http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/feed/? Latest topics Sun, 28 Dec 2008 22:25:12 GMT 10 http://i36.servimg.com/u/f36/12/96/99/51/logo11.jpg http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/feed/? http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/air-force-transfers-t32.htm perrydj1 I am an enlisted Air Force member who is putting together an application packet for Warrant Officer candidacy. I have been all over the different Army websites, and I have one question. What is Army life actually like. There is not a great deal of information out there regarding Army life. I'm really curious about Army life during deployments. Do you perform your MOS job while deployed? I understand the needs of the Army always come first, but I was wondering if the Army is similar to the ... General Discussion Sun, 28 Dec 2008 22:25:12 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/air-force-transfers-t32.htm#136 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/air-force-transfers-t32.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/school-dates-and-rfo-s-t14.htm adwhit1 Once you get selected, do not harass your branch, or the WOCS branch at USAREC. The guys are trying to get you into class as soon as possible. There is a method to the madness, so be patient. Ms. Osterman is the only one person and she is doing everything herself. Military Tue, 03 Jun 2008 16:33:45 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/school-dates-and-rfo-s-t14.htm#24 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/school-dates-and-rfo-s-t14.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physicals-f4/flight-physical-tomorrow-t18.htm Konig My flight physical is tomorrow. I'm a little nervous and hungry (no eating 12 hours prior). I'll post tomorrow with the results. Flight Physicals Sun, 08 Jun 2008 22:22:09 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physicals-f4/flight-physical-tomorrow-t18.htm#36 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physicals-f4/flight-physical-tomorrow-t18.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/dec-5th-report-date-t31.htm Kwizical Well I have 15 days until I seperate from the Navy and will be reporting to WOCS. I can't wait!!! General Discussion Mon, 03 Nov 2008 20:06:55 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/dec-5th-report-date-t31.htm#133 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/dec-5th-report-date-t31.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/chances-of-getting-picked-up-t30.htm flex1376 With an average of 400 applicants and only roughly 40 selectees the 153A Warrant Program is a difficult one. Here's my stats; I would appreciate any feedback as to my chances: E-5 (P) with five years all active. Three deployments two-Iraq one-Afghanistan (which I'm still in) Three Arcoms, Driver's Badge, Combat Medical Badge, and all the applicable deployment ribbons (i.e. OSR,ICM,ACM ect.) No college* 1018 hours of correspondence 119 AFAST score No waivers EMT-Certification WLC ... General Discussion Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:33:23 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/chances-of-getting-picked-up-t30.htm#132 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/general-discussion-f15/chances-of-getting-picked-up-t30.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/application-status-f13/my-application-t22.htm ssg.perkins More as a reminder to me than anything else. Still working on... Getting Flight Physical back from Ft. Rucker Getting BN CO, and CO's lOR Having a DA Photo Taken Updating my ERB Requesting a Moral Waiver Awaiting Transcripts for my Degrees Completion of a current PT Test Checklist endorsed by PSB Completed Items... AFAST Security Clearance LOR from Senior Warrant Resume DA Application Paperwork OMPF Files Statement of Understanding Application Status Sun, 06 Jul 2008 21:51:25 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/application-status-f13/my-application-t22.htm#65 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/application-status-f13/my-application-t22.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physical-f9/get-your-physical-done-by-an-t9.htm ErOkOnE Get your Flight physical done by an Army doctor. I went to an air force base initially. Though it was all good..then had to do the entire thing over again. Have your recruiter set you up with the army side of things...because the army knows what the army wants. Even if you get the physical printed out so you can hand carry it to a Navy, Air Force, Marine, or Coast Guard base, tell your recruiter you want to have it done by the Army. It will save you a headache and time. Also, if ... Flight Physical Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:51:49 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physical-f9/get-your-physical-done-by-an-t9.htm#12 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physical-f9/get-your-physical-done-by-an-t9.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/application-status-f13/my-packet-for-sept-08-board-t29.htm jkerrigan Name is Josh currently an 11B E-4 wit the 101st CAB.
Currently in the 'stan,with hopefully only a few more months left.
Realized Id have some down time and decided to go after a dream
of flying,so back in Apr. 08 I started my course on becoming a WO Aviator.
