Master-At-Arms Career Roadmap Guide
Master-At-Arms Career Roadmap Guide
August 2023
United States Navy Ethos
We are the United States Navy, our Nation's sea power - ready guardians of peace, victorious
in war.
We are professional Sailors and Civilians - a diverse and agile force exemplifying the highest
standards of service to our Nation, at home and abroad, at sea and ashore.
Integrity is the foundation of our conduct; respect for others is fundamental to our character;
decisive leadership is crucial to our success.
We are patriots, forged by the Navy's core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. In
times of war and peace, our actions reflect our proud heritage and tradition.
We defend our Nation and prevail in the face of adversity with strength, determination, and
dignity.
I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone
before me to defend
freedom and democracy around the world.
Notes:
Master at Arms (MA). MAs will individually, or as part of a force, be able to conduct Force Protection operations in order to defeat
threats at sea, on shore, and in expeditionary environments. Force Protection is a program that comprises of three pillars:
Antiterrorism, Physical Security and Law Enforcement. Specifically, the MA will conduct scalable force protection and security
providing layered defense for designated assets and critical infrastructure throughout the world. Additionally, MAs will operate in
an integrated at sea/coastal/landward security environment, providing mobile and fixed defensive operations in support of
Commanders performing base defense, expeditionary/combat operations, strategic asset security, law enforcement, corrections, and
special events and operations with other services, host nation partners, and civil authorities.
YEARS CAREER AVERAGE COMMISSIONING / SEA/SHORE TYPICAL CAREER PATH
OF MILESTONES TIME TO OTHER SPECIAL FLOW DEVELOPMENT
SERVICE ADVANCE PROGRAMS
27-30 MACM 21.7 Yrs 36 5th Shore Tour CONUS
Billet: SEA/LCPO/Assessor
Duty: CNIC Installations
/Staff/STAAT/Detailer/NSF
Sponsor/ECM.
Qualification: MTS/ATS
24-27 MACM 21.7 Yrs 36 4th Shore Tour
MACS 18.8 Billet: NSF Sponsor/ECM/
Detailer/MWD Program
Manager/Assessor/SEA/LCPO
/HPU Patrol Leader.
Duty: CNIC Installations/
Staff/NCIS STAAT/NECC/
VQ/ATG.
Qualification:
SCI/MTS/ATS/NSF Master
Specialist
21-24 MACM 21.7 Yrs CSEL 36 4th Sea Tour
MACS 18.8 Billet: Dept/Div LCPO/
MAC 14.9 CMAA/LPO/ATTWO/MESF
MA1 9.8 MC/MESF Patrol Leader/HPU
TRASUP/HPU Patrol Leader /
WCDR / MWD Program
Manager/ Fleet Kennel
Master.
Duty: Ship or Deploying Unit/
CNIC Installations/Staff/CVN/
LHA/LHD/CG/ DDG/
MSRON/MESG DET/SWF.
Qualification: ESWS/EAWS/
EXW/NWS/SCI/NSF Master
Specialist
18-21 MACM 21.7 Yrs CSEL 36 3rd Shore Tour
MACS 18.8 Billet: SEA/LCPO/OPS
MAC 14.9 LCPO/LPO/ATO/Instructor/
MA1 9.8 Detailer/Assessor/Fleet or
Regional Kennel Master/
WCDR/AT TRASUP/ HPU
TRASUP/ HPU Patrol Leader.
Duty: CNIC Installations/
Staff/CENSECFOR/STAAT/
MESG/VQ/ATG.
Qualification:
MTS/ATS/SCI/NSF Master
Specialist
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2. All Master-At-Arms (MA) must focus on primary duties and qualify to rank and respective TYCOM
requirements as quickly as possible. Maintaining security clearance eligibility, weapons proficiency and worldwide
assign-ability to meet rating needs is equally as important.
3. In the past, MA’s did not have a typical Sea-Shore Flow model, rather the rating operated as a CONUS/
OCONUS (or INUS/OUTUS) rotation with OCONUS or OUTUS tours counting as sea tours for rotational
purposes. The MA rate moved to a traditional Sea-Shore Flow model in January 2020 to aid in the prioritization of
Sea billets. That said, shore billets account for approximately 70% of all MA funded billets and although sea billets
are a priority to fill, many MAs will see back-to-back shore assignments available funded billets when in their
detailing window, at no fault of their own.
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4. All attempts should be made by the individual to take a sea or deploying billet whenever possible. This said,
advancement to the next paygrade will be based on being fully qualified, breaking out amongst peers and
completing successful tours where the individual is assigned based on the Navy’s current priorities and needs.
a. MA Billet Selection. Top enlisted MA personnel will be relied upon as advisors to Commanding
Officers and Flag Officers. As such, it is imperative our top enlisted personnel have successful experiences in these
assigned Security Force Specialties:
(1) SWFPAC, SWFLANT, TACAMO (Tinker VQ Det) assignments. These are arduous, joint-
service tours of duty by nature and should be strongly considered as career enhancing due to the unique
qualifications they require. These tours are considered Sea Duty equivalent and counted as a Sea Duty rotation
(2) Dependent Restricted Tours (DRT) in Souda Bay Crete, Diego Garcia, Bahrain, El Salvador, Bahamas, Deveselu
Romania, and Redzikow, Poland. MAs should expect two dependent restricted tours during a career, the first should
be expected as a junior enlisted MA (E1-E6) and the second as a senior enlisted MA (E7-E9). These are considered
arduous duty by nature and should be strongly considered as career enhancing.
