13B10 MOST

The goal of this course is to train Soldiers to perform the duties of a field artillery Cannon Crewman. Soldiers will be trained on the duties of cannon crewman in the field artillery. Soldiers will be required to perform Skill Level 1 tasks in a field artillery howitzer section.

This course will provide the Soldier with the basic skills to include critical combat survival skills and the duties of a Soldier in a field artillery howitzer section. This course will instruct Soldiers in the identification of howitzers, the techniques of handling ammunition, setting fuses, preparing charges, loading and firing howitzers, maintenance, and communications.

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must be physically qualified or possess a valid waiver according to AR 40-501 and meet the physical standards of AR 600-9. All Soldiers must meet the requirements of AR 611-201 for MOS 13B. Reclassification students must be assigned to, or pending assignment to, a 13B MOS position and not have been previously awarded the 13B MOS.

Class Notes:  All soldiers are required to complete the OPAT at their home units and must complete the high physical demands task in phase 1 of the course.  The minimum PUHLES score required to attend this course is 111121 

Course Contact Information:

DSN: 491-8927

COMM: 717-861-8927

13B30 ADVANCED LEADERS COURSE

In the FA Cannon Section Chief Course soldiers will receive common training and technical training based on the Soldier's unit of assignment.  Soldiers will train on M109A6, M777A2 and M119A2/3. Training is also conducted on the Aiming Circle, Gun Laying Positioning System (GLPS), Howitzer Safety, Artillery Skill Proficiency Tests (ASPT), Military Decision Making Process (MDMP), Section Certification and Qualification.  The capstone training event for this phase is the Live Fire Field Training Exercise where each Noncommissioned Officer demonstrates their hands on mastery level of proficiency on all critical tasks.

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must be physically qualified or possess a valid waiver according to AR 40-501 and meet the physical standards of AR 600-9.

Class Notes: The minimum PUHLES score required to attend this course is 111121.  Soldiers will also be administered an APFT upon arrival to the course.

Course Contact Information

DSN: 491-8927

COMM: 717-861-8927

13B40 SENIOR LEADER COURSE

The goal of this course is to train the field artillery cannon platoon sergeant to perform in the rank of SFC. All Soldiers will be trained to perform the duties of a platoon sergeant, gunnery sergeant, or chief of a firing battery. Soldiers will also be trained to assume the duties of the executive officer or platoon leader in their absence.

This course focuses on the duties of the platoon sergeant, gunnery sergeant, and chief of firing battery. These duties include: emplacement of weapons systems, fire control, maintenance, FA ammunition, the mission and duties of the FA battery, fire commands, communications, hasty survey, and land navigation.

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted personnel selected for attendance by DA (active Army) or recommended by unit commander (reserve component). Soldiers reporting for training must be physically qualified or possess a valid waiver according to AR 40-501 and meet the physical standards of AR 600-9. All Soldiers must be qualified in the 13B MOS. Attending Soldiers must meet the requirements outlined in AR 351-1 and be a SSG or SFC

Class Notes: The minimum PUHLES score required to attend this course is 111121.  Soldiers will also be administered an APFT upon arrival to the course.

Course Contact Information

DSN: 491-8927

COMM: 717-861-8927

13F10 MOST

Purpose: This course is designed to teach the skills needed to perform as a 13F Fire Support Specialist, skill level 1, as a member of a Fire Support Team.

Phase Scope: Soldiers will arrive at their Units able to locate and conduct a call for fire on a target. Primary focus will be in utilizing current technology (DAGR, PFED, LLDR, VIPER), and they will develop the confidence to support a maneuver element with Surface to Surface Fires in combat.

Phase Prerequisites: Active Army and Reserve component enlisted personnel upon entry into MOS 13F1O. The soldier must meet the enlistment standards prescribed in DA Pam 611-21 for MOS 13F FA Fire Support Specialist and completed Basic Combat Training (BCT). INTERIM SECRET security clearance required. Requirements for a SECRET eligibility is effective 01 October 2013, for all new accessions and reclassification into MOS 13F to maintain the MOS.

