Bring your own glasses, and a strap, but you will also have a chance to buy a strap day 1. However, there are exceptions to the degree requirement based on extensive service experience. Use part of your statement to explain how that time confirmed your decision to be in the navy, and how that experience can help you mentor those thinking of getting out. Due to the covid19 virus pandemic, we are aware satact testing has been cancelled andor delayed. Good morning, i am in the process of considering joining the navy as an officer. As you complete each document, send them to your recruiter. You will be issued glasses, but youll wear the ones you bring for the first couple of weeks until your glasses come in. In order to view, navigate, download, enter form data, and print these documents, you must have a current adobe acrobat reader internet plugin installed in your browser version 4. And yes, officers do get paid more and have better living conditions on boardbut thats because their work life is much more political, they have a lot more responsibility way bigger dogs barking at them, and theres not as.
A great video showing what us navy ocs is like and what you would be doing. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Af refractive surgery us army medical department information. Along with united states naval academy usna and naval reserve officer training corps nrotc, ocs is one of three principal sources of new commissioned naval officers. The department of the navy will maintain authorized strength and grade levels in the nc and its approved specialties by recruiting the personnel required to support the annual 5year promotion plan approved under reference j, to provide a base for an all regular career force, and to attain authorized. Download brochures about being an officer in the navy. Those selected will attend officer candidate school located in newport, rhode island. Bestseller book about navy officer candidate school navy ocs. Officer candidate school is a large program, and there is a wealth of misinformation out there. For example, lets say you got out of the navy, then came back in. The united states navys officer candidate school abbreviated ocs provides initial training for officers of the line and select operational staff corps communities supply and cec in the united states navy. Submitting an ocs package from the fleet is a lengthy affair that youll either need a lot of help or motivation with. This note solicits applications for officer candidate school ocs, leading to a commission as an active duty ensign, designator 1650 special duty public affairs. Those selected will attend 12 weeks of officer candidate school ocs followed by 26 weeks of navy supply corps school in newport.
Below are links to application packages as well as all pertinent forms, requirements, and source documents. Shevaun mcroberts, 442nd logistics readiness squadron logistics supply manager, lifts care packages at the warrensburg united way. A candio box is a care package that friends and family send to their loved ones in ocs to celebrate them becoming an officer candidate, the last phase of their 12 weeks in officer candidate school. Contacts are permitted from the middle of week 9 until the end. Fleet officer application checklist navy recruiting command. The senior enlisted person in your neighborhood navy recruiting office would know who that is for the ocs program in your area.
If this message is not eventually replaced by the proper contents of the document, your pdf viewer may not be able to display this type of document. Ldocwo package deadline approaches united states navy. My wife and i met with a naval officer recruiter in orlando a couple of days ago, and i would like to get a second opinion on some of the information he told us. Naval station newports main gate gate 1 is located at the end of training station road, newport. Depending on their circumstances, future navy officers receive their officer training in one of these programs. Marine corps were founded continue to guide us today. The basic requirements for selection to the supply corps officer candidate indoctrination and training program for college graduates. Officer candidate school united states navy wikipedia. Ocs military history all lessons flashcards quizlet. They hold positions in dozens of different career and job areas, from health care to engineering. Fleet officer application checklist navy recruiting. Sta21 program applications are still due postmarked by 1 july 2020. Yes, if they have submitted a navy refractive surgery consult and are within our geographical treatment area, or.
For example, the army ocs recruiter told me if you dont get accepted to army ocs you automatically enlist. Active and reserve enlisted personnel and civilians who meet eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply. Chapter 1 introduces ocs and other ocsrelated terms, introduces the ocs process and team, discusses key ocs imperatives to minimize risk of contract fraud and unauthorized commitments, and closes with a brief discussion on ethics. The following forms are available on naval forms online. Ocs is heavily based on running, so the more efficient your cv fitness is, the easier you will find the pt. Navy, and incur a minimum active duty obligation of 4 years.
