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5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Doing ROTC

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  • Опубликовано: 15 авг 2024
  • I recently got asked to make a 5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Joined the Army video and decided to make one for ROTC first. These are the 5 things I think would be most helpful for someone to know before doing ROTC.
    My name's Brendan and I'm a US Army Second Lieutenant that's starting a RUclips channel. Be sure to join me on my journey through BOLC, first duty station, first platoon and all the other things I'm about to experience by subscribing to my channel. Also, be sure to comment any video's you'd like me to make (ex: ROTC Advice, What to do before BOLC, etc.)
    The ultimate goal is to help as many people as possible by having them experience my journey with me and by learning from my mistakes/successes.
    Instagram: TheLife_Of_Brendan
    / thelife_of_brendan

Комментарии • 426

  • @peterparlagreco
    @peterparlagreco 3 года назад +92

    1. Understand the OML process
    2. Understand what you need to master vs. what you only need to know the basics of
    3. Learn more about the “real army” - talk to prior service members
    4. Learn from the upperclassmen
    5. Don’t make ROTC everything

  • @Madmac96
    @Madmac96 4 года назад +206

    Any Officer who doesn't listen to what his NCO's have to say, will never be a good officer.

    • @user-rl8ji
      @user-rl8ji 4 года назад +14

      Yah because the military is based on teamwork it’s not a one man show

    • @gladiatorking2.0envoyofthe95
      @gladiatorking2.0envoyofthe95 2 года назад

      What if the NCO’s are actual idiots? There’s a lot in the guard…

  • @SweeturKraut
    @SweeturKraut 6 лет назад +299

    When I was in ROTC (2000 to 2004) no one cared about ANYTHING except your PT score. Complete idiots were at the top because they could get into the extended scale 300+ points. Couldn't read a map or use a compass, but the Army thought they were better because of their PT score. I hope and pray that this has changed.

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  6 лет назад +75

      PT is still weighed heavily but just being a PT stud no longer guarantees you Active Duty

    • @ajramirez77
      @ajramirez77 6 лет назад

      It still feels that way to me to be honest

    • @rawf1150
      @rawf1150 6 лет назад +3

      Wayne H Active Duty Means Doing The Military Full Time.

    • @amywaters7246
      @amywaters7246 5 лет назад +1

      It has been that way forever. Former Active Duty Captain here 1991-1998. Yup it was that way then also. This is because this is one of the few things they can quantify.

    • @cris_here
      @cris_here 5 лет назад

      SweeturKraut lolol accurate

  • @LitlD
    @LitlD 5 лет назад +101

    Know this is a bit dated, but back when I was in ROTC, '72-'76, the most important thing I learned was to listen to your NCO's. The night before our commissioning, a few of us were taken aside by a very crusty old Vietnam Vet SF Master Sergeant and he in no uncertain terms gave us the best advice I've ever gotten. It paid huge dividends thru the years, as I retired as a Colonel.

    • @drew6811
      @drew6811 4 года назад +6

      Thank you for your service sir! What was the advice?

    • @nazimhamid5257
      @nazimhamid5257 4 года назад +6

      Drew listen to you’re NCOs

  • @IveGotABZZ
    @IveGotABZZ 4 года назад +61

    I sighed up For ROTC I’m a freshmen and today was my first day. It was intimidating but I really think I’m going to enjoy it. I actually stood when asking our Major a question and I was praised for it. It’s not that cool but nobody else was doing it so I felt kinda happy.

    • @erikelken8771
      @erikelken8771 4 года назад +2

      Good job

    • @fatal_moon4570
      @fatal_moon4570 3 года назад +1

      how is it going

    • @IveGotABZZ
      @IveGotABZZ 3 года назад +4

      @@fatal_moon4570 better than ever imagined. im starting to actually make friends so that's good. and well. my first lieutenants kind of cute, and we're becoming friends. i love every aspect of ROTC. the working out is great but sucks. im much happier than i used to be. i really think i made the right choice. in fact. i know i made the right choice.

    • @fatal_moon4570
      @fatal_moon4570 3 года назад +3

      @@IveGotABZZ great to hear that its your right choice. im planning on joining next school year, hoping my gender and height dont limit my possibilities of succeeding in ROTC.

    • @IveGotABZZ
      @IveGotABZZ 3 года назад

      @@fatal_moon4570 not at all. im 5'4 and a female. ether of those things dont limit your possibilities of success. i mean freak. im already a Privet First Class. some second years dont even have that rank. what grade are you in?

  • @jacksons9546
    @jacksons9546 6 лет назад +149

    Just signed up for ROTC. Glad to know this stuff now, thanks man.

    • @sonny_3033
      @sonny_3033 4 года назад +1

      its a program you sign up for its that easy really? what about interviews and physical form?

