Posted on Nov 20, 2015
Does anyone have any knowledge on what the board looks for in a Warrant Packet?
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I would like to become, more competitive with other SM who are submitting Warrant Officer Packets. I'm currently in ALC and I know that I need to get my GT score up but, I know there is more to it. I feel like I can offer the Army something different other than taking care of soldiers. Now, that may sound bad I still love being a Noncommissioned Officer, I just have grown to admire the Technical Proficiency of Warrant Officers.
I think a different "stress" would also be good on me. Or, a different "challenge". Some things that would probably help with a better answer is
1. I have quite a bit a tattoos but, none are visible in my ASU's
2. I'm a 91M , I have been in 9 years as of Monday
3. I'm currently completing ALC now.
I'm just trying to get some since of direction to start off in.
Thanks
I think a different "stress" would also be good on me. Or, a different "challenge". Some things that would probably help with a better answer is
1. I have quite a bit a tattoos but, none are visible in my ASU's
2. I'm a 91M , I have been in 9 years as of Monday
3. I'm currently completing ALC now.
I'm just trying to get some since of direction to start off in.
Thanks
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Know your competition. There are a lot of people seeking to be Warrants. You need to be set apart from your peers and not just meet the minimum requirements.
Be persistent. Even if you dont get picked up the first time, there are other looks and you can resubmit later as well. I wasn't selected my first look.
Be persistent. Even if you dont get picked up the first time, there are other looks and you can resubmit later as well. I wasn't selected my first look.
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It's very important to, if at all possible, stay within your feeder MOS for your duty position---continue to be rated as a 91M on your NCOERs.
If there are any civilian certifications for your field, such as ASE, it could help you distinguish yourself from your peers if you picked up your field's relevant certification. Gaining college credit towards your Associates or Bachelors degree and increasing your APFT score are other great ways to improve your selection odds.
Stay motivated and never quit!
If there are any civilian certifications for your field, such as ASE, it could help you distinguish yourself from your peers if you picked up your field's relevant certification. Gaining college credit towards your Associates or Bachelors degree and increasing your APFT score are other great ways to improve your selection odds.
Stay motivated and never quit!
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1SG (Join to see)
Thank you for your advice CW2 (Join to see). ASE certifications may get looked at during the selection process? Even though these certifications can expire? I never thought of that . Do you have any knowledge on how to find out what Certifications match with our Military Specialties? I really appreciate this insight.
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CW2 (Join to see)
Army Credentialing Opportunities Online:
https://www.cool.army.mil/enlisted/91m.htm
https://www.cool.army.mil/enlisted/91m.htm
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CW2 Richard Cardosa
If I may,
There are huge numbers who put their Warrant Packet in and for various reasons. There's maintenance, CID and Aviation. If aviation is your focus, there is a test you will have to take called a F.A.S.T. (Flight Aptitude Selection Test) test. It is a tool to weed-out applicants by screening for people with higher indications of flight aptitude. Personally I think that test is a bunch of crap, but I scored a 135 and they scarfed me-up very quickly, so get study material to prepare for that test if you're looking to become a pilot.
There are huge numbers who put their Warrant Packet in and for various reasons. There's maintenance, CID and Aviation. If aviation is your focus, there is a test you will have to take called a F.A.S.T. (Flight Aptitude Selection Test) test. It is a tool to weed-out applicants by screening for people with higher indications of flight aptitude. Personally I think that test is a bunch of crap, but I scored a 135 and they scarfed me-up very quickly, so get study material to prepare for that test if you're looking to become a pilot.
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Good luck to you on taking that step. With that said, first and foremost focus on raising your GT score. It is a non-waiver able requirement, as well as some others listed on the USAREC Warrant Officer recruiting website at http://www.usarec.army.mil/hq/warrant/. Second, make sure your packet is exactly the way it states from the site, do not deviate from that. The completeness of the packet is extremely important, so make sure you list what you need to list, and all corrections have been done. Have a current DA photo, that is essentially your first impression that you will give to the board. Tattoos should be fine as long as they meet the current regulations. Lastly, it is very important to have all 1059s in the packet, and NCOERs should reflect that you are an outstanding Soldier and NCO capable to taking that next step. Best of luck, if you need any more information fell free to look me up on global.
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CW3 Amel Smith
Chief K was spot on, It has been a while since I put in my packet and I have been out of the service for a long time. But some things do not change. Whatever they ask for in the packet submission, make sure it makes you look the best it can. Your photo should be perfect, make sure all your awards and decorations are the same as listed on your other forms, make sure your uniform is crisp and sharp, if you use the DoD photo lab, make sure you get a photographer who is professional, if they are taping everything down, making your creases sharp and taping down your jacket, you probably have the right guy, if they just stand you up and want to take the photo, ask if they have another photographer. Your NCOERs are critical, if you do not walk on water, your chances are lower. I was an MI guy, so we needed tactical and strategic time, not sure mechanics have that option, but combat time also helps. They were looking for 10 years of service. I put in my first packet with 9 years of service and based on a letter I got from DA, I was rejected. I put another packet in a year later and it was accepted. 10 years seemed to be the cut off at that time. Now the most important piece. The Warrant Officer Corps is very small, once they get to CW3 and up everyone knows everyone. CW5s were new as I was retiring. At this point they have a reputation within their own. A letter of recommendation was required from a Warrant, don't know if that still applies. However that letter carried more weight than anything. If you get the right Warrant to endorse you, you will be selected. Talk to your senior warrants and find out which one has the most positive influence reputation and see if that person will make you walk on water. Of course he will only do that if he believe you do. Good luck.
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