DSC School

2014-01-19T10:48:51-05:00

I've been attempting for a few years now to volunteer for DSC. I've contacted the DS branch who in turns, contacts my branch, who then does not grant my request. Anyone out there have any other ideas? I got some other schools coming up in the next few months, so I would have to wait anyways, but just trying to get a jump things. Thanks

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 19 at 2014 11:03 AM

2014-01-19T11:03:20-05:00

Have you updated your ASK yet I have heard several people get DS after they update their ASK.

Response by 1SG Steven Stankovich made Jan 19 at 2014 11:03 AM

2014-01-19T11:03:43-05:00

Here is how it used to work SSG Boca.  DS Branch is responsible to fill "X amount" of slots.  Those slots are divided amongst the other Branches to fill.  Some Branches do not receive a DS mission and therefore rarely entertain a volunteer packet.  Another course of action for you to try would be to talk to your 1SG and CSM.  Maybe a call from your CoC to your PDNCO may help.  You may also try your Career Counselor.  Good luck.

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 19 at 2014 11:53 AM

2014-01-19T11:53:27-05:00

Recently the mission of DS and Recruiter branch to fill slots has changed from DA select to slots being allocated by MOS to Corps and Divisions offering the opportunity for more volunteers that are qualified to fill slots to step forward and fill requirements. Contact your 1SG and see if this is the case for your installation, of course all I did was pick up the phone and call my branch manager and two days later I had orders for DS School.

Response by LTC Jason Bartlett made Jan 23 at 2014 9:05 AM

2014-01-23T09:05:11-05:00

Just took a look at your profile, things that may hinder you.

- Working out of your MOS

- You do not have three years TOS

- You just pinned SSG