Study the entire book. There is a lot of very important information in it. Pay particular attention to the list of items you cannot bring to boot camp, the 11 General Orders, and the Position of Attention. Also, prepare yourself for physical fitness training. Active-duty service is a full-time commitment for the period of the enlistment while reserve service is a part-time commitment, 2 days a month and 2 weeks a year.
Please note that reservists are subject to active-duty activation in times of national need. The United States Coast Guard is a military, multi-mission, maritime service within the Department of Homeland Security and one of the nation's five armed services. Its core roles are to protect the public, the environment and the U. These capabilities underpin our three broad roles: maritime safety, maritime security and maritime stewardship.
There are 11 missions that are interwoven within these roles:. Coast Guard personnel can be called upon to serve overseas during time of national emergency or on routine deployments of cutters overseas.
In fact, Coast Guard personnel have served in every major conflict including Desert Storm and the Iraq war. However, as a member of the Department of Homeland Security, the majority of Coast Guard assets are used to enforce the law on the seas, protect natural resources and the environment in the nation's ports, major waterways, and homeland coastal waters.
Located in New London, CT. About High School graduates enroll annually, leaving four years later with a Bachelor of Science degree and commission as an Ensign. Graduates experience much more than intellectual growth. The opportunity to develop physically, morally, and spiritually sets the Academy apart. Seventy percent compete in Division I and II intercollegiate sports. Cadets also earn a modest paycheck.
Graduates are obligated to serve for five years upon graduation. Applications are accepted on-line. The annual application deadline is February 1. There are no congressional nominations. We encourage you to talk personally with your Admissions Officer. Director of Admissions U.
Coast Guard Academy is a highly selective, degree granting institution that graduates commissioned officers. For more information, including eligibility requirements, visit the Coast Guard Academy website. In the Coast Guard, you can attend any training school you want, permitted you qualify for it. In addition, you need normal color vision to enter into the aviation rates, and any rate that requires you to navigate or work with electricity.
It is important to know that all of our schools have waiting lists. They range from a few months to over two years for some ratings. You must have a minimum of 30 months remaining on your enlistment before you can enter any Class A school. If the school you want has a very lengthy wait, you may need to extend your enlistment a number of months to bring the total left on your enlistment up to 30 months.
This is training for a specialty you have chosen. It may involve work details and duty, but the main focus is on technical and professional training.
You will be paid for every day you are in the Coast Guard. You will receive pay according to published pay schedules for your pay grade, in addition to any temporary duty or travel allowances due you. For reserve, depending on the program, you will receive boot camp and maybe A-school training. Weekend or weekday drills are considered training.
Basic training is tough. It's eight weeks of physical and mental challenges. We want to shape an individual into a fully prepared Coast Guardsman, who can take charge and react in the most harrowing situations. Upon graduation, he or she will be a stronger mentally and physically. After boot camp they will receive additional training depending upon their job specialty and enlistment status as either active duty or reserve. All incoming Coast Guardsmen earn a competitive salary based on rank and additional benefits that are hard for young people to come by in the civilian world like free medical, dental and eye care, and for active - duty members, possible housing, meal and uniform allowances.
In general, Reservists work alongside active duty men and women filling many of the same basic job functions. Some port security job functions are exclusive to the Reserve. Reserve needs differ by location, and it is important to check with your nearest Coast Guard recruiting office for the current opportunities available.
While Maritime Law Enforcement is primarily the responsibility of members assigned to the maritime enforcement ME rate, almost all members, in every specialty are able to train in and be involved with law enforcement. So if you are more interested in pursuing training in any of the other career fields such as electronics, culinary arts, logistics or naval engineering, you may still be trained in law enforcement tactics and apply them while serving.
Any member of the Coast Guard over the pay grade of E-4 is, by federal law, eligible to be trained as a law enforcement officer. It is recommended that you click here to speak with a chat representative. Your representative will have current information on the latest programs being offered.
Credentials can have a significant impact on a Coast Guard service member's career. Coast Guard training often aligns closely to civilian credentials. By visiting www. There is no cap on the number of credentials that can be obtained and the Coast Guard will support service members in identifying the various sources for funding credential, licensure, and certification renewals as part of the benefits package of military service.
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The qualification criteria include: You must be a U. You also must be between If you are 17, you'll need parental consent. Reservists must be between ages Prior-service personnel should contact their local recruiter for specific programs.
You must have a high school diploma. GEDs are accepted in rare circumstances. You can have no more than three dependents. Is there an opportunity to receive advanced training in the specialty? What happens if I am qualified and want to transfer to another specialty? For more information, please fill out the request form. As a member of the Coast Guard, do I get paid time off for maternity leave? If you are afraid of being in, on, or near the water, you are not eligible to apply.
Does the Coast Guard have information about opportunities for U. The huge minority base of the student population routinely receives scholarships to prestigious colleges and universities. The curriculum provides the students a challenging environment in which to learn.
During their "off" semester, the students are expected to participate in calisthenics, drill and extra-curricular activities. How will I transition back to the civilian world after my Coast Guard service commitment and does the Coast Guard help with job placement after I serve?
A steady income: You are paid twice a month, on the 1st and 15th. Advancement: You are promoted based on your knowledge of your chosen career field, your performance, time in pay grade, and time in service. Paid vacation: You earn 30 days each year. Training: All specialties in the Coast Guard are open to women.
You choose your career path based on your aptitude, physical abilities, security clearance, motivation and determination. Health care: While on active duty, you receive complete medical and dental care at no cost. Allowances: Housing and meals will be provided or you will receive extra allowances for them. Enlisted personnel receive a uniform allowance to help maintain uniforms. Tax advantage: Only your basic monthly pay is subject to federal or state income tax.
All other allowances are tax free. Tuition assistance: While on active duty or reserve, you are eligible to receive monetary assistance, defraying the cost of college-accredited courses. Additional benefits: There are exchange and commissary privileges, moving allowances, temporary lodging expenses, military air travel, retirement benefits, Veterans Administration home loans, and more. Following are the basic requirements for becoming a member of the Coast Guard: You must be a U.
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