How long is Coast Guard boot camp?

Approximately 8 weeks of basic training at TRACEN Cape May.

What are the Coast Guard Core Values?

Honor, Respect, and Devotion to Duty.

How long is Coast Guard boot camp?

Approximately 8 weeks of basic training at TRACEN Cape May.

What are the Coast Guard Core Values?

Honor, Respect, and Devotion to Duty.

Coast Guard · TRACEN Cape May

Coast Guard Recruit Study Guide

Everything a future Coast Guardsman needs before shipping to Training Center Cape May — ranks, core values, chain of command, and fitness standards including swim qualifications.

What every future Coast Guardsman memorizes

Coast Guard Ranks

Enlisted, Warrant, and Officer.

Coast Guard Core Values

Honor, Respect, Devotion to Duty.

Coast Guard Chain of Command

Top-down chain.

Fitness

Coast Guard Fitness Standards

Score your fitness test against the current official table.

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Readiness Assessment

Am I ready for boot camp?

Body Fat Calculator

DoD tape method.

Run Pace Calculator

Goal pace per mile / km.

Frequently Asked Questions

Training Center Cape May, New Jersey — the only Coast Guard basic training site.