What is National Guard RSP?

What is National Guard RSP?

Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) is a program of the United States Army National Guard designed to introduce new recruits to the fundamentals of the U.S. Army before they leave to Basic Combat Training (BCT) and Advanced Individual Training (AIT). The motto is “Paratus Preliator” (prepared warrior).

Is National Guard RSP mandatory?

Yes it is. You usually will go to three phases of it – just like basic training and they will teach you the things you will learn in basic. RSP is considered an actual drill weekend, so you get paid as such.

How long do you have to serve in the National Guard?

eight years

Can my job fire me for going to basic training?

Employers are required by law to give you time off for military duty but you should give them as much notice as possible. Of course military Orders need to be presented to the Employer to be able to approve the time away from your company.

Is there a weight limit for the National Guard?

New recruits have a higher weight limit than those already serving in the military. For instance, a recruit who is between 17 and 20 years, with a height of 60 inches, should not exceed 120lbs. However, if you are in the military, your maximum weight limit is 116lbs for females and 132lbs for males.

Does National Guard work full time?

They work for the military full time, may live on a military base, and can be deployed at any time. Persons in the Reserve or National Guard are not full-time active duty military personnel, although they can be deployed at any time should the need arise.

Do employers have to pay for National Guard?

Do you have to pay your employees while they are engaged in military service? Generally, only public employers are required to pay for any part of military leave. Private employers may grant annual leave with or without pay and may pay for all or part of the leave.

Is National Guard considered a job?

National Guard members (and National Disaster Medical System reservists) are protected under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).

What happens if you miss drill in the National Guard?

The rules for guard members missing drill and what can be done about it vary from state to state. In practice, punishments for missing a part or all of a weekend drill range from nothing, to not being paid, to having to make up the drill, and in some rare instances arrest and punishment.

How does military leave pay work?

Whatever their rank, all military personnel get the same amount of annual paid time off. Military members get 30 days of paid leave per year, earned at the rate of 2.5 days per month.