(3) Independent Duty Ship Tours. These should be considered challenging tours as the assignment
carries the responsibility of being the primary AT Training Supervisor, providing training to the entire crew, and
handling all matters dealing physical security and law enforcement in the lone billet. Active involvement with the
FCPOA/CPO Mess as appropriate to paygrade and holding a command impact collateral duty will aid in being
competitive amongst peers at the selection board.
b. Duty Types. Duty types offer the potential to attain NEC’s and warfare designations. MA’s should take
advantage of these opportunities to stay competitive for advancement:
(1) Installation Security. MAs provide Force Protection support for the Installation Commanding
Officer with the mission of protecting the installation, its assets, and its personnel. MAs assigned to installations
currently do not have the opportunity to obtain a warfare qualification. NECs 717B, 718B, P01A, P02A, P05A,
P06A and 804A are associated with installation security tours.
(2) Harbor Patrol Unit (HPU). MAs assigned to the HPU operate small craft providing point and
area security for waterside assets and ports. Additionally, HPUs may conduct High Value Unit (HVU) escorts.
MAs assigned to HPUs currently do not have the opportunity to obtain a warfare qualification. Although not
inclusive in all units, MAs assigned to an HPU may be eligible to qualify for the Small Craft Insignia. NEC 853A,
P03A, P04A are associated with HPU tours.
(3) Expeditionary Forces. MAs in the Expeditionary Forces are assigned to the Maritime
Expeditionary Security Forces (MESF). MAs completing sea tours with the MESF are assigned to Maritime
Security Squadrons (MSRON), Maritime Expeditionary Security Group ONE Detachment Guam (MESG-1 Det
Guam) or Maritime Expeditionary Security Group TWO Detachment Bahrain (MESG-2 Det Bahrain). MAs
completing shore tours with the MESF are assigned to the MESG ONE, MESG TWO, MESG ONE TEU, MESG
TWO TEU and Navy Expeditionary Combat Command. MESF may perform duties in Embarked Security
Intelligence Teams (ESIT), Aircraft Security Teams (AST), Convoy Security, Camp Security, boat operations,
Expeditionary Designated Marksman (EDM), Expeditionary Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor (ESAMI),
Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations, assessment teams, training teams and staff
operations. All MAs assigned to Expeditionary Units with an active Expeditionary Warfare Specialist (EXWS)
program are required to qualify within each command's prescribed timeline. NECs 717B, 718B, 775A, 804A, 804G,
804A, 853A, 8MTS and 0190 are associated with Expeditionary tours.
(4) Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). MAs assigned to this type of duty conduct security
operations for strategic assets at either Strategic Weapons Facility (SWF) Atlantic or Pacific. MAs assigned to a
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SWF are regulated by the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) and attached to a Marine Corps Security Force
Battalion. MAs assigned to this duty type conduct security operations, HPU, or Military Working Dog (MWD)
duties. MAs assigned to SWF do not have the opportunity to obtain a warfare qualification. MAs assigned to SWF
are authorized to wear Enlisted Nuclear Weapons Security (NWS) Breast Insignia after qualification in the highest
watch station commensurate with their paygrade and maintaining PRP certification for 12 months. A star is earned
for each consecutive 12 months of maintaining qualifications thereafter. NECs 717B, 718B, P05A, P06A, 804A,
853A, P10A are associated with SSP tours.
(5) TACAMO (VQ3/VQ4/SCW-1). MAs assigned to this type of duty conduct security
operations for strategic aircraft. MAs assigned to TACMO are regulated by the PRP. VQ3 with UIC 55154 and
VQ4 with UIC 42065 are considered sea duty for MAs. Other VQ detachments are considered shore duty. SCW-1
with UIC 55575 is considered shore duty, but remains regulated by PRP. MAs assigned to VQ may have the
opportunity to qualify Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist (EAWS).
(6) Afloat Security. MAs in this duty type conduct in port and underway Force Protection
operations onboard LHA, LHD and CVNs. MAs may be used for Antiterrorism operations, Physical Security, Law
Enforcement, investigations, brig operations and training for the Ship’s Self Defense Force. All MAs assigned to
this duty type have the opportunity to qualify as Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist (ESWS). All Sailors must
qualify ESWS within a predetermined timeframe established by the member’s command. MAs assigned to this type
of duty may also have the opportunity to qualify as Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist EAWS. NECs P01A,
P02A, P08A, P12A, and 804A are associated with afloat security tours.
(7) Chief Master-at-Arms (CMAA). MACSs are normally assigned to LPDs, MACs are normally
assigned to CGs, and MA1s are normally assigned to DDG’s. These MAs manage the Force Protection program,
train and qualify the Ship’s Self-Defense Force, conduct investigations, perform legal officer functions, and assist
the Commanding Officer in maintaining good order and discipline. All MAs assigned to this duty type must qualify
ESWS within a predetermined timeframe established by the member’s command. NECs P01A, P02A, and 804A are
associated with Afloat Independent Duty CMAA tours.
