The toughest thing you've ever done. Training is a benefit of service that starts the day you enlist. In fact, you may spend most of your first year in training - and that's just the beginning. In the military you will be given continuous training and opportunities to learn new skills throughout your career. 

 

 

First Things First: Basic Training 

Basic Training, also referred to as "BCT," is 10 weeks of extremely intense military training which, depending on your MOS (Military Occupational Specialty), is conducted at one of the several US Army BCT locations throughout the U.S., from Georgia to South Carolina. 

If you have the courage to succeed, "Basic" will help you develop into a mature, highly disciplined, and fully capable Warrior. During this time, Drill Sergeants will teach you how to care for yourself and others, function as a member of a team and achieve success together. 

 

 

From Civilian to Soldier in 10 Weeks Flat

The Drill Sergeant is responsible for ensuring recruits are fully prepared to meet everyday challenges, from dangers on the battlefield to the challenges of life on base. You will be given the tools necessary to perform given tasks with efficiency, courage and the confidence to succeed in the face of adversity. 

Basic Training includes first aid, nuclear, biological and chemical skills, rifle marksmanship, tactics and other related topics. Training also focuses on the customs, traditions and history that have made the U.S. Army, Army Reserve and Army National Guard respected around the world. 

Above All, Remember These Tips About Basic Training:

  • Basic Training is mostly a mind game. It's designed to take the civilian out of you and replace it with a top-notch military servicemember. Thousands of young men and women have survived basic before you - just roll with it.
  • Keep a good attitude. Remember, EVERYONE gets chewed out in basic training, even when they have done well. It won't be this way after you graduate Basic.
  • Never, ever, make excuses. Unless you are asked to explain yourself, explanations are seen as excuses, so just say "Yes, Drill Sergeant" and take the chewing out.
  • Do exactly what you're told to do, when you're told to do it, and how you're told to do it. Don't be inventive.
  • If you're "on time," then you're late. Always be where you're supposed to be five minutes early.

 

 

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