The Officer Candidate School of the Navy is a rigorous training program that lasts for a total of 12 weeks (At the time I write this, it will be 13 weeks in total). It is intended to test both your mental and physical capabilities simultaneously. The first few weeks are going to be the most challenging, but after you get through those, things will start to become better.

Attending Officer Candidate School for the Navy comes with a variety of advantages. The first benefit is that it enables me to pursue the career of my dreams. Second, it helps me become a better person by teaching me leadership and teamwork skills, both of which are extremely valuable in today’s world. Third, it compels me to do more effort than I ever imagined humanly possible in order to achieve your goals.

There are many stories that may be told about the Navy and its officers. In this blog, I’d like to share with you the stories of my journey and the lessons I’ve learned along the way.

What Have I learned during the OCS

During my time at Navy OCS, I learned a lot of useful knowledge. I was educated in the areas of leadership, the military profession, physical fitness, and academics. In addition to this, I was able to get a deeper comprehension of the traditions and ideals upheld by the Navy.

My education on the subject of leadership was among the most valuable things I received. I was able to improve my leadership skills, as well as my ability to motivate and inspire others. I also gained an understanding of the various leadership styles and how to apply them in a productive manner.

Another significant thing that I picked up was information regarding the armaments (aka. military weapons). I was educated on the background of the Navy, including its history, traditions, and fundamental principles. I now have a greater regard for the devotion and dedication that officers/sailors have to their jobs.

At long last, I educated and trained myself on both physical activity and academics. I was able to improve both my academic performance and my physical fitness level via my time during OCS. In addition, I had a deeper appreciation for the significance of both in the Navy.

Different Phrases during OCS

  1. Indoctrination (Indoc) (3 weeks): is for new recruits to the Officer Candidate School and lasts for three weeks. During this time, there is a lot of information that might be overwhelming to learn.
    Navy OCS – Indoctrination (Week 1) (Part 1)
    Navy OCS – Indoctrination (Week 1) (Part 2)
    Navy OCS – Indoctrination (Week 1) (Part 3)
    Navy OCS – Indoctrination (Week 1) (Part 4)
    Navy OCS – Indoctrination (Week 1) (Part 5)
    Navy OCS – Indoctrination (Week 2 – 3)
  2. Officer Candidate (5 weeks) (JOC): is a phrase serving as a transition after successfully passing the Indoc.
    Navy OCS – Officer Candidate (Week 4)
    Navy OCS – Officer Candidate (Week 5, 6)
    Navy OCS – Officer Candidate (Week 7)
    Navy OCS – Officer Candidate (Week 8, 9)
  3. Candidate Officer (CandiO)(SOC) (4 weeks): An individual who is currently in the process of becoming a Navy Officer
    Navy OCS – Candidate Officer (Week 10, 11, 12)