Which course is designed to prepare Marines for roles as Navy Corpsmen?

The Field Medical Service School (FMSS) is specifically designed to prepare Marines for roles as Navy Corpsmen. This school focuses on training Marines in the essential skills required to operate effectively within a medical support role while serving in the Fleet Marine Force.

At FMSS, Marines are taught various medical practices, tactical combat casualty care, and the integration of medical support within marine operations. This training enables Marines to adapt to the unique challenges they may face in a combat environment, ensuring they can provide effective immediate care to their fellow service members.

While other courses, such as the Combat Lifesaver Course, also train Marines in basic medical care, they do not have the comprehensive focus on Navy Corpsman roles that FMSS does. Similarly, the Fleet Marine Force Training Program and the Corpsman Skills Course serve specific purposes but do not directly focus on the broader scope of training that FMSS offers for those stepping into the role of a Navy Corpsman.