RTO Study Guide 2025/26 – Registered Therapeutic Officer
Comprehensive Review
Profanity is offensive, unprofessional, detracts from the training environment, and therefore is
discouraged in the presence of recruits. - correct answer True
Only __________________ or the __________________, based on a "probable cause"
determination, may authorize a search of persons or places under their command and seizure
of property pursuant to a lawfully authorized search. (You may select multiple) - correct answer
Battalion Commanders, Regimental Commander
Who is required for supervision for scheduled PT events?
Select all that apply. - correct answer 1 Officer,
1 Chief Drill Instructor,
1 Senior Drill Instructor per platoon,
2 Drill Instructors per platoon
All company personnel are required to be at every conditioning march. - correct answer True
Routine inspections designed to ensure discipline, operational readiness, or maintain security
are not searches within the scope of laws pertaining to search and seizure. An example is
footlocker inspection, conducted as part of the nightly hygiene inspection. - correct answer
True
Recruit trading is inherently - correct answer Stressful
During First Phase, the requirement is two series officers per series in the uniform of the day,
touring the squad bays 15 minutes before reveille, and for at least 15 minutes after Taps. -
correct answer False
There are 15 recruit rights - correct answer False
________________ provides Drill Instructors with a tool to aid in instilling discipline and
motivation. - correct answer Incentive Training
Incentive Training may be administered by the recruits' Platoon Drill Instructor beginning on F-
3, providing that the recruit has: - correct answer Passed their medical evaluation, Received an
Incentive Training brief from the Chief Drill Instructor
Training methodologies aim to instill self-discipline and respect for authority, to ensure
adherence to uncompromising standards, and to ensure recruits develop a mindset that
everything done is relevant and important. - correct answer True
,have a vital role in leading and supervising training, enforcing regulations, and properly leading
and caring for Drill Instructors and recruits. - correct answer Officers
Company Officer of the Day duties include _______. Select all that apply. - correct answer
Observing mail call, Observing Reveille and basic morning routine (BDR), Observing
developmental physical training (PT)/exercises, Supervising each meal,
Observing free time to confirm recruits are receiving 60 minutes of uninterrupted free time
unless otherwise directed and IAW with the training schedule,
Observing at least one platoon's daily hygiene inspection,
Observing evening devotions and Taps,
Following "lights out," ensuring proper fire watch and security procedures are being conducted,
Interacting with Duty Drill Instructor to ensure well-being of the Drill Instructor and the platoon
Personnel within this command will not consume alcohol for eight hours prior to duty. - correct
answer True
During _______ the requirement is one Series Officer(s) per series in the uniform of the day and
touring the squadbays 15 minutes before reveille and 15 after taps. - correct answer First phase
Duties are assigned to Drill Instructors according to experience and ability; however, we must
ensure all Drill Instructors are given an opportunity to excel through treatment that is
__________ and ___________. - correct answer Dignified, Respectful
Recruits will only be addressed by their ______, ______, ______ or recruit. Select all that apply.
- correct answer Rank, Last name, Billet
Efforts to persuade or imply to recruits that they owe greater loyalty to an individual or
individuals rather than to lawful regulations is known as a/an _______________? - correct
answer Loyalty lecture
Who is the only authorized individual that can solicit funds? - correct answer Commissioned
officers
Personnel within this command will not attempt to develop or form a social or personal
relationship with a recruit or a member of Basic Marine Platoon (BMP). - correct answer True
The 14 Recruit Rights are: Select all that apply. - correct answer Three meals per day with
twenty minutes to consume each meal, except during the Crucible event, Make head calls as
necessary, Eight hours of uninterrupted sleep except during authorized conduct of interior
guard/fire watch, while aboard WFTBn during the Crucible, and during scheduled night training
events, Maintain proper hygiene daily,
, Attend sick call, follow-up appointments, and use medication prescribed by a medical or dental
officer, in accordance with the prescription directions,
One hour of free time daily except during processing, forming, Basic Warrior Training, and the
Crucible event,
Send mail and receive all mail on the day it is received by the recruit's company. Also, to
maintain privacy of both incoming and outgoing correspondence without censorship or review.,
Attend scheduled religious services and be allowed to receive private counseling from the
chaplain at other times during training upon request,
Make and receive emergency telephone calls and receive emergency messages,
Receive visitors when approved by the company commander, and when it will not interfere
with the training schedule, Maintain authorized personal belongings to include cash, personal
financial documents, bucket issue items, and issued uniforms without destruction or theft by
permanent personnel, Request Mast via the chain of command, Request to see a SAPR-VA,
Request to see a chaplain
Authorized techniques for instilling discipline are Extra Military Instruction, Incentive Training,
Recruit Adjustment and Motivation Program, Trial Training, and _____________. Select all that
apply. - correct answer Use of the Recruiter as a tool, Furling Guidons, "Button-Up"
Contact made for the authorized reasons must be executed with ____________ necessary to
accomplish the task at hand. - correct answer Minimum force
What are a few of the 8 authorized methods for physical contact with the recruits? Select all
that apply. - correct answer Correct a recruit's movement, Prevent injury to a recruit, Conduct a
demonstration during authorized training. Except during MCMAP.
Drill Instructors will make every attempt to remain the distance of _____________ from each
recruit. - correct answer One arms distance
Extra Military Instruction (EMI) will directly relate to and address the recruit's deficiency. -
correct answer True
Who is the approving authority to conduct Extra Military Instruction (EMI)? - correct answer
Company commander
Recruits will not be abused nor pushed beyond their physical capabilities. Recruits must be
given ________ minutes of recovery time between Incentive Training (IT) sessions. - correct
answer 60
Incentive Training (IT) may be assigned to individuals and groups no greater than __________
by a Drill Instructor. - correct answer 10
Comprehensive Review
Profanity is offensive, unprofessional, detracts from the training environment, and therefore is
discouraged in the presence of recruits. - correct answer True
Only __________________ or the __________________, based on a "probable cause"
determination, may authorize a search of persons or places under their command and seizure
of property pursuant to a lawfully authorized search. (You may select multiple) - correct answer
Battalion Commanders, Regimental Commander
Who is required for supervision for scheduled PT events?