Officer candidates undergo detailed instruction in leadership, physical conditioning, and basic military skills prior to receiving their commission. To get the phone number of the navy recruiter nearest you, call. Program leads to a commission in the unrestricted line of the u. Ok, this is by no means gospel, but after ample research and correspondence i can offer some advice on. Electronics technician roadmaps are just what the name implies a roadmap through the enlisted learning and development continuum from seaman recruit through master chief.
Officer candidate school, the naval reserve officers training corps or the naval academy. Supply corps officer candidate requirements navy cyberspace. Traditionally candio boxes are opened on the wednesday of week 9 and are highly anticipated by the candidates. Lady at seas blog a girls journey to becoming a navy. As in our past, we are dedicated to the core values of honor, courage, and commitment to build the foundation of trust and leadership upon which our strength is based and victory is achieved. How do i find out about ocs application deadlines and.
Ok, this is by no means gospel, but after ample research and correspondence i can offer some advice on how to put together your perfect ocs application. While the pao ocs program is tailored towards enlisted media ratings. Anchors aweigh, leadership traits, breast insignia, warfare definitions, c. John jones, chief warrant officer cwo and limited duty officer ldo community manager, briefs prospective cwos and ldos in the community. Officer candidate school can and will likely be one of the most challenging experiences of your life. Those selected will attend 12 weeks of officer candidate school ocs. Pdf copies of official transcript is acceptable for the application. This video is from the us navys ocs website and no infringement is intended. Navy officer application important complete the following steps in the order which they are presented remember to follow all instructions very carefully during each step.
We are professional sailors and civilians a diverse and agile force exemplifying the highest standards of service to our nation, at home and abroad, at sea and ashore. Applications will be accepted pending receipt of the june test scores. Navy, and incur a minimum active duty obligation of 4. A forum to discuss navy recruiters, processing at meps, delayed entry program, enlisted ratings, a schools, officer candidate school, recruit training command, and transferring to your first command. The basic requirements for selection to the navy surface warfare officer candidate indoctrination and training program for college graduates. There are no instructions you can read that will magically prepare you for what you are about to undergo. Information on getting a commission in the navy through the officer candidate school ocs.
Program leads to appointment on active duty as a navy ensign in designator 3100. Personal statements on an officer package the navys. Ocs physical training preparation pack contents page introduction to ocs physical training 3 dynamic flexibility, cool down and stretching 7 running preparation 14. United states navy ethos we are the united states navy, our nations sea power ready guardians of peace, victorious in war. A detailed paper map of the naval station can be picked up at the public affairs office, if in stock, which is located with the personnel support detachment at building 690, 690 peary street, newport, r. My ocs package i was prorecommended preliminary acceptance for the june 2010 supply board as a bdcp candidate. All tests, lab work, hearing test must be submitted with the physical. Volunteers are always welcome and it is a great place to learn about the life in the military. Scan 2, physical documents must state type of physical and can be no older than 1 year prior to date of selection panel. Survivors guide to navy officer candidate school ocs.
It is the goal of this brief writing to give you some tools for survival and keep you on track to commission as a. Nonprofit organization providing financial and budgeting assistance and education. This multiservice publication contains five chapters. Officer acquisition includes training candidates for appointment as commissioned officers in the marine corps and marine corps reserve. Commanders clearance memo found on hrc ocs web page. Seal officer applicants desiring to gain their commission through ocs must submit an ocs package to their officer recruiter a n d an nsw officer package to the seal ocm.
Officer navalenlisted applicants marine corps recruiting command. While there, you receive an enlisted rate of pay, are considered an officer candidate in a precommissioning program, and are on active duty, similar to sa status. Navy ocs candio box guide candio box a candio box is a care package that friends and family send to their loved ones in ocs to celebrate them becoming a candidate o. A sailor operates a virtual reality computer though the use of a headset 200206ndv0160017 lt. The documents in these folders are in portable document format. Officer candidate school, officer development school, direct commission officer school, naval reserve officers training corps nrotc and. The united states navys officer candidate school abbreviated ocs provides initial training. Commissioned officers make up the leadership and management teams of the navy and navy reserve. Tyler struzinski demonstrates carrieradvanced reconfigurable training system carts virtual reality technology february 6, 2020 in norfolk, virginia. Test scores required can be from a test taken between 1 july 2017 and 1 july 2020.