many diverse foreign languages

Some Army jobs depend on speaking fluent English. Others rely on Soldiers with expertise in reading, writing and speaking some of the world’s many diverse foreign languages. Those Soldiers provide high-quality translation, interpretation and language-related support to combat troops and military personnel in a variety of operations.

 http://www.goarmy.com/linguist/about.html

Army science, technology team advances language translation in Africa

A U.S. Army team is testing and helping to develop a language translator to enable Soldiers communicate with their African counterparts.

Improving the ability of American service members to communicate in foreign languages, particularly in French dialects, is becoming critical in Africa, said Maj. Eddie Strimel, the field Assistance in Science and Technology, or FAST, advisor assigned to U.S. Army Africa, or USARAF.

U.S. Soldiers conduct training and exercises regularly in about 20 of Africa's 54 countries, he said.

"We believe Africa is a future frontier for technology in the next 10 to 15 years. French is a priority for us. If we can get these dialects developed with this type of system, it will benefit the Army, Air Force and Marines down the road," he said.


http://www.army.mil/article/153369/Army_science__technology_team_advances_language_translation_in_Africa/

So far 63 percent of Soldiers surveyed like 'Ike' jacket

Preliminary results show that a majority of Soldiers want a chance to wear the Ike jacket for dress and black socks for physical training, but a survey on proposed uniform changes has been extended until Aug. 31.

Last month, 120,000 active-duty, Army National Guard and Army Reserve Soldiers were offered the opportunity to opine, online, regarding new uniform options.

While 10 percent of those who were offered the opportunity to participate logged in and voiced their opinion, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey wants a more "robust response" from Soldiers before making any further recommendations.

"It's a healthy survey sample, but I'd like to be sure it's what most Soldiers want before we move forward," Dailey said. He directed the survey period be extended for an additional two weeks.

Approximately 120,000 Soldiers were initially offered the option to voice their opinion on the uniform survey. A second email was sent Aug. 10 to those same Soldiers offering additional time to participate in the survey if they have not already voted.

 http://www.army.mil/article/153648/So_far_63_percent_of_Soldiers_surveyed_like__Ike__jacket/

Army career explorer discover your future

Are you curious about what jobs may fit your qualifications? Want to find out before you talk to a recruiter? Use the Army Career Explorer to browse hundreds of Army jobs. The information you enter into the Army Career Explorer will remain private until you choose to release it to a recruiter.


http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/help-choosing-a-career-job/army-career-explorer.html

Integrated Family of Test Equipment Operator/Maintainer Jobs (94Y)

The integrated family of test equipment operator/maintainer is primarily responsible for maintaining the base shop test facility, performing electronic maintenance on shop replaceable units, system supported line replaceable units and test program sets.

Job Duties

• Perform electronic maintenance, adjustments and tests
  
• Operate and perform preventive maintenance checks and services on assigned vehicles and power generators
  
• Install supported weapon system test program sets
  
• Replace defective components and perform base shop test facility alignments
  
• Read technical diagrams and manuals in order to locate, isolate and repair instrument parts

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/mechanics/integrated-family-of-test-equipment-operator-maintainer.html

Radio and Communications Security (COMSEC) Repairer (94E)

he radio/communications security repairer performs or supervises field and sustainment level maintenance on radio receivers, transmitters, communication security equipment, controlled cryptographic items and other associated equipment.

Job Duties

• Install and repair circuits and wiring
  
• Calibrate and align equipment components
  
• Use test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment, test program sets and interactive electronic technical manuals to troubleshoot and repair equipment
  
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and services on equipment
  

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for a radio/communications security repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 25 weeks of Advanced Individual training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Mechanical, electronic and electrical principles
  
• Preventive maintenance procedures
  
• Line installation and wiring technique
  
• Communication security policy and procedure

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/computers-and-technology/radio-and-communications-security-repairer.html

Two-for-one device houses right radio at right time

A little innovation can go a long way towards helping U.S. military forces successfully facilitate their missions. Even an apparatus no bigger than a breadbox recently solved a challenge involving two radios and the need to make their transport lighter.

