Photo By Lance Cpl. Isaiah Gomez | Newly pinned chief petty officers (CPO) march during the CPO pinning ceremony at the...... read more read more
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From a legacy of honor, courage and commitment, the U.S. Navy continues their traditions with the Fiscal Year 21 Chief Petty Officer (CPO) Pinning Ceremony. The CPO Pinning Ceremony is the culmination of a six-week training period where senior enlisted leaders are challenged on their leadership and mentoring abilities. A senior CPO will mentor a CPO selectee during this training period and help guide them to becoming a stronger leader.
“The CPO ceremony represents the transition of newly selected chief petty officers and their induction into the chief petty officer mess,” said U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Jody G. Fletcher, the Command Master Chief of the II Marine Expeditionary Force. “They will never forget this day. The legacy, mentorship and communication are all a part of naval tradition these chiefs old and new will bring in the next generation of chiefs.”
Training is not limited to U.S. Navy personnel, senior enlisted Marines are welcomed to complete the course as well. Becoming a CPO is an arduous process for eligible senior enlisted personnel requiring them to have high exam scores, off duty education, awards, collateral duties and high performance evaluations. Afterwards, their package is sent to a selection board consisting of CPOs who will determine who is qualified to be inducted into their fold. Once selected they must complete an indoctrination course known as CPO 365.
Selections are announced shortly after and the CPO selectees take part in six weeks of physically and mentally taxing training. If they endure, they will be ceremoniously and publicly promoted.
“This is the third highest achievement I have ever had in my career, to become an honorary chief gave me chills throughout the entire season,” said 1st Sgt. Beth Abbot, first sergeant of Combat Engineer Instruction Company with Marine Corps Engineering School. “I recommend this course for other Marines because it links camaraderie together. What I take back to my unit will help bond, fold and shape Marines and Sailors that will give the Marine Corps and the Navy a stronger bond.”
| Date Taken: | 01.29.2021 |
| Date Posted: | 02.02.2021 13:01 |
| Story ID: | 388152 |
| Location: | CAMP JOHNSON, NORTH CAROLINA, US |
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