Civil Affairs operators are versatile, innovative, and highly trained Soldiers who operate in small, autonomous teams among local populations, even in hostile or denied territory. Trained in foreign languages, cultural expertise, and negotiation techniques, CA Soldiers commonly operate in civilian clothes in over 80 different countries worldwide to build networks of formal and informal leaders and accomplish important missions in diplomatically or politically sensitive areas.
THOR3 - Access to world-class facilities, strength coaches, and nutritionists
Advanced training
Unique real-world missions
General Requirements (Enlisted and Officer)
Pass an Army Physical Fitness Test and height/weight standards
PULHES 111221 or better
Have an Enlisted Record Brief/Officer Record Brief
Enlisted Requirements
Be within the rank of specialist to staff sergeant
NCOs must have the Basic Leaders Course
ASVAB GT Score of 107 or above (non-waiverable)
SPC: no less than 1 year TIS and no more than
4 years TIS and 3 years TIG
SGT: no less than 2 years TIS and no more than
6 years TIS and 3 years TIG
Pass an APFT and HT/WT within six months
Be eligible for a SECRET security clearance
(security clearance is not required to attend)
Officer Requirements
Be a first lieutenant in a targeted Year Group.
Be eligible for a TOP SECRET security clearance under provisions
of AR 380-67
Possess a baccalaureate degree
Have a valid DA photo
Required Documents
ARSOF Volunteer Statement
Soldier Record Brief
PFA Card
SFAS or SERE Physical w/EKG
Waiver Documents (where required)
These documents are required to be returned to your recruiter. For questions or clarification, please contact your recruiter. Documents can be downloaded here.