(8) Military Working Dog (MWD). MWDs are assigned to Installation Security, Strategic
Weapons Facilities (SWF). NEC P05A, MWD Handler, and/ or NEC P06A, Kennel Master/Trainer, is required for
MWD tours. NEC P05A, and a minimum of four (4) years of MWD handler experience, is a prerequisite for NEC
P06A. NEC P05A and NEC P06A may also be assigned to Naval Special Warfare units. NEC P06A is generally
reserved for qualified MA1s and above. Qualified MA2s may obtain NEC P06A; however, will not fill a KM billet
until they are advanced to MA1. The MWD Program Manager approves P05A/P06A recommendations. Normally,
MA1s will be assigned as Kennel Masters to installations with less than eight (8) MWDs or as MWD Trainer at
larger kennels or Regional MWD staff. MACs and above are assigned as Kennel Masters, MWD Trainers, NCIS
STAAT Assessors, CNIC CART Assessors, and Regional or Fleet Kennel Masters. An MACM will normally fill
the MWD Program Manager assignment. MWD Teams routinely deploy in support of overseas contingency
operations, Presidential/Head of State missions and other VIP/ special event missions. Duty type for MWD
Handlers is commensurate with the unit to which they are assigned. Duty rotation operates as a CONUS-OCONUS
(or INUS/OUTUS) rotation, with a majority of the billets being CONUS. Duty rotation for NEC P06A may include
back-to-back CONUS tours. Since this is a closed loop program, MWD Handlers do not have the opportunity for a
warfare qualification. MAs may be assigned as MWD Handler, MWD Trainer, Kennel Master or perform MWD
Instructor duties.
(9) NCIS Operations. MAs assigned to NCIS specific missions can be assigned as Protective
Service Details (PSD) and Investigators. MAs conducting PSD missions provide protection for designated High-
Risk Personnel (HRP). These duties include site surveys, planning and pedestrian/vehicle security. MAs assigned as
investigators will investigate crimes within the NCIS purview, collecting evidence, conducting interviews/
interrogations, working with outside agencies and assisting NCIS Agents. MAs assigned to PSD Missions or as
Investigators do not have the opportunity for a warfare qualification. NEC P09A is required for PSD tours and NEC
P02A and/or P12A is required for NCIS Investigator tours.
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(10) GSA/IA is a tour of duty where the Sailor supports or "augments" another Navy, Marine
Corps or Army command. MAs can be PCSed on GSA orders or temporarily assigned and return to their current or
"parent" command upon completion of their assignment on IA orders. Assignments vary in length from a few
months to a year or more in multiple locations overseas and in the U.S. GSA/IA tours require specific training
ranging from Detain Operations to Investigations and should be considered favorable career choices.
c. Other Tours. In addition to the main duty types, MAs conduct duties that support the NSF, the Fleet and
other commands. These tours are diverse in nature and are considered SPECIAL DUTY ASSIGNMENTS.
(1) Instructor Duty. MAs are assigned to CENSECFOR and other training centers as instructors.
This duty is considered vital to the sustained health of the Naval Security Force (NSF). MAs assigned to Instructor
Duty have the opportunity to qualify as a Master Training Specialist(MTS, NEC 8MTS).
(2) Staff Duty. MAs are assigned to various COCOM, FLEET, TYCOM and other staffs. These
MAs primarily conduct antiterrorism (AT) planning and assessments of subordinate units. MAs assigned to
NPC/NETC/CNRC will be in charge of billeting, detailing, placement and rating evaluator
(3) Training and Assessment Teams.
(a) Security Training and Assessment Teams (STAAT) is a subordinate unit within the
Office of Military Support (OMS) for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). MAs assigned to STAAT
conduct port, physical security, installation, hotel, courtroom, liberty venue, humanitarian assistance site, and
airfield vulnerability assessments. They also provide Military Sea Lift Command (MSC) Individual Ship
Assessments, Commander Naval Installations Command Mobile Training Teams (CNIC-MTT), Military Working
Dog Program assessments, TACAMO assessments, Inter-Operability Program Training and provides Mobile
Training Teams for NSF related training. Personnel assigned to STAAT do not have the opportunity for a warfare
qualification. MAs assigned to STAAT may be eligible for Master Training Specialist (MTS, NEC 8MTS) and
NECs 804A, 805Aand 853A may be associated with it. .
(b) Afloat Training Group (ATG) is a subordinate unit of SURFLANT and SURFPAC.
MAs assigned to ATG conduct inspections and certifications of surface vessels. Command Assessment for
Readiness and Training (CART)/ Final Evaluation Problem (FEP) Teams. MAs are eligible for the Master Training
Specialist (MTS, NEC 8MTS) and Afloat Training Specialist (ATS) certifications.
(c) Command Assessment of Readiness and Training / Final Evaluation Problem (CART/
FEP) is an administrative program assessment, led by Commander, Naval Installations Command (CNIC)
headquarters. MAs assigned to CART/ FEP conduct installation security assessments to ensure the installations
adherence to all Naval Security Force (NSF) operational requirements. Personnel assigned to CART/ FEP do not
have the opportunity for a warfare qualification.
