It starts with basic combat training or Army boot camp. Then comes specialized training in your career field — or you may go to Officer Candidate School to master Army leadership skills. In basic training, you'll learn teamwork, discipline, and how to handle a weapon, rappel and march.

You're ready to start becoming a Soldier. In 10 weeks, you'll be physically and mentally stronger than you've ever been, and ready to join the team that protects America. Most recruits are curious about Basic Combat Training (BCT).

Basic Combat Training (BCT) is a ten-week training course (not including the "Reception" week) where recruits go-through the process of becoming full- fledged Soldiers. Throughout the process the soldiers will learn new rules, learn to trust themself and understand what it means to be a Soldier in the U.S. Army.

For enlisted Service members, basic training is referred to as boot camp, and for officers, it is called officer training. This is an important time to acculturate from a civilian to a military lifestyle. Basic training typically lasts for a period of 8 to 12 weeks.