    • @nicholasgomez6096
      @nicholasgomez6096 4 года назад +1

      Jackson S how is your experience going

    • @jaefilms1818
      @jaefilms1818 4 года назад +3

      Depends on whether u apply as a high school or college student. If you apply in hs, you need to fill out an online application which includes pft (physical fitness test), an interview, and a few essays. If they select you then you’re under a contract that requires you to pursue a military career. However, if you decide to join in college then I don’t believe there’s a need to do any of the stuff you have to as a high school student. Although, that means you’re not under a contract and you’re considered a “volunteer” until they do end up selecting you.

    • @BrookeBerghuis
      @BrookeBerghuis 3 года назад +2

      How is ROTC going so far for you? I’m considering it...

    • @jimmyhuslig1831
      @jimmyhuslig1831 3 года назад +1

      Yikes.

  • @frankoxen6855
    @frankoxen6855 5 лет назад +202

    I love ur vids but the noise to indicate the numbers are super annoying

    • @rytre
      @rytre 4 года назад +1

      Lol True

    • @acefool8803
      @acefool8803 4 года назад +7

      I think he took inspiration from A Combat Veteran

    • @nickysticky100
      @nickysticky100 4 года назад +4

      I personally found it catchy after the third-fourth one

  • @ifiokedemidiong5242
    @ifiokedemidiong5242 4 года назад +73

    I’ve never had a GPA lower than the 3.0... I wouldn’t be alive today if I ever got anything lower than 3.0😂😂

  • @haydentakerer4163
    @haydentakerer4163 6 лет назад +17

    Another thing is that if you are prior-enlisted (Guard or Reserve) when you contract for ROTC is also ask to get into the SMP so you get "promoted" to the pay grade of E-5 Sergeant. Best way to do this is ask the Battalion Commander for the form when you contract.

  • @Valentina64e
    @Valentina64e 5 лет назад +39

    I don't know who disliked this video but IT was so good I liked and subscribed. I'm currently enlisted, in the reserves, and transferring to a CSU this semester with my AA and on the road to commissioning. Thanks for the great info.

    • @dannyflex8155
      @dannyflex8155 4 года назад

      Currently in the navy , you recommend going reserves, using GI bill and getting into ROTC?

    • @laughingdolphin5074
      @laughingdolphin5074 3 года назад

      It's got 69 dislikes now😭✋

  • @plankproductions5102
    @plankproductions5102 6 лет назад +22

    5:07 the upperclassmen all have rank so far up their butts that i went from cptn of the 1st years shooting team and one of the better rifleman on the drill team, not to mention i know color and honor guard. and i healed the position of 2nd squad leader. to getting kicked off of the shooting team, drill team, all planed color guards they had me on, leadership position revoked, all because the company commander didn't like how fast i was learning all of their positions.

  • @bradquinn4500
    @bradquinn4500 4 года назад +11

    My dad was in the ARMY ROTC and graduated in 91. He received the scholarship and I’m hoping to join the ROTC as well.

  • @daltonater1212
    @daltonater1212 7 лет назад +43

    Awesome video. You condensed a lot of info into a few important facts that everybody needs to know, well done.
    Sometime in the future when you've got some more time on your hands you should do a ruck sacking video where you cover the tips and tricks about the weight, proper equipment, boots, training, etc. needed for ruck sacking.
    Also, considering how important it is to know how to use a map and compass it would be nice to see a demonstration.

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  7 лет назад +6

      Thanks. The ruck sacking video isn't a bad idea, let me get some more experience under my belt with it (we have a 12 mile ruck march at the end of BOLC) and then I'll see what I can put together. And I've thought about doing lesson videos for various stuff but am a little worried about OPSEC. However, reading a map is such a basic thing that it should be fine

  • @Bobbito3
    @Bobbito3 7 лет назад +272

    if you dont show up to PT drunk at least once, your doing college wrong lol.
    Didnt hear that from me though

    • @daltonater1212
      @daltonater1212 7 лет назад +26

      Show up to PT drunk at least once?........challenge accepted.

    • @DizzyCGA
      @DizzyCGA 5 лет назад +47

      If you can't drink until 3 am and run 4 miles the next morning you're not cut out for the army anyways

    • @crypticzealot7055
      @crypticzealot7055 4 года назад +1

      @@DizzyCGA dude you guys are Fucking hilarious

    • @jpisback
      @jpisback 3 года назад +5

      Hahaha it's all jokes until you get that arrest and kicked out of ROTC and have to repay the program by dropping out and enlisting.

    • @dariodiaz5379
      @dariodiaz5379 3 года назад +1

      @@jpisback sounds like you witnessed that one first hand lol

  • @wilfredpadilla5246
    @wilfredpadilla5246 4 года назад +11

    The last one its definitely so true, my freshman year I let jrotc become my life and tbh I had lots of fun but I also wish I would've done other things.

  • @rayg2317
    @rayg2317 6 лет назад +17

    Its hard bringing a civilian into leadership in the army. I think they would rather have the nco's in ocs ...because, you are right, they have the basic ground work of the organization and understand the "army life". My son wants to go in and become a officer. I advised he should go into the guard or reserve first and see if he likes the life. He had a 4.0 out of college so I suppose he could talk with the recruiter and work the ocs in at the same time. Nice points in the video. thanks

  • @maxman-357
    @maxman-357 6 лет назад +9

    The main people I hung out with were my Drill Team and Pershing Rifle members the people of my profession and loved it!

