0944 - Summer Mountain Leader

Summary

The SML performs duties of the unit mountain leader who is the subject matter expert in mountain warfare tactics, techniques, and procedures (such as vertical and horizontal obstacle crossing), acts as an advisor to the commander, and is capable of conducting pre-environment training for their units.

Prerequisites

Open to operating force MOSs, Capt through Col.

Students must complete a first class PFT adjusted for altitude on T-1.

Volunteers are recommended due to the intensity level and demanding nature of this training.

Students must be fit for full duty.

Students must be medically qualified to participate in a demanding physical training program at high altitude (G6PD and sickle cell screened) and be free of chronic or acute orthopedic injuries.

Students must have no personal issues (legal, financial, etc.) as this training center is remote and no time will be provided in the course for such issues.

Requirements

Must successfully complete the Summer Mountain Leaders Course (M24M7A1) at the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, CA.

POI CID

None

Duties

For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (dj), Mountain Warfare Operations Training and Readiness Manual.

Military Mountaineer, Level II, Echo identifier.

None.

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