Specialized Training
In specialized training, each officer develops expertise in a Military Occupational Specialty. This training takes place following your completion of The Basic School, and will prepare you for your role leading a platoon of Marines on your next assignment. This map of specialized training locations does not include every school available to Marine Officers.
The majority of Marines operate in ground specialties, in roles ranging from infantry to combat service support.
Marine Pilots and Naval Flight Officers train on jets, helicopters, tilt-rotor aircraft and turboprop aircraft.
Training for Judge Advocates supplements a law degree with instruction for practicing law in the military.
