Posted on Sep 9, 2019
Richard Washington
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I am currently finishing up my bachelor's in criminal justice and have been accepted in the master's program in order to get my MS in forensic science. In addition, I am an MP in the Reserves and a cadet in ROTC. I was 2 points off from the 110 GT score needed for warrant officer school, which is why I'm asking if I should just stay the commissioned officer route or retake the ASVAB in order to receive that GT score for warrant officer school.
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SFC Transfer Specialist / Precert Nurse
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No, Officers are in the admin positions only. They have nothing to do with investigations . Enlisted and Warrant Officers
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MAJ Ken Landgren
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I thought one needed 110 to go commissioned.
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Richard Washington
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As far as I can see that's no longer the case sir.
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Maj Kim Patterson
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Richard Washington I recommend sticking to the officer route,
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Richard Washington
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Why is that ma'am?
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CW3 CID Special Agent
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Richard Washington we have the "O to WO" program where you'll come into CID as a W2 (W2s are commissioned officers, WO1s are not)... so you'll retain your commission. If you really want to be a criminal investigator and plan on staying in the Army, it's a great career path. The call for Os to WOs comes out every now and again... not sure if it's currently open. I believe you have to be a Captain (non-p). Don't let anybody convince you NOT to do something especially over a stupid internet message board. Look into the program for yourself and determine if it's right for you. Best wishes.
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MAJ Ronnie Reams
MAJ Ronnie Reams
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Back in the day, before Ws had commissions, there were MP officers that commanded CID units and I think help positions in CIDC when it formed. Not sure what structure is now.
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