The U.S. Special Operations Command, or SOCOM, required a solution that would allow its forces to mount AN/PRC 117G and Rover 6 radios to a vehicle, yet still conform to strict size and weight limitations. Both radios performed key functions, yet both were not always needed on each mission.
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 http://www.army.mil/article/153235/Two_for_one_device_houses_right_radio_at_right_time/

Army Reserve Enlistment Bonuses

In addition to Basic Pay and Drill Pay, Soldiers have many opportunities to earn additional money in the Army. These one-time Army bonuses are available if you choose a specific Army job, complete special training, take on extra responsibilities or if you have served in the military before.
 Qualified Army Reserve recruits may be eligible for up to $20,000 in bonuses.
 http://www.goarmy.com/benefits/money/bonuses-earning-extra-money.html

Army Reserves: A Great Part-time Job

You may be surprised to learn that the Army Reserve jobs offer part time opportunities in a wide variety of areas. In fact, almost all Army Reserve jobs can be found in the civilian world, giving you a competitive advantage. Discover careers in fields such as law enforcement, medicine, engineering and information technology, which can further your civilian and Army Reserve careers.

 http://www.goarmy.com/reserve/jobs.html

Army Reserve Soldier uses military training to advance civilian career

The 397th Signal Company, Riverside, California, maintained the Joint Network Node and satellite transport terminal to provide secure voice, video and data services to troops at Alameda Point, Military Ocean Terminal Concord, and Camp Parks, California, during the Big Logistics-Over-The-Shore, West exercise.

More than 750 Army Reserve Soldiers, from all over the United States, participated in this seaport and harbor logistics operations exercise from July 25 to Aug. 7.

Spc. Daniel Membreno, a satellite communication systems operator-maintainer, with the 397th Signal Company, specializes in setting up and maintaining the satellite transport terminal and assists other units when they need signal support.

"If any unit has an issue and they come to us, then we help them out," Membreno said. "Whether their phones are not working or they are having network issues, we assist them to make sure they have communications. We make sure they can talk and send data so they can accomplish their mission."

 http://www.army.mil/article/153654/Army_Reserve_Soldier_uses_military_training_to_advance_civilian_career/

Future Civilian Careers

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with federal, state and local law enforcement. Many of the jobs skills you learn will also help you to perform civilian jobs that involve working with animals, and general management positions.


Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experience and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

• LAPD
• New York City Police Dept.
• Louisville Metro Police
• Clearwater PD
• Alabama Department of Corrections
• Las Vegas Metro Police Department
• Kansas Highway Patrol
• City of Chicago
• Baltimore Police Department
• Corpus Christi Police Department

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/legal-and-law-enforcement/military-working-dog-handler.html

Army Military Working Dog Handler (31K) Jobs

Military Working Dog (MWD) handlers are responsible for the care and training of his or her service dog, which contributes to combat operations abroad and installation security at home by providing target odor detection (explosive/drug). Service dogs, generally seen as a non-lethal option for neutralizing a threat, also serve as a psychological deterrent during law enforcement operations. 

Job Duties

• Patrol Drug Detector Dog (PDDD) handler
• Patrol Explosive Detector Dog (PEDD) handler
• Health and Welfare searches
• Law and Order operations
• Installation Force Protection and Law and Order support
• VIP support
• Customs support

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/legal-and-law-enforcement/military-working-dog-handler.html

Working dog competition tests skills, builds camaraderie

Military and police working dog teams went nose to nose while competing in the 2015 Hawaiian Islands Working Dog Skills Challenge, hosted by the 728th Military Police Battalion, 8th Military Police Brigade, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, July 27-31.

Over 25 working dog teams competed and represented the best from the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force and Honolulu Police Department. The week-long competition tested the mental and physical stamina of both the handlers and the working dogs, driving the teams to give it their all each day.

"Each event was designed to push them past a level of training they may not have experienced before," said Sgt. 1st Class Cory Lorenz, kennel master, 520th Military Working Dog, or MWD, Detachment, 728th MP Battalion. "We wanted to push them out of their comfort zone."


http://www.army.mil/article/153512/Working_dog_competition_tests_skills__builds_camaraderie/

Army Reserves serving when needed

Being in the Army Reserve allows you to pursue your civilian career or college education while you serve your community. You will spend one weekend a month in training and two weeks a year attending a Field Training Exercise (FTX). Soldiers in the Army Reserve may be called to Active Duty to provide their expertise. Your service in the Army Reserve may range from three to six years, depending on your Army Reserve job.

 http://www.goarmy.com/about/service-options/army-reserve.html

Serving full-time active duty Army

Active duty Soldiers fall into two general categories: enlisted personnel and Officers. Enlisted Soldiers are the backbone of the U.S. Army. Each has his or her own specialized training and fills a role within his or her unit. Officers are the Army's leaders. They guide enlisted Soldiers during missions and provide the know-how and expertise to get the job done. Active duty service terms typically last two to six years. Deployment can last up to a year, but the length may vary depending on a unit's specific mission. Soldiers are eligible for a two-week Rest and Relaxation (R&R) leave after six months of deployment.

 http://www.goarmy.com/about/service-options/active-duty.html

Army Reserve, active Army engineers bridge the gap on training

U.S. Army Reserve and active Army engineer units cooperated in constructing a movable bridge across the Arkansas River to create a path for units to cross during Operation River Assault, a training exercise that culminated, Aug. 4.

