Still awaiting Enrollment - LogO

[demystify9]

While I wait for my enrollment date, I have a few questions for those with experience in this field.

I understand that Logistics Officers (Log O) include both Logistics Sustainment Officers (LSO) and Logistics Finance Officers (LFO). Although my work background is in supply, I have a strong interest in finance, numbers, and mathematics. I will be enrolling in the Reserves, with BMOQ scheduled for this summer, followed by LOCC training in the summer of 2026.

I feel that working in the Reserves will allow me ample free time, and I have also been accepted into two undergraduate programs:
Accounting Technology (2 years)
Nursing (4 years)

My Questions:

1. Would studying Accounting Technology help ease my transition into the LFO side of the occupation? Or is this not necessary because of trainings provided at CAF?

2. I plan to transfer to the Regular Force after completing LOCC training. Is it possible to transition before that? What is the right time?

3. At 36, I want to ensure I make the right career decision. Any advice to avoid potential mistakes would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

 

[sarahsmom]

For 3. Just remember that you are 36 and not 18. Don't compare yourself to the 18 years olds on your courses.

 

[demystify9]

For 3. Just remember that you are 36 and not 18. Don't compare yourself to the 18 years olds on your courses.

I appreciate the perspective. Are you suggesting that my experience will be an advantage, or are there specific challenges I should be aware of?

 

[AmmoTech90]

Both. Use your life experience to help rein in youthful excess and poor judgement. Realize that an 18 year old can thrash their body a lot more and bounce back quickly compared to a 36 year old. You only get one body and your clock has been running twice as long.

 

[demystify9]

Both. Use your life experience to help rein in youthful excess and poor judgement. Realize that an 18 year old can thrash their body a lot more and bounce back quickly compared to a 36 year old. You only get one body and your clock has been running twice as long.

That makes sense. I will keep that in mind and train smart. Thanks for the advice!