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How long does training take in the army?
8 weeks of basic training (BCT), and 3 weeks to 2 years of advanced individual training (AIT, depending on the jod being trained for.
What is a medic who is training called?
For the US Army during the Vietnam War, men went to boot camp (called Basic Infantryman Combat Training). After successfully completing boot camp, they went to AIT; Advanced Individual Training. 1. AIT-Armor Crewman (tank crewmen) 2. AIT-Infantryman (grunt) 3. AIT-Engineers 4. AIT-Cooks 5. AIT-Truck drivers 6. AIT-Artilleryman 7. AIT-Mortarman 8. AIT-Medic etc.
What are some jobs in the army that require special training?
EVERY occupation in the Army requires you go through AIT for that occupational specialty.
How long does advanced individual training in the army last?
The length of time of advance individual training (AIT) in the US Army depends on the MOS. Some require only a few weeks, while others may take more than one year.
Is US Army AIT training equivalent to degree-level education?
No, it is not, although some MOS have an AIT in which you receive some college credit for completion. @BurningSaviour Do you learn as much?
What do you do when your finish with basic training?
Depends on your MOS. In you're in an MOS which has One Station Unit Training (such as Army infantry), you would simply continue on as you had before, since you do your Basic and AIT in one package. If you had to go to another post for your AIT, then you'd do that.
How long is cavalry Scout AIT?
Cavalry Scout Advanced Individual Training (AIT) typically lasts around 16 weeks at Fort Benning, Georgia. During AIT, soldiers receive specialized training in reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition skills.
How long is basic training for the army?
BCT (Basic Combat Training) lasts nine weeks, and all recruits go through it. AIT (Advanced Individual Training) lasts different durations based on the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) the recruit has chosen.
Where is Army Band AIT training?
Army Band Advanced Individual Training (AIT) is conducted at Fort Jackson in South Carolina. This training program focuses on developing musicians' skills and knowledge specific to military band duties, including performance, music theory, and leadership. Soldiers receive instruction on various instruments and participate in ensemble performances.
How long between training and posting in the army?
It can be right away, or it could be up to a month, if you decide to take leave time after AIT or OSUT and get selected for Hometown Recruiting. It depends on where they need you and how quickly.
Can I split army reserve training over months?
You can split it into two parts, BCT and AIT, it's for reserve components only
How long is National Guard mobilization?
How long your training in the National Guard depends on what your MOS (your job) is. The least technical jobs are shorter in length, while the more technical jobs are generally greater in length. If you want an estimate, you can expect training to be a minimum of 13 weeks, with some of the longer training to be over a year. Again, it all depends on how technical your MOS is.
