Assessment System

SCS uses an Assessment called KAQPPTC:

  • K — Knowledge: Your practical tests (i.e. Navigation, Technical Handling) and theory tests on LEARNet
  • A — Ability: Your ability as a specialist cadet as graded by your Section Instructor
  • Q — Quality: Your qualities as a specialist cadet as graded by your Section Instructor
  • P — Physical: Your IPPT and SOC results. For FT, IPPT is 70% and SOC is 30%. For PT, IPPT is 30% and SOC is 70%.
  • P — Peer Appraisal: Your results from your Peer Appraisal during the course
  • T — Team Score: The average of your section's scores. In PT, this includes ATP results and CSB completion.
  • C — Commander Bonus: Any additional bonus points that your commanders/instructors deem you worthy of
In SCS, if you fail any of these segments, you will go to the Performance Review Board (PRB) where the Commander SWI will assess what to do with you. He he assesses that you are unsuitable to graduate from the course, he will put you Out Of Course.

Other training institutes may have different scoring systems to suit their different training programmes.



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The State of SCS

You may have heard things such as "Hotel is the worst company to be in", or "Charlie is the most welfare company".

Most of the time, your information comes from people who have graduated a few batches before you. Therefore, the situation in SCS is likely to be different, due to changes in command team and instructors.

Below is the state of SCS, updated as of February 2020. This list is not 100% accurate. Feel free to leave comments if you believe that this list needs changing.

Heaven Tier: Alpha, Hotel, Lynx
Earth Tier: Bravo, Charlie, Echo, Knights
Hell Tier: Golf , Mohican
HQ: Delta, Foxtrot, Juliet

Archived

 2019
Heaven Tier: Alpha, Hotel, Charlie
Earth Tier: Bravo, Echo, Knights, Mohicans
Hell Tier: Golf , Lynx
HQ: Delta, Foxtrot, Juliet

 2018
Heaven Tier: Hotel, Charlie
Earth Tier: Bravo, Echo, Golf, Kilo, Mike
Hell Tier: Alpha, Lima
HQ: Delta, Foxtrot, Juliet

 2017
Heaven Tier: Charlie, Delta, Foxtrot, Golf
Earth Tier: Alpha, Bravo, Echo, Kilo, Lima Mike
Hell Tier: Hotel, Juliet

2016
Heaven Tier: Charlie, Delta, Golf, Hotel
Earth Tier: Echo, Kilo, Lima, Mike
Hell Tier: Alpha, Bravo, Foxtrot, Juliet



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Going to OOC

Not sure what will lead you to going Out Of Course (OOC)? To be honest, most of your commanders aren't too sure either.

The policy for OOC varies from company to company. Typically, most companies will try to avoid putting cadets out of course, and will do all that they can to ensure that the cadet manages to complete the course. This is done through Remedial Training or external attachments.

If you miss out on activities such as Live Firings, or if you have a long term Excuse Camo status, you may not necessarily be put out of course. Ultimately, the decision lies on your OC and your CO.

However, in some cases, your commanders will still end up having no choice but to put a cadet out of course. Below are a few possibilities:

  • Cadet missed more than 10% of training, and there are no available opportunities to attach the cadet out to another company to complete the training that he had missed
  • Cadet has a long term status that makes him unable to undergo training, such as a 14 Days Attend C (Medical Leave) status
  • Cadet wants to go out of course for reasons such as retaking 'A' Levels as a private candidate
  • Cadet has integrity issues such as cheating/forgery, resulting in him being put out of course
  • Cadet has failed the course veto factors — IPPT for Foundation Term and SOC for Professional Term
If you end up fail your IPPT for Foundation Term or if you fail your SOC for Professional Term, you will face the dreaded Performance Review Board, where the Commander SWI will assess what to do with you. Potentially, he may grant you a grace period to clear your IPPT/SOC, and then you may join the following Pro Term/CAT Term course as a cadet again.


If you OOC before completing Foundation Term, you will have a Private (PTE) rank.

If you OOC after completing Foundation Term, you will have a Corporal (CPL) rank.

Typically you will not OOC during CAT term. However, if you fall ill and end up unable to attend CAT term, you will probably have to go for the next CAT term again. Of course, though, you will still get your 3SG/ME1 rank together with your batchmates.



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Going to OCS

Disappointed that you didn't make it to Officer Cadet School (OCS)? No worries, because you still have 2 chances to cross-over to OCS.

