Basic Leader Course Overview, Group Dynamics, Effective Listening, Written Communication, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Cultural Competence, Intro to Physical Readiness Training, Drill and Ceremonies, Training Management.

Public Speaking, The Army’s Leadership Requirements Model, Counseling, Army Values Ethics and Integration of Soldier 2020, Legal Responsibilities and Limits of NCO Authority, Followership and Servant Leadership Fundamentals, Team Building and Conflict Management.

Mission Orders and Troop Leading Procedures, Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program, Command Supply Discipline Program, Soldier Readiness, Resiliency.

Two 500-word Reflective Essays, SHARP Essay, 750-word Informative Essay, 250-word Informative Essay, Conduct Individual Training, Résumé, Information Brief, Conduct Squad Drill, Conduct Physical Readiness Training, Assess Attributes and Competencies.

Potential SGLs must meet the following criteria:

• Hold the rank of Staff Sergeant or Sergeant First Class.
• Graduate BLC and Advanced Leadership Course.
• Successfully served as Squad Leader or equivalent.
• Passed last ACFT.
• Meet Army height and weight standards.
• At least two years of experience in PMOS at the skill level you will be instructing.
• High School graduate or GED equivalent.
• GT score of 100 (can be waived).
• No physically limiting permanent/temporary profiles.
• Remaining time in country not less than 24 months from date of assignment to the Academy, or willing to extend to meet this requirement.
• Must have security clearance.

NCOs must submit the following documents to be considered. Contact the Deputy Commandant at DSN 475-8451, CIV 09641-83-8451 or email usarmy.grafenwoehr.7atc.list.jmtc-ncoa--academy-1sgs@army.mil and provide the following:

• SRB with photo
• Copy of last current ACFT and body fat worksheet (if applicable)
• Weapons Card
• Most recent NCOPDS DA Form 1059
• Copy of last 5 NCOERs