What you need to know about COT! | Q&A + TIPS/TRICKS !
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- Hey guys this is a LONG video, grab a snack and sit back and relax as I explain my whole COT experience! This will be my final video about COT and hopefully you guys get all the info you need! Thanks for watching, THUMBS UP & SUBSCRIBE! xoxo Ronie
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Thanks for all of the info!!! There's so much that you covered that I had no idea about!!
Love your hair and makeup. Fellow army medical officer here,pending BOLC. COT Sounds similar to army bolc. Medical field ppl are used to scenario questions, its brutal😫! Thanks for your service!
Heading to COT in a week. Thank you for the info!
good luck!!!!!!!!
This is very helpful! Thank you lady!
This is so great! Thank you for this!!
No problem!!!
Thank you for the awesome vid! I'm heading to COT in about 6 weeks. I have a bit of questions as I prepare for training...it's mostly the small things we forget to think about...here goes:
1-Is it better to go with my suitcase packed or better to go with a green service duffel bag? I'm thinking of space available in the room...I'd hate to go with a suitcase and then have to get the green duffel bag and take up space in the dorm...thoughts?
2-For class materials (backpacks, notebooks, pens, etc.), do they want us to be standardized? I'd like to buy those ahead of time, but I won't if it's one of those things that has to be standardized across my flight.
3-Can I take birth control pills with me? Or any other over the counters (aleve, etc.)? If so, do they get stored in my suitcase or do I need to hand them over to someone?
4-I am reading the OTSMAN and it mentions an attache.......are we required to buy one for our laptops or are they providing one? not sure about the whole attache thing.
5-In the video, you said you set your alarm...did you bring your own alarm clock or do the dorms have them ready for you to use?
6-Fast and active metabolism here. How are they if we genuinely need potty breaks during activities?
7-Lastly, post COT my in-laws want to take us on a celebratory trip as a graduation gift. Do you know when USAF allows us to begin using PTO? I feel terrible for asking....but I also get that it's a legit family graduation gift they want to give.
Thank you SO MUCH! :)
Hey! Wow longest comment yet! whoop whoop!
1. either. i would say suitcase because you can fit more items. they will lock all your civilians clothes away until the last week regardless. the duffel they will make you purchase once you get there so bring that too so you dont have to repurchase.
2. no. whatever you have is perfectly fine. i had an orange notebook lol
3. yes! they will/can be stored in the bathroom or in your privacy drawer that has a lock.
4. you're reading the OTSMAN?!?! good job, keep it up! bring your own laptop! all your notes will be on blackboard. they will provide one but it is not very reliable.
5.I used my phone but i also brought one from walmart just in case they took our phones...they didnt, but we had to lock them up every day until night time.
6. they are fine with that but there will be times when it may be best to hold it in or be mindful of upcoming activities. i.e. marching, PT, stuff like that.
7. Yes they do. on your orders it should say how many days you get to travel to your gaining base. contact them/sponsor and let them know you will be taking leave in route and that should be fine with no issues.
GOOD LUCK! keep me updated!!! :)
THANK YOU TONS! for sure! I'm 110% ready. I appreciate the great information. Such an exciting opportunity and happy to be part of it. Hope AD is treating you well :)
Hello,
I am interested in joining the air force through the officer route. What do you recommend is the best way to study?
Should I purchase the AFOQT book?
I came for tips about OTS but You are sooo gorgeous!!
Thanks for the vid! I'm a medstudent heading to COT in three weeks. Do you think the amount of uniforms they make you buy on their checklist is enough? I'm a little worried that I won't have time to wash PT uniforms, socks, etc and then will be stuck with out something I need or have to wear something dirty.
Hey good luck!!! Yes that is more than enough, you dont want too many clothes because they will be doing room inspections. lol you will get all your clothing you need there within the first two days, dont stress if you forget something. You will have time but you will be up late at night. I alternated my uniforms and washed them on days when most people didnt and that worked great!
Do you happen to know if Clinical Social Workers go to COT and the specialized training afterwards?
what is the commissioning process prior to COT?
Do you know anything about being a commissioned air guard public health nurse? The once a month/weekend and two weeks a year gig? Thanks
Is a flight equivalent to a platoon or squad?
Thank you for answering my questions 😊
No problem!
I am looking into going to COT next year with a degree in Healthcare Admin. Is HSA school required after COT no matter what? Or can you go straight to work after COT?
Thank you for this information! My husband is considering joining as a lawyer and we're just starting our research. If you have the time, I have a few questions we'd appreciate the answers to! What is the minimum length of serving after finishing COT? What kind of exercises did you do during the 1-1.5 hours you worked out in the mornings? Did you have to do the "hero run" and how great of a runner did you need to be? Were you paid for your time spent in COT? What are Sundays like? What did you do at your base during the week after COT? I'll stop there. :) Thanks in advance!!
For me the minimum is 3 years. We do exercises they make up, running and strength exercises mainly! Yes I was paid once I was commissioned and they back paid me once I graduated COT. We didnt do a "hero run" but we did do a certain run, cant think of the name but it was a 5k. Sundays were amazing, I went to church on base and it was the only day I felt we got a break. During the week we got done with stuff between 9pm-10pm the we had homework/activities. So I slept, you dont have free time in COT. Hope I answered all your questions!
What did a typical morning of PT consist of workout wise?
Is there a difference between medical officer in the Air Force and medical officer in air guard? Thabks
way to go veronica, tank you for your loyal military service to our great nation!
is it required to have passed the AFOQT?
I’m a nursing student planning to join the Air Force after graduation. Will I attend COT, or is there a different officer training you go to?
