The Marine Enlisted Commissioning Education Program (MECEP) is designed to help provide enlisted Marines who have shown previous superior academics the opportunity to become Marine Corps Officers. The program is open and available to all active duty Marines and Marines in the Active Reserve (AR) program but must be able to meet the eligibility requirements. Marines who will … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2011
Navy Popular Resources
The U.S. Navy offers numerous resources for their service members and Retirees. Learn more about getting promotions in the Navy, spouse, finance, discounts, and retirement resources for United States Navy service members, Veterans, and Retirees. Navy Careers Military Spouses Financial Concerns Military Discounts Retirees and Veterans Military Rank Military Alphabet As a … [Read more...]
Getting Sick at Basic Training
January 18, 2011 Stacey Abler It seems to be inevitable that new recruits will all get sick at basic training. I believe this is a combination of being within such close quarters of hundreds of other recruits as well as the physical and emotional stress that is placed on your body. My husband was one of the lucky ones who got sick during basic training. He was sent to the … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Reserve Enlisted Pay and Benefits
Reservist in the Coast Guard receive a benefits package that can really help you extend your civilian dollars and work perks. College tuition assistance and dental benefits are just the beginning of the benefits offered to active-duty Guardians. Steady Pay For starters, you will get paid. Coast Guard Reservists receive the same pay that other military members receive with the … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Officer Programs
The Coast Guard has several Officer Programs available including, College Student Pre-Commissioning Program (CSPI), Officer Candidate School, Direct Commission Programs, Selected Reserve Direct Commission Program, Coast Guard Academy, and Pre-Commissioning For Enlisted Personnel (PPEP). Coast Guard Academy - At the Academy you are offered an integrated life experience that … [Read more...]