  • @kookiemonsta6725
    @kookiemonsta6725 3 года назад +3

    As a JROTC cadet and been on staff for almost 2 years now, rotc in college is something I would love to be apart of. I’ve grown so much love to do better for the country. But this information is helping me, because I’m at a steady 2.8 gpa so now I know to boost myself higher , I was a 3.0-3.7 in my middle school years, so let’s do this.

    • @djssongcovers1803
      @djssongcovers1803 2 года назад

      same this is my 4th year and i’m cadet colonel of my corps in my AFJROTC dept. I love it and would love to do air force ROTC

  • @mrjuvy49
    @mrjuvy49 10 месяцев назад

    My son was in NROTC, he is now in reserves (a commander O-5) learned to fly, earned 2 masters degrees and is now a pilot with United Airlines. It all started for him in NROTC (Navy back in 1999.) so proud of his friends who love our country as his dad does.

  • @justjojo1666
    @justjojo1666 3 года назад +9

    I’m in a community college right trying to get my GPA and college hours up before I transfer to a university in my state. Trying my best to get into Air Force ROTC, I been watching all your videos. I’m 20 right now

    • @FutureWorld53
      @FutureWorld53 3 года назад +1

      Im in the same position. Hope everything works out for you! Study hard! :)

    • @mathguy8685
      @mathguy8685 3 года назад +1

      I'd definitely recommend studying The Air Force song, Airmans Creed, Chain of Command, and the Articles of the Code of Conduct. These things are unlikely to change in the next few years and are highly important to doing AFROTC. Also head to every lab with a positive attitude and willingness to learn, if you go there sad that you have to be there, you wont get anything out of it.

    • @justjojo1666
      @justjojo1666 3 года назад +1

      @@mathguy8685 The only thing I got down is the Airforce core values haha. That’s a lot of other things you mentioned, thank you. I’ll start practicing

    • @mathguy8685
      @mathguy8685 3 года назад

      @@justjojo1666 of course man, no problem. If you get those things down at the start, you'll do amazing

    • @justjojo1666
      @justjojo1666 3 года назад

      @@mathguy8685 Is there anything else I should be working on?

  • @dewey7085
    @dewey7085 4 года назад +7

    Thank you, I’m about to go to college and wish to join the Navy rotc so I can get the chance to fly jets.

  • @madams3478
    @madams3478 3 года назад +3

    As far as GPA, in a surprisingly large number of classes, it’s the second class which is the killer, weed out class - Calc 2, Geology 2, Organic Chem 2.
    Don’t get burned your second semester of college.
    Two killer classes in one semester is manageable. Four of them not so much. And three would be gray area.
    Ask people who are in a major a year or two ahead of you. And you can ever so casually pre-study, like simply leafing through a geology textbook. And also, if you respectfully and sincerely ask a professor if you can sit in a couple of classes, most will say yes, at least for the larger classes. For the really largest classes, in most cases you can just pop in.
    Even Psychology 2, for crying out loud, seemed to be an intentionally difficult and time-consuming course. It was ‘Methods of Psychology.’ And yes, I’m well aware of the importance of having a control group, but this course had about four tedious and time-consuming projects. And asking around, this was the weed out course because psychology had an ‘enrollment problem.’
    Anyway, if you know this in advance, you’re less likely to get burned.
    And, good luck! 🚵🏽‍♀️ 🤠 🎶

  • @kealiikoacadirao3419
    @kealiikoacadirao3419 4 года назад +9

    Omg for years I’ve been waiting for this.. I’m gonna be in 9th grade that’s crazy

    • @Elcompalui712
      @Elcompalui712 4 года назад

      Keali’ikoa Cadirao sams!

    • @dgs266
      @dgs266 4 года назад

      alahkbar same

  • @andreamcmanus1068
    @andreamcmanus1068 5 лет назад +9

    My Nephew just graduated from Basic ROTC and will be in the next 3 years. As his Aunt what can I do to support him and be helpful? Care packages, money are given, but what else. How about a video on how to support your cadet?

    • @GTBANNA
      @GTBANNA 4 года назад +8

      Andrea McManus, being an ROTC cadet is just like being a regular college student, just support him just as you would another college student, if he is a contracted cadet he would be getting payed, and the army pays for any equipment he gets issued. College can be stressful so visit him, that might be worth more that money.

  • @hungryboyz9
    @hungryboyz9 4 года назад +3

    Thank you so much man! Helped me tremendously had to like and subscribe

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  4 года назад +1

      Happy to hear this video helped

  • @mofo7689
    @mofo7689 Год назад

    30 year retired veteran here. There is a big problem with too many valued merits. The active duty military ran into this problem all the time with incompetent. The USMC had what was called a "cutting score" list of about 12 items. Many could be poor at their job, but be a high PTer and shooter, get the most allowable for correspondence courses, etc. Then the Affirmative Action quota system came in all the values were in the air.

