The Army OCS was established in 1941 to provide Infantry officers for World War II. Through all of the years OCS has remained an important commissioning source for the Army National Guard.
Missouri's own General Omar Bradley is the man given credit for the final plans for OCS and establishing the format, discipline and honor code still used today. As Commandant of the Infantry School, GEN Bradley emphasized training and efficient organization.
The Missouri OCS tradition began almost 50 years ago when 38 soldiers received commissions as U.S. Army second lieutenants at the first Missouri OCS graduation in 1963.
The school was located at various locations across Missouri, and is now located at Fort Leonard Wood, MO.
LTG Clyde A. Vaughn, former Director of the Army National Guard, received his commission through the Missouri OCS program in 1974.

A graduate of Class 12, his OCS classmates include MG King E. Sidwell,

former Adjutant General of the Missouri National Guard; BG Marvin W. Pierson, former Assistant Adjutant General-Army;

and BG Michael B. Pace, former 35th Engineer Brigade commander.

OCS Mission:
Train selected personnel in the fundamentals of leadership and basic military skills; instill the professional and physical fitness ethic; evaluate leadership potential; and commission those who qualify as second lieutenants in the Total Force.
Course Overview:
a. 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 class performance.

Course Review (continued):
Pre-OCS
Although not a formal POI phase, traditional OCS programs typically conduct a three-IDT period Pre-OCS program.
This phase consists of instruction in:
Basic Soldier skills,
Drill and ceremony,
Physical training,
Administrative preparation.
The goal is to prepare prospective candidates to succeed in OCS.
Phase I

• Consists of one 15-day annual training period.
• Training focuses on the individual, squad and platoon levels.
• Candidates receive military subjects, land navigation, and leadership training under high stress conditions.
• Candidates in Phase I maintains a climate of strict discipline as the cadre show the candidates OCS standards and then expect the candidates to meet these standards.
• Candidates train under extremely demanding mental and physical conditions.

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.

Phase III

• Consists of one 15-day annual training period.
• 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 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.

Phase / Graduation Requirements

a. Pre-OCS:
(1) APFT # 1 - Must pass standard APFT IAW TC 3-22.20 within 60 days of (and prior to day one of) Phase I training. No alternate events are authorized per AR 350-1.
(2) Course prerequisites - Must provide all required documentation to confirm candidate meets course prerequisites prior to the start of Phase I.

b. Phase I: The following events must be successfully completed prior to the end of Phase I.
(1) Five-mile foot march - Must complete five-mile foot march without assistance within 1 hour and 45 minutes. Uniform must include ACU, LBE/LBV, KEVLAR, M16 Rifle, and ruck sack (35-40 lbs not including water).
(2) Peer evaluation # 1 - Must complete peer evaluation # 1.
(3) POI Training - Must attend or makeup all Phase I POI training as outlined in CMP.
(4) Examinations - Must pass all four Phase I exams or retests as outlined in CMP. Candidate must score 70% or greater on each exam. Phase I exams include: Training Management, Land Navigation Written, Land Navigation Day Practical, and Land Navigation Night Practical. All exams and retest must be completed prior to the end of Phase I.
(5) Leadership Position Evaluations - Must receive and complete a minimum of one leadership position evaluation during Phase I. See CMP for details concerning the Leadership Assessment Program.
(6) WTBD - Candidates must instruct at least one of the WTBDs and demonstrate task mastery through skill application of all WTBDs. Candidates must receive a "Go" on all WTBDs and have documented evidence of task mastery on each task.
(7) Must be recommended by the OCS company commander (by signature on End of Course Summary Sheet Phase I) as possessing the ability to acquire the leadership skills, attitudes and knowledge required of a second lieutenant prior to graduating Phase I training and beginning Phase II training.

