Posted on Sep 1, 2017
I've been exploring career opportunities lately. Anyone have any idea what it would be like to transfer from Army to Coast Guard?
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89B: Ammunition Specialist
GM: Gunner's Mate
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I have an e-3 onboard, former Army. Strange, quiet fellow, but a good worker.
Yes, you will probably be bumped down to E-3, but boot is 3 weeks (go DEPOT), and depending on what rate you go, boot to A school is a possibility.
Currently, boot to A are OS (operations specalists), CS (cooks, lifeblood if they're
Good), EM, ET (I think), and MK.
If you're an Aviation, or Medic, you could possibly fight for going to those specific A school's, but I doubt it'll work.
Anyrhi ng the recruiter says, get in writing, and possibly tacked onto your contract.
Yes, you will probably be bumped down to E-3, but boot is 3 weeks (go DEPOT), and depending on what rate you go, boot to A school is a possibility.
Currently, boot to A are OS (operations specalists), CS (cooks, lifeblood if they're
Good), EM, ET (I think), and MK.
If you're an Aviation, or Medic, you could possibly fight for going to those specific A school's, but I doubt it'll work.
Anyrhi ng the recruiter says, get in writing, and possibly tacked onto your contract.
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I am a prior Army guy. Been in the CG for 20+ now. Feel free to message me. Happy to chat about the transition.
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I am prior Army as well - served 20 years in the Coast Guard before retiring. I'll help any way I can as well!
And, Hi, Eric!
And, Hi, Eric!
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Remember, the Coast Guard is trained to save lives and the Army/Marine Corps is trained to take lives. At least this is what my CG uncle told me. lol
Good luck in your transition.
Good luck in your transition.
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MSRT would like a word with your uncle. Group of seriously badass life takers.
LCpl Shane Couch
Oh, I know. Way back when, I was talking to my Uncle about a transition. I was looking to try a be a frog or something similar. But after my wife at the time threatening to leave me if i joined back up after my EAS, I decided against it. Wish I had done it and saved myself a few years of misery. lol
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CPO Richard Weir
400. Of us coasters were sent to USMC combat skills school they trained us to kill,the USCG has many missions GMC R A W
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