Chance #1: After Foundation Term

If you perform well during Foundation Term, you may have a chance of crossing over to OCS.

The requirements:

- IPPT Gold
- SOC Pass
- At least Diploma/'A' Levels and above
- Outstanding Knowledge (Technical Handling tests, LEARNet tests)
- Outstanding Ability & Quality (your grade from your section instructor)
- Outstanding results for your Peer Appraisal from your fellow cadets

If you fulfill all the requirements, you may be selected by your PC to cross-over to OCS. Before that, however, there will be a few cross-over boards you will need to face.

If you successfully pass all of the boards, you will go for a 2 week Ramp-Up Programme at SCS, where you will learn GPMG Technical Handling and Operational Staff Work amongst others.

Chance #2: After Professional Term

If you perform exceedingly well during Professional Term, you may have a chance of crossing over to OCS.

The requirements are the same as Foundation Term. In addition, you must be a bayonet recipient in order to have the chance to cross-over to OCS. This means that you must be one of the best cadets in your company and platoon.



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Combined Arms Term

The Combined Arms Term (CAT Term) is a summative term which lasts for 1.5 weeks to sharpen cadets into being the pillar and backbone of the SAF.

First Week of CAT Term

In your first week (typically from Wednesday to Friday), you will have several lessons with experienced Warrant Officers and Military Experts (typically 3WOs, 2WOs, and ME3s). These lessons will revolve around leadership, skills, and other army-related knowledge.

On Friday, you will typically undergo a "run-through" rehearsal for the upcoming Specialist Cadet Graduation Parade (SCGP). Typically, the Master Trainer of the Conducting School will conduct the parade rehearsal. The rehearsal is typically in Long 4, without weapons.

Second Week of CAT Term

 All lessons will have finished by this period of time. The next 3 days will be full of parade rehearsals, with occasional sharing sessions from other Specialists/Warrant Officers.

Tips to survive the parade rehearsals:

  • In Sedia position, find a way to let your rifle rest on your body to conserve your energy. Common methods include moving your belt buckle to the side and resting your scope on your belt buckle, or slotting your rifle butt into your pocket
  • Wiggle your toes while standing for extended periods of time, to maintain your blood circulation
  • Hydrate yourself properly. Make use of all the breaks provided to rest and hydrate yourself, to ensure you are in tip top condition.
  • Apply sunblock! You don't want an ugly beret tan line from standing long hours under the sun.
Typically, SCGP will be held on a Thursday, which means that you will have roughly 3 full days of rehearsal for the parade.


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Infantry Specialist Cadet Course

The Infantry Specialist Cadet Course is a 12.5 week course held in Pasir Laba Camp. 1 school in SCS will take in Professional Term cadets each batch.

Expect lots of outfield, so make sure you have about 2-3 tubes of camo cream for your 12.5 weeks. You will be going to the Basic Combat Training Centre (BCTC) Area, which is past PLC's SOC ground almost every week.

Be prepared to be in your SBO2 (inclusive of soft plates) for your conventional operations training, and to be in your SBO3 (inclusive of soft plates and hard plates) regularly for your UO training. Also be prepared to carry many section stores (such as bangalore torpedoes, claymores etc.) and signal sets.

Infantry Professional Term is tough, but very manageable. Your time will pass by very quickly as you will have little time to yourself due to the long hours of training.

Below is a non-exhaustive list of activities done in Foundation Term:

Live Firing:
- Demolition Live Firing (I-chain, Claymore, Bangalore torpedoes)
- Advanced Trainfire Package (ATP - money is awarded for marksmanship!)
- Platoon Live Firing (Held overseas)

Outfield Exercises:
- Section Training at BCTC
- Navigation Exercises at Upper Mandai and Lower Mandai
- Exercise Grandslam 2 (inclusive of Urban and Conventional Operations) — Expect to march from midnight to dawn from location to location, with attack missions carried out right when the sun rises

Overseas Exercise:
- 2-3km Acclimatization Run/March
- 2-3km Terrain Reading March
- 3 day Navigation
- 2-3 day Section/Platoon Battle Course
- 5-8 day outfield exercise, similar to Exercise Grandslam 2

If you're worried about the Overseas Exercise (Starlight/Crescendo), don't fret too much. As it is a summative exercise, your commanders and instructors will tend to be more keen on assessing you, rather than punishing you.