  • @lauciricad
    @lauciricad 6 лет назад +3

    Good luck LT. forwarded to my freshman son, at CU Boulder. BG L.

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 3 года назад +1

    Selamat,Siang,Bapak,Brendan.🙌🙌🙌🙌

  • @parkerjohnson5224
    @parkerjohnson5224 6 лет назад +56

    #1: Enlist
    #2: Drop the ego
    #3: Be open to others opinions
    #4: Understand nobody cares that you’re in ROTC
    #5 (Most important): If doing SMP, listen to your NCO and high speed lower enlisted. You’ll thank them later.

    • @xtune5731
      @xtune5731 6 лет назад

      Parker Johnson Agreed

    • @Icecreamman007
      @Icecreamman007 6 лет назад +1

      Parker Johnson Commison* ROTC Midshipmen and Cadets graduate at O1

    • @andresmenon3743
      @andresmenon3743 6 лет назад +11

      Why would I be E-3 when I can be O1

    • @rayotberg4089
      @rayotberg4089 5 лет назад +2

      I was enlisted and am super proud that my daughter is going the ROTC route. In my experience, officers who were commissioned after ROTC were easy to talk to and get along with and generally had more respect from the enlisted solders. The military cadet officers were mainly the ones who were more political and worried about how things appeared than their solders. Not in all cases, but a general rule.

    • @johnryangranada8026
      @johnryangranada8026 5 лет назад

      +Parker Johnson Roger that. How about experience how information is dessimenated down to the lowest level and how that affects the company as whole. Prior-enlisted that are cadets can establish a better foundation moving forward as an officer. Thank you for sharing.

  • @christophershanklin112
    @christophershanklin112 Год назад

    The cadet training in the summer is really the only thing that matters if you want to get your first choice or go active duty

  • @Wowed45
    @Wowed45 5 лет назад +6

    Thank you wish I could give more than one like!

  • @Mrs_Mother
    @Mrs_Mother Месяц назад

    I’m about to start high school in a month and I’m thinking about ROTC throughout high school and college not because I’m interested in being in the military or the real army but just because I know it’s a good way to get experience and I want to be a psychologist and I was told ROTC could be a good way to get a kick ass job in the future. I dunno I’m really scared because I’m not very social and I’m not super good at leading at all but I know this would be a good way to get to my dream job.

  • @marymary20
    @marymary20 5 лет назад +4

    Great information! Thanks for making this video - going to show it to my step-son who will be a freshman at Seton Hall University in the fall in the ROTC program.

  • @quiquitohernandez7977
    @quiquitohernandez7977 5 лет назад +5

    I was told that, in order to apply, you needed to be a 2nd year student at most.
    I’m currently going through my fourth university year, however, I spent two of those years completing an associates degree, graduated, and transferred to an engineering school where I’m currently studying a 5 year degree. I’m honestly confused, as I’m considered a fourth year student by the university, however, I’m a 2nd year student according to my curriculum.
    Has anyone gone through something similar?

    • @quiquitohernandez7977
      @quiquitohernandez7977 5 лет назад +1

      To answer my own question, no they don’t care what year you’re going through, as long as you have 3+ years left in your curriculum (The AFROTC program is designed to be completed in 4 years).
      If you have 3 years left, then you’ll have to catch up and take two of the AFROTC courses per semester, instead of one, and you’d be sent that same semester to specific base for two weeks.
      Two guys in our group, who had three years remaining, decided to elongate their time in the university +1 year, and spread out their remaining credits evenly.
      I’m still thinking about it.

  • @baileynelson8693
    @baileynelson8693 3 года назад +1

    Super informative thank you.

  • @audreyandrus9983
    @audreyandrus9983 3 года назад +1

    this will be my second year in mcjrotc and i might go to college and do rotc

    • @happyseal7202
      @happyseal7202 2 года назад

      C/Cpl, I want you know that there is no ROTC equivalent to MCJ. There is only Navy ROTC an you will have to go and complete NROTC and select USMC to become an Officer in the Marines.
      C/SrA Ricketts

  • @mekkamalaza2240
    @mekkamalaza2240 3 года назад

    Tnxu I'm really proud I now that work is not easy I always prayers all your team safety godbless.

  • @murdermeets
    @murdermeets 3 года назад

    Video was very helpful ! Good job bro

  • @agcacustoms2852
    @agcacustoms2852 3 года назад +1

    I’m thinking of joining the rotc program within a year. It’s good to know all of this stuff.

  • @itsalice2780
    @itsalice2780 4 года назад +1

    Can't wait!

