What SSD level must be completed prior to enrollment into WLC?

The correct choice is SSD 1, as it is a prerequisite for enrollment into the Warrior Leader Course (WLC). The Structured Self-Development (SSD) program is designed to prepare Soldiers for key leadership roles, and SSD 1 specifically focuses on foundational leadership skills, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making. Completing SSD 1 ensures that Soldiers have the essential knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the more advanced curriculum of the WLC, which includes principles of leadership and the fundamentals necessary for leading teams effectively.

Other options represent higher levels of Structured Self-Development that, while beneficial for Soldier growth and development, are not required to gain entry into WLC. SSD 3, SSD 4, and SSD 5 build on the knowledge gained in earlier levels and are aimed at more advanced leadership roles and responsibilities, such as preparing for the Non-Commissioned Officer Course (NCOC) or other senior leadership positions. However, they are not mandatory prerequisites for WLC. This structure ensures that Soldiers progress through the training in a sequential manner, developing their leadership capabilities step by step.