How is the pipeline different for a CRO?

CROs do not participate in the paramedic course, so depending on whether or not you pass every school (indoc, dive, etc..) the first time, the starts align with class dates, you could realistically complete the pipeline in less than 1.5 yrs.  Phase 2 (intended to prep you to almost grad standards so you can lead as many enlisted members through Indoc), Indoc, Dive, Airborne, Freefall, SERE, Water Survival, Underwater Egress, CRO SERE Fundamentals course (21 days), then Kirtland.  All CRO candidates PCS to Kirtland now and are on student OIC/casual status with a focus on leadership development/strength and conditioning. 

CRO PAST

CRO PAST is very similar to the AFSOC PAST.  They factor in points for a candidate rack and stack, but unlike the AFSOC PAST, it's black and white, you either make the minimums or you don't.  You have to submit a PT score sheet signed by the administrator as part of your phase 2 package.  You'll complete max effort calisthenics that include 1 min pull-ups (min passing is 11/max 16), 2 min of real sit-ups w/ fingers interlocked behind your head (75 reps min passing), and 2 min of push-ups (65 rep minimum passing).  You'll then have a short break before completing a 3 mi run (max time of 24, you can max points with sub 20), finally you'll head to the pool and complete 2x 25m underwater swims followed by a 1500m surface swim in less than 34 min (sub 26 for max points).  You can use any stroke you want except back stroke and you are not allowed to kick flip (fins can be used).