1. Pursuing army health care: Financial, Professional and Personal benefits of U.S. Army Service
18 SEP 2017

2. CAPTAIN STEPHEN CATTALO
MSN ,BSN, CCRN
ARMY CRITICAL CARE NURSE
4TH BRIGADE ROTC NURSE COUNSELOR
ROTC 3 YR SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
Commissioned DOR:
29 OCT 2009
WAMC,
Fort Bragg, NC
SDU/PACU
1.5 yrs
66S AOC Critical Care Nurse Course
WRNMMC, MD
1.5-4yrs
MAJOR
10yrs
Deployed to Afghanistan/ ICU Nurse with British Army
4yrs
68C LPN Instructor specializing in ICU
WRNMMC
Married and baby daughter born
5-7yrs
DNP in Nursing Anesthesia
11yrs
Golfing and putting people to sleep
20yrs
Promotion to LTC
14yrs
Director of Nurse Anesthesia Department
Retirement Window
DOCTORAL DEGREE/ILE
Army War College?
Promotion to COL
PCS
BNC

3. CAPTAIN SERENA STAPLES
MSHS-HCM, BSN, RN-BC
ARMY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE
4TH BRIGADE ROTC NURSE COUNSELOR
ROTC 4 YR SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
Commissioned DOR:
03 SEP 2008
WRAMC, KOREA
MASTERS DEGREE
2 yrs
6AF-5 Course
FT. BRAGG as APHN/Promotion to CPT 11/1/11
3yrs
MAJOR
10yrs
1st Child/ Husband commissioned
4yrs
Fort Campbell, KY
Deployed to Africa w/Civil Affairs
7yrs
Chief, APHN/ Staff Position
11yrs
APHN or HP Consultant to TSG/ RETIREMENT
20yrs
Promotion to LTC
14yrs
Civil Affairs Nurse/Chief, APHN
Retirement Window
DOCTORAL DEGREE/ILE
Army War College?
Promotion to COL
PCS
2nd Baby
8yrs
BRIGADE NURSE COUNSELOR
9yrs

4. SERGEANT FIRST CLASS JOSHUA CANNON
Military Intel/ CGS Operator
AMEDD Recruiter/ BN Color Guard NCOIC
Part Time Pastor/ Drug Counselor/ Marriage Counselor/ Teacher
Full Time Husband/ Father/Student/Soldier
Join Jan M.I Present Feb Jun BS Mdiv MA DEdMin

5. Many Opportunities for education and training in the Army
Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC)
High school, college or active duty
Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP)
Select graduate medical education programs
Loan Repayment
Qualified loans in select specialties
Ongoing Education and Technical Training
AMEDD Center & School
Technician training
Subspecialty education
Talking Points:
The Army offers many opportunities for undergraduate and professional scholarships and a wide variety of education and training.
ROTC is one of the best leadership courses in the country. Students can get involved as early as high school to gain skills and leadership training early on and set themselves up for college – both as a disciplined student and financially.
If students plan to move on to graduate programs in certain health care fields like medicine, dentistry and nursing, they should consider the Health Professions Scholarship Programs. It’s hands-down one of the best scholarships available, and the best part is students graduate debt-free with a guaranteed job!
Loan repayment and other ongoing education and training opportunities make it easy to focus on your professional goals without worrying about debt.

6. Focus on getting the degree, not how To pay for it
Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC)
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options at more than 1,100 colleges and universities
Leadership training
Full-tuition
Room and board option
Living allowance, plus allowances for books and fees
Nurse Summer Training Program
Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options at more than 1,100 colleges and universities
Leadership training
Full-tuition
Room and board option
Living allowance, plus allowances for books and fees
Nurse Summer Training Program
AMEDD Center & School
Technician training
Subspecialty education
Talking Points:
The ROTC program really allows students to start learning about the fundamentals of Army service, develop leadership skills and ultimately pursue education without financial burden.
When students graduate from high school, they will have a variety of scholarships and colleges to choose from, and continue to have access to development opportunities that are invaluable for any career including clinical, leadership and teamwork.
It’s also worth noting for students who aspire to enter the nursing field one day, that many schools with nursing programs have guaranteed seats set aside for ROTC students if they have a 3.5 GPA and pass the nurse entrance exam.
In 2015, the Army awarded more than $280 million in ROTC scholarships.