  • @josephpark9802
    @josephpark9802 4 года назад

    Thanks man. Im thinking of contracting rn and your vid helped

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  4 года назад

      I'm glad to hear my video helped. Let me know if there's any other info that would be helpful

  • @spc.gianagrahovac9941
    @spc.gianagrahovac9941 6 лет назад +5

    Thats why you should of enlisted into the guard and then when ur done with basic and AIT go to college then do rotc so you have more knowledge for everything

    • @memeboi8880
      @memeboi8880 6 лет назад +1

      Troll Look dong gaurd and college is alot...i mean you kinda have to juggle school and drill weekends, getting no sleep then Haveing to school the next day, imo if you want to do gaurd do it... get out go to college, go through rotc, enlist and get commisoned upon completion as you would be much better off gpa, leadership, and clubs wise so your instructors see something and you and put you in a good word, or highten your chances of being better off when your commissioned, im in jrotc but i was thinking about doing this, but my dad (who did marines for 24 years) and trained reserves/gaurd told me what i just said up above, so yea

  • @jordancox4767
    @jordancox4767 7 лет назад +26

    I'm a community college student (I'll finish my Associate's in next spring). My question is, can I still join ROTC if I transfer to a 4-year university as a junior? Thanks.

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  7 лет назад +3

      I believe so but honestly I'm not 100% sure

    • @vanyapineda6648
      @vanyapineda6648 7 лет назад +5

      You can do the Leader's Training Course at Ft. Knox and get credit for those courses. You should look into that!

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  7 лет назад

      I did not know that, thanks for sharing

    • @teambanzai406
      @teambanzai406 7 лет назад +9

      Jordan, If there is a 4-yr college in your area that has ROTC, yes you can. The only drawback is that you haven't complete the Basic Course, which is the first 2 years of ROTC. You can do this by attending Basic Camp in the summer prior to going into your Junior year of college. The other thing is being accepted by a 4 yr school and having your classes transferred in. Even though most schools will accept an AA Degree, you still might get 60 credits transferred in, which might make you a second semester sophomore again. You may be eligible for scholarships, etc to assist you in going thru the program. I would contact the nearest 4 yr school and discuss your options with them.

    • @ajramirez77
      @ajramirez77 6 лет назад +1

      Jordan Cox yes you can. Whatever school you're transferring to you need to talk to that school's ROTC recruitment officer. If you contact them in time you can be sent to summer training and transfer in as third year into the program. If not you'll be like me and you'll have to become a 5th year senior

  • @olganjupkap6703
    @olganjupkap6703 Год назад

    thank you so much sir

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 2 года назад +1

    🙌🙌🙌🙌Bapakyg,baikhati....Mh🙌🙌✌️

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 2 года назад +1

    Selamat,SoreeBapak,ygbaikhati,Trimakasihatas,Farsitipasihnya,Sampaijumpa,danTrimakasih.🙌🙌🙌🙌Bapakyg,baik,hati.🙌🙌

  • @jpzilla135
    @jpzilla135 4 года назад +1

    Lol day before my first day just wanted to know what to expect

  • @AndrewVanLare
    @AndrewVanLare 7 лет назад +69

    I find it hard to not make ROTC my life even in the JROTC at my high school cuz i just like the military too much.

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  7 лет назад +31

      You're not alone. My point is to just make sure ROTC isn't the only thing you do. It's important to have friends outside of ROTC and do activities other than ROTC just to keep a good balance

    • @Usca1990Asis
      @Usca1990Asis 7 лет назад +2

      It can be challenging especially as an MSIV in leadership or in a crucial staff position. Hopefully your cohort pulls their weight with the work needed to get done.

    • @daepikduck
      @daepikduck 7 лет назад +21

      JROTC =/= ROTC =/= Real military

    • @felonthador1639
      @felonthador1639 7 лет назад

      I feel yah

    • @EDC_Soldier
      @EDC_Soldier 6 лет назад +4

      Andrew, the Army wants its leaders to be well rounded individuals with a wealth of diverse experiences. If you want to be the best Cadet, and ultimately best Soldier that you can be, make sure that ROTC is not all that you do. If you become a leader in the Army, you will have Soldiers that come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Without a broad knowledge base to draw upon, you may struggle to develop empathy for them and find common ground.

  • @miguelgumulak8084
    @miguelgumulak8084 15 дней назад

    Anyone have experience on what a prior service person doing the first 2 years at a community college that doesn’t have ROTC then transferring to a 4 year university for my bachelors while doing ROTC. The main reason I’m going this route is due to saving on tuition, travel time for school, location of the closest school with ROTC, and wanting to achieve commission in the military after completing college. Any advice? Tips or something else?

  • @asniyanisiregar5552
    @asniyanisiregar5552 2 года назад +1

    Di,Dunia ini.KaLautidak,Sabar,???danberusaha keras.manabisa,maju.Abangsam,Otaknya,masihTertinggaL.Mh,palak.🙌🙌🙌🙌✌️

  • @marcodiaz9581
    @marcodiaz9581 5 лет назад +3

    Know more about the army? I thought you already had to be doing something regarding the military to in ROTC. I actually wanna know more bc I'm interested in becoming an officer

    • @GTBANNA
      @GTBANNA 4 года назад

      marco diaz, Their are many ways to become an Officer, you can attend a Military College, go to a service academy, attend OCS/OTS, or ROTC in a CC. Joining ROTC is as simple as singing up for the 2 classes. If your serious about a commission attend all classes,pt,and lab. Try your best, you dont need to be as fit as a ranger to get a commission you just need to show improvement and do your best.