c. Phase II: The following events must be successfully completed prior to the end of Phase II.
(1) Peer evaluation # 2 - Must complete peer evaluation # 2.
(2) POI Training - Must attend or makeup all Phase II POI training as outlined in CMP.
(3) Examinations - Must pass all eight Phase II exams or retests as outlined in CMP. Candidate must score 70% or greater on each exam. Phase II exams include: Operations, Tactics, Call for Fire, Leadership, Military Justice, Heritage and History, Supply Activities and Elements of Military Intelligence. All exams and retest must be completed prior to the end of Phase II.
(4) Peer evaluation # 3 - Must complete peer evaluation # 3.
(5) Seven-mile foot march - Must complete the seven mile foot march without assistance within 2 hours and 30 minutes. Uniform must be IAW instructions concerning the seven-mile foot march contained in CMP.
(6) Ten-mile foot march - Must complete the ten-mile foot march without assistance within 3 hours and 30 minutes. Uniform must be IAW instructions concerning the ten-mile foot march contained in CMP.
(7) APFT # 2 - For Traditional OCS Phase II must pass standard APFT IAW TC 3-22-20 within 60 days of Phase III start date. For Accelerated OCS Phase II must be prior to and within 20 days of Phase III start date. No alternate events are authorized per AR 350-1.
(8) Three Mile Release Run - Uniform will be the IPFU. Candidates must complete the 3-mile run within the prescribed times IAW the OCS CMP and OC guide, without walking or stopping and cannot be assisted in any way. If a candidate walks or stops during the run, this will be regarded as failing the run. Candidates will retest in the event of failing the run. Candidates that fail will have at least one week to retrain. If the candidate fails the retest, then he/she will be dropped or recycled from the course.
(9) Leadership Position Evaluations - Must receive and complete a minimum of one leadership position evaluation during Phase II. Candidate must attain an "E" or an "S" to move on to Phase III.
(10) Must be recommended by the OCS company commander (by signature on End of Course Summary Sheet Phase II) as possessing the ability to acquire the leadership skills, attitudes and knowledge required of a second lieutenant prior to graduating Phase II training and beginning Phase III training.

d. Phase III. The following events must be successfully completed prior to the end of Phase III.
(1) Combat Water Survival Test - Must attempt the Combat Water Survival test IAW CMP.
(2) Obstacle Course. Must conduct obstacle course training, either conditioning or confidence type and make a valid attempt at each obstacle on the course.
(3) POI Training - Must attend all Phase III POI training as outlined in CMP.
(4) Leadership Reaction Course (LRC) - Must participate as a squad member and as a squad leader at LRC training.
(5) Leadership Position Evaluations - Will receive and complete a minimum of two leadership position evaluations during Phase III. One for the LRC and one for FLX II Operations. Candidate must attain an "E" or an "S" on their FLX II operations evaluation to graduate Phase III.
(6) Must be recommended by the OCS company commander (by signature on End of Course Summary Sheet Phase III) as possessing the leadership skills, attitudes and knowledge required of a second lieutenant prior to graduating Phase III and OCS.

TRAINING OUTLINE

PHASE I

• First Sergeant Briefing
• Company Commander Orientation
• Senior Platoon Trainer Briefing
• Platoon Trainer Briefing
• Personnel Processing & Precommissioning Orientation
• OC SOP Orientation
• Physical Training (Phase 1)
• Battalion Commanders Welcome
• Honor Code Orientation
• Initial Platoon Trainer Interview
• Standards for Inspections/Inspections
• Class Opening
• Peer Performance Rating (Phase 1)
• Chain-of-Command & Performance Counseling (Ph.1)
• End of Phase Critique
• Study Hall
• FLX-0 (Land Navigation Train-up)
• Applied Map Exam
• Applied Map
• Land Navigation Diagnostic (Individual)
• Land Navigation Exam Day and Night
• Risk Management
• The Army Training Management System
• The Army Training Management System Exam
• Soldier Team Development
• Introduction to Combat Orders
• Troop Leading Procedures (OCS)
• 5-Mile Foot March
• Establish an Individual Fitness Program
• Introduction to Drill and Ceremonies
• Warrior Tasks and Drills--Phase 1 (WTBD-1)
• Procedures Class

