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Path to Honor

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If you feel you're ready to take the next step down your own path in the National Guard, you can get started today!

Click the button below to follow in the footsteps of others who went before you, a path of service and distinction, and a path to your destiny: a Path to Honor! The “Path to Honor” is a great way to start and almost complete the administration process for enlistment.

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Direct Commission

Direct commission is one of the ways to become an officer in the Army National Guard. In this method, a member of the chain of command nominates you for appointment as an officer.

Typically, those recommended for direct commission are people with specialized professional skills or personal qualities that would make them highly effective officers.

For example, someone with expertise in medical, legal, ministerial or technical fields, possibly acquired in their civilian job, might qualify. You could also be nominated if you show outstanding leadership as an enlisted Guard member.

Contact CPT Tracy Heiser at 605-737-6012 for more information about direct commissioning or email her at: tracy.heiser@us.army.mil