Turned my packet in at the end of July and am currently awaiting to hear
from the WO Selection Board in Sept.]]> Application Status Tue, 09 Sep 2008 08:09:58 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/application-status-f13/my-packet-for-sept-08-board-t29.htm#120 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/application-status-f13/my-packet-for-sept-08-board-t29.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/afast-f1/study-study-and-study-some-more-t7.htm ErOkOnE During the year and half that I was going through the WO selection process, I ran into so many people that just didn't do well with their AFAST. DONT BE CHEAP BUY YOURSELF THE STUDY GUIDE. I studied with "Learning Express-The Complet Perparation Guide-Military Flight Aptitude Tests 2nd edition" ISBN-13: 978-1-57685-460-0 ISBN-10: 1-57685-460-4 It cost about $24.95 and if you can't afford it, then go get a library card and get it from the library. AFAST Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:44:50 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/afast-f1/study-study-and-study-some-more-t7.htm#10 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/afast-f1/study-study-and-study-some-more-t7.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/how-to-request-t21.htm AngeloMileto Being new to the Army, I have absolutely no contacts. How does one go about requesting a letter of recommendation from an active or retired CW5 when you don't know any? Letters of Recommendation Help Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:37:14 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/how-to-request-t21.htm#59 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/how-to-request-t21.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/wocs-meeting-before-start-date-t23.htm WOCScott Wouldnt be a bad idea to have another forum for WOCs to get to know each other before getting to Rucker!? I start 04Dec....future 58 pilot! Military Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:41:52 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/wocs-meeting-before-start-date-t23.htm#67 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/wocs-meeting-before-start-date-t23.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/electronic-submission-t28.htm jlovell3
Please help me with this simple but confusing barricade.....

lovell]]> Resume Help Wed, 13 Aug 2008 05:26:54 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/electronic-submission-t28.htm#100 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/electronic-submission-t28.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/any-advice-would-be-great-t27.htm MTNGRUNT OK, i'm going to try to keep this short. I'm active duty E-4 11B. i'm on the last few months of my first deployment. I ETS July 09. All i want to do is be a 153A. I'v been racking my brains for months whether or not i should just ETS and submit a civilian packet or stay in and submit it from active duty. My problem is i have nothing special to offer. The only reason i don't stay in and submit from active duty is because i don't want to get stuck doing another deployment as 11B. What would ... Resume Help Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:22:37 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/any-advice-would-be-great-t27.htm#97 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/any-advice-would-be-great-t27.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/civilians-f12/what-i-submitted-t15.htm JEHELI Just wanted to post what I submitted: (although, not selected yet... June 9th, wish me luck!) -Prior Service, outstanding record -AFAST: 106 -APFT: 300 -GT: 115 -LOR: 6 total, very personal; MG, COL, COL, Air Force CPT (ERAU College Instructor), LTC (ex pilot), 1LT -BS in Professional Aeronautics (Honors: Cum Laude) -75 out of 75 board points -No Criminal Hx except for a couple of speeding tickets -No waivers -20/20 -10 hours fixed wing PP training This all ... Civilians Wed, 04 Jun 2008 16:17:20 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/civilians-f12/what-i-submitted-t15.htm#29 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/civilians-f12/what-i-submitted-t15.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/fyi-for-future-wocs-t26.htm GoMotherRucker I'm going to be hosting some live video if anyone is interested. I may end up making it password in order to get into it, but it will be a discussion type format where you can ask questions and I can possible answer them from my point of view. I'm a current flight student, been down here at Mother Rucker for about a year with about a possible 6 more months to go... who knows with all the flight bubbles down here... But any how if anyone is interested it will be streaming on www.justin.tv/gomotherrucker ... Military Fri, 01 Aug 2008 23:15:43 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/fyi-for-future-wocs-t26.htm#89 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/fyi-for-future-wocs-t26.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/da-forms-questions-f5/thanks-for-starting-this-site-t1.htm RamadiTaxiDriver ]]> DA Forms Questions Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:17:47 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/da-forms-questions-f5/thanks-for-starting-this-site-t1.htm#1 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/da-forms-questions-f5/thanks-for-starting-this-site-t1.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/looking-in-to-wocs-t25.htm RandallH1989 I am currently an E-3 in the Marine Corps, with just under a year of time in. I am scheduled to go to Iraq soon, so I won't be applying probably until afterwards. I think that will give me a bit more of an edge, since I don't have a lot of experience in the military yet. Anyways, I just wanted to ask what anybody thought my chances were of being accepted for 153A. I am 18 years old, and currently my only off-duty education is two college courses completed. My MOS is 0651, Data Network ... Resume Help Mon, 28 Jul 2008 02:45:24 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/looking-in-to-wocs-t25.htm#73 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/looking-in-to-wocs-t25.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/question-for-the-military-applicants-t24.htm 165grNosler
Just a little background on me: I am an AGR/USAR MSG, Special Missions NCO. I have 4 SFC Officer Accessions NCOs, their only job is to find and assist Reserve Soldiers with the TWO/WOFT and Officer Direct Appointment application process.]]> Resume Help Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:37:10 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/question-for-the-military-applicants-t24.htm#69 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/question-for-the-military-applicants-t24.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/my-credentials-t13.htm Kwizical AFPT 222.
