Considering Changing my MOS from 25B to 25D

2015-09-23T10:11:38-04:00

I am considering changing my MOS to 25D. My reasoning for the change is simply because, within the last couple of years there hasn't been any 25B's getting picked up for the ranks of SFC or MSG. It is getting extremely hard to get promoted as a 25B. I have been looked at twice so far. My question is, what should I consider studying before I go to the course, and also do anyone know what I can expect once I attend the course. Once my packet gets approved.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 23 at 2015 10:35 AM

2015-09-23T10:35:53-04:00

Hope this helps.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 23 at 2015 10:40 AM

2015-09-23T10:40:16-04:00

Response by CDR Terry Boles made Sep 23 at 2015 11:03 AM

2015-09-23T11:03:12-04:00

SFC Jonathan Gaines
I wish you luck in your MOS change. I changed my Navy rate pretty much mid-career and it was an eye opener, totally different Navy and mindset (shipboard to Seabee's). I think 25D would be a very interesting and challenging MOS, and I hope it meets your career goals.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 24 at 2015 1:07 PM

2015-09-24T13:07:21-04:00

Most of the guys I know who made the list for 25D used to be Bravos. There is a significant attrition rate, but this is one of those chances to separate yourself from your peers. I also know several fellow Bravos that have opted to go the Warrant Officer route. I am looking at ETSing and potentially joining the NG as a Signal Warrant.

Response by SFC Frederick Roquemore made Sep 28 at 2015 5:47 AM

2015-09-28T05:47:47-04:00

SFC, I just graduated from the course with the third highest grade in my class (the only two who beat me out by a couple of points were a Reservist and a National Guard member who'd been doing this job for years on the civilian side). I was told to study Python before attending the course. I found that only helped me get through the Python portion. I went into the rest of it blind, with only a CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certification under my belt. My impression is that anyone with a basic knowledge of Help Desk and Systems Admin can pass the course if they have good study habits. Go for it! The best way to get through this course is to read the book. You get 6x 300 page books per two-week course while you're there. Each book has two to three paragraphs per page on average. If you read after class and dedicate several hours on each weekend day, you should be able to get through it. I found that those who failed out of the course simply did not put in the time studying, drank too much on the weekends, and did not focus. If you have other questions, just ask.