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Military Ranks: Senior Warrant Officer

Introduction Senior warrant officer (SWO) is a military rank in the Bangladesh Armed Forces, the Singapore Armed Forces and the South African National Defence Force. Bangladesh Army Senior warrant officer is a junior-commissioned officer rank in the Bangladesh Army, falling between Master Warrant Officer and warrant officer. Airforce Senior warrant officer is the junior-commissioned officer… Read More

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Military Ranks: First Sergeant

Introduction First sergeant is a military rank, typically a senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) rank, used in many countries. Singapore First sergeant is a specialist in the Singapore Armed Forces. First sergeants are the most senior of the junior specialists, ranking above second sergeants, and below Staff Sergeants. The rank insignia for a First Sergeant features… Read More

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Military Ranks: Master Sergeant

Introduction A master sergeant is the military rank for a senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) in the armed forces of some countries. Israel Defence Forces The רב-סמל ראשון‎ rav samal rishon (abbreviated “rasar”, master sergeant) is a NCO (נגדים‎) rank in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Because the IDF is an integrated force, they have a… Read More

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Using Your Military Background to Excel in Nursing: Education and Fitness as Key Tools

Introduction Transitioning from a military career to a civilian profession offers a unique set of challenges and opportunities. For many veterans, the shift to healthcare offers an ideal path to continue serving others. While entering the healthcare field may initially seem daunting, the skills and experience veterans bring from their service position them for success.… Read More

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How Military Personnel Can Use Fitness and Nursing Education to Propel Their Healthcare Careers

Introduction This article is sponsored by Nurse Practitioner Degrees. Transitioning from active duty into civilian roles comes with a lot of planning. For many service members, pursuing roles in patient care or wellness-related fields can be the next step. The structure, focus, and hands-on experience from service translate well into these paths. By combining knowledge… Read More

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Military Ranks: Sergeant First Class

Introduction Sergeant First Class (SFC) is typically a senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) military rank, used in many countries. United States Sergeant First Class (SFC) is the seventh enlisted rank (E-7) in the US Army, ranking above staff sergeant (E-6) and below master sergeant and first sergeant (E-8), and is the first NCO rank designated as… Read More