NEC
804G
Expeditionary Force - Combat Skills
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Obtains necessary individual knowledge, skills and abilities to perform Combat Lifesaver/Tier 2 TCCC (graduates receive certificate for CIN B-300-2020), don and wear Individual Combat Equipment (ICE), and Chemical, Biological and Radiological (CBR) gear in order to function safely in a field CBR/Nuclear (CBRN) environment. Learns basic land navigation, basic radio communications procedures and reports, Counter-Improvised Explosive Device(C-IED) recognition and basic convoy fundamentals. Performs small arms range live fire training and ammunition handling safely with minimum risk. Demonstrates proficiency in and qualifies on primary and secondary weapons (OPNAVINST 3591 CAT II pistol and rifle). Performs basic combat movement and shooting techniques while engaging targets and transitions from primary to secondary weapon. Understands psycho/physiological effects induced during deadly force or life-threatening confrontations and learns methods to effectively minimize their impact on engagement decision making during Judgment-Based Engagement Training (JET), using computer-based and training simunition exercises in a controlled environment.
Core Skills
- combat lifesaver care
- tactical combat casualty care
- chemical biological radiological protection
- land navigation
- tactical radio procedures
- counter ied awareness
- convoy operations
- small arms safety
- weapons qualification
- judgment based engagement
Common Certifications
- Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Certification
- Hazardous Materials Technician Certification
- Firearms Instructor Certification
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40 Hour
Civilian Career Paths
- EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- PRIVATE SECURITY
- LAW ENFORCEMENT
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Certification
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40 Hour
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
Career Growth
- Paramedic (NREMT)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- Firearms Instructor Certification
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.