Special Information: Soldiers who graduate 250-13F1O Fire Support Specialist AIT after 18 November 2015; will not be able to, nor required to attend the Precision Fires functional courses: Target Mensuration Only Certification, 2E-F276/250-F66; Collateral Damage Estimation, 2E-F278/250-F68; and Weaponeering Certification, 2E-F277/250-F67.

COMM: 717-861-8181

​ABIC ARMY BASIC INSTRUCTOR COURSE

The goal of this course is to train Soldiers on how to instruct Soldiers using the total Army instructor training system.

This course instructs the Soldier in the areas of course objectives and requirements, student and instructor roles and responsibilities, ABIC definitions, adult communications and learning theories, training session development concepts, and instructor methodologies presented by students through practical exercise and presentations.

Class Notes:

• Make sure you bring a pre-execution checklist
• Report for in processing in by 0800 hrs on the first day of the course
• Classroom uniform is ACU

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must be physically qualified or possess a valid waiver according to AR 40-501 and meet the physical standards of AR 600-9.

Course Contact Information

DSN: 491-8927

COMM: 717-861-8927

SGITC SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSE

The goal of this course is to train Soldiers on how to instruct Soldiers as a small group leader or facilitator.

This course instructs the Soldier in the areas of applying specified small group methods while developing team building skills and facilitating the group process, developing decision making/problem solving skills, modeling army leader values and applying communication skills.

Class Notes:

• Make sure you bring a pre-execution checklist
• Report for in processing NLT 0800 hrs on the first day of the course
• Classroom uniform is ACU

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must be physically qualified or possess a valid waiver according to AR 40-501 and meet the physical standards of AR 600-9. All Soldiers must have completed a Total Army Instructor Course (TAITC) or another TRADOC approved instructor training course and be assigned as a group leader/facilitator.

Course Contact Information

COMM: 717-861-8181

TQC TAC QUALIFICATION COURSE

The TAC Qualification Course (TQC) provides the future TAC officer or NCO with the required knowledge and skills essential for the maintenance of the OCS environment. Students of TQC are expected to demonstrate proficiency in all training objectives. In addition to classroom practical exercises, the TAC must devote a certain amount of independent study to read-ahead assignments. The TQC student must accomplish several lessons through his own independent initiatives and validate his understanding of the training objectives with the instructor. Graduates of TQC possess the essential skills and required knowledge to effectively manage the OCS program.

Class Notes: Quarters are available on-site at the 166th Regiment facility starting the night prior to the first day of class for ADT and Thursday night for IDT classes. Students desiring a room at the 166th should contact the S-4 between 0800-1600 (M-F) at 717-861-8831. Linen will be provided. Students will need to bring personal hygiene, towels and comfort items. Billets and mess hall are within 100 meters of the classroom building.

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted or officer personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must meet the physical standards of AR 600-9. Students may not be on a physical profile. All Soldiers must be a graduate of OBC, ANCOC, or warrant officer basic course. The minimum rank for student attendance is SFC for NCO's, and 1LT or CW2 for officers. A Soldier who is currently one grade below the minimum rank requirements may attend TQC with the approval of his/her BN commander.

Course Contact Information

DSN: 491-2483

COMM: 717-861-2483

OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL (OCS)

Course Overview

a. General: Reserve component OCS is a 12- to 15-month (traditional program) or 8-week (accelerated program) Leaders’ Course of Instruction, taught in a high-stress environment, during which the cadre develop and evaluate the performance of the candidates as it relates to their potential for commissioning as second lieutenants in the Total Force.

b. Program of Instruction (POI): United States Army Infantry School (USAIS) prepares, publishes, and distributes the OCS Course Management Plan (CMP) and Program of Instruction (POI). The course of instruction will not exceed 16 months and is presented in three phases. The OCS Battalion or Company Commander directs phase advancement, dependent on candidate performance and completion of requisites.

(1) PHASE 0. Although not a formal POI phase, traditional OCS programs typically conduct a three to five month IDT period Phase 0 program. This phase consists of instruction in basic Soldier skills, drill and ceremony, physical training, and administrative preparation. The goal is to prepare prospective candidates to succeed in OCS. Each Phase 0 candidate must pass the three event APFT in order to advance to Phase I.

