Lessons are facilitated in a small group setting with a collaborative approach, which allows the Soldiers to discover information and then apply it to new and ambiguous situations. Instruction at the BLC is accomplished with the Army Experiential Learning Model (ELM) methodology. BLC is designed to build basic leader and trainer skills needed to lead a team size element while providing the foundation for further development along the PME learning continuum. These competencies are: Readiness, Leadership, Training Management, Communications, Operations, and Program Management. The BLC focuses on six NCO Common Core Competencies (NCO-C3). Be ready to collaborate with your peers.Understand that the Basic Leader Course is a professional education environment.Refresh on basic grammar and writing skills.As a result, learners will be able to train, lead, and conduct operations at the team level. Using the Leadership Requirements Model (LRM) through a holistic approach, learners will develop skills in written and oral communications, critical and creative thinking, problem solving, leadership and counseling, drill and ceremonies, how to train Soldiers, character development, nutrition and physical fitness, troop leading procedures and mission orders, Army programs, and how to build effective teams. BLC prepares the Specialist/Corporal for duties and responsibilities as a Sergeant.

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