Is it true that if you go straight to becoming an officer, that you don't get G.I. Bill benefits?
Hi Veronica! Thank you for all the info. I’m looking into joining. I am doing research but I am still wondering about if you get tested on swimming? I know you get tested on running, push ups and crunches. I am going to start graduate school next year in business administration with a concentration in healthcare administration. So I’m looking into becoming an officer but I that was my only concern on whether or not we need to know how to swim and if we are going to get tested on that. Thanks
I'm am working towards a Bachelor's in nursing and working in critical care and want to commission as an officer. Any tips?
Pin those hands to your side! Close those fists! Don't look at me, look straight! Sense of urgency!
Yes sense of urgency!!! UGH LOL
Hello! If you have an engineering degree, do you qualify for this training or do you go to the other training?
Thank you!
Yep, that's much different than enlisted BMT.
How long does it usually take to get into OTS as a civilian with a college degree? Is it always 2-3 years??😱
What can we expect from the HSA course? I know there are a lot of presentations and tests, but could you provide any further info on how to prepare? Thanks!
I will film something else!
Do MSC selectees go through the same invasive process ots selectees go through? Calling all previous jobs, talking to neighbors etc? Also, are your rooms inspected? Do they go through your private locked drawer? What can’t you bring?
Yes, this is standard process. No. You can bring anything you want except alcohol, drugs, guns lol
Thank you for posting that video! I have someone that is currently in the Air Force who is going to help me start to get the things needed for COT once I am selected. I was just curious if you can tell me if it's other things I should bring with me that's comes from a base? Should I bring a Camelbak, and if so what color and anything else ? Thank you!
They actually give you one! Everyones has to match so dont worry about that
Hi! Can you talk about your process for being selected to COT?
Hi! Were there a lot of nurses there? Also, what job do you have?
Hi Veronica, I'm a 3rd year law student considering going into air force JAG. I have a few questions that I'm hoping you can help me with, if that's okay?
1. Do you have to go to both OTS and COT or just COT?
2. How long are you outside everyday? (I was in Troy University marching band an hour away from the base so I'm trying to imagine if it will be the same time span marching in the heat).
3. Can you bring whatever kind of toiletries you use normally (face wash, shampoo, etc.)?
4. What was the most stressful part about the whole COT?
Thanks so much for all the info you've already given!!
Hello! Thanks for your questions!
1. Just COT
2. About 4-5 hours some days; sometimes all day. It varies but expect to be outside when not in class
3. YES!
4. Most stressful part was the tests for me; written and reciting all the knowledge back to the instructors. The whole thing is like an intense game. But you'll laugh at yourself when its over!
Did they have any physical therapists at COT?
Can your lock be the key lock from BMT or does it have to be combination?
Yes we did! They prefer combo but I think either works!!!
Hey Veronica! Thanks for the awesome video. It was very informative. I'm interest in joining the Air Force and I also have my Bachelors in Healthcare Administration. I want to know what did the process consist of when you applied for the MSC program? How long did it take before you knew you were chosen? Is there a board that takes place for selection?
it consisted of interviews, very long wait time and lots of forms to fill out! It took about 1 year for the full process and after I interviewed it took 3-4 months before I knew! Yes there is a very competitive selection board. I would definitely be in contact with a recruiter though!
How much times did you do PT
Hello! Thank you for the video. Just wondering, do I need to study OTSMAN before I attend COT? And what else I need to study? Thank you for your answer!
hey! you dont"need" to but it is a good idea :)
@@VeronicaLuke Thank you!
hi Veronica! I am in the process of obtaining a bachelor's in nursing. I am interested in joining the airforce as a nurse. i have spoken to a local recruiter but was not told about COT. Do you have a website or contact info pertaining to COT available? thank you for the video :)
Hi fello Veronica! haha sadly there is no known website for COT it is a private thing they keep offline, but you can go on fb and search COT and there are photos! They have a fb page! If you have any questions feel free to ask me!
Whats your rank now and whats you e- mail were you station
Hi ! I wanted if you know anyone who went to COT and had child re at home. I will be commissioning as a nurse but I'm just a little worried about my daughter and the ability to communicate with family members at home. Thanks !!
Hi! I have no kids/not married BUT a lot of people did and they did fine! They called them late at night, it will be tough but not impossible!!
Great Vid! Super Informative! How did you wear your hair during COT?
in conrows! lol straight back nothing extra
16-06 sijan class!
Do you have to have done Rotc in addition to a bachelor's to straight commission instead of enlistment?
No i did not do ROTC
Hey! I'm leaving for OTS in 2 weeks:) Is it okay if I got my name tapes/O-1 rank sewn on to my OCP's prior to OTS?
Hi, YES! Good luck!!!!
@@VeronicaLuke Ah thank you so much!
You remind me of Skai Jackson good info
COT has been phased out. As of 2019, all commissioned officers will now attend the 8-week TFOT course
yes my commandant was the one to get this approved. great to see it take effect hopefully it will be helpful!
What does this mean
What is the difference between COT and TFOT
they put you in an actual apartment during COT? From what I have seen in Navy videos they place you in barracks
You mentioned BOT and COT both officer trainings can you tell me the difference
BOT is for different career fields. COT is strictly medical, chaplain and lawyers! :)
"Candidate Officer Training"....
No comparison between COT and BMT. BMT is hard, COT is a vacation 🤷🏻♂️ good video but...
not true...
Veronica Luke very true lol.COT is a sped up version of OTS and OTS is a cakewalk compared to any branches BMT. Video was informative but everyone knows officers have it easier. Good video though.