(2) PHASE I. Consists of one 16-day annual training period, which includes a travel day. Training focuses on the individual, squad and platoon levels. Candidates receive military subject, land navigation, and leadership training under high stress conditions. Candidates in Phase I maintain a climate of strict discipline as the cadre convey OCS standards to the candidates and then expect the candidates to meet these standards. Candidates train under extremely demanding mental and physical conditions.

(3) PHASE II. In the traditional program, Phase II occurs during IDT weekends, between the first and second annual training periods. In the Accelerated Program, Phase II is a four week ADT period. Phase II is characterized by increased platoon trainer officer teaching and a slight reduction in stress producing situations. Training focuses on the individual, squad, and platoon levels. During this phase, candidates continue to perfect the skills learned in the basic phase and strive for tactical and small unit leadership skills and confidence. Candidates will assume additional responsibilities designed to refine their leadership skills through additional challenges of maintaining a completely functional student chain of command.

(4) PHASE III. This final phase consists of one 16-day annual training period, which includes a travel day. Training occurs at individual, squad, and platoon level; with the focus on tactical operations and field leadership. Officer candidates focus on polishing leadership skills. The main focus is leadership, but application of tactics through leadership is the mode of evaluation. The platoon trainer officer role is that of a teacher, mentor and role model. This phase is the final refining of the candidate done by the cadre to ultimately prepare the candidate for the officer environment.

Course Standards

a. The standards required of an officer candidate will be of the highest order.  Character and integrity must be an inspiration to others and conduct at all times must be above reproach.  Personal appearance, military bearing and military courtesy will be of the highest standard at all times. Proactive, not reactive, leadership is the goal.

b. Officer candidates must meet the following standards necessary for graduation from OCS:

(1) ACADEMICS. Pass all examinations.

(2) LEADERSHIP.  Serve in various command positions during all phases of training and achieve at least one satisfactory leadership rating in Phases II and III.  

(3) MORAL CHARACTER.  Each officer candidate must have high moral character considered necessary for a commissioned officer.

(4) MEDICAL.  Each officer candidate must pass a physical examination as prescribed for appointment as an officer in AR 40-501.

(5). PHYSICAL FITNESS.  Each officer candidate must score a minimum of 60 points on each event of the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) with a minimum total score of 180 points, IAW NGR 600-100 and FM 7-22.  A large portion of the OCS environment is physical conditioning and requires stamina.  Each officer candidate must participate in scheduled physical training.  Candidates must complete all foot marches within prescribed standards.  During Phase I candidates will complete a six mile foot march.  During Phase II candidates must complete nine-mile foot and twelve-mile foot marches.  Candidates who fail to meet the standard will be allowed one retest.

(6) WEIGHT STANDARDS.  All officer candidates must meet the weight standards as published in AR 600-9.

(7) ATTENDANCE.  Each officer candidate is expected to attend ALL training periods.  The loss of 12 hours of training is grounds for dismissal.

13B10 MOST

The goal of this course is to train Soldiers to perform the duties of a field artillery Cannon Crewman. Soldiers will be trained on the duties of cannon crewman in the field artillery. Soldiers will be required to perform Skill Level 1 tasks in a field artillery howitzer section.

This course will provide the Soldier with the basic skills to include critical combat survival skills and the duties of a Soldier in a field artillery howitzer section. This course will instruct Soldiers in the identification of howitzers, the techniques of handling ammunition, setting fuses, preparing charges, loading and firing howitzers, maintenance, and communications.

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must be physically qualified or possess a valid waiver according to AR 40-501 and meet the physical standards of AR 600-9. All Soldiers must meet the requirements of AR 611-201 for MOS 13B. Reclassification students must be assigned to, or pending assignment to, a 13B MOS position and not have been previously awarded the 13B MOS.

Class Notes:  All soldiers are required to complete the OPAT at their home units and must complete the high physical demands task in phase 1 of the course.  The minimum PUHLES score required to attend this course is 111121 

Course Contact Information:

DSN: 491-8927

COMM: 717-861-8927

FOUNDATION INSTRUCTOR-FACILITATOR COURSE (FIFC)

Purpose: The Foundation Instructor Facilitator Course (FIFC) is designed to train new instructors to deliver basic instructional and facilitation techniques and methods. This course is comprised of two phases. Phase I is delivered via self-paced interactive multimedia instruction (IMI) and prepares students for the Phase II resident lessons. Phase II is an 8-day comprehensive training program that prepares students for instructor/facilitator certification.

