Welcome Aboard! Congratulations on your selection for Mass Communication Specialist "A" school. MC is an awesome rate with excellent opportunities.

Detachment DINFOS is part of the Center for Service Support, located in Athens, Georgia, and falls under the Naval Personnel Development Command (NPDC). The Detachment is responsible for the Navy Military Training Program (NMT), which provides additional military guidance to assist Sailors from boot camp graduation through their first 12 months in the Navy.

Navy Military Training hones basic military skills and physical readiness, foster patriotism and unit pride, and prepare Sailors for future duty assignments through duties experienced in the Fleet such as watch qualifications, watch standing, and other general and military training.

The goal of the Navy Military Training is to provide training that helps ensure success during "A" school and ease the transition to your first Fleet assignment. Developing a civilian into a Sailor is the Navy's most important and comprehensive process. The trainee must be immersed in a positive environment, such as the one we provide here. NMT instructors are actively involved with the students through daily contact. Formal and informal training is conducted in cleanliness, appearance, and discipline. The NMT environment provides high standards, positive role models and utilizes every training opportunity to reinforce basic skills.

Upon arrival, you will receive a written copy of the NMT handbook. The purpose of this handbook is to help you understand the Detachment's tasks, standards, policies, counseling, and training requirements. It guides you in the regulations and operations of the NMT program, making you aware of your responsibilities.

My staff is dedicated to providing you with a professional and positive military training environment. Opportunity knocks, success awaits, and the rest is up to you. Good luck and welcome aboard.

LT     USN
T.W. Tow