NSWOC Training Dates
NSWOC PREP: 27DEC23 to 03JAN24
NSWOC PREP: TBD April 2024
NSWOC SELECTION: 21JUN24 to 30JUN24
Magellan Info: Winter 2023 NSWOC PREP WL-FL-2302
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2023 Update
In the past, NSWOC has consisted of a single, 2-week course that, depending on the course selected, allowed cadets to earn a SEAL, SWCC, or EOD breast badge at the completion of the training. We are now sharing the changes in the requirements to earn one of these coveted “pins.”
There are several reasons for this decision, one being that “anything worth having is worth working for.”
NSWOC was originally created with the intent of providing skills and experiences to better prepare cadets for the rigors of Naval Special Warfare (NSW) training. Our intent has expanded. Rather than one specific goal, we have grown our efforts to teach skills that will prepare these young Americans for life; whether joining the military or not. We believe our actions to enhance the experience will allow cadets to have more opportunities to learn and train in some of the most physically and mentally demanding trainings Sea Cadets has to offer. The NSWOC staff is also excited to have more opportunities to mentor the next generation of leaders willing to accept our challenge.
See below for the details about the upcoming NSWOC training schedule:
In the past, NSWOC has consisted of a single, 2-week course that, depending on the course selected, allowed cadets to earn a SEAL, SWCC, or EOD breast badge at the completion of the training. We are now sharing the changes in the requirements to earn one of these coveted “pins.”
There are several reasons for this decision, one being that “anything worth having is worth working for.”
NSWOC was originally created with the intent of providing skills and experiences to better prepare cadets for the rigors of Naval Special Warfare (NSW) training. Our intent has expanded. Rather than one specific goal, we have grown our efforts to teach skills that will prepare these young Americans for life; whether joining the military or not. We believe our actions to enhance the experience will allow cadets to have more opportunities to learn and train in some of the most physically and mentally demanding trainings Sea Cadets has to offer. The NSWOC staff is also excited to have more opportunities to mentor the next generation of leaders willing to accept our challenge.
See below for the details about the upcoming NSWOC training schedule:
- NSWOC Prep December 27 - January 3rd, 2023 Camp Blanding
The purpose of NSWOC Prep is to teach fitness (proper techniques), the history/culture of the NSW community, team leadership, and personal values. NSWOC Prep is the first course in the series and is the prerequisite for all other NSWOC training courses . This training is open to ages 14 - 18. - NSWOC Prep CA Spring Break, 2024 TBD California
The purpose of NSWOC Prep is to teach fitness (proper techniques), the history/culture of the NSW community, team leadership, and personal values. NSWOC Prep is the first course in the series and is the prerequisite for all other NSWOC training courses . This training is open to ages 14 - 18. - NSWOC Selection Course Summer 2024 TBD
The purpose of the NSWOC Selection Course is to emphasize the importance of physical fitness with increased standards and rigor with simulated challenges often experienced in NSW training, including “Hell Night.” NSWOC Selection Course is the second course in the series. This training is open to ages 16- 18 - NSWOC Tactical Diving Summer 2024 Location: TBD
The purpose of NSWOC Tactical Diving is to subject cadets to the rigors of an immersive “water course” by conducting tactical dives, including planning dives and following the plan to navigate to a specific point. As we proceed with course planning, this course MAY also offer SCUBA certification, so the cadet doesn’t have to seek SCUBA certification on their own. NSWOC Tactical Diving is the third course in the series. - NSWOC Specialty Training Summer 2024 Location: TBD
The purpose of NSWOC Specialty Training is to teach skills specific to the selected track of either SEAL, SWCC, or EOD, such as mission planning and execution on much more immersive and challenging simulated field training exercises. NSWOC Specialty Training is the last course in the series and will award the SEAL, SWCC, or EOD breast badge at the completion of the training.
The United State Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC) Naval Special Warfare Orientation Courses (NSWOC) are specially tailored courses for members of the USNSCC ages 14 to 18 who are interested in pursuing a future in Naval Special Warfare.
These trainings provide a world-class exposure to life in the Naval Special Warfare community!
Those that graduate from NSWOC, have a great sense of pride in accomplishment and wearing an NSWOC breast insignia. This badge sets them apart from their peers. They have completed a training course that tested them mentally and physically and brought out the best in each of them. These young adults have achieved what few dare to try. Our graduates have the distinction of looking back with pride in their accomplishment. They see improvement in their self discipline, self confidence, and are looked up to by their peers. No matter what they decide to do with their future, the lessons learned during this training provide them with the tools to succeed.
If you are up to the challenge and want to be a member of an elite group of young adults that have graduated NSWOC, click on the button below to learn how to apply!
These trainings provide a world-class exposure to life in the Naval Special Warfare community!
Those that graduate from NSWOC, have a great sense of pride in accomplishment and wearing an NSWOC breast insignia. This badge sets them apart from their peers. They have completed a training course that tested them mentally and physically and brought out the best in each of them. These young adults have achieved what few dare to try. Our graduates have the distinction of looking back with pride in their accomplishment. They see improvement in their self discipline, self confidence, and are looked up to by their peers. No matter what they decide to do with their future, the lessons learned during this training provide them with the tools to succeed.
If you are up to the challenge and want to be a member of an elite group of young adults that have graduated NSWOC, click on the button below to learn how to apply!
Direct All Inquiries To:
COTC, CDR Tony Almon, USN (Ret.) | Email: tonyalmon@gmail.com
XO, LTJG Cory Stewart, NSCC | Email: cstewart@seacadets.org
U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps, Naval Special Warfare Orientation Courses
COTC, CDR Tony Almon, USN (Ret.) | Email: tonyalmon@gmail.com
XO, LTJG Cory Stewart, NSCC | Email: cstewart@seacadets.org
U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps, Naval Special Warfare Orientation Courses
