How long did it take to get shipped off for special warfare?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 17:06:21 -0400

I just talked to my Air Force recruiter today and he said it takes months to a year after the commander approves to ship me off to school. I suppose the higher up’s are supposed to give me a set date for school and all that jazz. I’m just curious to know what anyones response to that is and what to expect if I do decide to move forward on this?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2022 5:19 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 17:19:39 -0400

Contact one of these three gentlemen... they are very knowledgeable in Military related questions/issues.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2022 6:56 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 18:56:48 -0400

I attempted to go into Special Tactics in the AF. I was going to CCT. I passed everything but I couldn't get a waiver for my PRK eye surgery. I would warn you that they have an extremely high wash out rate. When it comes to prior service, they will look at your experience as a means to evaluate you. When you have a CIB, EIB, wings, or a Ranger Tab, it will move you up on the list. I am sure you can see that I ended up back in the Army. They take so few and it takes a long time. I would expect to wait a while. You can also look at Army SF. But if you are in a Combat MOS then they may just pass you over if overs with combat training compete for the slot.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2022 11:07 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:07:15 -0400

Make sure you talk to an AFSPECWAR recruiter not a regular recruiter. That way you will get the best information. The last I knew, prior and non-prior service applicants could not sign up for an individual job in Special Warfare. Instead, you sign up for Special Warfare Operator Enlistment (aka SWOE) and then compete for the specific job that you desire.

Response by SSgt Ronald L Chancey made Jul 14 at 2022 9:58 AM

SSgt Ronald L Chancey — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 09:58:46 -0400

During the Vietnam era, the needs of the Air Force came first. Basic training, tech school, and then assignment were done as quickly as possible.

Response by PO1 John Runningwolf made Jul 20 at 2023 8:58 AM

PO1 John Runningwolf — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:58:40 -0400

Best answer for how long ANYTHING will take in the military is hurry up and wait!!