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 3 года назад +1

    Selamat,Siang,Bapak,🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

  • @stlcardinalsfan8260
    @stlcardinalsfan8260 6 лет назад +3

    Are you automatically commissioned? What percentage of ROTC that want a commission get a commission?

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  6 лет назад +1

      I'd say of people who join ROTC at all (at least at my school) about 30% ended up commissioning. Of people who were contracted about 85% ended up commissioning

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 3 года назад +1

    SelamatBapak,Mh,Sam,ECkholm.🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 2 года назад

    SelamatSiang,Bapak🙌🙌🙌

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 2 года назад +1

    Selamat,Siang,Bapak,Mh.banyaksekali,pekerjaan,Mh,da.🙌🙌🙌

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 3 года назад +1

    SelamatSiang,danSelamat,beraktifitas,somaga,sukses.Mh,Bunga,Indonesia.T.Q...

  • @joshyy6281
    @joshyy6281 4 года назад +2

    Can you do JROTC as a sophomore?

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 2 года назад +1

    Selamat,Soree,???Bapak,🙌🙌🙌🙌

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 2 года назад +1

    Selamat,Soree????Bapak,🙌🙌🙌Jemput,Mh,Sama,Abang,Sam????🙌🙌✌️

  • @lavontelewis935
    @lavontelewis935 7 лет назад +10

    1:24 😭😭😭

  • @KimberRose16
    @KimberRose16 5 лет назад +3

    I'm in Naval ROTC at my high school and all they care about is how you look for drill meets and uniform :/

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 3 года назад

    Siang,Bapak.🙌🙌🙌

  • @iisylo-2297
    @iisylo-2297 3 года назад

    trying to become a fighter pilot and im taking calculus 2...
    so.. when does calculus come in when flying?

  • @hectormaldonado4949
    @hectormaldonado4949 7 лет назад +21

    passing a drug test is required ??? (for ROTC) I use medical Marijuana with prescription.

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  7 лет назад +64

      Marijuana for medical use isn't recognized by the Army. If it shows up on a drug test you will be discharged

    • @tubefloobTV
      @tubefloobTV 7 лет назад +47

      "Medical"

    • @samuelthestranger12
      @samuelthestranger12 6 лет назад +2

      Kari Fogt if you glaucoma you'll be DQ'd at MEPS anyways so dont bother

    • @DizzyCGA
      @DizzyCGA 5 лет назад +5

      Marijuana is federally illegal. The army follows federal laws above all else.

  • @kylieharris6421
    @kylieharris6421 3 года назад

    If you are only planning to be in national guard is it worth doing rotc? Should i enjoy college while it lasts or should I open doors through rotc?

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 3 года назад +1

    Bapak.....siang,bapak,Mh.👍👍👍👍🙌🙌🍅🍅🍅🍅🙌🙌🙌

  • @cheeseball4791
    @cheeseball4791 7 лет назад +1

    Can you choose your MOS when you do ROTC? Which has more options or freedom of choosing your MOS: enlisting on your own or ROTC?

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  7 лет назад +1

      No. You put in your branch preferences and the Army tries to give you something you want but isnt always able to do that. I think you have a much better chance of getting a specific MOS by enlisting

    • @GTBANNA
      @GTBANNA 4 года назад

      Its more like that army decides where they want you, your prob gonna get top ten if your a good cadet, with good pt score and if you where in color guard or ranger challenge

    • @christophershanklin112
      @christophershanklin112 Год назад

      @@brendan5352 it depends how well you do during the summer training in your junior and senior year

  • @toastywaffles2551
    @toastywaffles2551 6 лет назад +5

    Is it worth it or very hard to join junior year? I'm in the guard enlisted but may not be able to do ROTC until junior year.

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  6 лет назад +1

      I'd say it's worth a shot. The odds of you getting a scholarship will be relatively slim but you still could have a decent chance of getting a contract. Especially right now with the Army trying to boost its numbers

    • @patriotcraftsboy1046
      @patriotcraftsboy1046 4 года назад

      Life of Brendan even now?

  • @nicowhalen4173
    @nicowhalen4173 5 лет назад

    What civilian school did you go to? And do you think it’s possible to play a sport while in ROTC?

  • @andrewwelch1804
    @andrewwelch1804 6 лет назад +1

    At 6:57 AMEN, I know too many people in my program who ONLY talk and be with ROTC... they’re nerds, don’t be a nerd

  • @chrisfiorino374
    @chrisfiorino374 6 лет назад +1

    Kinda late to the game, but what if I’m not really involved in my school, but my grades are top notch; how will it affect my Oml?

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  6 лет назад +1

      Depends on your PT score and what the OML looks like nowadays. But if yo have a good PT score you'd probably be decently high on the OML

  • @amycribbs5906
    @amycribbs5906 10 месяцев назад

    when do oml points start accumulating for cadets?

  • @gamerking5282
    @gamerking5282 4 года назад

    I had better ncos in than officers in my rotc school my nco got me into advanced rotc .

