DEVELOP THE SKILLS TO BE A LEADER
Officer Candidate School (OCS) is an intense leadership training ground.
Officer Strength Manager
Officer Strength Management
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
It's physically and mentally challenging, and not everyone's cut out for it.
Officer Candidate School (OCS)
Officer Candidate School (OCS) is an intense leadership training ground, usually attended by Soldiers already in the service. It is physically and mentally challenging; only some are cut out for it. Those who are accepted and make it through agree it is one of the most rewarding experiences of their lives. Whether they are a first-time Soldier or have prior military experience, OCS will transform Soldiers into effective leaders.
Where: Camp Ashland, Nebraska
When: A 12-month training: one weekend a month and two weeks in June and March
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)
Army ROTC is a college elective course that allows Army cadets to become officers straight out of college—the candidate's commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Nebraska Army National Guard. ROTC consists of both academic classes and hands-on training. This course presents both mental and physical challenges that will prepare the candidate to succeed in college and lead in the service. Participation takes a few hours per week, so it does not interfere with other academic studies, sports, or social life. Cadets learn about leadership and teamwork. They also have the opportunity to learn skills such as mountaineering, rappelling, and orienteering.
Specialty Branch
Specialty branch officers bring a professional knowledge to the Nebraska Army National Guard. Specialty Branches include Jag, Chaplain, and Medical.
Warrant Officer Candidate School (WOCS)
Warrant Officers are technical and tactical experts. Considered to be the best of the best in their field, becoming a Warrant Officer means you will be critical to administrating and executing plans, being the leader officers and enlisted personnel look to for advice and direction. Specialized training prepares you to be a technical and tactical expert in your concentration and an effective leader, instructor, and advisor to subordinates and commanders who depend on you. With over 40 different aviation and technical warrant specialties, you will likely have options based on your MOS (Military Occupational Specialty or your job in the Guard). Whichever Warrant Officer career you choose, you'll be on a path to higher rank and increased responsibility.
Contact
CW3 Penny F. Hytrek
Officer Strength Manager
Office: 402-309-1743
Cell: 402-417-3965
Email: penny.f.hytrek.mil@army.mil