OCTOBER 1, 2018 - The VMET (Verification of Military Experience and Training), or DD Form 2586, documents and verifies service member military experience and training. Therefore, it is useful when you are considering civilian occupations related to your military service, as well as in translating military terminology and training into civilian terms. The VMET form is … [Read more...]
ACFT Ensures Soldiers Are Lethal, Physically Conditioned For Multi-Domain Operations
SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 - The Army's most important weapons system is the Soldier. To overmatch the enemy in multi-domain operations, Soldiers must demonstrate physical fitness levels required for combat. The Army Combat Fitness Test ensures that Soldiers are physically conditioned for that fight. The ACFT will improve lethality, transform the Army's physical fitness culture, … [Read more...]
Transitioning Out? Do You Know What COOL Can Do For You?
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018 - Need a credential? Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL) has you covered. Each branch of the military has a COOL website, specific for that service. COOL is a credentialing awareness and information resource for all service members. Service members can get information about civilian licensure and certification, identify licenses and certifications … [Read more...]
Major Changes Could Affect Your Security Clearance
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 - As of July 27, the Department of Defense will continuously monitor individual's security eligibility through the new Continuous Evaluation program. This new policy mandates that individuals who hold a security clearance will be continuously evaluated to determine if they meet the requirements to maintain that clearance. The security clearance renewal due … [Read more...]
Army Reserve Presents New Job Opportunities for Former Soldiers
AUGUST 3, 2018, Fort Jackson, SC - “There are winners all the way around here. Vacant Military Technician (MILTECH) positions are filled, reservist Soldiers are given the chance to get government jobs on the civilian side, and money is brought into local communities by wage earners,” said Maj. Nicholas Dolezal, Commander of the 81st Readiness Division Headquarters and … [Read more...]