CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS

ASVAB: VE + AR = 115 and VE = 53 (VE is not waiverable); or PC + AR = 115 and VE = 53 (VE not waiverable)
Must be eligible for a Security clearance
60 month obligation
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Normal color perception is required

The MC rate is a special program with requirements found in MILPERSMAN 1440-010 and MILPERSMAN 1306-618.
Rating Conversion Sailors need OJT and a portfolio, followed by an interview with Letter of Recommendation from the senior regional MC. Completed conversion packages should be forwarded to the MC Enlisted Community Manager (ECM) by the Command Career Counselor (CCC). Completed conversion packages must include:
 

1. Portfolio consisting of the following (best candidates will have examples from each category, examples from at least two categories required). *Hyperlinks to products recommended as scanning can degrade image quality. See senior MC for assistance.
 

a. Writing examples (published is preferred, but not required)

b. Photography examples with captions (published is preferred, but not required)

c. Graphic design/layout

d. Video or multimedia product
 

2. Interview and letter from a senior MC in geo area (E7 or above). Senior MC consideration for endorsement should include:
 

a. Review of Sailor’s package

b. OJT-where, with whom, how long

c. Any MC rate training manual or MC PQS completion
 

3. Command approved NAVPERS 1306/7

4. Command recommendation letter from CO/XO/CMC (this can just be on the 1306)
 

a. Verification that he/she: **Include in triad endorsement**
 

i. is not color blind
ii. has an PC + AR or AR + VE=115 or higher (VE must be 53 or higher – no waivers)
iii. can attain a secret clearance
iv. is within PRT standards
v. has no civil or NJP convictions in the past five years
 

5. Last five evaluations, if applicable

6. All NAM and above personal citations
 

NOTES:

1. Rating conversions should expect to follow normal sea/shore flow after completing MC ‘A’ school.
2. Reserve to active conversions should expect a sea tour for the first active duty tour.