Basic Military Officer Qualification (BMOQ)

Length

15 weeks – for the Direct Entry Officer (DEO) Plan candidates and the Regular Officer Training Plan (ROTP) - Civilian Universities’ candidates

11 weeks – for the Regular Officer Training Plan (ROTP) – Military Colleges’ candidates

Objectives

Prepare future officers to effectively lead small teams in simple operations in both garrison and austere field conditions.

Content

• Demonstrate Military Leadership
• Adhere to Canadian Forces regulations and orders
• Operate the service rifle
• Physical Fitness
• Drill
• Administer First Aid
• Operate in a field environment
• Lead in force protection operations
• Survive under Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) conditions
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Communicate verbally and in writing
• Lead Subordinates
• Conduct Mission / Activity
• Canadian domestic / international military relationships
• History, heritage, traditions of the profession of arms in Canada
• Canadian Forces well-being programs and initiatives
• Personal management and administrative procedures
• Maintain Standard for Dress and Deportment
• Participate in Bayonet Fighting Training
• Acquire Knowledge Related to the Canadian Forces