How long is training for Tacp?

12 weeks
TACP Apprentice Course, 12 weeks, Lackland AFB, TX- Special Warfare Airmen are some of the most highly trained warriors in the military. For TACPs, that training begins here with instruction and assessment on the art and science of radio communications, small unit tactics and the basics of close-air support.

How do I train to be a Tacp?

Qualifications summary

1. Successful completion of the TACP Physical Ability and Stamina Test.
2. Minimum score of 30 on the TACP selection model completed in Tailored Adaptive Personality Assessment System.
3. Normal color vision and depth perception.
4. Compliance with medical standards for Ground Base Controller Duty.

Is TACP training hard?

From basic training until completion of TACP Special Tactics training takes about a year and is very physically and tactically challenging. Many prepare for this course as if they were preparing for Ranger school with many miles of running and rucking under their belt prior to attending.

How do I train for Air Force CCT?

SWIPE TO SEE WHAT IS REQUIRED TO BECOME A CCT, SO YOU CAN PREPARE BEFORE ENTERING THE PIPELINE.

1. Swim 25 meters underwater.
2. Swim 500 meters (breaststroke, sidestroke and freestyle)
3. Run 1.5 miles.
4. Pull-ups in one minute.
5. Sit-ups in two minutes.
6. Push-ups in two minutes.

Which is the only TACP Squadron in AFSOC?

In August 2013, the squadron was redesignated as the 17th Special Tactics Squadron (17th STS). The 17th STS is AFSOC’s only dedicated TACP squadron and is made up of around 60 Tactical Air Control Party Airmen and support staff.

How does TACP training work in the Air Force?

TACP training. Tactical Air Control Party students rush through smoke as they move onto small unit tactics training. Physical training exercises are performed repeatedly in the field to enforce the importance of teamwork. A TACP candidate practices firing around obstacles during a training exercise.

How to become a Special Tactics Officer ( TACP )?

To become an ST TACP, you must first have experience within the TACP career field, and then apply and be specially selected for Special Tactics. See the ST TACP application for more info on requirements. What does it take? What is a Special Tactics Officer?

When do special operations TACP assessments take place?

Special Operations TACP assessments are conducted no less than twice each year usually in February, May and September. Each cycle has two phases: Phase I and Phase II. In Phase I, a panel reviews and stratifies applications submitted by the deadline. Selected