(4) Independent Duty Master-at-Arms (IDMAA). MACSs, MACs, and MA1s may be assigned as
IDMAA to Transient Personnel Units, and Nuclear School house billets, NAVIDFOR facilities or imbedded in
certain deployable units such a Special Warfare units, EOD Mobile Units or Seabee Battalions. In these billets, the
IDMAA will have a variety of roles similar to the CMAA on CGs and DDGs. NECs P02A, 804A, 805A and 90CS
are associated with IDMAA tours.
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5. Rating NEC’s:
6. Acronyms:
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Qualified to pay grade requirements / TYCOM Specific: (CNIC: WC, AT TRASUP, HSB TRASUP, HPU
Leader, ATTT Member, ATTT Leader, ATO (when gapped); FLEET: ATTWO, Brig Supervisor/LPO, AT
TRASUP, ATTT Member, ATTT Leader; MESF: ATTWO, TACSUP, MC, AST Leader, AT TRASUP,
HSB TRASUP, HSB Patrol Leader; SWF: Area Supervisor; TACAMO: WC, ATTT member, Mobile
Mission ASECO, Relocation Security Team Lead; MWD: certified MWD, WC, Patrol Supervisor, ATTT
Member, KM; Assessments: certified assessor) qualifications outside of the normal MA duties (i.e.
Gunnery Liaison Officer, In Port OOD, CDO, OOD, SDO (as dictated by command policy)Excelling in
primary duties. Documented success during CART/FEP/ULTRA/FPEX/ ARGMEUX/ COMTUEX etc.
Sailors excelling under their lead (SOY/JSOY/BJOY/MAPs).
Success in a high profile position for pay grade, i.e. DLPO, OPS LPO, Training LPO, AT LPO, WC,
ATTWO/TACSUP, SWF Area Supervisor, AT TRASUP, HPU TRASUP, HPU Leader, MESF Patrol
Leader, Lead Investigator/Chief Investigator, AT planner, Trainer, etc.
Earned a warfare pin, if assigned to a warfare platform, i.e. NECC = EXW, USS = SW, Squadron = AW,
MTS/ATS if at Training Command, etc.
Continued professional development, i.e. attending military schools, college courses, completing
correspondence courses, PME/SEJPME, certifications, Navy COOL, etc. Sailors earning their
qualifications and academic achievements (USMAPS/Degrees, etc.), If degree is completed, continuing to
work toward next degree or some form of professional self-improvement, etc.
Active FCPOA involvement, documented successful impact as FCPOA Officer, documented mentoring of
Sailors.
Sailor 360 involvement and leading a committee
Command level involvement, i.e. training team (ATTT, DCTT, etc.), collateral duty (ACFL, CRT, CTT,
etc.) and break out if managing a command program with documented results.
Qualified to pay grade requirements / TYCOM specific: (CNIC: WC, Operations Officer, HPU Leader,
ATO, ATTT Leader, ITT Member, ITT Leader; FLEET: WC, ATTWO, ATTT Leader, Brig Supervisor;
MESF: ATTWO, Patrol Leader, MC; SWF: Area Supervisor, Operational CDO, Patrol Leader; TACAMO:
WC, ATTT Leader, Mobile Mission ASECO, Relocation Security Team OIC; MWD: KM, ATTT Member;
Assessments: Certified Assessor; STAFF: CDO) and qualifications outside of the MA rating (OOD
Inport/at Sea; 3M LCPO Base CDO)
Excelling in primary duties. Achieve mastery level, Sailors excelling under their lead
(SOY/JSOY/BJOY/MAPs, advancements, qualifications, education, self-improvement etc.), documented
success as LCPO, DLCPO, LCPO at sea, and in mentorship of Junior Officers, and documented success
CART/FEP/ULTRA/ FPEX/ ARGMEUX/COMTUEX etc.
Success in a high profile position for pay grade, i.e. Assistant Security Officer, Serving as
CMDCM/CMDCS in incumbent’s absence, LCPO, Operations Chief, Harbor Leader, Chief Investigator,
AT planner, Trainer, etc.
Earned a warfare pin, if assigned to a warfare platform, i.e. NECC = EXW, USS = SW, Squadron = AW,
MTS/ATS if at Training Command, etc.
Continued professional development, i.e. attending military schools, college courses, completing
correspondence courses, certifications, Navy COOL, SEJPME I & II and if available the Senior Enlisted
Academy (Any Service). If degree is completed, continuing to work toward next degree or some form of
professional self-improvement.
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Active CPOA involvement, breakout for Officer Positions with documented success and documented
success in leading and mentoring peers. .
Sailor 360 involvement and leading a committee
CPO Initiation involvement, Committee Chair/Co-Chair.
Command level involvement, i.e. training team (ATTT, DCTT, etc.), collateral duty (CFL, CRT, DAPA,
CMEO) and results documented
Qualified to pay grade requirements / TYCOM specific: (CNIC: ATO, ATTT Leader; FLEET: ATTWO,
ATTT Coordinator; MESF: ATTWO, ATTT Leader; SWF: Operational CDO (Security Duty Officer) and
qualifications outside of the MA rating (CNIC: Installation CDO; FLEET: 3M LCPO, ITT Leader, OOD
Underway/In Port).
