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OFFICER TRAINING SCHOOL

Leading the Way

Your journey toward a great career begins in Officer Training School. It's a rigorous program designed to challenge you both mentally and physically. You'll develop the skills you need to lead the men and women of the United States Air Force. When you're done, you'll have the confidence you need to do whatever is necessary to fulfill the mission of the United States Air Force.
Click here for more info on the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test.

Officer Training

This rigorous 12-week program is designed to challenge you both mentally and physically. During Officer Training, you'll develop the skills and confidence you need to lead the men and women of the United States Air Force. You'll learn exactly what you're made of and how committed you are to becoming the best.
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Healthcare, legal and religion professionals will instead attend the Commissioned Officer Training program. Click here for details.

Typical schedule

5:20-6:20 a.m.: Begin the day with physical conditioning: calisthenics, stretching and running.
6:30-7:15 a.m.: breakfast
7:15-11:00 a.m.: Hone your skills in drill practice, firing range or parade practice or learn the value of teamwork on the LRC (leadership reaction course).
11:00 a.m.-12 noon: lunch
12:00-5:30 p.m.: Broaden your horizons. Classes include writing strategies, principles of war, USAF history: WWII, leadership and management case studies and more.
5:30-6:30 p.m.: dinner
After dinner: Prepare for the coming day. Clean your uniform, attend flight meetings or study.