The Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) and Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt) promotion selection program has always been extremely competitive. The following information explains how the promotion program operates. Promotion Eligibility Criteria Promotion To: Time-in-Grade (TIG) Required … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2011
Air Force Promotions
There are many factors that come into play when an enlisted airmen is to be promoted. Promotions up to E-4 are automatic, based on Time-in-Serve (TIS) and Time-in-Grade (TIG). For someone to be promoted to E-5 or above, there must be a vacancy, or slot. Such vacancies are created when someone separates, retires, or gets promoted to the next higher grade. Below breaks down each … [Read more...]
Military Vacation Resorts and Hotels
Many hotels and resorts offer servicemembers, military personnel and their families discounted travel deals while on vacation. They also offer discounted rates on tickets, parking, and activities. The Armed Forces Recreation Center offers several resorts and hotels that are open to all branches of the Military. Dragon Hill Lodge The Hale Koa Hotel Edelweiss Lodge and … [Read more...]
Troops to Teachers
The Troops to Teachers program provides funds to recruit, prepare, and support former members of the military services as teachers in high-poverty schools. Successful program candidates obtain certification or licensing as elementary school teachers, secondary school teachers, or vocational or technical teachers and become highly qualified teachers. The program also helps these … [Read more...]
Military Promotions
Want to get promoted? The best way to help your chances is to learn how the system works, so you know what you need to do to make the next rank. You can start learning your service’s promotion system here. Army Promotions Navy Promotions Air Force Promotions Marine Corps Promotions National Guard Promotions Whether you're an Enlisted Soldier checking on your next step up in pay … [Read more...]