1. Define the Role of the Noncommissioned Officer (NCO)
SHOW SLIDE 1: DEFINE THE ROLE OF THE NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER (NCO)
ADMINISTRATIVE DATA:
Academic Hours/Methods
0 hr/5 min Introduction
1 hr / 40 min Conference / Discussion
0 hr/5 min Summary
2 hrs Total Hours
INTRODUCTION:
Method of Instructions: Conference / Discussion
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:36
Time of Instruction: 5 mins
Media: Large Group Instruction
Throughout this lesson, solicit from students the challenges they experienced in the operational environment (OE) and what they did to resolve them. Encourage students to apply at least one of the critical variables: Political, Military, Economic, Social, Information, Infrastructure, Physical Environment and Time (PMESII-PT).
INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDANCE. NOTE:
Motivator: Understanding the NCOs roles and responsibilities will enable NCOs to have maximum time to accomplish their missions!

2. Terminal Learning Objective
Action: Define the Role of the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO)
Conditions: In a classroom environment student are given a brief on the role of the NCO and awareness of Operational Environment (OE).
Standard: Ensure students understand and can communicate the role of the Noncommissioned Officer.
Lesson Outcome: At the conclusion of this lesson, officers will learn the roles of the Army’s NCOs.
21ST Century Soldier Competencies
Character and accountability
Lifelong learner
Teamwork and Collaboration
Communication and engagement
Tactical and technical competence
SHOW SLIDE 2: TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE
NOTE: Inform the students of the Terminal Learning Objective (TLO) requirements.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. In a training environment, leaders must perform a risk assessment in accordance with DA PAM , Risk Management. Leaders will complete a DD Form 2977 DD Form 2977 DELIBERATE RISK ASSESMENT WORKSHEET during the planning and completion of each task and sub-task by assessing mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available-time available and civil considerations, (METT-TC). Local policies and procedures must be followed during times of increased heat category in order to avoid heat related injury. Consider the work/rest cycles and water replacement guidelines IAW TRADOC Regulation
RISK ASSESSMENT LEVEL. Low.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT. Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM Environmental Considerations and GTA ENVIRONMENTAL- RELATED RISK ASSESSMENT. Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM Environmental Considerations and GTA ENVIRONMENTAL-RELATED RISK. 
EVALUATION: NA
INSTRUCTIONAL LEAD-IN. Understanding the roles and responsibilities of NCOs and its relationship with other HR Core Competencies and Key Functions is critical to your success as an HR Professional. This lesson provides an overview of doctrinal responsibilities, philosophies, and objectives for defining the roles of the Noncommissioned Officer.

3. CPL – SGT – SSG - SFC SHOW SLIDE 3: CPL- SGT – SSG – SFC
Corporal is the base level of the Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) ranks. Corporals serve as team leader of the smallest Army units. Like Sergeants, they are responsible for individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness of Soldiers.
Sergeants typically command a fire team of around five Soldiers. Sergeants oversee Soldiers in their daily tasks, and are expected to set an example and standard for Privates to live up to.
A Staff Sergeant commands a squad (nine to 10 Soldiers). Often, a Staff Sergeant will have one or more Sergeants under his or her leadership. They are responsible for developing, maintaining and utilizing the full range of a Soldier’s potential.
SHOW SLIDE 3: CPL- SGT – SSG – SFC
NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION
Learning Step / Activity 1. Define the Role of Noncommissioned Officers
Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:36
Time of Instruction: 1 hr, 40 mins
Media: Large Group Instruction
Corporal-is the base level of the Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) ranks. Corporals serve as team leader of the smallest Army units. Like Sergeants, they are responsible for individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness of Soldiers.
Sergeants typically command a fire team of around five Soldiers. Sergeants oversee Soldiers in their daily tasks, and are expected to set an example and standard for Privates to live up to.
Staff Sergeant commands a squad (nine to 10 Soldiers). Often, a Staff Sergeant will have one or more Sergeants under his or her leadership. They are responsible for developing, maintaining and utilizing the full range of a Soldier’s potential. Sergeant First Class serves as the key assistant and advisor to the platoon leader, the Sergeant First Class generally has 15 to 18 years of Army experience.
Sergeant First Class serves as the key assistant and advisor to the platoon leader, the Sergeant First Class generally has 15 to 18 years of Army experience.

