Hello! I've been seriously contemplating a career in the military after high school. I want to be fully prepared, so I'm anxious to know which military branch's basic training tends to be the longest.
The length of basic training can indeed vary depending on the military branch.
To provide you with an idea:
- The Army basic training usually lasts for about ten weeks.
- The Air Force basic military training lasts approximately 8.5 weeks.
- The Navy basic training duration is about 8 weeks.
- For the Marine Corps, basic training lasts about 13 weeks.
- The Coast Guard basic training is around 8 weeks long.
- The newest branch, the Space Force, as active-duty military members, undergoes Air Force Basic Military Training which, as mentioned earlier, lasts for approximately 8.5 weeks.
After basic training, there is also Advanced Individual Training (AIT) in the Army, or Advanced Tactical Training for Navy, Army, and Air Force. These periods are spent training for the specific career field each will pursue.
Please remember that exact lengths may vary and can be affected by factors such as holidays and service necessity. It's a commendable decision to prepare yourself in advance and be fully informed. Good luck on your journey!
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