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What is the First Paragraph of the No one is more professional than I. I am a
NCO Creed? noncommissioned officer, a leader of Soldiers. As
a noncommissioned officer, I realize that I am a
member of a time honored corps, which is known
as "The Backbone of the Army". I am proud of the
Corps of noncommissioned officers and will at all
times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon
the Corps, the military service and my country
regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I
will not use my grade or position to attain
pleasure, profit, or personal safety.
What is the second paragraph of Competence is my watchword. My two basic
the NCO Creed? responsibilities will always be uppermost in my
mind—accomplishment of my mission and the
welfare of my Soldiers. I will strive to remain
technically and tactically proficient. I am aware of
my role as a noncommissioned officer. I will fulfill
my responsibilities inherent in that role. All
Soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership; I
will provide that leadership. I know my Soldiers
and I will always place their needs above my
own. I will communicate consistently with my
Soldiers and never leave them uninformed. I will
be fair and impartial when recommending both
rewards and punishment.
,What is the third paragraph of the Officers of my unit will have maximum time to
NCO Creed? accomplish their duties; they will not have to
accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and
confidence as well as that of my Soldiers. I will be
loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers,
and subordinates alike. I will exercise initiative by
taking appropriate action in the absence of
orders. I will not compromise my integrity, nor my
moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow
my comrades to forget that we are professionals,
noncommissioned officers, leaders!
What are the NCO common core Readiness, Leadership, Training Management,
competencies? Communication, Operations, and Program
Management
What is the role of the Sergeant The SMA is the senior enlisted position in the
Major of the Army (SMA)? Army, who serves as the senior enlisted adviser
and consultant to the Secretary of the Army and
the Chief of Staff of the Army.
What is the role of the Command The CSM is the senior NCO in the command at
Sergeant Major (CSM)? battalion and higher levels. the CSM carries out,
and enforces policies and standards on
performance, training, appearance and conduct
of the organization.
What is the role of the Sergeant The SGM is the key enlisted member of staff
Major (SGM)? elements at battalion and higher levels. The
SGM's experience and abilities are often equal to
that of the unit CSM, but their direct leadership
influence is limited in scope to those directly in
their charge.
, What is the role of the First The 1SG is the senior enlisted advisor to the
Sergeant (1SG)? Commander at the Company / Troop / Battery
level. The 1SG swerves as a role model for all
Soldiers, NCOs and Officers.
What is the role of the Master The MSG serves as a key enlisted member of staff
Sergeant (MSG)? elements at battalion or higher levels.
What is the role of the Sergeant The SFC may serve in a variety of positions from
First Class (SFC)? Platoon Sergeant (PSG) to NCOIC, or as a
member of the staff at battalion or brigade levels.
The Platoon Sergeant is the senior NCO at the
platoon level and primary advisor to the Platoon
leader (PL).
What is the role of the Staff The SSG leads squads and sections and is a
Sergeant (SSG)? critical link in the NCO support channel. As a first
line supervisor, SSGs live and work with Soldiers
every day and are responsible for their health,
welfare, and safety. The SSG enforces standards,
develops, and trains Soldiers in MOS skills and
unit missions.
What is the role of the Sergeant The SGT leads teams as a part of a squad, crew,
(SGT)? or section and is the first line of the NCO Support
Channel.
What is the role of the Corporal The CPL was established in 1775 with the birth of
(CPL)? the Army and the NCO Corps. CPLs are
responsible for the individual training, personal
appearance, and cleanliness of their Soldiers.
What is the Command Supply CSDP is a commander's program however,
Discipline Program (CSDP)? leaders must enforce and implement effective
programs to ensure resources are not subject to
fraud, waste, and abuse.