What is the process timeline for commissioning in the AMEDD? What insight can you provide on DCC and BOLC?

Rose Sananikone — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 17:11:06 -0400

I'm a civilian with a bachelor's in nutrition, aiming to enter as a 65C- reserves more than likely. I'm looking further into the future like 2 or 3 years because I still need to do my dietetic internship (probably a masters too),pass the exam, and get my citizenship (already submitted just playing the waiting game now) but I'm curious on what the process of commissioning looks like in terms of a timeline. Bonus if anybody can give their insight on DCC and BOLC too!

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 29 at 2019 5:21 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 17:21:07 -0400

You should look into the Army's Baylor program. They have an dietetic internship/Master's program, then when you are done you will owe some time to the Army. Contact an Army Healthcare recruiter so they can give you more information. You can send me message a too, if you prefer so.

Response by LTC Jason Mackay made Aug 29 at 2019 10:20 PM

LTC Jason Mackay — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 22:20:54 -0400

This is the third most asked question on RP, you may want to put medical direct commission in the search box.

1. Can I reenlist with and RE Code of 3/4? what are my chances?
2 how do I get a Warrant Officer interview when there are no warrants in my unit OR how do I put together a warrant packet?

Here is a search outcome: https://www.rallypoint.com/search?keyword=Direct+commission&latitude=&location=&longitude=&search_type=answers&sort_by=

Also, click on the tag for the MOS and it will take you to other information and people. It's so small, I'd contact people directly on here.

Get linked up with a MEDICAL recruiter, not your normal area recruiter. They can get you where you need to go.

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Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 2 at 2019 1:07 PM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 13:07:44 -0400

Best answer you get is from an AMEDD recruiter, they can tell your what the requirements are and when the next Officer board is for dietitian . Once you submit your officers packet for commission and get accepted than you go to DCC and BOLC have three years on the army reserve side to complete the officer training after commission date

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 6 at 2019 2:07 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 14:07:15 -0400

Hey Rose Sananikone Great questions! So, I'm at the end of the process (I think...lol). Here's a brief snapshot of my timeline so far:

Aug 2018 - Started Direct Commission application
Oct 2018 - MEPS qualified
Jan/Feb 2019 - Submitted DC application
March 2019 - Board Selection
April 2019 - Notified of Selection
<Longest wait ever>
September 2019 - Commissioned
October 2019 - Unofficial orders (I know I'm going and orders have been cut, but waiting on fixing an error with name spelling)
Nov 2019 - report for DCC
Jan 2020 - report for BOLC
March 6 2020 - Graduate BOLC
*Speculation* April 2020 - Report to 1st Duty Station (I don't know when, but I'm assuming it going to be in April)

Like Frances said, you may want to consider the Baylor program. I really wish I had!
Good luck! Feel free to message with any other questions :)