What are some certifications, programs and/or schools you would recommend going/joining?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 00:41:32 -0400

I hear a lot about Airborne and Ranger school but what are some other programs the Army has that could be helpful or cool to be part of? Any certifications that might help in the future?

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Sep 14 at 2021 1:01 AM

CSM Charles Hayden — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 01:01:58 -0400

SPC Private RallyPoint Member You are on the right track for a successful career. Scare badges make you feel good and are both fun and misery, they do not put bread on the table or salable certifications in your records.

Response by SGT Michael Frazier made Sep 14 at 2021 3:57 AM

SGT Michael Frazier — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:57:37 -0400

Take the 91c corse you’ll get a type 3 universal hvac license that is good in civilian life and epa 609 also good on civilian side

Response by Lt Col Jim Coe made Sep 14 at 2021 11:17 AM

Lt Col Jim Coe — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 11:17:38 -0400

Look for process improvement (a.k.a. Lean or Six Sigma) programs and training. It's been a few years since I retired (2013), but the Army did offer training as a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt. Process Improvement can be applied at all levels of work, individual through Service-wide. Your Vehicle Mechanic MOS is closely related to the areas in which Lean process improvement started, the Toyota Production System, automobile manufacturing. I think the Army may still offer Green Belt training on line. Look for a unit or installation process improvement office or program. Certifications are attractive to civilian employers.