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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

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Military Ranks: Platoon Sergeant Major

Introduction Platoon sergeant major (PSM) was an appointment in the British Army in the short-lived military rank of warrant officer class III (WOIII), created in 1938 by Army Council Instruction 398. The platoon sergeant major, and his cavalry counterpart, the troop sergeant major, were part of a project giving experienced non-commissioned officers (NCOs) command of… Read More

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Military Ranks: Troop Sergeant Major

Introduction A troop sergeant major (TSM) is the senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) in a Royal Artillery troop of the British Army, usually holding the military rank of warrant officer class 2. This differs from a cavalry troop or infantry platoon, in which the highest-ranking NCO is usually a sergeant. Troop Sergeant Majors in the Cavalry… Read More