Basic MARSOC/Force Recon Qualifications
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Score 105 or higher on the GT portion of the ASVAB.
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- Possess a first-class swimmer qualification.
- Obtain a first-class score on the PFT.
- Have 20/200 near visual acuity or visual acuity not to exceed 20/400 with a completed PRK eye surgery. Normal color vision is recommended but not required, provided the Marine can complete a vivid red and vivid green recognition test.
- Complete Marine Rifleman Course.
- Assigned as a primary MOS to entry-level Marines and obtain a manager-approved lateral move.
- Marines who graduate from the Basic Reconnaissance Course (BRC).
- Volunteers from any MOS may be certified for AMOS only by Recon unit commanders after attending the SRC or through managed on-the-job training at a BRC-endorsed, unit-training program to include six months in an MOS 0321 billet.
- Be eligible for a secret security clearance.
- Be selected for and graduate from the Marine Special Operations School.
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