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Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer: Standards & Pay | Combat Fitness

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Published on: 12/09/2026

Coast Guard rescue swimmer requirements, AST school, fitness standards, gear and 2026 pay, plus how to train for selection. See the full standards.

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Coast Guard Ranks: Enlisted, Officer and Insignia Chart

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Published on: 07/09/2026

Coast Guard ranks run E-1 to E-9, CWO2 to CWO4 and O-1 to O-10. See the full chart with insignia, 2026 pay by grade and Navy equivalents. Check yours.

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How Long Is Officer Candidate School? OCS Length by Branch

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Published on: 19/02/2026

How long is OCS? Officer Candidate School runs 9.5 to 17 weeks depending on the branch. Compare Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine & Coast Guard OCS length.

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