"The partnership is an advantage. After a persistent conflict [over] the past 14 years, this exercise helps tie together many of the experiences of these units," said Lt. Col. Jon Brierton, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, battalion commander, 841st Engineer Battalion located in Miami, Florida.

Brierton refers to the proficiency units have earned by these units' deployments.

"These units' training here continue that partnership. We don't know where the next contingency is going to be, but this builds the relationship between the forces," said Brierton. "There is all kinds of cool and sexy training here to benefit the active duty and reserve Soldiers."

http://www.army.mil/article/153490/Army_Reserve__active_Army_engineers_bridge_the_gap_on_training/

After you complete Basic Combat Training, you're ready for the next step

ADVANCED INDIVIDUAL TRAINING

Preparing You For Your Army Job

After you complete Basic Combat Training, you're ready for the next step. Advanced Individual Training (AIT) is where you will learn the skills to perform your Army job.
At one of many diverse AIT schools, you'll receive hands-on training and field instruction to make you an expert in that specific career field. You'll also gain the discipline and work ethic to help you no matter what path you take in life.

 http://www.goarmy.com/soldier-life/becoming-a-soldier/advanced-individual-training.html

The ten-week journey from civilian to Soldier

Basic Combat Training (BCT) is a training course that transforms civilians into Soldiers. Over the course of ten weeks, recruits will learn basic tactical and survival skills along with how to shoot, rappel, and march. They will also learn the basics of Army life and military customs, including the Seven Core Army Values.

 http://www.goarmy.com/soldier-life/becoming-a-soldier/basic-combat-training.html

Mental skills training improving Soldier performance

Army researchers have found effective techniques to dramatically improve Soldiers' cognitive and physical abilities through a regimen of mental skills training.

Success of the study led the Army to permanently incorporate cognitive skills training into basic combat training. And, following the research done at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, that training has since spread Army-wide, delivered by trainers from Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness, or CSF2.

Much of the study's design was derived from previous research conducted at the Center for Enhanced Performance at the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, New York. That center now serves as the core element of CSF2 under the Army Resiliency Directorate, according to Amy B. Adler, a clinical research psychologist at the Center for Military Psychiatry and Neuroscience, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Silver Spring, Maryland.

 http://www.army.mil/article/153231/Mental_skills_training_improving_Soldier_performance/

eArmyU

eArmyU provides Soldiers access to over one hundred degree plans at regionally-accredited colleges and universities. Through eArmyU, eligible Soldiers have the opportunity to earn a certificate or an associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree from a home college while taking courses from multiple colleges. Web-based courses offer unique “anytime, anywhere” flexibility, allowing Soldiers to study at times that are most convenient for them – even as their responsibilities, schedules, and duty assignments change.

Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC)

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SOCAD is a system of college curriculum networks designed by SOC for Army Soldiers and their adult family members. Networks consist of groups of colleges and universities that have agreed to accept each other's courses in a particular program of study. Students can move freely among the colleges in a network without being reevaluated or worrying about whether or not courses will transfer. SOCAD-2 is the associate degree network program; SOCAD-4 is the bachelor's degree network program.
https://www.goarmyed.com/public/public_earn_degree-soc_army_degrees.aspx

Concurrent Admissions Program (ConAP)

ConAP is a partnership between Army Recruiting Command and over 1900 participating colleges to mutually advance the goals of lifelong learning and postsecondary education for Future Soldiers. On January 1, 2014, the United States Army Recruiting Command assumed ConAP program management and now serves as liaison between Army Recruiters, ConAP colleges, Army education centers, and the higher education community.

 http://www.armyedspace.com/programs/program-page/concurrent-admissions-program-conap/

Thinking about a career as a respiratory specialist?

 he respiratory specialist is primarily responsible for helping with the management of a respiratory unit by administering respiratory therapy and performing pulmonary function tests under the supervision of a physician or nurse anesthetist.

The respiratory specialist is strictly an advanced level position. 

Job Duties

• Examining and treating emergency or battlefield patients
  
• Interviewing patients and recording their medical histories
  
• Preparing blood samples for laboratory analysis
  
• Keeping health records and clinical files up-to-date
  

Training

Job training for a respiratory specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 36 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including inpatient care. 

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Emergency medical treatment
  
• Basic nursing care
  
• Understanding of the human body
  
• Minor surgical procedures
  
• Clinical laboratory procedures
  
• Methods for diagnosing diseases

http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/medical-and-emergency/respiratory-specialist.html

Thinking about a pharmacy career?

