How can I get a recommendation for WO school if I have no WO in my unit in my field?

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Response by CW3(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2016 10:18 AM

2016-03-04T10:18:54-05:00

Do you happen to know or work with any from your BN or BDE?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2016 10:19 AM

2016-03-04T10:19:17-05:00

Then seek out WOs that are in your field but are located somewhere else. Nothing says you CAN'T reach out to them.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2016 10:38 AM

2016-03-04T10:38:21-05:00

Have you worked with a wo in your field before? Networking is super important.

Response by CW4 Guy Butler made Mar 4 at 2016 10:56 AM

2016-03-04T10:56:28-05:00

I'd recommend talking to someone in your old unit; alternatively, there is a CW4 Williams in the 377th SPO section who may be willing to help you.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2016 11:01 AM

2016-03-04T11:01:08-05:00

Should be able to do a WO packet, but you would have to transfer if there are no slots in your unit.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2016 11:02 AM

2016-03-04T11:02:58-05:00

Check HRC website and see if it's in there or get ahold of your UA, they should be able to contact your BN to locate the info

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2016 11:04 AM

2016-03-04T11:04:38-05:00

I sat in the PPRL forever it seemed. Make sure you stay in good standing to stay on the list. I've seen that be an issue for some.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2016 11:06 AM

2016-03-04T11:06:36-05:00

Pull the regulation, and respectfully show them that you aren't wrong.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2016 11:33 AM

2016-03-04T11:33:44-05:00

Check with your accessions NCO. That person will likely know where some 920A's are. I know in the past this is a shortage area for WO's. If the rest of your shit is together, I bet that having a senior Log Warrant who does not really know you, sign off on your packet, will not be a big deal.

Again, seek guidance from your packet handlers.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Mar 4 at 2016 11:59 AM

2016-03-04T11:59:40-05:00

If your chain of command does not support you, find a WO in your prospective field and explain the situation for an interview and LOR.

Response by CPT Pedro Meza made Mar 4 at 2016 2:26 PM

2016-03-04T14:26:48-05:00

WO positions is based on the needs of the ARMY, and given that combat MOS are now open to women, I would look at what WO fields are open for you to apply under the new requirements. You have an advantage so use it.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 10 at 2016 1:18 PM

2016-03-10T13:18:49-05:00

If 920B is the direction you are going in, We have actually more than 1 at the TSC level that I can place you in direct contact with to get you the contacts and interview you need. When in doubt ask a company grade.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 6 at 2016 8:43 AM

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If you are on a base, you need to befriend a WO in whatever unit that has one. That's what I did. If you are in a individual unit with no other units around, road trip to the nearest base. Sometimes there are many of them and sometimes they are very few if any. Good luck and don't quit on your dreams and goals. Try not to let discouragement get the best of you. Hang in there!!!

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 20 at 2016 10:27 PM

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Road trip my friend. Knock on every unit door until you find one. Make friends, explain what it is that you want to do and you should be good to go. I had a CW4 ready to recommend me and we never worked together. We worked in the same building and we always spoke to each other in passing. He knew of me and I knew of him and that was it. The first time I mentioned WO packet, he committed himself to recommending me. Good luck and Take Care Of The Soldiers!