Health is the absence of illness, injury or disease. Wellness is much more than the absence of illness; it is health-promoting behaviors to achieve your full potential. In other words, wellness is the pursuit of your best possible health and well-being. It is a conscious choice, self directed and self motivating.
By: Megan H. The Army Promotion Point System Army promotion points are something of a mystery. Nothing is clearly spelled out and there always seems to be loop holes and shortcuts that no one bothered to tell you. To get promoted to Sergeant (SGT) or Staff Sergeant (SSG), you need to gain promotion points.
Promotion to sergeant and staff sergeant is based on promotion points. The regulation that explains how these points are awarded is AR 600-8-19. You can earn up to 100 promotion points through civilian education and 200 points through military education. Even if you are just entering the Army as a private through private first class, it is never too early to get started! There are also several programs that can help you become a warrant officer or officer.