    • @JcLazy1
      @JcLazy1 3 года назад

      NCOs are the backbones of the army. If your unit has shitty NCOs. That unit isn’t going anywhere.

  • @charlesbean4437
    @charlesbean4437 6 лет назад +1

    When I was a JROTC Cadet my SAI and Sgt made me a Sgt of 1st Squad of 1st Platoon and Sub Platoon Leader
    Being a JROTC Cadet is a discipline learning system that gets you a rank of E2 in service
    5 things you should do before going into JROTC
    Show a willingness to lead
    participate in the Color Guard, JCLC, etc.
    PT yourself better yourself physically set a standard for your squad
    Better yourself socially become friends with your fellow cadets they'll either be cool and mellow or jack knobs
    Be prepared to fill in roles
    Do not flaunt yourself (you'll understand that if you go into JROTC or ROTC)
    Set yourself as the model student if you need to read that day sit down and read
    if you have to do a current event due every Thursday like my experience do it before Thursday
    Now as for little rules I made in order to be the best to get noticed by the "Top Dogs" (classmen with rank)
    Practice and Repeat
    if you need to study and know 50 questions like I had to (yes 50 it was our final exam as well so yay)
    then study those questions and quiz yourself get it wrong do 10 push ups get done with it do it again but with 20 push ups and repeat go higher with push ups or sit ups
    Follow the Leader
    don't puppy dog them but follow their example meet their standard to get rank and actually strive to out do them so you can lead the Battalion
    Learn from your mistakes early and others as well
    Don't make the same mistake twice or even lead your squad or platoon like the past crappy leaders did do it better make your SAI and Sgt not have to reteach you all over again
    Lastly earn your rewards even if you got a ribbon of perfect attandence and don't need to do it again
    do it again don't miss class don't be late always do the best if not better than you did before because your SAI and Sgt will want a background for ribbons Cords Arcs
    if you done it once fine cool do it again and again they'll eventually give your rewards back to you the next year without having to ask if you've done it of course if you're on teams you'll have your uniform longer so they'll probably not ask anyway
    Become friends with the SAI and Sgt
    DO IT JUST DO IT YOU'LL LOVE YOUR LIFE AFTER THAT SO JUST DO IT!!!!
    I CANNOT STRESS THAT ENOUGH YOU'LL LITERALLY BECOME E4 MAFIA AND THEY'LL HELP YOU WHEN THEY CAN SO JUST DO IT!!!!!
    Hope that helps but not every JROTC and ROTC are the same

  • @judahs2036
    @judahs2036 2 года назад

    hay Brandan I'm 13 and want to join ROTC wut idevice wud you give me to help me get in. and wut kind of qustiones should I ask.

  • @asniyanisiregar5552
    @asniyanisiregar5552 2 года назад

    Selamat pagi,Bapak,ibu.Mh.🙌🙌🙌

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 3 года назад +1

    Selamat,Siang,?????Bapak,Mh.🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

    • @asniyani3290
      @asniyani3290 3 года назад +1

      SelamatPagi....Bapak,Brendan,Bapak,Mh.????🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌👍👍👍

  • @joylopez7619
    @joylopez7619 4 года назад

    Definitely helps

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  4 года назад +1

      I'm glad this info was able to help you. If there's anything else that you think would be helpful let me know

  • @wyattgaffney6937
    @wyattgaffney6937 5 лет назад +1

    do you get days off from rotc? Does rotc require your presence everyday of the week?

    • @ryanl8211
      @ryanl8211 5 лет назад +1

      every university has different pt guidelines. if the company average is high you will probably get Fridays off

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 3 года назад +1

    Selamat???pagi,Bapak,Brendan????Mh,Bunga,Indonesia.

  • @AbdulAbdul-wo8vl
    @AbdulAbdul-wo8vl 3 года назад

    Good Job

  • @FancySeeingYouHere
    @FancySeeingYouHere 7 лет назад

    How many mods are there in FA BOLC? Do TDY LTs stay in the hotel for the duration of BOLC?
    You're definitely telling the true with your list. I was thinking of finishing ROTC and denying my commission

    • @brendan5352
      @brendan5352  7 лет назад +1

      There are 4 Mods for Gunnery and 3 for Fire Support, and yes TDY LTs stay in the hotel for the duration of BOLC

  • @ethanmaranto8063
    @ethanmaranto8063 3 года назад

    I know it is called RESERVE Officer Training Corp, but can you be active duty? How does that work?

    • @jadah6599
      @jadah6599 3 года назад

      Yes, you have the opportunity to do either reserves, national guard, or active duty. Your component depends on the OML though so nothing is guaranteed

  • @gamerking5282
    @gamerking5282 4 года назад +1

    The army never explained the oml before you signed upped

  • @asniyanisiregar5552
    @asniyanisiregar5552 2 года назад +1

    Capek,Mh.Hari-hari.Kerja.tidaksanggup Lagi.Abang,Sam,..BLmdatang.PalakMh.🙌✌️✌️

  • @billmason2785
    @billmason2785 2 года назад

    How can I get by, with doing less?