Excelling in primary duties. Achieve mastery level. Leading, mentoring, and training Chiefs and Junior
Officers, documented success. Sailors excelling under their lead (SOY/JSOY/BJOY/MAPs, advancements,
qualifications, education, self-improvement etc.), documented success in CART/FEP/ULTRA/ FPEX/
ARGMEUX/COMTUEX etc.
Success in a high profile position for pay grade, i.e. Assistant Security Officer, Serving as
CMDCM/CMDCS in incumbent’s absence, DLCPO, LCPO at sea, LCPO, SEA, SEL, ATO, AT planner,
Trainer, Command Level Facilitator (FLDC, ILDC, ALDC etc)Earned a warfare pin, if assigned to a
warfare platform, i.e. NECC = EXW, USS = SW, Squadron = AW, MTS/ATS if at Training Command,
etc.
Continued professional development, i.e. attending military schools Senior Enlisted Academy (SEA) (any
service), college courses, correspondence courses, certifications, Navy COOL, SEJPME I & II. If degree is
completed, continuing to work towards next degreeor some form of professional self-improvement.
Sailor 360 involvement and leading a committee.
Active CPOA/CPO Mess involvement, breakout for Officer Positions, and documented success in leading
and mentoring peers.
CPO Initiation involvement, Executive Chair, Committee Chair/Co-Chair.
Command level involvement, i.e. training team (ATTT, DCTT, etc.), collateral duty (CFL, CRT, DAPA,
CMEO), Command Level Facilitator (FLDC, ILDC, ALDC etc) and results documented.
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SELECTED RESERVES (SELRES)
Master at Arms (MA) will individually, or as part of a force, be able to conduct security operations in order to defeat Level I and II
Threats in near-coast, shore and harbor/port environments. Specifically, the MA will: conduct scalable force protection and security
for designated assets and critical infrastructure; provide layered defense in an integrated coastal and landward security environment;
provide integrated security capabilities, including mobile and fixed defensive operations in support of Commanders performing
Homeland Defense and Expeditionary/Combat Operations, law enforcement, corrections, force protection (afloat and ashore), special
events and operations with other services, host nation partners and civil authorities.
12-16 MACS 18.3 Yrs LDO, OCS, MECP N/A Billet: SEA/Ops/LCPO
MAC 15.1 Training/Instructor/CMAA
MA1 10.1 /LPO/ALPO/MPI.
Duty: NOSC CMAA/Unit
SEL/UPC/Unit CC.
Qualification: SEA/TRASUP
*NOTE (1) See page 6.
8-12 MAC 15.1 Yrs LDO, OCS, MECP N/A Billet: Unit SEL/Unit
MA1 10.1 LCPO/Ops LCPO/Unit
MA2 5.7 LPO/ALPO.
Duty: CMAA/2nd MOB.
Qualification:
*NOTE (1) See page 6.
4-8 MA2 5.7 Yrs STA-21, OCS, MECP N/A Billet: Asst. UPC/WCS/
MA3 3.1 Patrolman/Sentry/
Squad/Team Member.
Duty: Security
Watchstander/Patrolman.
Qualification: UPC Coord.
*NOTE (1) See page 6.
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3. Promotion boards will be instructed to select the most fully qualified candidates. All Master-At-Arms (MA)
must focus on primary duties and qualify to rank and respective TYCOM requirements as quickly as possible.
Equally important is maintaining security clearance eligibility, weapons proficiency/ Annual Sustainment Training
(AST) and worldwide assignability to meet rating needs.
4. SELRES MA’s do not have a typical Sea-Shore Flow. SELRES Community, MAC/MACS/MACM must
demonstrate a wide diversity of duties and platforms to gain experience to enhance their abilities to leader at the next
higher pay grade.
a. MA Billet Selection. It is imperative our top enlisted personnel have experience in the majority of our
Security Force Specialties:
(1) SWFPAC, SWFLANT, TACAMO (VQ Det) assignments. These assignments should be
considered career enhancing due to the nature of assets protected and the qualifications required. These tours are
counted as a Sea Tour for rotational purposes.
(2) Isolated tours in Souda Bay Crete, Diego Garcia, Bahrain, Deveselu Romania, Poland,
Chinhae, South Korea, Military Groups/US Embassy detachments.
(3) Independent Duty Ship tours. (Ensure active involvement with the FCPOA/CPO Mess as
appropriate to paygrade and holding a major collateral duty in order to be competitive amongst peers and at the
selection boards).
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b. Duty Types. Types of duty offer the potential to attain NEC’s and warfare designations. MA’s should
take advantage of these opportunities to stay competitive for advancement:
(1) Installation Security. MAs provide security and law enforcement support for the Installation
Commanding Officer with the mission of protecting installation. MAs assigned to installations do not have the
opportunity to obtain a warfare qualification. NECs 0812, 0814, 2001, 2002, and 9501 are associated with
installation security tours.
(2) Harbor Patrol Unit (HPU). MAs assigned to the HPU operate small craft providing point and
area security for waterside assets and ports. Additionally, HPUs may conduct High Value Unit (HVU) escorts.
MAs assigned to HPUs do not have the opportunity to obtain a warfare qualification. Although not inclusive in all
units, MAs assigned to an HPU may be eligible to qualify for the Small Craft Insignia. NEC 0190, 2003, 2004 are
associated with HPU tours.
