PSYOP and if age is a factor in getting selected?

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 14:32:55 -0400

I’m about to go to PsyOp Selection in the next couple of months. I have been forewarned that PSYOPs/ the Cadre have a large probability of making me a non-select due to age? Is PsyOps geared towards “age maturity” like that of SFAS? Would I have a high possibility of not getting selected due to the fact I am 19? Thanks for the support. Not looking for educated guesses. Primary sources are who I’m seeking out for these questions.

Response by SSG Steven Chirco made Aug 5 at 2019 3:05 PM

SSG Steven Chirco — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 15:05:39 -0400

I don’t think age is necessarily an automatic non-select. It’s more about using your intelligence and being able to think on your feet and adjust fire with little to no official guidance. You use the skills you gained as 11bangbang but you have to have the ability to operate autonomously, research a range of subjects in depth and multitask like a mofo. Confidence and the ability to orate are also paramount to doing this job.

Response by SGT Lori Adams made Aug 5 at 2019 3:41 PM

SGT Lori Adams — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 15:41:45 -0400

PSYOPS has a selection process now? When did that start?

I wanted to be an MP when I enlisted but the recruiter talked me into choosing PSYOPS. It was very useful when I got out and went into law enforcement though.

Response by CPL Gary Pifer made Aug 5 at 2019 6:00 PM

CPL Gary Pifer — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 18:00:52 -0400

The answer is "No" to all questions.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 8 at 2019 5:48 AM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 05:48:30 -0400

Run, Ruck, be able to write effectively. Be personable, and when in charge, be in charge, otherwise support your teammates.
Do this and you’ll be just fine.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 28 at 2019 11:17 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 23:17:44 -0400

Not to be overly semantic, but don’t say PsyOp, PsyOps or psyops. It’s stupid. The British say it that way. Just say PSYOP