Miscellaneous:
- 24km Initiation March to Selarang Camp
- 32km Combat Skills Badge March (inclusive of River Crossing and Live Firing)

Tips to survive Infantry Pro Term:

  • Always be alert. Check your equipment regularly, or you will risk having your entire company being mobilized after training to look for missing items.
  • Help one another. Everybody is struggling, so do your best to make life a little bit easier for one another. You will be surprised how easily others will reciprocate.
  • Be approachable and don't be hostile. You don't need to wayang, just don't put a target on your back. Don't antagonize your commanders and instructors, and they won't make life difficult for you.
  • Have fun. Your attitude will determine your experience. If you face the course with the right mindset and simply seek to do your best, you'll end up having fun.

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Professional Term

The Professional Term is a specialized term which lasts for 12.5 weeks to strengthen cadets into highly competent commanders.

These are some possible Pro Term Vocations (Training Institutes) that you may be posted to after Foundation Term:

  • Specialist Cadet School (Infantry)
  • Island Defence Training Institute (Military Police)
  • SAF Military Intelligence Institute (Infantry Recce, Armour Infantry Recce etc.)
  • SAF Medical Training Institute (Combat Medics)
  • Motorized Infantry Training Institute (Motorized Infantry i.e. 2SIR, 5SIR)
  • Engineer Training Institute (Combat Engineer, CBRE/EOD)
  • MP Command
  • Artillery Institute
  • Armour Training Institute
  • Signals Institute
  • Sniper Cadet Course
  • Naval Military Expert Institute

Of course, there are other rarer, more specialized training institutions that you may be posted to. These schools/vocations are few and far between, such as the Naval Warfare Systems Specialist/Air Crew Specialist roles. Yes, there is a small chance that you may be posted to Air Force/Navy.

Expect to face more specialized vocation-specific training in your respective postings. For example, in SAF Medical Training Institute, expect many lessons on relevant medical procedures. Similarly, in Artillery Training Institute, expect to be given lots of training regarding weapons such as mortars.

Most of these training institutes have summative exercises at the end of the Professional Term course, to mark a successful 12.5 weeks. For example, the Infantry Specialist Cadet Course (SCS) has Exercise Starlight / Crescendo. One exception to note is that in Armour Training Institute, the summative exercise is after the Specialist Cadet Graduation Parade.

So what determines your posting? Your course grade plays a part, in addition to other factors such as your pre-enlistment screening test. Learn more about the SCS Assessment system, which affects your course grade, here.



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Foundation Term

The Foundation Term is a combined term to shape cadets into competent junior commanders. 2 schools in SCS will take in Foundation Term cadets each batch.

Below is a non-exhaustive list of activities done in Foundation Term:

Technical Handling Lessons
- M203
- MATADOR
- SAW
- Night Vision Equipment
- Signal Equipment (PRC 650, PRC 840, PRC 940)
- GPS
- Tripflare
- Claymore

Live Firing
- M203
- MATADOR
- SAW
- Urban Ops Live Firing (MMRC)
- Section Live Firing (Section L/F Area)

Outfield Exercises
- Exercise Tenderfoot — one full day of navigation
- Exercise Grandslam — 5-8 days of outfield at Pulau Tekong, inclusive of Urban Operations and Conventional Operations

Miscellaneous
- Lessons on Leadership, National Education etc.
- Chemical Defence (inclusive of Smoke Chamber exercise)
- Guard Duty Training

The end of Foundation Term is marked by the Sergeant Rocky challenge, a 16km Route March which includes various stations to test what you have learnt throughout the previous 8 weeks.

After the Sergeant Rocky Challenge, cadets who are posted to Infantry Professional Term will be informed about their posting in the morning, while cadets who are posted to other Training Institutes will be informed later in the afternoon.



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Specialist Cadet Course Overview

The Specialist Cadet Course (SCC) is split up into three terms: the Foundation Term, the Professional Term, and the Combined Term.

SCS aims to train warfighters, trainers, and leaders, who are competent, fit, confident, committed and adaptive, and this is done through the three terms.

Foundation Term (8 Weeks)

The Foundation Term is a combined term to shape cadets into competent junior commanders. 2 schools in SCS will take in Foundation Term cadets each batch.

On the last day, cadets who are posted to Infantry Professional Term will be informed about their posting in the morning, while cadets who are posted to other Training Institutes will be informed later in the afternoon.

You can find out more about Foundation Term here.