Phase Scope: FIFC Phase II is designed to train U.S. Army instructor/facilitators to deliver training/education in the Total Army School System. FIFC Phase II provides hands on application “learning by doing” by developing, previewing, presenting, practicing and performing the task to standard during evaluation. FIFC consists of planning, preparing and presenting Army training/education. The basic method for Army instructor/facilitators is previewing and presenting the task, practicing the task, and performing the task to standard during evaluation. This method is enhanced during the course by applying a variety of presentation and practice methods and training techniques. The course also addresses how instructor/facilitators motivate Soldiers and solve Soldier performance problems using positive reinforcement, on-the-spot corrections, and Soldier counseling.

Phase Prerequisites: Students enrolled in FIFC must be military E6 or above, (Active Component/Reserve Component/National Guard Bureau) assigned or pending assignment as an instructor or Department of Army civilian or authorized contract personnel assigned as training/education instructors, developers, training managers, and writers.  Students must pass FIFC Phase I with a score of 80% or higher prior to attending Phase II.  Military must meet height and weight standards in accordance with (IAW) Army Regulation (AR) 600-9 and (AR) 614-200 and pass most recent Army Physical Fitness Test.

Special Information: Phase II of FIFC is facilitated face-to-face using blended learning technologies that require a classroom with distributed learning capabilities to include Blackboard access and other supporting instructional technologies as needed such as Internet, email, chat, Wiki and Blogs.

COMM: 717-861-8181

PLATOON TRAINER QUALIFICATION COURSE (PTQC)

The Platoon Trainer Qualification Course (PTQC) provides the future Platoon Trainer Officer or NCO with the required knowledge and skills essential for the maintenance of the OCS environment. Students of PTQC are expected to demonstrate proficiency in all training objectives. In addition to classroom practical exercises, the PTO must devote a certain amount of independent study to read-ahead assignments. The PTQC student must accomplish several lessons through his own independent initiatives and validate his understanding of the training objectives with the instructor. Graduates of PTQC possess the essential skills and required knowledge to effectively manage the OCS program.

Class Notes: Quarters are available on-site at the 166th Regiment facility starting the night prior to the first day of class for ADT and Thursday night for IDT classes. Students desiring a room at the 166th should contact between 0800-1600 (M-F) at 717-861-2483. Linen will be provided. Students will need to bring personal hygiene, towels and comfort items. Billets and mess hall are within 100 meters of the classroom building.

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted or officer personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must meet the physical standards of AR 600-9. Students may not be on a physical profile. All Soldiers must be a graduate of OBC, SLC, or warrant officer basic course. The minimum rank for student attendance is SFC for NCO's, and 1LT or CW2 for officers. A Soldier who is currently one grade below the minimum rank requirements may attend PTQC with the approval of his/her BN commander.

Course Contact Information

DSN: 491-2483

COMM: 717-861-2483

TACTICAL CERTIFICATION COURSE (TCC)

The Tactical Certification Course (TCC) is five days in duration consisting of focuses on Army doctrine and the foundations for tactical planning the organization of an Infantry Rifle Squad and Platoon, Light Infantry Platoon defensive planning, the offense, and Light Infantry Platoon in the attack.

a.  PURPOSE: To ensure standardization of tactical doctrine for instructors, leaders, and other infantry tactics trainers.

b.  SCOPE: Army Doctrine (As outlined in ADP 3-0, ADP 5-0 and ADP 3-90) and foundations for tactical planning and execution to include Unified Land Operations, Troop Leading Procedures, Orders, Operational Terms and Military Symbols, Defensive and Offensive Tasks. You will be required to meet the minimum POI standards in order to graduate.

c.  REQUIREMENTS: During TCC students will be required to satisfactory complete the following: 

