What are some helpful tips for someone going to 68W AIT?

PVT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 21:26:53 -0400

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2017 9:30 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 21:30:58 -0400

Take advantage of whatever options are made available for further training i.e. Ranger Medic, Civil Affairs Support Medic, etc. Don't be an idiot. Keep your head down, study, and find a solid mentor.

Response by Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2017 9:47 PM

Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 21:47:51 -0400

While going through EMT phase, study, study, study. I used the app “EMT Pass” to help me prepare. When you switch over to Whiskey phase, never stop practicing all the tasks. Be a good Soldier and follow the rules, even when “you think” nobody is watching and don’t fall victim to peer pressure. AIT will be over before you know it.

Response by SSG Kasius McCall made Oct 29 at 2017 10:10 PM

SSG Kasius McCall — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 22:10:43 -0400

Right place, right time, right uniform.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2017 10:12 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 22:12:30 -0400

Study, study, study.... The first phase of training is civilian based course. A lot of good soldier wash out because they cannot pass the NREMT. If you make it past that then the mantra become practice. The Whiskey phase is not as mentally taxing but it will become very physical and more reliant on hands on skills. If you do get time off don’t waste it on drinking go out and enjoy San Antonio but in moderation. Good luck man, it’s a fun time.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2017 10:20 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 22:20:23 -0400

When do you expect to go to FSH?

Response by SSG Jessica Bautista made Oct 30 at 2017 12:11 AM

SSG Jessica Bautista — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 00:11:08 -0400

Stay awake and pay attention. Instructors will be highlighting what's on the test, so be sure you're awake for it.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 30 at 2017 2:55 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 02:55:31 -0400

My brother is a Medic, PT PT PT. Medics do a lot of carrying and running. Use your spare time to study. He said quite a few guys got dropped because they couldn't pass the tests.

EDIT

You'll be going to Fort Sam Houston

Response by SSG James Behnke made Oct 30 at 2017 7:01 AM

SSG James Behnke — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 07:01:27 -0400

Learn to line dance and get some cowboy boots/hats. Good ol' Tay-Hass!!

Response by SGT Jeff Raebel made Oct 30 at 2017 10:48 AM

SGT Jeff Raebel — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 10:48:26 -0400

Take advantage and shoot for flight medic. As a former dustoff medic I have to say it’s some of the best memories I have.

Response by SPC Esteban Nava made Oct 30 at 2017 11:00 AM

SPC Esteban Nava — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:00:40 -0400

I think the thing that helped the most if you're like me, to invest in some caffeine tablets, the days are relatively long in AIT, take one in the morning (or start off with half if you aren't used to caffeine) right before class and study. Go over your assessments with a buddy and stay focused. Get plenty of rest like you should. Don't take the training lightly, the NREMT is what knocked a lot of our class out. Keep your GPA above 80% in all your classes so you can get some extra time after AIT to be at home (hometown recruiting). And above all, enjoy San Antonio, it's a beautiful place man.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 30 at 2017 2:52 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:52:06 -0400

Dont get in trouble. Never rent a room at a nearby hotel, especially the La Quinta (they have bat phones straight back to the 232). Don't get married while in training. Don't get tattoos until you ARE a Medic. Study hard. And for god's sake, NEVER, EVER, pass out drunk during flutter kicks, in front of the CSM.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 30 at 2017 9:33 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 21:33:03 -0400

keep you nose clean you will have so much more fun if your not phase 4 the whole time. but STUDY STUDY STUDY. especially during emt phase

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 31 at 2017 3:55 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 03:55:48 -0400

It's too easy to get distracted. Don't get caught up in the mess of what others are doing. You'll carve your own path, and really, you are the only one who has control over whether or not you'll be selected for the opportunities to go to Airborne school, etc. Take PT seriously, study, have fun, don't get into a relationship, and enjoy your time there. It will be worth it. The heritage of medics is something to be very proud of. Always challenge yourself to learn something new about the medical field everyday. Hope this helps, best of luck.

Response by SGT Christopher Hayden made Nov 1 at 2017 10:35 AM

SGT Christopher Hayden — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 10:35:54 -0400

Stay away from the bad parts of San Antonio.

Response by SP5 Peter Keane made Nov 1 at 2017 1:47 PM

SP5 Peter Keane — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 13:47:40 -0400

Don't refer to yourself as a Combat Medic in front of someone wearing the CMB, until you have one yourself.

Response by PVT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 5 at 2017 8:09 PM

PVT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 05 Nov 2017 20:09:24 -0500

I understand there are many routes for a 68W to choose. I myself am very interested in becoming a line medic. Do you have any tips on how to maybe secure that route. I am first aid, cpr, and aed certified and i have been taking practice emt test so I will have a little jumpstart on other soldiers entering the field.

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 6 at 2017 6:17 AM

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 06:17:17 -0500

Study, alot, I'm currently at the school for 68W at JBSH and the course is shoved down your throat in roughly a 6 week span, although the NREMT course is normally a 6 month course. First test covers 8 chapters and is given to you 3-4 days after you start classes. Take good notes from the book and dont stress too hard, don't get sidetracked about things like holiday block leave and when it is, your platoon sergeants will take care of those things and let you know when it's time.

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 27 at 2017 12:11 AM

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 27 Dec 2017 00:11:06 -0500

You are going to hate your life every single day. I hated my life and wanted to off myself lol but it will eventually come to an end and you will get out of that hell hole.

Response by SPC William Weedman made Dec 7 at 2018 8:30 AM

SPC William Weedman — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 08:30:43 -0500

Old man answering from the days when 232 was known as Ft San Hilton and we were 91A. Monday-Friday stay awake, pay attention and make sure you understand what you are learning. Saturday and Sunday make any required formations, explore Ft San Houston and AMEDD history, explore San Antonio. If you are under 21 don’t even look at anything with alcohol in it. I still my photos from my time there, ran with a couple of guys that were more interested in passing AIT and exploring San Antonio than getting drunk and meeting the 1SG & CO and learning about Article 15s firsthand