Army MOS · Medical
Q5 Special Forces Combat Diving, Medical
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Overview
The Special Forces Combat Diving, Medical designation identifies positions requiring Soldiers qualified in the medical aspects of Special Forces combat diving operations. It applies to enlisted positions with this specific qualification requirement.
Notes & Sources
- Q5 (Special Forces Combat Diving, Medical) is an Army Additional Skill Identifier (proponent: USAJFKSWCS), not a standalone military occupation.
- Authority scope: "Identifies positions requiring Soldiers qualified in medical aspects of SF combat diving operations." Award requirement: "Must successfully complete the Special Forces Diving, Medical Technician Course, Key West, FL." Restrictions: "For use with MOS 18D and 68W only." The identifier alone does not establish a civilian occupation; occupation-specific skills and career guidance depend on the holder's primary MOS and actual duties.
Evidence for this guidance (1 document)
- DA PAM 611-21 FY2025 Smartbook ch 12 (posted 2025-12-04): ASI Q5 Special Forces Combat Diving, Medical
[1] Table 12-2 numerical listing of ASIs, entry 'Code: Q5 ', lines 3952-3959
Supports: Specialty definition
Source review recorded October 7, 2026.
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