GT score 116.
3 LOC 880A CWO4, O-4 Dept Head, O-6 Chief of staff.
1 pg resume.
5 yrs Outstanding Evaluations (Navy) Sustained Superior Performance.
NO waivers.
4 1/2yrs Sea time.
AAS degree.
Selected May 08]]> Military Fri, 30 May 2008 02:42:19 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/my-credentials-t13.htm#18 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/my-credentials-t13.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/re-format-for-lor-t17.htm blacksaber
SPC Groom]]> Letters of Recommendation Help Sun, 08 Jun 2008 20:04:33 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/re-format-for-lor-t17.htm#35 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/re-format-for-lor-t17.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/civilians-f12/a-note-to-civilians-wanting-to-become-warrant-officers-t2.htm ErOkOnE Whatever you do. Don't give up!!! Persistence is the key with your packet. You must continue to press your recruiter into doing what you want and that is to become a warrant officer. If that is your goal then pursue that and do not allow yourself to be convince to join enlisted first. Some recruiters will say that this is your best option and that it will be easy to come in as a WO after you've been in. I don't believe that. I think its harder. Your up against so many active duty applicants ... Civilians Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:24:27 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/civilians-f12/a-note-to-civilians-wanting-to-become-warrant-officers-t2.htm#5 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/civilians-f12/a-note-to-civilians-wanting-to-become-warrant-officers-t2.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physicals-f4/i-currently-hold-a-class-a-3-flight-physical-t19.htm kazansky23 Im a Marine Air Traffic Controller currently and I hold a class A-3 flight physical, I have no outstanding problems to note, but there is one thing I was curious about was vision, my eye sight uncorrected is about 20/180 or so and I was wondering if applying for the 153 mos if having poor eye sight is waiverable or do I need to get corrective surgery before I even try to apply? Flight Physicals Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:50:45 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physicals-f4/i-currently-hold-a-class-a-3-flight-physical-t19.htm#40 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physicals-f4/i-currently-hold-a-class-a-3-flight-physical-t19.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/also-starting-my-package-t20.htm kazansky23 I'm 23, Active duty Marine Corps, 7257, Air Traffic Controller, I scored a 265 out of possible 300 on the PFT fire a 344 out of 350 on the rifle range, and have approximately 23 credit per the navy.smart.mil transcripts that convert military studies to college credit. I also scored a 146 on the AFAST and I have a 116 GT, I'm 72 inches and weigh in a 160lbs but I have poor vision about 20/180 in each eye correctable to 20/20, I also currently hold a class A-3 Flight Physical havnt been tested ... Resume Help Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:57:10 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/also-starting-my-package-t20.htm#41 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/also-starting-my-package-t20.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/your-resume-t6.htm ErOkOnE Your resume shouldn't be a lie. It shouldn't be an exaggeration of the truth either. Be honest. There are many different formats for a resume. Although the WO website states they want the resume in a specific fashion, you can use their template with a skills based resume, job related resume, experience resume, etc. Don't limit yourself. Use a thesaurus! AGAIN USE A THESAURUS!!! Make sure you include all skills and educational milestones in your life that can be translated into ... Resume Help Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:39:26 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/your-resume-t6.htm#9 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/your-resume-t6.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/my-packet-t16.htm 21P to 210A Selected with over 12yrs in svc. Needed two waivers. 7 page resume Outstanding NCOERs (1,1 promote now last 5 years) Numerous duty positions, from line mechanic to BNCOC instructor. Associates degree with 130 college credits. MSM, 3 ARCOM, 4 AAM Don't know what else to say. Branch said I had little chance of being selected due to yrs in svc. I submitted my packet anyway and was selected on my first look. Don't let anyone tell you that you can't do something. If you don't ... Military Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:59:20 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/my-packet-t16.htm#32 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/military-f11/my-packet-t16.