Air Force Linguist Bases

How long is linguist training at the Air Force?

Language training lasts between 47 and 63 weeks, depending on the difficulty level of the language. Following language training, technical job training is conducted at Goodfellow AFB, Texas. Again, the length of the training depends on the language and can last between 10 and 22 weeks.

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Is it hard to be a linguist in the Air Force?

“The Air Force linguist corps has some unique challenges,” said Trefflich, namely getting qualified people into the career field. “The requirements to join the career field are difficult. The ASVAB scores are very high. And they have to take a DLAB.” It's not just about the language, he said.

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What languages are in demand for the Air Force?

Proficient in a language like Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Persian Farsi, Hebrew, Pashto or Urdu, these skilled specialists play an essential role in helping us complete our mission and keep our country safe.

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Where do Army linguists get stationed?

Training for an Army cryptologic analyst job takes place at the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC), Presidio of Monterey in Monterey, California, and lasts between six and 18 months.

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