(3) Expeditionary Forces. MAs assigned to the Expeditionary Forces will be assigned to the
Coastal Riverine Force (CRF). The CRF absorbed the Maritime Expeditionary Security Force (MESF). CRF is
SEA duty. MAs assigned to the CRF may be performing duties in boat operations, Riverine Security Team
Operations, aircraft security (RAVEN), embarked security (EST), Joint Terminal Air Controller (JTAC), Visit,
Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations. All MAs
assigned to Expeditionary Units must obtain Expeditionary Warfare Specialist (EXWS) within 12 months of
assignment. NECs 0812, 0814, 9501 and 0190 are associated with Expeditionary tours. For the SELRES
Community, these type of reserve units are great opportunities and should be one platform for a
MAC/MACS/MACM.
(4) Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). MAs assigned to this duty type conduct security operation
for strategic assets at either Strategic Weapons Facility (SWF) Atlantic or Pacific. MAs assigned to a SWF are
regulated by the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP). MAs assigned to this duty type conduct security operations,
HPU, or Military Working Dog (MWD) duties. MAs assigned to SWF do not have the opportunity to obtain a
warfare qualification. MAs assigned to SWF are authorized to wear Enlisted Nuclear Weapons Security (NWS)
Breast Insignia after maintaining PRP certification for 12 months and after qualification in the highest watch station
commensurate with their pay grade. NECs 0812, 0814, 9501, 0190, 2010 are associated with SSP tours.
(5) TACAMO (VQ Squadrons). MAs assigned to this duty type conduct security operation for
strategic aircraft. MAs assigned to TACAMO are regulated by the PRP. VQ 3 with UIC 55154 and VQ 4 with UIC
42065 are considered sea duty for MAs. Other VQ detachments are considered shore duty. MAs assigned to VQ
may have the opportunity to qualify Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist (EAWS).
(6) Afloat Security. MAs in this duty type conduct in port and underway security and law
enforcement operations onboard LHA, LHD and CVNs. MAs may be used for security operations, ATFP,
investigations, brig operations and training for the Ship’s Self Defense Force. All MAs assigned to this duty type
have the opportunity to qualify as Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist (ESWS). All Sailors must qualify ESWS
within a predetermined timeframe established by the member’s command not to exceed 30 months from receipt at
the command. MAs assigned to this type of duty may also have the opportunity to qualify as EAWS. NECs 2001,
2002, 2008, and 9501 are associated with afloat security tours.
(7) Chief Master-at-Arms (CMAA). MACSs are normally assigned to LPDs. MA1s are normally
assigned to CG’s and DDG’s. These MAs manage the ATFP program, train and qualify the Ship’s Self-Defense
Force, conduct investigations and perform legal officer functions and assist the Commanding Officer in maintaining
good order and discipline. All MAs assigned to this duty type must qualify ESWS within a predetermined
timeframe established by the member’s command not to exceed 30 months from receipt at the command. NECs
2001 and 9501 are associated with Afloat Independent Duty CMAA tours.
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(8) Military Working Dog (MWD). MWDs are assigned to Installation Security, DEVGRU, and
Strategic Weapons Facilities. MWD Handlers/ Kennel Masters may also be assigned to Naval Special Warfare
units. MAs may be assigned as MWD Handler, MWD Trainer, Kennel Master or perform Instructor duties. MWD
Teams routinely deploy in support of overseas contingency operations, Presidential/ Head of State missions and
other VIP/ special event missions. Duty type for MWD Handlers is commensurate with the unit to which they are
assigned. Duty rotation operates as a CONUS-OCONUS (or INUS/OUTUS) rotation. Since this is a closed loop
program, MWD Handlers do not have the opportunity for a warfare qualification. NEC 2005 or 2006 is required for
MWD tours. Warfare qualifications are available only at shipboard/sea-going commands (ESWS and EAWS) and
Type 2 or 4 designated NECC/ Naval Special Warfare (EXWS and EIWS) commands. For the SELRES community
unless you are coming off active duty, there is little to no opportunity in the MWD program.
(9) Protective Service Detail (PSD). MAs within a PSD are assigned to the Naval Criminal
Investigative Service (NCIS). MAs conducting PSD missions provide protection for designated High Risk
Personnel (HRP). These duties include site surveys, planning, and pedestrian/vehicle security. MAs assigned to
PSD missions do not have the opportunity for a warfare qualification. NEC 2009 is required for PSD tours. For the
SELRES community this is a special program the MAs are individually screened and selected for these types of
missions. SELRES MAs are encouraged to apply for mission critical billets when there is opportunity.
c. Other Tours. In addition to the main duty types, MAs conduct duties that support the NSF, the fleet and
other commands. These tours are diverse in nature and are considered SHORE DUTY.
(1) Instructor Duty. MAs are assigned to CENSECFOR and other training centers as instructors.
This duty is considered vital to the sustained health of the Naval Security Force (NSF). MAs assigned to Instructor
Duty have the opportunity to qualify as a Master Training Specialist.
(2) Staff Duty. MAs are assigned to various TYCOM, FLEET, COCOM and other staffs. These
MAs primarily conduct antiterrorism (AT) planning and assessments of subordinate units.
