How to Become a U.S. Naval Officer (Paperback)

by Tom Barkwell (Author)

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Product Description
The most comprehensive guide available on Navy commissioning programs. Complete descriptions, specific step-by-step application instructions, sample forms & letters, and helpful suggestions for over 30 different naval officer selection programs. Designed for civilians as well as enlisted military members. Provides application and selection data for Navy programs from 1995 to 1997. Contains complete job descriptions for career fields and lists the programs that offer entry into each field, as well as the number of officers currently serving in each field.

Offers concise details on medical examinations, physical fitness requirements, mental testing, education eligibility, and "moral" (police & drug involvement) criteria. Proposes strategies for enhancing yourself as a candidate and improving your chances for officer selection. Explains key Navy policies, organizational trends, and agency responsibilities - helping those with little prior exposure determine whether naval service is a viable option for them personally.

This book combines the pertinent details from 31 separate government manuals, instructions, notices, brochures, and catalogs into one easy-to-use 232 page volume. It is ideal for use by high school and college students, counselors, military members and leaders, and anyone who wants the whole picture concerning naval officer selection programs.

Thousands of people get selected for commissions every year, yet many thousands more apply without success. Many of those not selected may have been successful had they known more about the system! Commissioning programs are competitive. Give yourself an edge.

From the Back Cover
The most comprehensive guide available on Navy commissioning programs. All the information you need to plan an exciting career as a naval leader. Get the facts for yourself. Give yourself an edge on the competition.

* Thousands of dollars in college scholarships and financial assistance programs. * Easy to follow, step-by-step application procedures for over 30 different commissioning programs. * Combines all the pertinent details from 31 separate government manuals, instructions, notices, catalogs, and brochures into one convenient volume. * Complete listing of career fields, including job descriptions, number of officers working in each field, and a list of source programs for each field. * Instructions for civilians, sailors (active & reserve), and members of other branches of the military. * Historical data on selection opportunities. * Sample application forms, letters, and endorsements.

This book is ideal for students, counselors, military members, and military leaders. Thousands of people get selected for commissioning programs every year, but many thousands more apply without success. Oftentimes all that is needed is a little more know-how and a little better planning.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 232 pages
• Publisher: Shipshape Pubns (September 10, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 096651890X
• ISBN-13: 978-0966518900
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #301,296 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars If the Navy was perfect, this would be one of its Bibles., July 21, 2000

By A Customer

Excellent book that fills in a lot of gaps that the Naval Instructions leave out (especially if you are applying to OCS). I would have rated it 5 stars, except for one glaring omission: The book fails to mention how much of an uphill administrative battle applying for OCS is (just TRY dealing with your Command Career Counselor on this). I turned my package in 3 months ago, and it STILL hasn't left my command yet. One of the problems with the process is that the Navy's instructions on how to apply for some of the programs are very, very vague. Also, all 3 of the CCC's I've had at my present command had absolutely no idea on how to help me, because they all had little experience in dealing with officer programs. My advice is to find a personable officer in your command (preferably an Ensign who has just been commissioned through your program of interest), ask for their advice, and follow the letter formats given in the book VERBATIM!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An awesome book if you are considering the Navy., September 23, 1999

By	[e-mail] (Reno, NV) - See all my reviews

This book is an indispensable resource if you are even thinking about joining the Navy. It tells numerous common fallacies and gives thousands of helpful suggestions to use towards getting a commission. It walks you through every step of the process! I found it very reassuring and extremely invaluable.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tells all you need to know about becoming a naval officer, March 11, 1999

By	[e-mail] "Rodger Mitchell" (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

Extremely well organized and complete. Easy to find the answers to almost any question regarding how to become a naval officer. Well indexed. Good for current military personnel as well as high school and college students. The only book I know of that puts all relevant information at your finger tips.