Select all that apply. - correct answer 1 Officer,
1 Chief Drill Instructor,
1 Senior Drill Instructor per platoon,
2 Drill Instructors per platoon
All company personnel are required to be at every conditioning march. - correct answer True
Routine inspections designed to ensure discipline, operational readiness, or maintain security
are not searches within the scope of laws pertaining to search and seizure. An example is
footlocker inspection, conducted as part of the nightly hygiene inspection. - correct answer
True
Recruit trading is inherently - correct answer Stressful
During First Phase, the requirement is two series officers per series in the uniform of the day,
touring the squad bays 15 minutes before reveille, and for at least 15 minutes after Taps. -
correct answer False
There are 15 recruit rights - correct answer False
________________ provides Drill Instructors with a tool to aid in instilling discipline and
motivation. - correct answer Incentive Training
Incentive Training may be administered by the recruits' Platoon Drill Instructor beginning on F-
3, providing that the recruit has: - correct answer Passed their medical evaluation, Received an
Incentive Training brief from the Chief Drill Instructor
Training methodologies aim to instill self-discipline and respect for authority, to ensure
adherence to uncompromising standards, and to ensure recruits develop a mindset that
everything done is relevant and important. - correct answer True
,have a vital role in leading and supervising training, enforcing regulations, and properly leading
and caring for Drill Instructors and recruits. - correct answer Officers
Company Officer of the Day duties include _______. Select all that apply. - correct answer
Observing mail call, Observing Reveille and basic morning routine (BDR), Observing
developmental physical training (PT)/exercises, Supervising each meal,
Observing free time to confirm recruits are receiving 60 minutes of uninterrupted free time
unless otherwise directed and IAW with the training schedule,
Observing at least one platoon's daily hygiene inspection,
Observing evening devotions and Taps,
Following "lights out," ensuring proper fire watch and security procedures are being conducted,
Interacting with Duty Drill Instructor to ensure well-being of the Drill Instructor and the platoon
Personnel within this command will not consume alcohol for eight hours prior to duty. - correct
answer True
During _______ the requirement is one Series Officer(s) per series in the uniform of the day and
touring the squadbays 15 minutes before reveille and 15 after taps. - correct answer First phase
Duties are assigned to Drill Instructors according to experience and ability; however, we must
ensure all Drill Instructors are given an opportunity to excel through treatment that is
__________ and ___________. - correct answer Dignified, Respectful
Recruits will only be addressed by their ______, ______, ______ or recruit. Select all that apply.
- correct answer Rank, Last name, Billet
Efforts to persuade or imply to recruits that they owe greater loyalty to an individual or
individuals rather than to lawful regulations is known as a/an _______________? - correct
answer Loyalty lecture
Who is the only authorized individual that can solicit funds? - correct answer Commissioned
officers
Personnel within this command will not attempt to develop or form a social or personal
relationship with a recruit or a member of Basic Marine Platoon (BMP). - correct answer True
The 14 Recruit Rights are: Select all that apply. - correct answer Three meals per day with
twenty minutes to consume each meal, except during the Crucible event, Make head calls as
necessary, Eight hours of uninterrupted sleep except during authorized conduct of interior
guard/fire watch, while aboard WFTBn during the Crucible, and during scheduled night training
events, Maintain proper hygiene daily,
, Attend sick call, follow-up appointments, and use medication prescribed by a medical or dental
officer, in accordance with the prescription directions,
One hour of free time daily except during processing, forming, Basic Warrior Training, and the
Crucible event,
Send mail and receive all mail on the day it is received by the recruit's company. Also, to
maintain privacy of both incoming and outgoing correspondence without censorship or review.,
Attend scheduled religious services and be allowed to receive private counseling from the
chaplain at other times during training upon request,
Make and receive emergency telephone calls and receive emergency messages,
Receive visitors when approved by the company commander, and when it will not interfere
with the training schedule, Maintain authorized personal belongings to include cash, personal
financial documents, bucket issue items, and issued uniforms without destruction or theft by
permanent personnel, Request Mast via the chain of command, Request to see a SAPR-VA,
Request to see a chaplain
Authorized techniques for instilling discipline are Extra Military Instruction, Incentive Training,
Recruit Adjustment and Motivation Program, Trial Training, and _____________. Select all that
apply. - correct answer Use of the Recruiter as a tool, Furling Guidons, "Button-Up"
Contact made for the authorized reasons must be executed with ____________ necessary to
accomplish the task at hand. - correct answer Minimum force
What are a few of the 8 authorized methods for physical contact with the recruits? Select all
that apply. - correct answer Correct a recruit's movement, Prevent injury to a recruit, Conduct a
demonstration during authorized training. Except during MCMAP.
Drill Instructors will make every attempt to remain the distance of _____________ from each
recruit. - correct answer One arms distance
Extra Military Instruction (EMI) will directly relate to and address the recruit's deficiency. -
correct answer True
Who is the approving authority to conduct Extra Military Instruction (EMI)? - correct answer
Company commander
Recruits will not be abused nor pushed beyond their physical capabilities. Recruits must be
given ________ minutes of recovery time between Incentive Training (IT) sessions. - correct
answer 60
Incentive Training (IT) may be assigned to individuals and groups no greater than __________
by a Drill Instructor. - correct answer 10