 Professional Term (12.5 Weeks)

 The Professional Term is a specialized term to strengthen cadets into highly competent commanders.

 Cadets during their Professional Term are split into various Training Institutes located at various camps across Singapore.

You can find out more about Professional Term here.

 Combined Arms Term (1.5 Weeks)

 The Combined Arms Term is a summative term to sharpen cadets into being the pillar and backbone of the SAF.

Cadets in the Combined Arms Term are sorted into various syndicates, with the term culminating in the Specialist Cadet Graduation Parade.

You can find out more about the Combined Arms Term here.



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Pasir Laba Camp


While Pasir Laba Camp may be the Home of the Warrant Officer and Specialist Corps, it also houses a lot of other features. Here is a short list of units/amenities for your reference:

11C4I
- 11th Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence Battalion
- Has a Chef-in-the-box Machine, which is the only way to get a proper meal 24/7 while in PLC

SMI 
- SAF Military Intelligence Institute
- You may get posted here in Professional Term, and earn yourself a Recon Tab

TRADOC
- Army Training Doctrine Command
- Typically headed by a 1-Star Brigadier General (BG), the highest ranking personnel in PLC

TRMC
- Training Resource Management Centre
- When you hear your Enciks using the Walkie Talkie (TRS) to authenticate codes before live firing activities, your Encik is talking to somebody in TRMC

Cookhouse 1/Canteen 1
- The best cookhouse in PLC
- Bubble tea store at Level 2

Cookhouse 2/Canteen 2
- Cookhouse caters to the intelligence units in PLC
- Signature dish is its noodle soup

Cookhouse 3/Canteen 3
- Cookhouse which caters to SCS II and SCS III
- Rocky Hill Mess is beside Canteen 3, which is famous for its Full Battle Order Meal (FBO): Sambal Fried Rice with Chicken Cutlet, Egg, and Cheese

Compass Mess
- Beside the swimming pool, opposite HQ Army Intelligence
- Famous for its Seafood Hor Fun

Pasir Laba Camp Gym
- Opens 7AM-7PM Weekdays, closes early on Fridays
- Has 2 floors, with a decent selection of machines and free weights

Pasir Laba Medical Center
- Open 24/7, but don't go over during lunch time!
- Located beside Cookhouse 3

Personnel Admin Center (Pers Node)
- Where you go to when you've lost your 11B and need a temporary replacement (the yellow card is called a 15A)
- Where you go to collect your Pink IC when you ORD

SAF Printing Centre
- Located at the Camp Commandant's Office
- The only Printing Centre in the SAF

MMRC
- Multi-Mission Range Complex
- First of its kind indoor live-firing range which you will grow to love

BCTC
- Basic Combat Training Centre
- Your second home during Infantry Professional Term




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Structure of a typical company in SCS (Support Staff)

Each company in SCS will have the following:
  • Company Quartermaster Sergeant (CQMS)
  • Supply Assistants - General Equipment (SAGE/Storemen)
  • Armskoteman
  • Admin Support Assistant (ASA/Clerk)
These personnel are typically NSFs, and can make your life in SCS much easier.

Company Quartermaster Sergeant (CQMS)

Your CQMS assists your CSM in taking charge of all the stores in the company. He is typically a 3SG, but may also be a Private (PTE)/Lance Corporal (LCP)/Corporal (CPL) undergoing on-job training.

Why you should befriend him: Broke something or lost something but you don't want to pay? Talk to your CQ, and if he likes you, he might help you find a solution and you might end up not needing to pay a single cent.

Supply Assistants - General Equipment (SAGE/Storemen)

Your storemen assist your CQ and CSM with managing and handling the stores. He is typically a PTE/LCP/CPL/Corporal First Class (CFC).

Why you should befriend him: Want to get drinks or food for free? Or want to get an ice cold drink while out in the field? Your storemen are your best bet for these little bits of welfare.

Armskoteman

Your Armskoteman assists your CSM with handling the Armskote. He is typically a PTE/LCP/CPL/CFC.

Why you should befriend him: Want to be the first platoon to send arms every day? Want to shorten how long it takes to draw/send arms? Befriend your Armskoteman and he'll make it happen.

Admin Support Assistant (ASA/Clerk)

Your ASA assists your 2IC with all paperwork related issues. He is typically a PTE/LCP/CPL/CFC.

Why you should befriend him: He's the guy you look for to do things like claims, or if you need to replace missing 11Bs. Get on his good side and he'll make it as fast as he can for you.



