I'm a SPC currently on 68C AIT. What is the better route to become an officer after completion of AIT?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 May 2020 12:52:30 -0400

I have been looking into the DPT program with Baylor University and the AECP program too. I have a 4 yrs bachelors degree on Interdisciplinary Sciences and I am really interested in being a medical officer. I will deeply appreciate any advice!

Response by SSG Dennis R. made May 6 at 2020 12:56 PM

SSG Dennis R. — Wed, 06 May 2020 12:56:06 -0400

What about the Physician's Assistant? That program began around the mid-1970s.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 6 at 2020 1:16 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 May 2020 13:16:41 -0400

Are you currently training at JBSA? If so, see if you can contact an AMEDD Officer recruiter to see what your options are.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 6 at 2020 3:28 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 May 2020 15:28:41 -0400

Because you're still in training, it will be several years until you're eligible for those programs. Each program has its own separate requirements. For instance, AECP requires that you are in your MOS at least a year. Green to Gold Active Duty Option requires you to pay for your tuition with your GI Bill, which requires you to have three years in service to draw the whole thing. The IPAP and AECP announcement messages are listed on the USAREC AMEDD recruiting page. You can also look into USUHS for MD. You won't currently meet the requirements for it, but the Army has a program called EPMD2 that will send you to the school on Active Duty for two years to pursue a post baccalaureate in order to apply.