Candidate Preparation
Officer Candidates School (OCS) is one of the most challenging tasks you will ever take on. The only way to report for training is to be completely prepared, both mentally and physically. Working with the Officer Selection Station staff and using the links below will greatly assist you in your preparation for OCS.
MENTAL PREPARATION
Article describing OCS Prep Weekend
OCS Candidate Regulations
OSO St. Louis Candidate Prep Guide
PHYSICAL PREPERATION
90-Day Training Program
Be sure to focus on the number of workouts per week, the number of sit-ups, and distance ran
Do's and Dont's!
Pay special attention to these as they will save you a lot of time and grief!
Candidate Knowledge
Introduction to the M-16 A2 Service Rifle
Customs and Courtesies
Leadership
Five Paragraph Order
Land Navigation
Uniforms
History