PHASE II

• Supervise Supply Activities
• Supervise Supply Activities Exam
• Elements of Military Intelligence
• Elements of Military Intelligence Exam
• Call for Fire
• Call for Fire Exam
• Introduction to Military Leadership
• Military Ethics I
• Ethical Decision Making/Prof Mil E II
• Planning and Supervision
• Personnel Management System
• Leadership Exam
• Employ Military Justice
• Law of Land Warfare
• Military Justice Exam
• Military History
• Military History Exam
• Heritage of
• The Role of the NCO/Officer and Warrant Officer
• Principals of the Defense
• Introduction to Army Operations and Principals of War
• Tactics Exam
• Principals of Offense
• Graphic Representation
• The Platoon Operation Order
• Staff Organization
• Operations Exam
• Effective Listening
• Clarity
• Conciseness
• Briefings
• Grammar
• Editing
• Diagnostic
• Communicate by tactical Radio
• MG Theory
• US Army Organization
• Conduct a Military Briefing
• FLX I
• 7-Mile Foot March
• Army's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Training
• Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH)
• Ethics Case Study (w/staff ride) (OPTIONAL)
• Combatives Awareness Training
• 10-Mile Foot March
• OCPDs
• Officership
• Warrior Tasks and Drills - Phase 2 (WTBD-2)
• 3-Mile Formation Run
• Cultural Awareness
• Physical Training (Phase 2)
• Peer Performance Rating Counseling (Phase 2)
• Chain of Command & Performance Counseling
• Command Inspection (Phase 2)
• Officer Branch Briefing
• Dining-in (OPTIONAL)
• Army Physical Fitness Test
• End of Phase Counseling
• Conduct an After Action Review
• End of Phase Critique
• Study Hall

PHASE III

• CIF Issue
• COC & Performance Counseling
• CIF Turn-in
• In/Out processing Procedures
• Graduation Formal
• Graduation
• Swearing in Ceremony
• End of Phase Critique
• Conduct a tactical TEWT OCS
• Confidence/Obstacle Course
• Combat Water Survival Test
• Leader's Reaction Course
• Field Leadership Exercise 2 (FLX II)

TOTAL PHASE I HOURS 168.5
TOTAL PHASE II HOURS 243
TOTAL PHASE III HOURS 233.5
TOTAL HOURS 645

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.
b. Officer Candidates must meet the following standards necessary for graduation from OCS:
(1) ACADEMICS. Pass all examinations. (Chapter 8, Training)
(2) LEADERSHIP. Serve in various command positions during all phases of training and achieve an overall satisfactory leadership rating. (Chapter 6, Leadership Ratings and Reports)
(3) MORAL CHARACTER. Each Officer Candidate must have high moral character considered necessary for a commissioned officer. (Chapter 4, Honor Code)
(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 TC 3-22.20.

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 candidate will complete a 5 mile foot march.
During Phase II candidates must complete a 7 and 10 mile foot march.
Candidates who fail to meet the standard will be allowed one retest. (Chapter 5, Relief, Recycle, and Resignation)
(6) WEIGHT STANDARDS. All Officer Candidates must meet the weight standards as published in AR 600-9. (Chapter 5, Relief, Recycle, and Resignation)
(7) ATTENDANCE. Each Officer Candidate is expected to attend ALL training periods.
The loss of 12 hours of training is grounds for dismissal. (Chapter 5, Relief, Recycle, and Resignation).

Definitions

Officer Candidate (OC)
An Officer Candidate is a selected applicant undergoing intensive military training and evaluation to qualify as an officer in the Army National Guard or the US Army Reserve.
The standards required to qualify any candidate as an officer regardless of anticipated branch assignment are those prescribed for an Infantry Second Lieutenant.
Students enrolled in OCS will be referred to as "Officer Candidate".

Platoon Trainer Officer/NCO (formerly "TAC")
A Platoon Trainer Officer is a selected officer whose primary function is to TEACH, ASSESS and COUNSEL those candidates assigned to him/her in order to maximize the development of their leadership ability.
All Platoon Trainer officers, regardless of rank or position, are selected based on knowledge, experience, dedication and the ability to foster and evaluate leadership performance and potential.
Candidates may not fully understand the leadership development process until they have gained the perspective of time and experience.

