NCO leadership advancement is continued in the positions of Section Sergeant, Construction Equipment Supervisor, Squad Leader, Platoon Sergeant, and Operations Sergeant. After completion of these assignments, the NCO should return to a TOE unit. Complete the courses listed on the CDM skill level 30. Correspondence courses are encouraged for additional knowledge. Duty assignments permitting, it is strongly recommended a soldier to have completed one year of college.
Education is key to a solid military career.
Platoon Sergeant, Operation Sergeant, and Intelligence Sergeant are senior level positions. All preceding, Reserve Component advisor, CMF Staff assignments, Construction Inspector and Foreman create a well rounded NCO and demonstrates versatility. Complete the courses listed on the CDM skill level 40. Strongly recommend degree goals be established and pursued. First Sergeant is one of the most challenging jobs in the Army.