Who is responsible for training units and developing leaders?

• A. Soldiers themselves
• B. Commanders. (ADP/ADRP 7-0)
• C. The civilian workforce
• D. Sergeant Major

Answer: (B)

Training units and developing leaders is led by the commander. In Army doctrine, the commander is responsible for the unit’s training plan, setting objectives, prioritizing resources, and ensuring tasks are trained to standard so leaders at all levels can grow and be ready. The commander determines what must be trained, approves how it will be trained, and evaluates proficiency, making them the primary authority for training and leader development. The Sergeant Major and other NCOs play essential roles in advising, mentoring, and executing the training plan, but the official responsibility rests with the commander. Soldiers contribute to their own growth through effort and self-improvement, and civilians can support, yet they do not hold the unit-wide training responsibility.