Introduction to the Army

Catalog description

In this introduction to the Army and basic Soldier skills class, students will examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of the Army Leadership Requirements Model while gaining understanding of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Students begin learning map reading and land navigation, and will have initial classes on fieldcraft, first aid, individual/team movement techniques that will include a weekly lab. No military obligation or prerequisites.