4. MSG – 1SG –SGM - CSM SHOW SLIDE 4: MSG-1SG-SGM-CSM
The Master Sergeant is the principal Noncommissioned Officer at the battalion level or higher.
The First Sergeant is the principal NCO and life-blood of a company. He is the disciplinarian and counselor. He instructs other Sergeants, advises the commander and helps train all enlisted Soldiers. They assists officers at the company level (62 to 190 Soldiers).
Sergeant Major’s service as the chief administrative assistants for an Army headquarters, but there sphere of influence regarding leadership is generally limited to those directly under their charge. They are key enlisted members of staff elements at battalion level or higher.
SHOW SLIDE 4: MSG-1SG-SGM-CSM
NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION
The Master Sergeant is the principal Noncommissioned Officer  at the battalion level or higher.
The First Sergeant is the principal NCO and life-blood of a company. He is the disciplinarian and counselor. He instructs other Sergeants, advises the commander and helps train all enlisted Soldiers.  They assists officers at the company level (62 to 190 Soldiers).
Sergeant Major’s service as the chief administrative assistants for an Army headquarters, but there sphere of influence regarding leadership is generally limited to those directly under their charge.  They are key enlisted members of staff elements at battalion level or higher. Command Sergeant Major are the senior enlisted advisors to the Commanding Officer.  They carry out policies, standards, and advise the commander on performance, training, appearance, and conduct of enlisted.
Command Sergeant Major are the senior enlisted advisors to the Commanding Officer. They carry out policies, standards, and advise the commander on performance, training, appearance, and conduct of enlisted.

5. Sergeant Major of the Army
There’s only one Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA). The SMA oversees all Noncommissioned Officers. SMA serves as advisor and consultant to the Chief of Staff of the Army (a four star General).
SHOW SLIDE 5: SERGEANT MAJOR OF THE ARMY
NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION
There’s only one Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA). The SMA oversees all Noncommissioned Officers. SMA serves as advisor and consultant to the Chief of Staff of the Army (a four star General).

6. Charge to the Newly Promoted Noncommissioned Officer
SHOW SLIDE 6: CHARGE TO THE NEWLY PROMOTED NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER
NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION

7. SHOW SLIDE 7: UNITED STATES ARMY NCO CREED
NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION

8. Check on Learning
1. Which NCO serves as the life blood and disciplinary of a company?
CPL
SSG
1SG
SFC
2. Which NCO has principle responsibility for developing, maintaining, and utilizing the full range of the Soldier?
SGM
SHOW SLIDE 8: CHECK ON LEARNING
1. – C (1SG)
2. – B (SSG)

9. Questions? SHOW SLIDE 9: QUESTIONS
Ask the students if they have any questions.
Clarify any points that were not understood.

10. Terminal Learning Objective
Action: Define the Role of the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO)
Conditions: In a classroom environment student are given a brief on the role of the NCO and awareness of Operational Environment (OE).
Standard: Ensure students understand and can communicate the role of the Noncommissioned Officer.
Lesson Outcome: At the conclusion of this lesson, officers will learn the roles of the Army’s NCOs.
21ST Century Soldier Competencies
Character and accountability
Lifelong learner
Teamwork and Collaboration
Communication and engagement
Tactical and technical competence
SHOW SLIDE 10: TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE
NOTE: RESTATE TLO, LESSON OUTCOME, 21ST SOLDIER COMEPTENCIES
SUMMARY
Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:36
Time of Instruction: 5 mins
Media: Large Group Instruction
FEEDBACK REQUIREMENTS: Feedback is essential to effective learning. Schedule and provide feedback on the evaluation and any information to help answer students’ questions about the test. Provide remedial training as needed.