What does 11B AIT look like for prior service?

Cpl Jonathan H. — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 22:26:29 -0400

I have been looking into re-enlisting into the Army as I finish up my college courses and get my degree, eventually leading me to apply for OCS while enlisted in about a year or two. I EASed from the USMC in 2016 as an E4/Cpl, and have been out long enough that the recruiter told me I would have to attend AIT, but not BCT. I was an 0311 in the Marine Corps, so 11B made sense to me as it is a job I know and can just bust the rust off of.

So, being prior service, what would AIT look like for me? I looked up the prior service regulations for training under TR350-6, and it stated (within my understanding) that prior service have different treatment standards, and that they can even be used as assistant cadre. I am just looking for a more “realistic” view on what it would look like because it is often true that regulations are understood differently by some than others, and that the picture being painted isn’t necessarily how it actually works.

Thank you.

Response by CPL Douglas Chrysler made Jun 9 at 2020 10:41 PM

CPL Douglas Chrysler — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 22:41:13 -0400

The one thing you don't want to say is something like "Well, in the CORP we would do it this way" or something to that effect. The Cadre will respect your prior service, but you referring to will sound like you are undermining your new associates.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 10 at 2020 12:34 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 00:34:51 -0400

I took the reclass course last year through the National Guard through the Indiana RTI. Message me if you’re joining through a NG contract with an OCS track.

Response by SGT Justin Brothen made Jun 10 at 2020 1:10 AM

SGT Justin Brothen — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 01:10:17 -0400

It will essentially be a good refresher for you, use your experience and help the new guys struggling.

Response by CPT Lawrence Cable made Jun 10 at 2020 7:57 AM

CPT Lawrence Cable — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 07:57:24 -0400

Granted it has been a few years since I went through OSUT, but then the Cadre generally tagged the prior service and older guys for leadership jobs. There were a number of Vietnam Era Marines that went through with me (all the way from day one, but all had been out awhile) and the Infantry ones were made Student Platoon Sergeants. Do your job and the Cadre will generally show you the respect that you have earned.
I think the only big changes you are going to see in the Army is more toys, better supply chain and faster advancement. I would suggest getting an Airborne Contract, it's a lot easier to get it on enlistment than later. Also, if you ever decide to try out for Rangers or SF, you have that box checked.

Response by SSG Brian L. made Jun 10 at 2020 8:37 PM

SSG Brian L. — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 20:37:09 -0400

If you have specific questions feel free to message me directly. Typically higher standards will be expected of you and of course leave your bad habits behind you so that new trainees don't pick them up. With that being said if you aren't a dirtbag you should be treated very well in comparison to new trainees.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 11 at 2020 6:36 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 18:36:19 -0400

I'm currently at Benning preparing to be a DS here and so far from what I've seen, the prior service guys have it alot better than the other guys. The ones at the Battalion I'm at have their phones and don't really get yelled at but are expected to be leaders. So if you aren't a turd it shouldn't be that bad for you. But it is 22 weeks for Infantry OSUT so that part kinda sucks.

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 15 at 2020 9:09 PM

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 21:09:37 -0400

I'm not sure about active duty but if you're joining the national guard, you'll be sent to a 2 week course. It's pretty chill but ALOT is expected of you. It's a good time

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 21 at 2020 10:21 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:21:32 -0400

How is it going I'm headed that way to reclass next month as a ps with no break in service

Response by SPC Darren Lopez made Sep 5 at 2021 6:23 PM

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