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Phil Bucklew Naval Special Warfare Center | |
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Active | Yes |
Country | United States of America |
Branch | United States Navy |
Role | To ensure component maritime special operations forces ready to meet the operational requirements of combatant commanders |
Part of | United States Naval Special Warfare Command |
Garrison/HQ | Naval Amphibious Base Coronado |
The Phil Bucklew Naval Special Warfare Center (NSWC, also known as "The Center") is a component command of the United States Naval Special Warfare Command, United States Navy. It is sited within Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, California.
The NSWC runs much of the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) training. The main courses are the famous 12-month-long SEAL training (BUD/S and SQT) and 9-month long SWCC training.