Some of the methods Platoon Trainer Officers use in the performance of their duties are:
1. Observation
2. On-the-spot correction
3. Company/Platoon address
4. Formal instruction
5. Reprimand
6. Informal individual performance counseling
7. Formal individual performance counseling
8. Written evaluation reports
9. Written leadership evaluations
10. Peer reports

Standards
Appearance:
An Officer Candidates appearance makes a statement about the individual's personal organization, pride and attention to detail.
Officer Candidates will maintain the highest standards of appearance and always set a positive example.
Wear and appearance of Army uniforms will be in strict accordance with AR 670-1, except where specific changes are outlined in this candidate guide.
Uniforms:
Keep all uniforms clean and neat in appearance.
Keep boots clean at all times. Wear identification tags at all times.
Carry your military identification card with all uniforms except the physical training uniform.

Hair
Male Candidates:
Must wear their hair IAW AR 670-1.
Extreme, fad style haircuts or hairstyles are not authorized.
Hairstyles that prevent the uniform headgear or protective mask from being worn properly are not authorized.
Male Officer Candidates are to be clean-shaven; mustaches and sideburns are not authorized.
Female Candidates:
Time allowed for grooming is very limited at OCS.
Females should arrive with a hairstyle that conforms to AR 670-1 even during physical training. Hairstyles will not interfere with the proper wearing of military headgear or protective masks.
Hair holding ornaments (such as but not limited to, barrettes, pins, clips, bands) if used, must be unadorned and plain and must be transparent or similar in color to the hair, and will be inconspicuously placed.
Candidates are not authorized to wear cosmetics.

Candidate Preparation
Drill and Ceremonies
Candidates must study and become thoroughly familiar with FM 3-21.5 (Drill and Ceremonies).
One reading of the FM 3-21.5 will not suffice.
A sound, thorough knowledge of Drill and Ceremonies will be of great value to the Officer Candidate. * Specific attention should be paid to chapters 2 through 7 *
Physical Fitness
The intent of the physical fitness training program at OCS is to educate each OC on the basics of individual and unit physical fitness and improve the physical fitness of each candidate.
It emphasizes running, tactical road marching, endurance, and upper body strength.
As future leaders, Officer Candidates are expected to wholeheartedly embrace and exemplify the Army concept of Total Fitness as set forth in TC 3-22.20 and related publications.
Physical fitness has a direct impact on combat readiness.

With this in mind, the following must be accomplished prior to Phase I:
(1) Acquire a proper pair of running shoes.
(2) Pass the Army Physical Fitness test (APFT) given by the parent RTI/OCS Battalion/OCS Company within 60 days preceding Phase I.
(3) Arrive properly conditioned and capable of moving at the double time for extended distances.

The objectives of the OCS Physical Fitness Program are:
(1) Teach OCs the basics of physical fitness.
(2) Teach OCs the proper method of conducting physical fitness. Through study of TC 3-22.20, be prepared to lead warm-up exercises and calisthenics.
(3) Assist the OCs in achieving and maintaining a high level of physical fitness.
(4) Develop esprit-de-corps/unit cohesion.

Academics
Officer Candidates should review the following references prior to arriving at Phase 1:
(1) Drill and Ceremonies (FM 3-21.5)
(2) Physical Fitness (TC 3-22.20)
(3) Map and Aerial Photography Reading (FM 3.25-26)
(4) Training Management and Planning (FM 7.0; FM 3.0; FM 5.0)
(5) Military Leadership (FM 6-22)

Clothing and Equipment
An Officer Candidate's appearance makes a statement about the individual's personal organization, pride and attention to detail.
In observance of that fact, Officer Candidates will maintain the highest possible standard of appearance through proper wear and care of the appropriate uniform.
In addition to this, all Officer Candidates will be uniformly dressed for whatever task or situation that they are in.
It is the Officer Candidate's responsibility to make sure that he has in his possession all authorized and required items.
Diligence and persistence are often necessary.
If after every effort to acquire the necessary clothing and equipment from your home unit is unsuccessful, contact the RTI for guidance and assistance.
Boots
Boots must be broken in thoroughly before beginning OCS.
1. Blisters and related foot problems will cause candidates to miss training.
If this occurs, it will be directly attributable to failure to prepare.
2. Boots are expected to be clean and maintained with an appropriate suede cleaning kit.
3. Trousers will be bloused unless otherwise directed.

