Your time as a Delayed Entry Program (DEP) Recruit is a great opportunity to learn all you can about the Navy, its traditions and history, and some of the things you will need to know before you enter Boot Camp.

It is important that you keep in close touch with your Navy Recruiter while on DEP status and adhere to the schedule of meetings you have agreed to. Your Recruiter is the single best source for information and answers.


My Responsibilities to my Recruiter:
1. Maintain my eligibility for the Navy
2. Attend and participate in all DEP meetings
3. Maintain or improve my physical fitness standards
4. Notify my Recruiter immediately if my eligibility status changes (injuries, traffic tickets, other police involvement, marital status, dependents, educational status, etc.)
5. Complete all courses in a timely manner
6. Uphold the Naval Tradition of "I can and I will"


My Recruiter's responsibilities to me:
1. Provide Navy training to prepare me for recruit training
2. Help me to establish personal goals and provide counseling and guidance to help me attain these goals
3. Instruct me on how to earn automatic advancement
4. Assist me in completing my required military courses
5. Assist my family during my transition to Navy life
6. Serve as a role model and shipmate while I am on DEP status


The Sailor's Creed

I am a United States Sailor.
I will support and defend the Consitution of the United States of America
and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me.
I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who
have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.
I proudly serve my country's Navy combat team with honor, courage and commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.


The following links will provide more information on several important issues you should become familiar with while in the DEP program and as you prepare for Boot Camp.
Leadership Policies Navy Lingo
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