The pharmacy specialist is primarily responsible for preparing and dispensing prescribed drugs and medicines, while also maintaining pharmacy supplies and records.

Job Duties

• Prepare, control and issue pharmaceutical products
  
• Evaluate orders to verify dosage, dosage regimen and quantity to be dispensed
  
• Provide instructions to patients regarding medication consumption and side effects
  
• Perform quality control checks on medications

Training

Job training for a pharmacy specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in pharmaceutical tasks.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Pharmacy laws and regulations
  
• Drug types and uses
  
• Mixing and dispensing drugs

Helpful Skills

• Interest in mathematics, chemistry, biology, physiology and anatomy
  
• Experience with precise measurements and standards
  
• Ability to follow strict procedures and directions
  

http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/medical-and-emergency/pharmacy-specialist.html

Reserve Soldiers provide medical support during Walking Shield '15

 U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers recently gave back to an American community in need, while gaining perspective on a culture that precedes the U.S. military.

This small contingent of 22 medical professionals conducted Innovative Readiness Training, or IRT, here, July 16-30, 2015, augmenting local hospital and clinics.

"Our mission here is to provide medical support to the [American Indians] here on Fort Belknap Indian Reservation, as well as the Hayes and Lodge Pole community," said Lt. Col. Greg Venvertloh, commander, 7243rd Installation Medical Support Unit, Las Vegas.

The Soldiers provided a full array of medical services to include ambulatory, basic medical triage, physicals, full dental services, veterinary support, as well as optometry provided by an active duty Army unit.

"The basic benefit is the augmentation role. Our Soldiers get the opportunity to actually perform their medical duties," Venvertloh said.

"The secondary role is it gets the Army Reserve out into the community, and puts a different face on the Army as having a general role," Venvertloh said. "Individuals get to see exactly what the Army Reserve is all about, our different jobs in the reserve, and that we are citizens just like everyone else."

http://www.army.mil/article/153256/Reserve_Soldiers_provide_medical_support_during_Walking_Shield__15/

Today's Women Soldiers

"Because of you, when young women wonder how high they can rise in our military, they can look at General Ann Dunwoody and her four hard earned stars. They can see that it's real. When they ask what kind of jobs they can do, they can look to women like all of you who've played just about every kind of role imaginable. And when they ask whether they can cut it -- whether they have what it takes to succeed -- all they have to do is to look at your lives, to look into your lives and to look at the careers that you've developed that inspire us all."
- First Lady Michelle Obama

 http://www.army.mil/women/?from=hp_spotlight

Field Artillery Surveyor/Meteorological Crewmember (13T) Jobs

The field artillery surveyor/meteorological crewmember is responsible for monitoring weather conditions so the field artillery team can fire and launch missiles accurately. Their role is crucial in the support of infantry and tank units during combat.

Job Duties

• Operate meteorological, peripheral and computer equipment
• Perform astronomic observations
• Prepare meteorological balloons for launching
• Develop meteorology data, record field data, prepare schematic sketches and mark survey stations
• Perform maintenance on vehicles, radios, weapons and all survey equipment

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.
http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/intelligence-and-combat-support/field-artillery-surveyor.html

Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS/HIMARS) Crewmember (13M)

multiple launch rocket system crewmember is responsible for operating and maintaining the entire multiple launch rocket system. They support infantry and tank units by supplementing cannon artillery during combat.

Job Duties

• Drive and maintain the self-propelled launch vehicles
  
• Reload ammunition and resupply vehicles
  
• Test and maintain the fire control systems
  
• Mount radio sets and communication systems in all vehicles

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for multiple launch rocket system crewmember requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and four weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Calculating target locations manually and electronically
  
• Handling ammunition
  
• Operating gun, missile and rocket systems
  
• Artillery tactics and battle strategy

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/combat/multiple-launch-rocket-system-crewmember.html

Improved Multiple Launch Rocket System tested at White Sands Missile Range

Over 100 artillery rockets were launched June 16 at White Sands Missile Range, or WSMR, to test an improved version of the M270A1 Multiple Launch Rocket System, or MLRS.

The test, conducted at WSMR's G-16 impact area, saw an M270A1 MLRS vehicle equipped with a new armored cab, fire 138 rockets to ensure the improvements didn't negatively impact the vehicles' mission performance.

"The number to be shot is equivalent of a normal high-op tempo operation," said Maj. Jaime Santiago, assistant product manager at the Precision Fires Rocket and Missile Systems Project Office. "The platform is supposed to prove out the capability and ensure the new upgrades have not degraded that capability."

 http://www.army.mil/article/153172/Improved_Multiple_Launch_Rocket_System_tested_at_White_Sands_Missile_Range/