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...]
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...]
Understanding the Five Branches of the Military
When you decide to join the military, you have a very important decision ahead of you - choosing your branch of service. Each branch plays a unique role in the security of our country. While they all work together to some extent, their purposes can be very different and they can offer different jobs and specialties. In order to choose the best branch for your needs and … [Read more...]
Learn Your Job in the National Guard
After Basic Combat Training (BCT), your next adventure will be Advanced Individual Training (AIT). This is where the formal part of your military education begins, and you learn your "job" in the National Guard. The length of your AIT will depend on the particular Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) that you choose. At AIT you will learn the job that you will perform once you … [Read more...]
Basic Training in the Coast Guard
The mission of Coast Guard Basic Training is to transform America's civilian volunteers into military members of the United Stated Coast Guard. In the eight weeks of Basic Training in the Coast Guard recruits will learn the importance of teamwork, hard work and positive attitude. Coast Guard Basic Training can be broken down to 5 stages through the eight weeks: Arrival Company … [Read more...]