(3) Training and Assessment Teams. STAAT is a subordinate unit within the Naval Criminal
Investigative Service (NCIS). MAs assigned to STAAT conduct port, installation and airfield vulnerability
assessments to assist Fleet Commanders in anti-terrorism efforts. STAAT also provides Military Working Dog
Program assessments and provides Mobile Training Teams for installation security while assisting CNIC with
installation certification of security forces. Personnel assigned to STAAT do not have the opportunity for a warfare
qualification. MAs assigned to STAAT may be eligible for Master Training Specialist (MTS) and are required to
hold the 9501 NEC. CNIC Training and Assessment Teams conduct inspections and certifications on the Navy
Security Forces of Navy Installations.
(4) Independent Duty Master at Arms (IDMAA). MACSs and MACs may be assigned as IDMAA
to Transient Personnel Units, Nuclear School house billets, NAVIDFOR facilities or imbedded in certain deployable
units such a Special Warfare or Seabee Battalions. In these billets, the IDMAA will have a variety of roles similar to
the CMAA on ships. NECs 2002, 9501, and 90CS are associated with IDMAA tours.
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** New developments; NEC 2003 was established in order to identify Master-at-Arms who possess Harbor Patrol
Unit (HPU) experience, and training required for assignment to a HPU. Personnel possessing the 2003 NEC are
responsible for the tactical operation and training conducted within the HPU. NEC 2004 HSB TRASUP is
responsible for the planning, oversight, accessing and training of Force Protection Boat Coxswains at HPUs.
6. If attached to a NECC command, member should obtain a Warfare Qualification if time permits.
7. MA’s should try to obtain NEC’s when attached to NECC Units, Commissioned Unit and NSF Installations.
However, most RC MA’s may never have the opportunity to pursue a NEC throughout their career due to belonging
to small NOSC units.
8. All or a vast majority of RC MA’s should obtain at a minimum their Sentry PQS, Urinalysis Program
Coordinator (UPC) Certification and complete the MA Correspondence Course through NETC. Members of NSF
Units who obtain NEC’s as CMAA, CFL’s, CCC’s and SAMI should be looked favorably upon for advancement.
9. In addition to the above career path, a MA is advanced due to their proven leadership, performance, and
qualifications.
10. SELRES MA working as civilian law enforcement/corrections officers experience may be taken into account
based on skillsets and civilian rank equivalent to the MA’s career path matrix.
Prior to selection for E7, candidates should successfully complete one of the following: LPO tour, Watch
Commander, Mission Commander, Area Supervisor, AT Planner, Trainer, etc. for a minimum of 12 months
and have leadership bullets indicating this in their evaluations.
Candidate shall have the following qualifications: Sentry PQS and UPC Certification.
Excelling in primary duties. Sailors excelling under their lead (SOQ, JSOQ, BJOQ).
Shall have earned a warfare pin if assigned to a warfare platform, if time and availability permits.
Should have continued professional development, i.e. attending military schools, college courses,
completing correspondence courses (PME/SEJPME).
Should have active involvement in FCPOA
Shall have documented involvement in Sailor 360
Evaluation Block 39 should be rated at 4 or higher in the narrative.
For Senior MA1s they should have the following qualifications demonstrating technical expertise and
leadership: Patrolman and Watch Commander.
Prior to selection for E8, candidate should successfully complete a LCPO tour for a minimum of 12 months
or success in high profile position for paygrade, i.e. Assistant Security Officer, serving as
CMDCM/CMDCS in incumbent’s absence, etc.
Excelling in primary duties. Sailors excelling under their lead (SOY, JSOY, BJOY).
Shall have earned a warfare pin if assigned to a warfare platform, if time and availability permits.
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Should have continued professional development, i.e. attending military schools, college courses,
completing correspondence courses, SEJPME/PPME, Senior Enlisted Academy (any service), Academic
achievements and degrees earned
Active CPOA involvement and documented mentoring of sailors and fellow Chiefs
Sailor 360 Phase I involvement and leading a committee, Phase II lead/co-lead.
Completion of an IA mobilization serving as an Operations/Department/Section/Military Investigator-
LCPO
Serve as an Officer in the Chief’s Mess or Committee member during Chief’s Initiation
Command level involvement with documentation.
Prior to selection for E9, candidate shall successfully complete a LCPO/SEL/SEA tour for a minimum of
12 months or success in high profile position for paygrade, i.e. Assistant Security Officer, serving as
CMDCM/CMDCS in incumbent’s absence, etc.
Candidates shall have completed SEA.
Excelling in primary duties. Sailors excelling under their lead (SOY, JSOY, BJOY).
Shall have earned a warfare pin if assigned to a warfare platform, if time and availability permits.
Should have continued professional development, i.e. attending military schools, college courses,
completing correspondence courses, PPME/SEJPME, Senior Enlisted Academy (any service), Academic
achievements and degrees earned
Active CPO/CPOA involvement and documented mentoring of sailors and fellow Chiefs.
Sailor 360 Phase I involvement and leading a committee, Phase II lead/co-lead.
Completion of an IA mobilization serving as an Operations/Department/Section/Military Investigator-
LCPO
Serve as an Officer in the Chief’s Mess or Committee member during Chief’s Initiation.
Command level involvement with documentation.