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  1. More about SCS
  2. Structure of SCS Coys (Command Team)
  3. Structure of SCS Coys (Support Staff)
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Structure of a typical company in SCS (Command Team)

Each company in SCS will have the following:

  • Officer Commanding (OC)
  • Company 2IC (2IC)
  • Company Sergeant Major (CSM/CWO)
  • Platoon Commander (PC)
  • Platoon Warrant Officer (PWO)
  • Section Instructor

Similar to BMT, each company will house 2-3 platoons, each with 3-4 sections. Each platoon will have a PC and a PWO, and each section will have a Section Instructor.

Every day, there will be a Company Duty Officer (CDO), who will plan and arrange the schedule for the day. He also has other duties (such as conducting first/last parade and clearing the armskote).

There will also be a Company Duty Instructor (CDI) and a Platoon Duty Instructor (PDI) every day. These are Section Instructors who are in charge of overseeing and managing the company and platoons respectively

Officer Commanding

The big poncho. Typically a Master Warrant Officer (MWO), or First Warrant Officer (1WO) about to be promoted to MWO.

He vets and overseas all company-level training, and is typically the supervising officer for most conducts of activities.

Company 2IC

The second biggest poncho. Typically a First Warrant Officer (1WO), or Second Warrant Officer (2WO) about to be promoted to 1WO.

He plans and schedules the training programme together with the HQ's Training Officer, and can also be the supervising officer for most activities.

Company Sergeant Major

The fiercest guy in the company. Typically a Third Warrant Officer (3WO) who has completed his Company Sergeant Major tour in a previous unit.

He indents everything for the company, from rations to buses to stationery - everything except for ammunition. He probably will tell you to "address me as Sergeant Major" on your first day.

Platoon Commander

The kind father of the platoon. Typically a Second Warrant Officer (2WO), or a Third Warrant Officer (3WO) about to be promoted to 2WO.

He plans and is in charge of the conduct of most activities. During Professional Term, he will also fight in missions alongside with you when outfield.

Platoon Warrant Officer

The strict mother of the platoon. Typically a Staff Sergeant (SSG) or Master Sergeant (MSG).

He is in charge of the regimentation and discipline of the platoon. He also plans and is in charge of the conduct of physical training activities.

Section Instructor

The big brother of the section. Typically an NSF 3SG, but can be a Regular 2SG, 1SG, or even a Staff Sergeant (SSG).

He is in charge of your section, and will oversee all of your training. He will also assess your performance and will grade you accordingly.



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Structure of SCS

SCS actually refers to the three schools (SCS I, SCS II, and SCS III) in the Specialist and Warrant Officer Institute, or SWI.

The other two schools in SWI are:

  • The Specialist & Warrant Officer Advanced School (SWAS)
  • The Singapore Armed Forces Warrant Officer School (SAFWOS)

Specialist and Warrant Officer Institute (SWI)

The Commander of SWI is typically a Full Colonel (COL). He is assisted by the Deputy Commander (typically a Lieutenant Colonel/LTC) and the Chief Master Trainer (typically a Master Warrant Officer/MWO).


Specialist & Warrant Officer Advanced School (SWAS)

The Commanding Officer of SWAS is typically a Chief Warrant Officer (CWO).

SWAS conducts courses such as the BWF-PS Course (Platoon Sergeant Course, for 2SGs/3SGs)


Singapore Armed Forces Warrant Officer School (SAFWOS)

The Commanding Officer of SAFWOS is typically a Chief Warrant Officer (CWO).

SAFWOS conducts courses such as the JLC (Joint Leadership Course, for 2WOs/ME3s)


Specialist Cadet Schools I, II, III

Each of the Specialist Cadet Schools have a Commanding Officer (typically a Lieutenant Colonel/LTC), a School 2IC (typically a Major/MAJ), and a Master Trainer (typically a Master Warrant Officer/MWO).

SCS I comprises the three companies: Alpha, Bravo, Charlie. Delta was converted into the School HQ in 2017.

SCS II comprises the three companies: Echo, Golf, Hotel. Foxtrot was converted into the School HQ in 2017.

SCS III comprises the three companies: Kilo, Lima, Mike. Juliet was converted into the School HQ in 2017.



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Step 3: Your First Week in SCS

You must be thinking. What items should I bring in my first week? What kind of training or activities should I expect? Fret not, because everything you need to know is here.