7. If Students Pursue a Graduate Degree, the Army is Here to Help
Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP)
Full tuition for accredited medical, dental, veterinary, family nurse practitioner, certified registered nurse anesthetist, psychology or optometry program
$20,000 signing bonus and monthly stipend of more than $2,200
Covers required books, equipment and most fees
In residency, annual grant of $45,000 + monthly stipend of $2,200
Talking Points:
HPSP is a great way to pursue a health care career in medicine, dentistry, veterinary and other specialties.
Students graduate debt-free, and often can come out ahead with a $20K signing bonus. The Army supports students during residency and they have a job on the Army health care team when they complete graduate studies.

8. join ONE OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST HEALTH SYSTEMS
Talking Points:
Upon completing their education and training, students will join one of the largest health care systems in the world.
Nearly 90 health specialties
12,000 uniformed officers
Each of the six Corps is important to the mission to keep our Soldiers, their families and retired Soldiers healthy.
30,000 enlisted technicians and specialists are involved in every aspect of care.

9. competitive pay and benefits after graduation
ACTIVE DUTY
Salary pay
Salary increases with rank advancement
Incentive pay
Retention bonus
Housing allowance
Board certification and specialty pay
No-cost medical and dental benefits
No need for malpractice insurance
30 days paid leave
Thrift Savings Plan
Retirement Plan
GI Bill
VA Home Loan
RESERVE
Drill pay
Low-cost medical and dental care
Continuing education
General Army benefits/discounts (commissary, post exchange store)
Retirement options
Opportunities for additional training, leadership positions and humanitarian work
Medical/Dental School Stipend Program (MDSSP)
Talking Points:
Additional competitive pay and benefits are available to U.S. Army health care officers.
Army health care professionals are prepared to perform their medical duties immediately after completing their education. Army doctors also attend the Basic Officer Leader Course, which prepares them for the responsibilities of being officers in the U.S. Army.

10. Career path example: Active duty Nurse
VIA ROTC
Four-year ROTC scholarship for Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) at an accredited school of nursing (8-year service commitment)
Health Professions Scholarship Program for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesist (CRNA) (3-year service commitment)
Full tuition
Monthly stipend of $2,229.30
CRNA Job at Madigan Army Medical Center in Seattle, WA
Debt: $0
Talking Points:
[Walk through this potential nursing education path through ROTC and HPSP.]
If time allows: Highlight life as an Army Nurse with 1st Lt. Katie Von Fange Video:

11. Career path example: Reserve dentist
VIA HEALTH PROFESSIONS LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM
Receive DDS degree at any accredited dental school in U.S. and join private practice
Commission as an officer in Army Reserve Dental Corps and qualify for up to $250,000 loan repayment
Pursue specialized training in endodontics and receive $2, monthly stipend under the Specialized Training Assistance Program (STRAP)
Debt: $0
[Walk through this potential reserve dentist career path with HPLRP.]

12. Great Lakes Naval Training Center
ARMY BRIGADE NURSE COUNSELORS COL Richard Behr, Chief Nurse
8th BDE HQ
Fort Lewis
30 battalions
4th BDE HQ
Fort Bragg
38 battalions
1st BDE HQ
Fort Knox
(CST)
11 battalions
5th BDE HQ
Fort Sam Houston
36 battalions
6th BDE HQ
Hunter Army Airfield
39 battalions
2nd BDE HQ
Fort Dix
41 battalions
7th BDE HQ
3rd BDE HQ
Great Lakes Naval Training Center
40 battalions
LTC Amy Roy
Deputy Chief Nurse
LTC Debra Chappel
Deputy Chief Nurse
458
Schools of Nursing currently affiliated with Cadet Command
2d BDE
CPT Ann Jordan
(609)
CPT Todd Thom
(609)
3d BDE
CPT Justin Stephens
(224)
CPT Monique Vance
(210)
4th BDE
CPT Stephen Cattalo
(267)
CPT Serena Staples
(910)
5th BDE
CPT Laura Manzo
(210)
CPT Katrina Clark
(210)
6th BDE
CPT Rene Bright
(540)
CPT Thomas Stewart
(256)
7th BDE
CPT Mallory McCuin
(502)
CPT Jimmedda Mills
(502)
8th BDE
CPT Myra White
(336)
Area of involvement: 50 States, Puerto Rico, Guam, America Samoa, and the District of Columbia

13. QUESTIONS?
Visit us at healthcare.goarmy.com.
Or contact us:
CPT Serena Staples
CPT Stephen Cattalo
SFC Joshua Cannon