  • @taylorwhite5067
    @taylorwhite5067 2 года назад

    I'm joining as a junior in high-school and I am literally quaking 💀 I have no idea why I joined but it's too late to turn back now😭

    • @ricarbo.
      @ricarbo. Год назад +1

      this is not for JROTC in high school, this is for ROTC in college

    • @taylorwhite5067
      @taylorwhite5067 Год назад

      @@ricarbo. oh okay thank you :)

  • @DarlEubeDaBlackMario23
    @DarlEubeDaBlackMario23 5 лет назад +1

    If you’re already in the army reserves, are you guaranteed ROTC benefits?

    • @GTBANNA
      @GTBANNA 4 года назад

      Takumi Sudo No, not guaranteed, ROTC is a competition, you are competing for a contract.

    • @JcLazy1
      @JcLazy1 3 года назад

      Why would you need the benefits of you are in the reserves. Use the reserves benefits while in rotc.

  • @asniyanisiregar5552
    @asniyanisiregar5552 2 года назад

    Selamat,malam Bapak,Mh.Sampaijumpa,danTrimakasihatasParstipasihnya.Mh,🙌

  • @asniyanisiregar5552
    @asniyanisiregar5552 2 года назад +1

    BerartiTujuanBapak,pamer,???UangSama,Mhtidak,mau,menolong,melainkan,mau,menghianat,????Sama,Mh,????Semoga,Bapak,Panjang,Umur,dansehat-sehat,jugasemoga,TambahKaya,danmakin,????banyak,-banyak,mendapat,Uang,Silakanmenghianat,Mh.Semoga,Tuhan,???mendengar,Melihat,atas,penghianatan,Bapak,samaMh..sudahMh,anggap,Bapakseperti,OrangTuaMh,sendiri.Rupanya,???BapakDengkisama,Mh.Trimakasih.🙌🙌

  • @patrickhoward6199
    @patrickhoward6199 6 лет назад +4

    How many people from each platoon/class get active duty?

    • @KindaRustySocks24
      @KindaRustySocks24 6 лет назад

      Fortnite Videos depends on army needs

    • @altus1960
      @altus1960 5 лет назад

      Rusty is correct. it actually varies from year to year. Life isnt fair. Life is just life and reality changes. It seems to go in waves. In my year group we were told it was going to be difficult to get active duty. In fact some years groups only a fraction get active duty. Sometimes people that have four year ROTC scholarships graduate and get turned away ..suddenly no job after college and no repayment. It has happened. Believe it or not. But in my case a few got active duty. Then when I got to the officer basic course a day actually occurred when it was announced "Everyone that wants active duty - raise your hand". Somewhere, the bean counters decided we didnt have enough active duty officers in our branch. A few years later though, more than half my year group did not make it to captain. Best thing is just get you a solid degree.

  • @madisonjones3222
    @madisonjones3222 6 лет назад +1

    Okay so i'm a freshman in college and I'm joining the ROTC program really late at my school, which isn't a problem. But before college I wanted to join the Army Reserves and I still do, but whatsis like doing both at the same time. I know this would push me further back because I would have to take off from school, but is it worth it or should I just wait to join the Reserves after I graduate. I did talk to my recruiter and he seems to think that I those do both, but at my college my there saying its a waste of time. And I would just like to here another opinion about this, because I don't won't to waste time but if doing both is the best thing for me and am able to gain a lot from it, I will. But I just thought I would ask,I hop this makes since.

    • @stephenhernandez9839
      @stephenhernandez9839 6 лет назад +1

      Have you made a decision on whether or not you will do both?

  • @isaibriones5160
    @isaibriones5160 6 лет назад

    good info

  • @asniyanisiregar5552
    @asniyanisiregar5552 2 года назад

    Pokoknya,Mh.tidaktau lagi.Mh,sudahBodoh .Mh,Bebas,lah,Orang,blm,...diJemput.Suka-Suka,Mh.🙌🙌🙌🙌✌️

  • @waldoversteckt1053
    @waldoversteckt1053 6 лет назад

    I liked my JROTC experience, I had the privilege of doing ARMY & NAVY JROTC.

  • @franciscoespinal8011
    @franciscoespinal8011 3 года назад

    Hi Brandon I'm currently in the process of the OCS board I got a question for you. I'm from Puerto Rico and a have 33 years my English is good but not fluid like you. This is a wall for me to be accepted by the OCS board?

    • @JcLazy1
      @JcLazy1 3 года назад

      Hell no. You’re bilingual. You have a better chance than others.

  • @asniyani3290
    @asniyani3290 2 года назад

    Ingga,percayalagi,daMh.abang,Sam...BohongTerus...MauTidurMh,da.🙌

  • @michaelclark3862
    @michaelclark3862 Год назад

    Can you do sports during rotc

  • @sn0.221
    @sn0.221 3 года назад +1

    I signed up for ROTC for my highschool gym credit, I have no plans of joining the service's. Its just something I'd like to do and learn. Is that bad?