Knowing and following the keys to success for Coast Guard Basic Training will make your training go easier and help you succeed. The following list provides a few examples of things you need to do to be successful in training. Not following some of these keys to success can get you kicked out of basic training. Act with Honor Coast Guard Seaman Recruits are subject to the … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2010
Preparing For Coast Guard Basic Training
Basic Training in the Coast Guard requires you to be physically fit, mentally ready and prepared for a transformation. You will be doing and learning so much for the eight weeks of basic training that the more you already know and the more physically fit you are the easier it will be. Starting before you report for training will reduce your stress and enable you to … [Read more...]
Is The Air Force Right For Me?
Joining the Air Force is an important decision and one that should not be taken lightly. It is a minimum of an eight-year commitment regardless of how long your active duty contract is for when you sign your contract. You should be certain of not only your job, but also your branch of service as there is basically no way to back out of your commitment once it has been made. … [Read more...]
Special Missions
Navy Special Warfare Command (NSW) Special Operations is characterized by the use of small units with unique ability to conduct military actions that are beyond the capability of conventional military forces. NSW units are superbly trained in all environments, and are the master's of maritime Special Operations. NSW units are required to utilize a combination of specialized … [Read more...]
Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman (SWCC)
Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman (SWCC, prounounced "swick") Teams are superbly trained in all environments, and are masters of maritime Special Operations. SWCC Teams are required to utilize a combination of specialized training in navigation, radio communications, engineering, weapons, parachuting, first aid, and tactics in completion of Special Operation missions … [Read more...]