Uniforms
There is only one type of uniform required for Phase 1.
(1) ACU minimum 5 sets.
Uniform items will not be mixed.
Each student must acquire and maintain the high standards of personal appearance of the officer corps. It is expected that the Officer Candidate will set his uniform standard for the remaining years of their career.
Those students who have uniforms that show considerable wear or that are ill fitting will correct those deficiencies prior to reporting to Phase I.
Embroidered nametapes and U.S. Army tape will be IAW AR 670-1, Paragraph 28-22.
Officer Candidates will not wear ribbons, awards, decorations, unit patches, U.S. flag, combat patches, or other insignia upon reporting to Phase I.
Subsequent wear of ribbons, awards, decorations and unit patches, U.S. flag, combat patches, and other insignia will be permitted at the discretion of the SR Platoon Trainer.
Candidates will wear their uniforms as prescribed in AR 670 1 and the directives of the OCS Battalion.
Physical Fitness Uniforms
Physical Fitness Uniform (PT), minimum 2 sets.
a. Improved Physical Fitness Uniform (IPFU).
b. Plain white socks will be worn with the top above the ankle but below the calf.
c. One pair of running shoes as preferred by the Officer Candidate that are of subdued colors and appropriate for Soldiers.

Equipment
The Kevlar helmet is the prescribed headgear for OCS, unless stated otherwise. The helmet is worn with the chinstrap fitting snugly on the chin.
Officer Candidates are required to have a soft cap in their possession at all times.
Load bearing equipment (LBE) will be worn IAW Appendix C. The poncho will be neatly folded and secured to the rear of the pistol belt on the LBE, IAW Appendix C.
Excess straps on the LBE will be folded up toward the adjustment buckle in a 1-inch fold and secured with green tape.
LBE may be substituted by the LBV.
Two canteens will be worn on the pistol belt over the hip pockets. Canteens will be full when LBE is worn, empty while in wall locker. Canteen cup will be carried inside the canteen cover.
Clothing and Equipment Displays
All clothing and equipment will be displayed IAW OC Guide (Appendix C.).
All displays will be uniform throughout the Officer Candidate Company.

Other "things to know" (in OC Guide, Chapter 3)
 Saluting, Addressing and Courtesies
 Enter a Room, Addressing/Reporting Dismissing
 Making Way and Passing
 Movement/ Marching
 "Platoon Trainer Shack" Procedures
 Dining Facility Procedures
 Sick Call
 Classroom Procedures
 Formations
 Accountability and Reporting
 Miscellaneous Rules (profanity, vending areas/telephones, double-timing, jewelry)

Operation Orders (OPORD)
The Five-Paragraph Operation Order: The OPORD is written plan for the mission. It contains 5 paragraphs. (Refer to FM 3-21.8 Chapter 5).
Task Organization - Explains how the unit is organized for the operation.
1. Situation - Provides information essential to the subordinate leader's understanding of the situation.
a. Enemy forces
b. Friendly forces
c. Attachments and Detachments
2. Mission - Provide a clear and concise statement of the task to be accomplished and the purpose for doing it. (Who, What, When Where, and Why)
3. Execution
Intent - Give the stated vision that defines the purpose of the operation and the desired end state.
a. Concept of the Operation
b. Tasks to Maneuver Units Paragraph
c. Tasks to Combat Support Units - if attached.
d. Coordinating Instructions
4. Service support - (This paragraph is of particular interest to the XO and 1SG)
a. General - Refer to any SOP's that govern the sustainment of the operation.
b. Material & Services.
5. Command and signal (Command and Control)
a. Command
b. Signal

Honor Code
The honor code is simple:
An Officer Candidate will not lie, cheat, or steal, nor tolerate those who do.
The Honor Code is a rule of personal integrity, which requires each student to be absolutely and unfailingly honest in all matters.
The code at Officer Candidate School is as follows: "Belief in and application of the principles of the Honor Code will set the standard for and influence everything you do!
Never fear the truth and never compromise honor or truth for expediency."
The element most important to the success of the Honor Code is the belief in that code by every person.
That belief, together with an appreciation for the importance of honor, will foster the assurance that you can put complete trust in your comrades.
Honor and trust are the cohesive agents, which transform a group into a unit.
The Honor Code is based on the principle that integrity is an essential attribute for all officers.
At OCS, the Honor Code is emphasized and candidates must understand its scope and intent.
Each candidate must employ it in everything they do.
A VIOLATION OF THE HONOR CODE IS CAUSE FOR DISMISSAL!

