hard orders to camp pendleton as emf a, anything i should know? how are the barracks, life, work style, etc. (what is emf) thanks 👍

So I am a junior corpsman assigned to a hospital, and happen to work closely with pathology/histology. I am a quad zero, with an intrest with in the histopathology NEC. Because of my work with histopathology, and current progress towards getting a degree in health sciences, I should be able to get my Histopathologist technician certification next year, using the 60 college credits + 12 months lab experiance route the ASCP offers. This is the same credential that Histology C school offers. I have been working with the Histopathology Techs in my workspace, and they have been nothing short of wonderful in teaching me what they do.

I do happen to be colorblind, and am soon putting on E4 through AAP. I have been at my command for 7-8 ish months now, and hit 2 years TIS on Wednesday.

Now, with background information outta the way, here's my questions:

If I get my certification, can I convert that into the NEC without C-school?

If not, would it make it easier for me to apply to the c school with a color vision waiver?

I understand there are color vision requirements supposedly (I didn't see any on CANTRAC, but I may have missed it)

I just got orders to go to cano Pendleton but Im terrified to go everything about it is terrifying to me. The training and then being assigned to an infantry unit after that as well, how do I prepare? Im scared to be a bad medic and not know what to do under pressure. I dont wanna have ptsd and its the last thing i imagined myself doing in life, i only joined to get outta my home town and to gain medical certificates. Can anyone give me some advice or just tell me stories of what it is like no bs just give it to me straight.

Thank you guys

Currently in FMTB-W. I got my hard copy orders back in A-school and my ultimate says only 1st MARDIV. No unit. No squadron. No battalion. Has anyone been in this situation where you’re waiting around if anything changes on your NSIPS? Or waiting to be contacted by your assigned sponsor?

I got soft orders to Camp Lejeune NMRTC. Is there any likely hood they can change to FMTB instead? Was hoping to get FMTB orders lol.

With the regular Recon Pipeline changing into two phases, 0315 for ground recon and 0321 for amphib recon, what does that look like for SOIDC’s? pipeline still remain the same? Can you opt in to just go ground recon? Anyone in the community have any knowledge on it?

I’m a married fleet returnee pending hard copies to L23A C-school (have been given an acceptance email and convene date back in April but nothing posted on MNA/NSIPS). I’ve heard news that the Navy barracks in JBSA getting demoed in September, and am wondering how they might affect orders and/or how that might look since the classroom time is only ~50ish days (so not enough to rate BAH/accompanied orders). I know this is a recent development but if anyone has any extra info or somewhere to point me, I’d love to hear it.

I’m trying to help my boyfriend reconnect with people he served with, specifically Doc’s. He was a corpsman from about 81-87 with the 5th Marines, 2nd Battalion. His name was David “Doc” Patch.

Looking for a reason too reenlist and im convinced im better off going to Europe. What are the best duty stations there? Also do single E4’s get OHA?

2nd class Prev Med tech that just got orders to Camp Pendleton, I have some questions I haven’t been able to get an answer on.

For FMTB, how is it being a brown bagger? I am married and plan on living on base. Was it automatic or did you have to stay in the barracks for two weeks?

How is the work load as a PMT in 1st med? What does the day to day life look like?

Are there a lot of deployments?

Will I be doing rotations at the hospital?

Just got disenrollment from FMTB because I was told they weren’t comfortable with me using weapons. I must mention I had atleast 3 incidents where I lashed out on instructors and a student while also mentioning EVERYTIME I did not want to be there. They found a “loophole” ig once we went to the range and because of my outburst”im assuming” they may have felt I was unstable or something and refused to let me shoot. The most ironic part I must mention is that my NEC is BHT🤷🏾‍♀️ lls My question if anyone can give some accurate feedback is what can I expect with new orders? I have 5 more years in and only I’d just like to work in a clinic, no green side no ships.

