Anyone got any suggestions on things that need to get done in order to pick up sergeant?

2019-08-31T22:36:07-04:00

Prior service Marine who just joined the Army Reserves after having a two year break in service. Trying to go the Officer route once I finish my degree but one of the requirements is that I have to be an NCO and be recommended by my command.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 31 at 2019 10:38 PM

2019-08-31T22:38:28-04:00

I could be wrong with the requirements for the USAR, but you do not need to be an NCO to qualify for OCS. For a direct commission yes, but not OCS in the reserves or guard.

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 31 at 2019 10:39 PM

2019-08-31T22:39:04-04:00

What is being an NCO a requirement for, exactly?

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 31 at 2019 10:48 PM

2019-08-31T22:48:17-04:00

I just commissioned through OCS in May and can confirm that being an NCO is not a requirement. Half of the people on my class cane straight from Basic Training.