Welcome to Limited Duty Officer/Warrant Officer/Chief Warrant Officer (LDO/WO/CWO) Academy. This school is one of four officer accession programs operating at Officer Training Command Newport (OTCN). The LDO/WO/CWO Academy is the final step of your transition into the Naval Officer Corps. This course is comprehensive, intense, and designed to reinforce your understanding of the responsibilities as a Naval Officer.
We look forward to your arrival. Check into the NGIS building as early as possible the day before your class convenes. You will report to Callaghan Hall (Building 370), Room 301, at 0700 in your NWUs with the required paperwork listed under the Required Paperwork/Items "tab" on this page. After reading this website in its entirety, please consult the phone numbers at the bottom of the Frequently Asked Questions "tabbed" section on this page if you have additional questions.
Sincerely, CAPT Alcorn Commanding Officer Officer Training Command Newport
The Limited Duty Officer/Warrant Officer/Chief Warrant Officer (LDO/WO/CWO) Academy is a three week course designed to complete the transition of prior senior enlisted Sailors for their new roles in the wardroom per the Navy’s Officer Professional Core Competencies.
To develop newly commissioned officers morally, mentally, physically, and imbue them with the highest ideals of honor, courage, and commitment in order to prepare them for the Fleet. Additionally, this Academy prepares officers to become effective leaders by developing fundamental skills in leadership, written and oral communication, career management and administration.
Must be a commissioned LDO/CWO or appointed WO in the U.S. Navy under the provisions of OPNAVINST 1420.1B. Must meet Navy physical readiness standards per OPNAVINST 6110.1J, prior to arrival.
Please check with Navy Region Mid-Atlantic regarding announced uniform shifts.
Note: Make sure you get your commissioned ID card and your dependents IDs updated before departing so DEERS is updated. After commissioning, contact DEERS to ensure continuity of entitlements.