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18X Contract Length: How Long the Army Special Forces Pipeline Really Takes

18X Contract Length: How Long the Army Special Forces Pipeline Really Takes

18X Contract Length: How Long the Army Special Forces Pipeline Really TakesCombat Fitness
Published on: 30/03/2026

How long is an 18X contract? Most Green Beret candidates owe 4–5 years active duty. See the full pipeline timeline - OSUT, SFAS, and the Q Course - explained.

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SFAS Training Program FAQ: How to Prep for Selection

SFAS Training Program FAQ: How to Prep for Selection

SFAS Training Program FAQ: How to Prep for SelectionCombat Fitness
Published on: 26/03/2026

SFAS is a brutal 24-day selection most candidates don't pass. Learn how to build the rucking, running, and strength base to arrive ready.

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How to Become a Green Beret: Selection, Q Course, MOS

How to Become a Green Beret: Selection, Q Course, MOS

How to Become a Green Beret: Selection, Q Course, MOSCombat Fitness
Published on: 14/03/2026

How to become a Green Beret, step by step: SFAS selection, the year-long Q Course, the 18-series MOS, and the 1.5–2 years it truly takes. Start your prep here.

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18E MOS: Army Special Forces Communications Sergeant

18E MOS: Army Special Forces Communications Sergeant

18E MOS: Army Special Forces Communications SergeantCombat Fitness
Published on: 21/02/2026

18E is the Army's Special Forces Communications Sergeant - the ODA's comms expert. Inside the MOS: duties, the 14-week course, and the Green Beret path.

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