Posted on Mar 31, 2018
As an enlisted soldier, how would I begin the process of starting an OCS Packet?
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I am currently in a unit where the company level commander is a CW4. With that being said, how do I begin the OCS application process? Do I go through my Chain of Command and ask for help? Do I go straight to my S1 to inquire about the process? Or do I begin some sort of paper work and then proceed to ask about the OCS process?
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Officer Candidate School (OCS) (Army)
Officer Candidate School (OCS) (Army)
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Damon; always begin any process in the uniformed services with your COC (Chain of Command).
Complete your DA Form 4187 for your COC's approval and endorsement. Attach copies of your educational qualifications, physical fitness test record, awards and recognition. Make your packet appealing with recommendations from your Squad Leader, Platoon Sergeant, First Sergeant and above. Prove to your Command that you follow rules, the CoC and Service Values; you are not alone and your superiors, peers and subordinates support your objective of becoming a Commissioned Officer.
Finally; understand it is best to get endorsements from your CSMs and other commissioned officers. The more the merrier. Members of Congress letters of recommendation weigh gold in this process and GOs weigh platinum. See how your influence can best serve your purpose to achieve your objective.
Thanks.
Complete your DA Form 4187 for your COC's approval and endorsement. Attach copies of your educational qualifications, physical fitness test record, awards and recognition. Make your packet appealing with recommendations from your Squad Leader, Platoon Sergeant, First Sergeant and above. Prove to your Command that you follow rules, the CoC and Service Values; you are not alone and your superiors, peers and subordinates support your objective of becoming a Commissioned Officer.
Finally; understand it is best to get endorsements from your CSMs and other commissioned officers. The more the merrier. Members of Congress letters of recommendation weigh gold in this process and GOs weigh platinum. See how your influence can best serve your purpose to achieve your objective.
Thanks.
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I just wanted to know what you mean “with that being said.” After you said the CO is a CW4?
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2LT (Join to see)
I mentioned it because I did not know if or if not the CO being a Warrant Officer played any effect on me beginning the OCS packet process.
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SGT Eric Davis
Nawl it don’t just like the CO being a male or female don’t make a difference but yeah go to your S-1 or retention NCO
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