1. Participate in all classroom discussions.

2. Complete all homework assignments.

3. Students cannot miss more than 1 hour of training.

4. Instructors will review and approve the Students operation order before presentation.

5. Achieve a minimum of 70% or better on the presentation of Operations Order Performance Evaluation.

6. Achieve a minimum of 70% or better on the Tactical Certification Final Examination.

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted or officer personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must meet the physical standards of AR 600-9. Students may not be on a physical profile. All Soldiers must be a graduate of OBC, ALC, or warrant officer basic course. The minimum rank for student attendance is SSG for NCO's, and 2LT or W1 for officers. A Soldier who is currently one grade below the minimum rank requirements may attend TCC with the approval of his/her BN commander.

Course Contact Information

DSN: 491-2483

COMM: 717-861-2483

WARRANT OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL (WOCS)

The mission of the Warrant Officer Candidate School is to educate, train, and inspire candidates so that each graduate is an officer who is a leader of character committed to doing what is right legally, morally, and ethically both on or off duty. An officer who is committed to professional growth through life-long learning; and who embraces the requirements of selfless service to subordinates, superiors, our Nation, and the Constitution. Training, Advising, and Counseling (TAC) Officers along with academic instructors prepare, coach, teach, mentor, train, advise plus counsel candidates, preparing them to assume responsibilities of a U.S. Army officer. They will also identify those candidates who fail to achieve the academic, leadership, discipline, character, physical, and mental standards expected of an Army Warrant Officer.

There are experiential learning events throughout the program, particularly warrior tasks and battle drills related activities that provide leadership opportunities while emphasizing lessons relevant to the OE. These activities are incorporated within a one-week field leadership exercise (FLX). This key event provides candidates expanded opportunities to apply flexible, adaptive leadership principles in stressful, sometimes ambiguous, situations to reinforce and build upon previous classroom theory studies and discussion.

PREPARE PHYSICALLY! You will participate in daily physical training to include weekly foot marches up to 10K. Condition yourself in advance and bring comfortable boots (FM 7-22, Army Physical Readiness Training, and FM 21-18, Foot Marches, are good references).

WOCS Requirements and special instructions are found in the welcome letter and accompanying orientation packet. The packet includes:

• A checklist for candidates.
• Physical requirements.
• Security clearance requirements.
• Packing lists for required items.
• A list of prohibited items.

Phase 1 of WOCS is available as either distributed learning (DL) or resident training.

Phase 1 (DL). Once you have been enrolled in ATRRS for Course 911-09W (DL) go to  https://cgsc2.leavenworth.army.mil/students/WOCS/index.asp to complete the DL course registration process.

1. NCOs who are fully qualified/selected (FQS) and fall into one of the following categories are required to complete the Phase 1 (DL) instead of the resident Phase 1. 

  a. Be at least an Army or USMC E-5 or above prior to entering the program and a graduate of the BLC/WLC/PLDC (or equivalent), or

  b. USAF, USN, or USCG in the grade of E5 or above, who have previously completed Army or USMC basic training, and are graduates of the BLC/WLC/PLDC (or equivalent).

2. Phase 1 (DL) must be completed within 90 days from enrollment into SMS, but not later than 14 days prior to attending resident WOCS Phase 2 at ARNG Regional Training Institute (RTI) locations, whichever occurs first.

3. WOCS DL students must bring their grades, autobiography, and essay with them when reporting for Phase 2 resident.

RAVEN SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (SUAS) 4D-F8/600-F19

The goal of this course is to train Soldiers on how to instruct Soldiers using the One Army School System

This course instructs the Soldier in the areas of the Small Unmanned Aircraft System in a classroom and field environment. Students will perform day and night operations, maintenance, and practical/ tactical employment of the system. At the completion of training students will be assessed on their ability to operate the SUAS system in a scenario based situation.

Class Notes:

• Make sure you bring a copy of your orders
• Report for in processing in by 0800 hrs on the first day of the course
• Classroom uniform is ACU/OCP

Course Prerequisites: You must be active Army or reserve component enlisted personnel. Soldiers reporting for training must be physically qualified or possess a valid waiver according to AR 40-501 and meet the physical standards of AR 600-9.

Course Contact Information

COMM: 717-861-8183