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f6/don-t-slack-on-the-resume-t12.htm Kwizical I can't reinerate enough on how important the Resume is. Keep it simple I recommend 1 to 2 pages. Highlight all major accomplishments and make your summary the single most important aspect. make it STAND OUT!!! you have to understand these board members are reviewing hundreds of packages. and for people such as myself who are inter service transfers that is what will set us apart from the rest. Resume Help Thu, 29 May 2008 17:31:00 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f6/don-t-slack-on-the-resume-t12.htm#17 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f6/don-t-slack-on-the-resume-t12.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physical-f9/differences-t11.htm Konig How different is getting the flight physical than the physical at meps? Flight Physical Mon, 12 May 2008 02:54:22 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physical-f9/differences-t11.htm#14 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/flight-physical-f9/differences-t11.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/starting-my-packet-t10.htm Konig I just posted this topic in the vertical reference forum. I'm 19. Active duty army, 19k (tanker). I just took the afast on friday and scored a 129. My GT score is 113. My PT score is 270. I have no criminal record. I'm working on my associates degree in aviation science right now. I have no letters of recommendation. I was waiting to get my physical done first to see if I actually was qualified to do it. (Stationed at Ft. Hood, trying to get one scheduled this week) I'm 5'7 165-70. No health ... Resume Help Mon, 12 May 2008 02:47:24 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/starting-my-packet-t10.htm#13 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f2/starting-my-packet-t10.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/afast-f8/study-study-and-study-some-more-t8.htm ErOkOnE During the year and half that I was going through the WO selection process, I ran into so many people that just didn't do well with their AFAST. DONT BE CHEAP BUY YOURSELF THE STUDY GUIDE. I studied with "Learning Express-The Complete Perparation Guide-Military Flight Aptitude Tests 2nd edition" ISBN-13: 978-1-57685-460-0 ISBN-10: 1-57685-460-4 It cost about $24.95 and if you can't afford it, then go get a library card and get it from the library. Also, if you've ... AFAST Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:47:40 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/afast-f8/study-study-and-study-some-more-t8.htm#11 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/afast-f8/study-study-and-study-some-more-t8.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f6/helpful-hints-t5.htm ErOkOnE Your resume shouldn't be a lie. It shouldn't be an exaggeration of the truth either. Be honest. There are many different formats for a resume. Although the WO website states they want the resume in a specific fashion, you can use their template with a skills based resume, job related resume, experience resume, etc. Don't limit yourself. Use a thesaurus! AGAIN USE A THESAURUS!!! Make sure you include all skills and educational milestones in your life that can be translated into ... Resume Help Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:36:25 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f6/helpful-hints-t5.htm#8 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/resume-help-f6/helpful-hints-t5.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-f7/your-letters-should-t4.htm ErOkOnE As the Warrant Officer Recruiting website states...your letters should be personal. They should not be general....in other words if I take your name off the top and replace it with mine, if the letter is still true...then its too general. Make sure the letters include things that you have done personally and have the officer or whomever tie that into your character as a person. Don't be afraid to ask the officials in the area. Congressmen and congresswomen. Judges, police officers, lawyers, ... Letters of Recommendation Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:32:10 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-f7/your-letters-should-t4.htm#7 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-f7/your-letters-should-t4.htm http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/your-letters-should-t3.htm ErOkOnE As the Warrant Officer Recruiting website states...your letters should be personal. They should not be general....in other words if I take your name off the top and replace it with mine, if the letter is still true...then its too general. Make sure the letters include things that you have done personally and have the officer or whomever tie that into your character as a person. Don't be afraid to ask the officers in your chain of command. (but use the chain of command in order to speak ... Letters of Recommendation Help Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:28:55 GMT http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/your-letters-should-t3.htm#6 http://wocsapplicants.youneed.us/letters-of-recommendation-help-f3/your-letters-should-t3.htm