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A career as a Navy SWCC provides intangible and tangible benefits. SWCC operators work alongside their highly skilled teammates to accomplish missions important to national security. Their offices are on the water and off the beaten path. Every SWCC operator was selected for his unique talents and abilities, and each man who wears the SWCC pin has endured the same mentally challenging and physical demanding training. The relationships and friendships formed within the SWCC community last a lifetime.

LEARNING: SUCCESS DEPENDS ON ATTENTION TO DETAILS

SWCC are constantly learning new skills, while improving and refining existing skills. Qualified SWCC may be eligible for a variety of training courses that develop an operator's knowledge base and technical skill. The following are just some of the courses that Navy SWCC operators have access to during their careers:

Communications School
Joint Terminal Air Controller
Small Arms Maintenance
Military Operations Planning
Parachuting School
Parachute Rigger School
50-ton and 100-ton Masters Licensing
Diesel Engine Maintenance
Outboard Motor Repair

COMPENSATION: TAX FREE PAY

In addition to SWCC leadership traits, SWCC receive a salary, medical and life insurance, education funding, travel and supply discounts, and more. These Navy SWCC benefits allow each SWCC to contribute to his community, family and country.

Starting pay of up to $60,000

Qualification and re-enlistment bonuses

Possible repayment of college loans

Extra pay for diving, parachuting and demolitions

30 days vacation per year

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement after 20 years

Tax free pay in combat zones

Tax free allowances for housing and food

Access to military facilities