Leadership Ratings and Reports
The cadre and staff are here to develop leaders who can assume the responsibilities and duties of commissioned officers. The goal is that by the completion of the course of instruction, every Officer Candidate will possess the necessary qualities of leadership.
Leadership development of the Officer Candidate is progressive throughout the course and is accomplished through practical application, constructive counseling and other appropriate instructional media.
(1) The primary purpose of OCS is to develop and assess leadership. Therefore, the primary focus of evaluation must be directed to assessing candidate performance in this area.
While total objectivity can never be obtained, the use of standardized forms and definitions will greatly enhance impartial leadership evaluation.
(2) The OCS Leadership Assessment Program (LAP) is implemented in a physically and mentally demanding environment. The candidate is evaluated on the Army Values, required actions, skills and attributes as defined and described in FM 6-22.
(3) The standard established in the LAP is the leadership performance expected of a Second Lieutenant.
Candidates are evaluated on their ability to meet this established standard.
Those who possess the actions, skills and attributes necessary to become successful leaders will be commissioned as Second Lieutenants
Evaluation Tools
Leadership evaluation at OCS measures performance not potential.
OCS is structured to afford each candidate many opportunities to perform and demonstrate his/her capabilities. Performance is measured in a variety of ways.
All of these methods provide OCS cadre with feedback regarding the strengths and weaknesses of a candidate:
Physical Fitness Assessments: The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), Leadership Reaction Course (LRC), Foot Marches, and the physical fitness program are conducted regularly by the candidates.
Writing assignments: essays, book reports, routine correspondence, OPORDs, after action reports.
Oral Presentations: military briefings, candidate led instruction, and combat orders.
Formalized practical exercises and examinations: textbook assessments conducted during and at the end of blocks of instruction.
Chain of Command (leadership roles): candidates take on the various roles of leadership typically found in a company:
Commander (CO), executive officer (XO), first sergeant (1SG), platoon leader (PL), platoon sergeant (PSG), squad leader, and team leader.
While in these positions, candidates are expected to demonstrate the appropriate level of command presence and accomplish the duties and responsibilities of that role.

Required Knowledge

• Chain of Command

Commander in Chief Assistant Adjutant General for Support, Army
Secretary of Defense RTI Commander
Secretary of the Army Battalion Commander
Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Senior Platoon Trainer Officer
Army Chief of Staff Company Commander
Chief, NGB First Sergeant
State Adjutant General Platoon, Platoon Trainer Officer/NCO

• OCS Honor Code (see above)
• General Orders

1. I will guard everything within the limits of my post and quit my post only when properly relieved.
2. I will obey my special orders and perform all my duties in a military manner.
3. I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies and anything not covered in my instructions to the Commander of the Relief.

• Army Values

(1) Loyalty: Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, and other soldiers.
(2) Duty: Fulfill your obligations.
(3) Respect: Treat people as they should be treated.
(4) Selfless-Service: Put the welfare of the nation, the Army and your subordinates before your own.
(5) Honor: Live up to all the Army values.
(6) Integrity: Do what's right, legally and morally.
(7) Personal Courage: Face fear, danger, or adversity (physical and moral).

• Leadership Defined

Leadership is influencing people-by providing purpose, direction and motivation-while operating to accomplish the mission and improving the organization

• The 8 Troop Leading Procedures

(1) Receive the Mission
(2) Issue the Warning Order
(3) Make a Tentative Plan
(4) Initiate Necessary Troop Movement
(5) Conduct Reconnaissance
(6) Complete the Plan
(7) Issue the Complete Order
(8) Supervise

• The Estimate of the Situation

(1) Detailed mission analysis.
(2) Situation and courses of action.
(3) Analyze courses of action; wargame.
(4) Compare courses of action.
(5) Decision.

