Navy
COMBAT
NEC
NEC
O26C
Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Platoon Leading Chief Petty Officer (PLCPO)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Special Warfare Operator rating
Description
The Special Warfare Operator Platoon Leading Chief Petty Officer leads a SEAL platoon conducting special warfare, reconnaissance, maritime, and restricted-water missions. The role manages personnel, training, readiness, intelligence collection, safety, and mission execution across teams operating in demanding environments.
Core Skills
- platoon leadership
- special operations planning
- maritime reconnaissance
- intelligence collection
- scuba diving operations
- training management
- personnel readiness management
- risk management
- mission briefing
- operational reporting
Common Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- CompTIA Security+
- Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP)
- Association of Diving Contractors International Commercial Diver Certification
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- PRIVATE SECURITY
- EXECUTIVE PROTECTION
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Outreach Training
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
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.