About the Course
The CWOPD course is designed to assist newly commissioned CWOs in transitioning into the commissioned officer ranks. The course curriculum focuses on leadership, service etiquette, customs and courtesies, communication (oral and written), and the necessary administrative skills needed to become an effective Coast Guard Officer. CWOPD builds upon individual skills attained through ones career and provides a vehicle for sharing experiences to improve group effectiveness. This course facilitates professional and personal growth in knowledge, skills, attitudes, and abilities through learning, self-awareness, self-assessment, feedback, and reflection. Key areas of emphasis are Coast Guard Vision, Core Values, Professionalism, Lifelong learning, and the uniqueness of Chief Warrant Officers in our service. This course also emphasizes education assessment, diversity, critical thinking, and mentoring. Attendance and successful completion of the CWOPD course is mandatory for all W-2s within the first 18 months of commission.
Convening Dates
| FY24 Class |
Session |
Virtual |
Resident |
Graduation |
| CWOPD 1-24 |
143 |
Oct 23 – 27, 2023 |
Oct 30, 2023 |
Nov 3, 2023 |
| CWOPD 2-24 |
144 |
Dec 04 – 08, 2023 |
Dec 11 – 15, 2023 |
Dec 15, 2023 |
| CWOPD 3-24 |
145 |
Jan 15 – 19, 2024 |
Jan 22 – 26, 2024 |
Jan 26, 2024 |
| CWOPD 4-24 |
146 |
Feb 19 – Feb 23, 2024 |
Feb 26 – March 1, 2024 |
March 1, 2024 |
| CWOPD 5-24 |
147 |
March 25 – 29, 2024 |
April 1 – 5, 2024 |
April 5, 2024 |
| CWOPD 6-24 |
148 |
April 29 – May 03, 2024 |
May 06 – 10, 2024 |
May 10, 2024 |
| CWOPD 7-24 |
149 |
Jun 03 – June 07, 2024 |
June 10 – 14, 2024 |
June 14, 2024 |
| CWOPD 8-24 |
150 |
July 8 – 12, 2024 |
July 15 – July 19, 2024 |
July 19, 2024 |
| CWOPD 9-24 |
151 |
Aug 12 – 16, 2024 |
Aug 19 – 22, 2024 |
Aug 23, 2024 |
| CWOPD 10-24 |
152 |
Sept 16 – 20, 2024 |
Sept 23 – 27, 2024 |
Sept 27, 2024 |
Blended class. First week will be virtual. Second week residency in New London, CT.
Application Procedures
Coordinate with your Training Officer or ESO to submit an Electronic Training Request (ETR) using Direct Access. Course code: 501614.
Program Manager
LCDR Merrill Gutowski, email: Merrill.Gutowski@uscg.mil