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| ROTC cadets receive hands on training. |
| As an ROTC cadet you will receive training that will prepare you for the challenges of being a leader in the United States Army. Cadets receive collective training as well as training geared toward specific class levels. |
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| “ROTC training has not always been easy, but it has benefited me both physically and mentally. The training and the skills required to organize and conduct the training can be applied in the corporate world or any other job market. When I was a freshman coming into the program, the physical training seemed overwhelming. But as the days went by I was able to adjust and better handle the training and the military environment. My training with the ROTC program has shown me that I have the ability to handle any situation. Now, as I am finishing my junior year of school, I can honestly say that each academic level of the ROTC program has prepared me for the next level. I have been able to apply the lessons learned from my Military Science class across the entire academic spectrum. The training I’ve received has been unique, and it has always created an atmosphere where want to learn and be challenged. I have gained many skills from participating in ROTC, but none can top the leadership, organizational, and management skills that I have gained. These skills will make me a successful Army officer and lead me to success in everything that I do in life.” |
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| CDT Nichole B. |
| Newport News, VA |
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It's Not For Everyone—
Just the Leaders of Tomorrow
The specific education you receive in Army ROTC will include things like leadership
development, military skills and adventure training. This will take place both in
the classroom and in the field, but you will have a normal daily schedule like all
college students. Army ROTC is comprised of two phases: Basic Course and Advanced Course.
Army ROTC Basic Course
The Basic Course normally takes place during your first two years in college as elective
courses. It normally involves one elective class or lab each semester. You will learn
basic military skills and the fundamentals of leadership, as well as start the groundwork
toward becoming an Army leader. You can take Army ROTC Basic Course without a military
commitment.
Leader's Training Course
Cadets take part in the Leader's Training Course when they enter Army ROTC going into
their junior year. This course, made up of four phases, allows Cadets to "catch up" to those
who joined in their freshman or sophomore years. The first phase introduces Cadets to the
Army and prepares them for the next three phases consisting of team building, leadership
development and Field Training Exercises.
Army ROTC Advanced Course
The Advanced Course takes place during your last two years in college as elective courses.
It normally includes one elective class or lab each semester, plus a summer leadership
course. You will learn advanced military tactics and gain experience in team organization,
planning and decision-making. Entering the Advanced Course requires a commitment to serve
as an Officer in the U.S. Army after you graduate.
Freshman Year: The Role Of The Army
- Roles and Origins of the Army
- Army Customs and Traditions
- Branches of the Army
- Military Operations and Tactics
Sophomore Year: The Role Of An Officer
- Role of the Officer and Noncommissioned Officer
- Communications
- Code of Conduct
- First Aid
- Principles of War
- Military Operations and Tactics
Junior Year: Small Unit Training
- Command and Staff Functions
- Nuclear, Biochemical and Chemical Warfare
- Law of War
- Weapons
- Human Behavior
- Math Reasoning
- Computer Science
- Military Operations and Tactics
Senior Year: Transition To Becoming An Officer
- Military Justice
- Intelligence and Electronic Warfare
- Army Personnel Management
- Army Logistics
- Post and Installation Support
- Military Operations and Tactics
Leader Development And Assessment Course
Every Army ROTC Cadet who enters into the Advanced Course attends the Leader Development
and Assessment Course. It's a four-week summer course to evaluate and train all Army ROTC
Cadets. This course normally takes place between your junior and senior years of college,
and is conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington.
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