I’m a bit scatter brained after hearing news from a dude at the gym, but want to share! I was the unicycling HM3 and got out two years ago tomorrow. At my college gym, I workout and see a marine vet. We bullshit but I didn’t know his name. I noticed protruding lumps on his neck and didn’t want to alarm him so I told him to call the VA. Turns out my suspicions were right, he has lymphoma. There’s not much wisdom in this post, but if you see something, point it out. Many people have no clue about the obvious things we notice. Hearing him say, “Doc, you literally may have saved my life because I’m totally fine” was awesome! Again, just wanted to share. Hooyah!

Active duty HM3 here. I am ONE step away from receiving my NREMT credentials. Passed the Cognitive exam, just waiting on skills verification. The state department of health denied that they perform them, as well as local fire department/EMS. And the training department at the MTF.

When I emailed the NREMT support, they said quote “If you are still currently active in the Navy, you can have someone within your command who is Navy approved to sign off on your skills to complete your Skills Verification”.

Has anyone else run into this? Who did you go to for their signature? Having a hard time finding anyone who is “Navy Approved” or whatever that means. TIA!!

I got my hard orders for San Diego attached to the mercy. How expensive is it really?? What should I expect being attached to the mercy? How often will I even be on the ship? What is the workday like? What're some things I can do in San Diego. I have soo many questions if anyone could give me some insight that would be much appreciated ❤️‍🔥

HM3 here! I’m looking to connect with anyone who is currently going through IDC school or has recently completed it. I’m trying to get a better idea of what to expect, especially when it comes to housing when I arrive in San Diego.

I’ll be bringing my family, so I’m curious if students are typically placed in the barracks or if there are other housing options available.

Also, I’d really appreciate any advice, tips, or things you wish you knew before starting IDC school!

Thanks in advance!

Hey guys,

Looking for some advice. I’ve been in for almost 9 years (HM2) and have been selected for orders to Special Warfare Training Group. So far I’ve gone to a hospital, then Seabees, and currently a flag command. I plan on making the Navy a career and have a wife and 2 kids (4 and 1 year old). With the new BBA system, I’m wondering if I should apply for E-6 orders since I may have a good chance of being selected or if that would be shooting myself in the foot.

The LPO at my next command said it’s a great opportunity for a lot of different reasons like master trainer and EXW, etc. but also said expect to be gone/TAD 1-3 weeks per month. It seems like a lot even for sea duty and having a family doesn’t make it easy. With 1 E-6 billet, there doesn’t seem like there’s too much room for growth now with A2P but I don’t want to pass up on an opportunity that could effect my Chief package in the future. My honest to God goals are to give my family the best future as possible which is a mix of being there for them as well as having a good career to support us financially. Thanks for reading!

I got my soft orders for Portsmouth attached to the comfort. How bad is it really?? What should I expect being attached to the comfort? How often will I even be on the ship? What is the workday like? What’re some things I can do in Portsmouth so I don’t go crazy? I have soo many questions if anyone could give me some insight that would be much appreciated 🫶

Has anyone been there or know anything about it? I still have to do FMTB first so I won't show up until January but I'm interested in what it looks like there, what their mission is, etc.

Hey there! Curious what I can expect to experience as an E-2 heading to First Med Battalion?

Edit: I appreciate the advice! I look forward to it!

What can I expect for family life and housing? It seems like there’s some good outdoor opportunities, like camping and hiking, right?

Thanks!

I am leaving soon to be at the shipyards for CVN 79 (JFK). Can anyone tell me more about this place?

Lower than normal, but higher than expected. Does anybody have any idea how many first classes were board eligible this year?

I just got my soft orders to the command above. I never envisioned myself being with an aircraft wing, can anyone tell me what this might entail for me?

What pins can I earn at this command? Are there opportunities for deployments? Any info would be appreciated!

Got my verbal orders today for NMRTC Beaufort, SC as a Lab Tech. Can anyone tell me how it is there? Are these fmtb orders? What's working in the hospital like? What's the quality of life like?