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Originally Posted by froley
I am also in a similar situation, I have been selected to convert and doing the clearance paperwork now. I was curious if I would be able to bring my son because I'm a single father, so I'm hoping that they will be accompanied orders. After my clearance is settled do you generally get orders right away or wait till PRD? I was also told that if I make rank my selection could be pulled, is this true? Also the only orders I saw available this month where for places in VA, is this the only place CTN's go? Also curious about what I should study to be a little more prepared.
So this is a huge change for me so I'm a quite nervous. I've been an AT for 11 so it will be a definite change of pace.
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What's going on, shipmate! Thanks for reaching out!
So quick background on me CTN wise, I was the LPO of a CTN shop for several years during my NSA tour. So I'll answer what I can for ya and if you have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly if you need to.
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Orders: With the length of time you'll be spending there it's possible they can cut you accompanied orders, although not a guarantee. You need to have a very solid family care plan in place ahead of time to have a shot at it. I also reached out to a Chief buddy of mine over there to confirm that.
The orders situation will be based on when they can fit you into a class. While they will want to get you through quickly, they aren't going to short the billet to your current command. So expect to transfer around the same time you normally would, but if they grab you sooner then great.
Rank: They shouldn't pull it if you've already been selected in C-Way for the transition. If that becomes an issue or someone hassles you about it then I would contact the Community Manager/Tech Ad directly and get them involved. I could see the argument about it messing with year groups, but if you've already been awarded the quota then I see that being a harder sell.
Orders: CTN's typically go to a large Joint/National command; so you're looking at Maryland (the mothership), Texas, Georgia, or Hawaii for those. Other smaller commands reside in Virginia, yes; but those aren't the meat of the rate billets by any means.
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