U.S. Army Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Guide

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 07:04:09 -0400

If you are still in (or still have guys you care about that are still in) and you have not read and do not know what the DA PAM 600-25 is you need download or google it and read it. I only came to realize what a good tool it is after I put on a diamond.
Remember the funny career maps we use to see? Remember the old crusty NCO's telling you what you need to do to get promoted? DA PAM 600-25 is a document produced by each branch that tells you what exactly Infantry Branch expects from you. It's the guiding document for decentralized promotion boards.
For example did you know these Army guidelines for civilian education?
(1) Infantrymen selected for promotion to SFC have ideally completed a minimum of 15 semester hours.
(2) Infantrymen selected for promotion to MSG have ideally completed a minimum of 30 semester hours.
(3) Infantrymen selected for promotion to SGM have ideally completed a minimum of 60 semester hours.
The part that applies to you or your Soldiers is only a couple pages. Know it and use it to counsel your men! Spread the word.

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Oct 29 at 2015 7:10 AM

SSgt Alex Robinson — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 07:10:37 -0400

Great post

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2015 4:37 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 16:37:13 -0400

Awesome for you to share this, many junior enlisted and even NCO's don't read this DA PAM enough. Very good advise!

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 3 at 2015 6:51 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 18:51:17 -0500

Thanks! Great tip. Will read.