Prior Service E7 heading to WOCS in August? What are the major points of failure?

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 10:26:07 -0400

Just finished Army BCT (Ft. Benning) heading to Warrant Officer Candidate School in August. What has changed in the WOCS curriculum this year? What are the major points of failure?

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 2 at 2019 10:31 AM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 10:31:37 -0400

Just be an adult. Remember you were a Senior NCO before you went, so act like it. I came from being a Drill Sergeant and Senior NCO to being the Stands Officer and the class leader. I had people tell me I was treating them like a “Private.” No, I am just telling you what you need to do to succeed and “play the game. You were an E-7 last week. Act like it.”

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 2 at 2019 11:46 AM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 11:46:09 -0400

Make sure you in good shape which sounds like you are. You will meet people that don't want to listen at first. It's all a game play the game. I was a former Drill Sergeant when I went so I was the didn't First Sergeant for the first three weeks. I never told the TACS though they knew at First WOC. JUST BE YOU AND YOU WILL BE FINE. All test are closed book and it's mostly about history unless they have changed since I went on 2009.

Response by SFC Michael D. made Jul 2 at 2019 12:40 PM

SFC Michael D. — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 12:40:15 -0400

Uh, not showing up. Just kidding. Congrats and good luck to you. Always remember your crew. Keep them alive and they will do the same for you. I have over 5000 hours in eight years of crewing Huey's and Hawks. Go DUSTOFF if you can. More flight time.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Jul 2 at 2019 1:07 PM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 13:07:19 -0400

There are none! Ensure you are fit, Soldier up, study, and be disciplined. Thank you for your service.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 2 at 2019 3:25 PM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 15:25:18 -0400

Best of luck. Work on getting along with your classmates, and those you can't, just be civil and keep your distance. Remember you're only there for a month.

Response by LTC Stephen C. made Jul 2 at 2019 4:49 PM

LTC Stephen C. — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 16:49:57 -0400

I’ll just say congratulations and good luck, CW2 Private RallyPoint Member!

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 4 at 2019 9:44 AM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 04 Jul 2019 09:44:37 -0400

The biggest curriculum change that has happened recently happened last year. There is no longer a Phase 1. So regardless of PME history, it's a 5 week course. Other than that, just be professional and stay motivated, and you'll do fine. Good luck!

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 4 at 2019 5:06 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 04 Jul 2019 17:06:43 -0400

Are you heading there August 7th?

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 7 at 2019 4:22 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Jul 2019 16:22:13 -0400

Ensure you are in good shape and know land navigation—most classes are intact until land navigation test day.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 21 at 2020 11:08 AM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 11:08:10 -0400

Looking back on this and answering my own questions; I would say that everything you need to succeed is all around you. The knowledge, experience and professionalism of the 80 or so Warrant Officer Candidates is virtually limitless. The most trying aspect is managing the personalities. My advice to anyone walking this path is to be proactive, but remember that you are not an NCO anymore. Don't end up in the bottom 3!

Response by SSG Ira Bonilla made Nov 9 at 2020 6:46 AM

SSG Ira Bonilla — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 06:46:50 -0500

Did you have a break in service? If so, how long? What was your process, If you don't mind me asking. I am considering going back as a warrant. I have an 11 year break, got out as a SSG. Trying to get some answers but I'm getting the run around with recruiters.