ADVANCED / WALK · CSSServe the Mission.
Cadet Service Support
Serve the Mission.
Support the Team.
Selected returning Cadets age 15+ gain on-the-job experience supporting Camp Liberty. Prior CFLC or Ranger graduation, four completed XMC weeks and a minimum two-week approved assignment apply.
Camp Liberty · Battleground, Alabama · Cullman County, North Alabama
$1,850–$2,200 by session · tuition
ADVANCED / WALK
Cadet Service Support
DURATION2+ weeks · approved assignment
WHO IT IS FORSelected returning Cadets
AGE / PLACEMENT15+ · selected returning Cadets
ENTRY POINTCBT + CFLC or Ranger graduation; approval
- Dates
- Jun 6–Jun 26 · Jun 27–Jul 10
- Tuition · USD
- $1,850–$2,200 by session · View Session Details ↗
Tuition includes: instruction, Challenger lodging, standard meals and scheduled local training transportation.
Budget separately for: travel, BHM airport transfers, medication administration, photography, selected special meals, required personal items and additional haircuts. Review final charges in CampMinder before paying.
Complete Inclusions & Additional Costs ↗ · Nonrefundable Payment Terms ↗
01 / THE MISSION
Leadership Also Means Supporting Others.
Not everyone in the Uniformed Services is an Infantry troop. Even in the U.S. Marine Corps, where "every Marine is a rifleman," there are support personnel to ensure the system moves efficiently.
02 / TRAINING FOCUS
Build on What You Have Earned.
A clear view of the areas covered
through instruction and practical experience.
Public Affairs
Operations Support
Supply and Accountability
Working Alongside Experienced Cadre
Service Through Responsibility
Explore the full course outline
This is a period of on-the-job training, where Cadets are involved in the operation of the camp, including administration, public affairs, operations, supply, etc. Cadets are selected for an approved assignment period based on qualifications and their other course registrations. Applicants must be highly-qualified and hand-picked for this program.
SELECTED SERVICE SUPPORT
Support the Camp.
Build Your Experience.
Selection and Placement
Cadets are hand-selected based on qualifications, past performance, maturity and program needs. Review the prerequisites above and obtain Admissions approval for the proposed assignment before enrollment.
Two or More Approved Weeks
Service Support assignments are for a minimum of two weeks. The exact assignment period must be approved around other training and current operational needs. Tuition is listed by approved CampMinder session; the minimum assignment and placement requirements still apply.
Real Work and Individual Mentorship
Cadets assist with administration, public affairs, operations, supply and other approved support functions. Assignments may include summer preparation or support during summer training. Hard work is paired with experience alongside Cadre and opportunities for mentorship.
03 / PLAN YOUR TRAINING
Know the Dates.
Make Your Plan.
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| Session | Start | End | Graduation | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | Jun 6 | Jun 26 | No separate graduation | $2,200 |
| Session 2 | Jun 27 | Jul 10 | No separate graduation | $1,850 |
Session 1
- Dates
- Jun 6 – Jun 26
- Graduation
- No separate graduation
- Tuition
- $2,200
Session 2
- Dates
- Jun 27 – Jul 10
- Graduation
- No separate graduation
- Tuition
- $1,850
Start with Admissions. Assignment approval is required before enrollment.
Prices are in U.S. dollars. Confirm availability, eligibility and final charges in CampMinder. Tuition, Discounts & Additional Costs ↗ · Nonrefundable Payment Terms ↗
XMC VIDEO
Watch the Experience.
Explore supporting the Camp Liberty mission. Review assignment approval, prerequisites and the required training period before applying.
Cadet Service Support
Silent program video · 1:21
BEFORE YOU REPORT
Prepare For
Your Assignment.
Cadets are responsible for preparing their equipment and following their approved assignment instructions. Read the combined CSS / OJT packet before arrival.
Email Admissions about skills or duties you hope to explore. Assignments depend on program needs. If you are continuing into another course, follow its packing requirements as well.
Use this course page and Admissions approval for current eligibility and dates; the packet is the December 2024 preparation edition.
PDF · 11 pages
YOUR NEXT STEP
Confirm Your
Next Step.
Request an Assignment ↗Contact Admissions about eligibility and approval before enrolling.855-XMC-CAMPadmissions@xmccamp.com ↗