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ROTC

An ROTC scholarship is an excellent pathway for those seeking to serve as officers in the Army National Guard

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Get With The Program
The army National Guard ROTC program is a four-year curriculum. The program consists of a two-year Basic Course and a two-year Advanced Course. Participating ROTC Cadets must be under the age of 27 at the time of commissioning. During these four years, individuals without prior military experience are taught leadership skills during weekend drills and summer annual training, and military Science classes on campus.

ROTC Basic Course
The Basic Course takes place during your first two years in college. Taken in elective courses, this usually comprises one class and lab each semester. In the ROTC Basic course, you will learn basic military skills, the fundamentals of leadership and initial preparations toward becoming a leader in the Army National Guard. You can take army Guard ROTC Basic Courses without a military commitment.

ROTC Advanced Course
The Advanced Course takes place during your last two years in college. Also taken as elective courses, this usually includes on class and lab each semester, plus a summer leadership camp. In the ROTC Advanced Course, you will learn advanced military tactics and gain experience in team organization, planning and decision-making. Entering the Advanced Course requires a commitment to serve as an Officer in the Army National Guard after you graduate.

Shadow The Experts
Senior ROTC cadets get the valuable experience of working alongside and observing up-close, experienced Guard Officers as they solve problems and interact with the troops. This understudy program is called Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP). Cadets leave this program with valuable knowledge and earn drill pay at the rate of Sergeant -in addition to your regular ROTC stipend.

Over 600 Schools
The Army National Guard offers ROTC scholarships across the country. These scholarships pay tuition and required fees, and can be worth more than $70,000. They're awarded on merit and take into consideration academic achievements, extracurricular activities and personal interviews.

The Gold at the End of the ROTC Challenge, Second Lieutenant, Army National Guard
At the end of your ROTC program awaits the single gold bar of a Second Lieutenant. You will command respect and be called upon to lead with judgment, knowledge and experience. You can go through this program by way of an ROTC scholarship that pays for college, or as a cadet who pays for his or her own way. Regardless, when you look back on your ROTC experience you'll rememeber a strong sense of purpose, camaraderie and belonging.

Officer Basic Course
The office Basic Course will fine tune your leadership skills. In this mentally and physically challenging course, you will learn what a company level Officer needs to know in order to fight and win on the battlefield. You will be taught by outstanding Officers with an abundance of experience and knowledge. OBC training newly commissioned Second Lieutenants for all branches of the Army National Guard. In some cases this includes conducting specialized training for Soldiers in Basic Airborne, Pathfinder and Jumpmaster courses.

OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL (OCS)

Officer Candidate School (OCS) is an excellent way to become a commissioned Officer. It is an efficient and effective school designed to bring out the very best leadership qualities in you. You have what it takes to reach your objective. The Army Guard can help take you there. We want to give you the opportunity to realize your potential as an Officer in the Army National Guard.
 

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Three Oaths to An OCS Commission
in the Army National Guard, we offer you the flexibility of three different paths to Officer Candidate School which all require 90 semester hours. They are

1) Federal OCS
The Federal OCS program is held throughout the year at Fort Benning, Georgia. As in all of the OCS options, this 14-week program of instruction is designed to train and commission 2nd lieutenants. You will be challenged physically, mentally and emotionally. Here you will learn the fundamentals of leadership and basic military skills, Army Values and officership.

2) Accelerated OCS
The National Guard Bureau-sponsored Accelerated OCS program is compressed into eight intensive weeks. The three phases of this program can be held in three different locations. Travel between the different locations is marked by the advancement to the next phase of OCS training.

Phase one
Depending on your location, your Junior Phase will begin at either Fort Meade, SD; Fort McClellan, AL;  or Ft. Indiantown Gap, PA.

Phase Two
Move forward to your Intermediate Phase at either Fort Meade, SD; Fort McClellan, AL;  or Ft. Indiantown Gap, PA.

Phase Three
Advance to your Senior Phase of Accelerated OCS at Fort Meade, SD; Fort McClellan, AL;  or Ft. Indiantown Gap, PA.


The Gold at the End of the ROTC Challenge, Second Lieutenant, Army National Guard
At the completion of your OCS challenge awaits the single gold bar of a commissioned Officer in the Army National Guard. It is both a huge honor and a solemn responsibility. Join us. Become a leader in an elite fighting team. Whether you are a first-time Soldier or if you have prior military experience, we invite you to consider becoming an Officer.
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Officer Basic Course
The Officer Basic Course (OBC) will fine tune your leadership skills. In this mentally and physically challenging course, you will learn what a company level Officer needs to know in order to fight and win on the battlefield. You will be taught by outstanding officers with an abundance of experience and knowledge. OBC training is for newly commissioned Lieutenants in all branches of the Army National Guard.

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SECOND LIEUTENANT (2LT) (Addressed as "Lieutenant") Typically the entry-level rank for most Commissioned Officers. Leads platoon-size elements consisting of the platoon SGT and two or more squads (16 to 44 Soldiers).

FIRST LIEUTENANT (1LT) (Addressed as "Lieutenant") A seasoned lieutenant with 18 to 24 months service. Leads more specialized weapons platoons and indirect fire computation centers. As a senior Lieutenant, they are often selected to be the Executive Officer of a company-sized unit (110 to 140 personnel).

CAPTAIN (CPT) (Addressed as "Captain") Commands and controls company-sized units (62 to 190 Soldiers), together with a principal NCO assistant. Instructs skills at service schools and combat training centers and is often a Staff Officer at the battalion level.

MAJOR (MAJ) (Addressed as "Major") Serves as primary Staff Officer for brigade and task force command regarding personnel, logistical and operational missions.

LIEUTENANT COLONEL (LTC) (Addressed as "Lieutenant Colonel " or "Colonel") Typically commands battalion-sized units (300 to 1,000 Soldiers), with a CSM as principal NCO assistant. May also be selected for brigade and task force Executive Officer.

COLONEL (COL) (Addressed as "Colonel") Typically commands brigade-sized units (3,000 to 5,000 Soldiers), with a CSM as principal NCO assistant. Also found as the chief of divisional-level staff agencies.

BRIGADIER GENERAL (BG) (Addressed as "General") Serves as Deputy Commander to the commanding general for Army divisions. Assists in overseeing the staff's planning and coordination of a mission.

MAJOR GENERAL (MG) (Addressed as "General") Typically commands division-sized units (10,000 to 15,000 Soldiers).

LIEUTENANT GENERAL (LTG) (Addressed as "General") Typically commands corps-sized units (20,000 to 45,000 Soldiers).

GENERAL (GEN) (Addressed as "General") The senior level of Commissioned Officer typically has over 30 years of experience and service. Commands all operations that fall within their geographical area. The Chief of Staff of the Army is a four-star General.

GENERAL OF THE ARMY (GOA) This is only used in time of War where the Commanding Officer must be equal or of higher rank than those commanding armies from other nations. The last officers to hold this rank served during and immediately following WWII.