• 5-paragraph OPORD (see above)
• SALUTE Report

S - Size
A - Activity
L - Location
U - Uniform
T - Time
E - Equipment

• Code of Conduct

- I am an American fighting man. I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.
- I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command I will never surrender my men while they still have the means to resist.
- If I am captured I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and will aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.
- If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way.
- When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give only my name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade further questions to the best of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.
- I will never forget that I am an American fighting man, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

• Three Transmissions of a Call for Fire

(1) First transmission: Observer identification and warning order.
Example: H24 THIS IS N59, ADJUST FIRE, OVER
(2) Second transmission: Target location.
Example: GRID CF123456, OVER
(3) Third transmission: Target description, method of engagement
method of fire and control.
Example: TANK IN OPEN, ICM IN EFFECT, OVER

• 9-Line Medevac Request

Line 1: Location of pickup site.
Line 2: Frequency and call sign at pickup site.
Line 3: Number of patients by precedence (Urgent, Priority, Routine, Convenience).
Line 4: Special equipment required.
Line 5: Number of patients by type (# litter & # ambulatory).
Line 6: Type of wound, injury, illness.
Line 7: Method of marking pickup site.
Line 8: Patient nationality and status.
Line 9: Landing Zone description.

• Terrain Analysis (OACOK)

Obstacles
Avenues of Approach
Cover and Concealment
Observation and Fields of Fire
Key Terrain

• METT-TC

Mission
Enemy
Troops
Terrain
Time Available
Civilian Considerations

Contraband
The following items are considered contraband and will be secured IAW local SOP. The Platoon Trainer staff may grant use of some of these items during Intermediate or Senior Phase as phase privileges.
1. Tobacco products.
2. Alcohol.
3. Any supplements taken to enhance performance.
4. Medications not prescribed by a Physician.
5. Food (to include gum, candy, cough drops, mints, etc.) No food will be taken out of the DFAC or brought back from the field.
6. Contact lenses.
7. Irons.
8. Stoves.
9. Heat tabs.
10. Cosmetics.
11. Hair nets & curlers.
12. Perfumes, colognes, or after-shave.
13. Body sprays.
14. Electric or battery operated razors.
15. Digital/tape recorders, CD players, Walkman, MP3 players.
16. Radios, portable TV/ DVD players.
17. Cellular phones.
18. Pagers, beepers.
19. Laptop/palmtop computers.
20. Global positioning devices.
21. Civilian clothes.
22. Magazines and Newspapers.
23. Bayonets, fixed-blade knives, or knives over 3".
24. Any lotion other than non-scented.
25. Any handheld electronic devices (i.e., video game players, palm pilot, organizers).
26. Adult material of any kind.
27. Vitamins.
a. Regarding items 1-4: These items could cause severe physical harm if they are used under the strenuous conditions placed on the candidate throughout the course.
b. This list is not all-inclusive. Items that are not listed above are subject to cadre discretion. If you have questions concerning a particular item ask your Platoon, Platoon Trainer for additional guidance.
c. You will be verbally counseled on retaining any of these items. If any contraband is found on you or in your room at any time during the course you will be subject to disciplinary action.

There are 3 ways to complete OCS

• Missouri Traditional

Orientation: Feb 2012
Pre-OCS: Mar - May 2012
Phase I: Jun 2012
Phase II: Jul 2012 - May 2013
Phase III: Aug 2013
Graduation: Sep 2013

• Summer Accelerated

Orientation: Feb 2012
Phase 0: Mar - Jun 2012
Phase I-II-III: Jun - Aug 2012
Graduation: Sep 2012

• Winter Accelerated

Pre-OCS: Dec 2011
Phase I-II-III: Jan - Mar 2012
Graduation: Mar/Apr 2012

Points of Contact
1. Your Unit Commander
2. HQ, 140TH REGIMENT (MO-RTI) 1-800-497-2092
MAJ Steven Brothers: 573-329-9007 or steven.g.brothers@us.army.mil
SSG Joshua Gallagher: 573-329-9008 or joshua.gallagher@us.army.mil
Websites:
OCS
http://www.moguard.com/ocs.html
OCS Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/MissouriOCS
RTI
http://www.moguard.com/140-missouri-regional-training-institute.html
RTI Facebook Page
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Missouri-Regional-Training-Institute-140th-MO-RTI/449321970715
RTI Twitter Page
http://twitter.com/MissouriRTI