Major (Philippines)

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A Major or Medyor in the AFP are senior officers that serve as military advisors, tacticians, and Staff to Units higher than a Battalion. At times, in cases a LTC vacates a Battalion Commander's Post, a Major may take over the command.

[edit] Qualifications

• Must have served as a CPT for at least 3 years and is deem fit for promotion by the appropriate promotion board and has completed the Basic and Advance Course for his/her selected Occupational Specialty.

• Elected Congressmen may be Promoted to MAJOR in the Reserve Force in reference to the G10 Handbook for Reservists.

[edit] Commands

Majors serve as primary staff officers of Battle Groups and Units bigger than a Battalion.

[edit] Paygrade

Majors carry the paygrade of O-4.