What to Bring
As stated in your posting instructions, you will need to bring all of your standard BMT items.
This includes:
  1. ILBV — For the route march, weapons training (and possibly SOC training)
  2. Field Pack with 10 pack items, fully packed — For the route march and field pack inspection (force prep)
  3. Elbow guards and Knee guards — For the weapons training in your Short Battle Order 1 (SBO1)
  4. Civilian shirt, belt, pants, and shoes — In SCS, cadets book in and out of camp in civilian clothing. For your first week, most companies will allow you to book out in civilian clothing if you have brought them.
  5. Everyday Items — Don't forget your everyday items like underwear, hangers, slippers, and detergent.
  6. Lots of coins — Most companies have washing machines and dryers for you to use, but they are coin operated. Vending machines for both drinks and snacks are also there for your use.
What to Expect
Most companies in SCS consider the first week as a "honeymoon" week, and tend to be more relaxed. Certain schools will even indent night snacks every day!

Here's a rough overview of what will happen on your first week.

Day 1
- In-processing (updating of your personal particulars)
- Drawing of tablets
- OC opening address (a briefing about the Foundation Term course)
- CSM briefing on regimentation and discipline
- Fire Drill
- PC Interview

Day 2
- Turnout (will likely be either in the early morning, or in the late afternoon when the sun is about to set)
- Route March and Long 4 PT after the turnout

Day 3/4
- Weapons Training (SAW, M203, MATADOR)
- Equipment Training (Night Vision Equipment, GPS, Signal Equipment - PRC 650)

Day 5
- IPPT/SOC
- Physical Training

You will not be confined over the weekend. Expect to book out approximately 4-5pm.



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Step 2: Getting to Pasir Laba Camp

Do leave your house early in the morning, because on the first day, there will almost certainly be a traffic jam around the Joo Koon area. This is because there are multiple camps nearby, such as SAFTI (OCS Camp), Jurong Camp, and the Tuas bases.

It would be good to arrive early, as it would give you more time to settle down and unpack. And if you're the first few to reach your bunk, you might be able to choose your own bed!


Image result for pasir laba camp map

If you are going by public transport, take MRT or bus to Joo Koon MRT (Green Line).

From there, go to the interchange and take Bus 182. Alight at the second stop, and cross the zebra crossing to your right, and follow the path ahead.

From there, you should see ushers to guide you to the in-processing counter.

  1. Step 1: Things you should know about SCS
  2. Step 2: Getting to Pasir Laba Camp
  3. Step 3: Your First Week in SCS
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Step 1: Things you should know about SCS

You've probably heard a lot of rumours about SCS.

Maybe you're feeling a little apprehensive, maybe you're feeling a little disappointed. But don't worry, this guide will answer all of your questions about SCS.

Here's a few things you should know before you start your journey as a Specialist Cadet (SCT):


Warrant Officers run the show

In SCS, the only commissioned officers you will see are in your School HQ (CO, 2IC), and in the HQ of Specialist and Warrant Officer Institute (Commander, Deputy Commander). Everything else is run by Specialists (Specs) and Warrant Officers (Enciks).

This is good because Warrant Officers have a great wealth of experience and are very knowledgeable. However, one downside is that their planning of activities may be lacking as they did not receive the same training that Commissioned Officers have had (in OCS and other Advanced Schools).

Most of your Commanders and Instructors are regular personnel

These regular personnel have families to go back to, and thus tend to return to their families after last parade. They are stay-out personnel. This gives you, as a cadet, much more freedom, especially at night.

The only exception would be section instructors. Some of your section instructors are National Servicemen - Full-time (NSFs), and are stay-in personnel. This means that they will be in camp whenever you are in camp, and may drop by from time to time for lessons or spot-checks.

A rank is what you wear, but respect is what you earn

You've probably heard things such as how SCS (previously SISPEC) stood for "Suffer In Silence (Plus Extra Confinement)", or how SCS is basically BMT all over again. Or maybe you've heard people saying that you should either be an officer or a rifleman, because specialists get flak from both officers and riflemen.

Don't worry too much at this point. Focus on your training, and make sure you are knowledgeable enough to lead. Don't be too passive, and make the most of your time. As you learn how to be a good follower, you will naturally learn how to be a good leader.

  1. Step 1: Things you should know about SCS
  2. Step 2: Getting to Pasir Laba Camp
  3. Step 3: Your First Week in SCS
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