10. Acronyms:
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Master-At-Arms
Occupational and Readiness Standards (OaRS) to E4
NAVEDTRA 44057
NAME:
These Occupational and Readiness Standards (OaRS) may be used to validate minimum competencies for performing various rating-
specific tasks in paygrade E4 in this rating. OaRS is based on the Occupational Standards (OCCSTDs) for the rating/paygrade. An E4
should possess the minimum competencies of their rating/paygrade, whereby OaRS may provide benefits as a tool to train towards and
track those competencies achieved.
OaRS does not address ship/unit/system specific standards, which may be covered within Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS),
Job Qualification Requirements (JQR), or local training/qualification programs. OaRS addresses the overall rating at the E4 level, not
the Sailor’s position, billet, or duty assignment.
Generally, each OaRS task area encompasses one or more occupational standards on the same or similar subjects and is written in
on-the-job rating language. Completion indicates the Sailor can perform the tasks or can articulate knowledge of the tasks. If
circumstances exist that limits a Sailor’s ability to effectively demonstrate any OaRS task element due to equipment configuration,
mission, or operational status, the Sailor can seek training or understanding from his/her peers, leadership, or refer to technical
manuals.
OaRS completion is voluntary and is not designed to replace other qualification programs (e.g. PQS, JQR). OaRS items that duplicate
"sign off" items in these types of programs can be signed off if they have already been signed off under any of these types of programs.
Task signatures are completed between the Sailor and the Sailor’s supervisor, Leading Petty Officer (LPO) or E5 or above designee.
Task sections are signed off by the Division Leading Chief or designee. Endorsement of completion of all OaRS tasks/sections are
validated by the Division Officer, Department LCPO, Department Head, and Command Career Counselor (CCC).
ADMINISTRATION
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Complete Operational Risk Management (ORM) assessments for Harbor Patrol Unit (HPU) operations
Conduct inventories (i.e., Military Working Dog (MWD), Harbor Patrol Unit (HPU), SWF, VQ, CNIC, etc.)
Conduct kennel checks
Create security reports and documents (e.g., incident reports, desk journals, communications logs, Law Enforcement
(LE) documents, physical security documents, etc.)
Develop access lists and rosters
Perform Victim and Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) procedures
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Administer Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST)
Advise suspects of acknowledgement and waiver of rights
Apprehend military suspects
Collect evidence and contraband
Conduct arrestee transports
Conduct case presentations
Conduct interrogations
Conduct interviews
Conduct preliminary investigations
Conduct prisoner/detainee escorts and transports
Conduct subject turnovers
Conduct suspect pursuits (i.e., vehicle, vessel, foot)
Conduct traffic accident investigations
Conduct vehicle stops (i.e., traffic violations)
Conduct vehicle suspect extractions
Employ Navy Security Force (NSF) case management system (e.g., Consolidated Law Enforcement Operation Center
(CLEOC))
Execute warrants
Issue traffic and criminal violation notices
Operate emergency vehicles
Perform Criminal Justice (CJ) reporting procedures
Perform Driving Under the Influence or Driving While Intoxicated (DUI or DWI) detection and checkpoint procedures
Perform initial crime scene response procedures (i.e., access control points)
Perform searches (e.g., personnel, vehicle, vessel, facility, etc.)
Perform vehicle impoundment procedures
Preserve crime scenes
Process evidence and contraband
Provide testimonies for official proceedings
Respond to civil disturbances
Respond to service calls (e.g., accidents, break-ins, suspicious activity, etc.)
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
NSF TRAINING
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Conduct Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training
Employ training aids for Military Working Dogs (MWD) (i.e., explosives, drugs, patrol equipment, etc.)
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
DIVISION OFFICER:
________________________________________
DEPARTMENT LCPO:
________________________________________
DEPARTMENT HEAD:
________________________________________
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any
other false official statement knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
Once an individual Sailor’s Occupational and Readiness Standards (OaRS) have been completed and endorsed by the
Command Career Counselor (CCC), documentation of completed OaRS by the Command Pay and Personnel
Administrator (CPPA), Training Officer, or other authorized command representative will be via Navy Standard Integrated
Personnel System (NSIPS) within the Personnel Qualifications section, or Advanced Skills Management (ASM) within the
Qual/Cert Records tab. Entries will generate an Enlisted Service Record (ESR) and Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ)
entry. These entries provide Sailors with electronic documentation of OaRS completion as well as Command and Navy
stakeholders ability to monitor the execution of OaRS.
Master-At-Arms
Seaman Recruit to Seaman
NAME:
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1 Lackland AFB, TX
Master-at-Arms Class “A” School A‑830‑0011 280 hours
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
Mobilization UIC:
PAYGRADE E1/E2 (9 months time in service required for advancement to E2 and E3)
PAYGRADE E3 (6 months time in service required to be eligible for advancement to E4)
Date Advanced: Eligible Advancement Date: Number of times up:
HYT Date: Security Clearance Level: Date Last updated:
Command INDOC complete:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
Professional Apprenticeship Career Track (PACT) only:
6 Month: 12 Month: 18 Month:
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
C-WAY-REEN 18 months to EAOS/EOS: Career Waypoint not approved:
Rating Conversion: Navy Formal Training Schools Request ("A"/"C"etc):
Transfer: Separation: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Seaman to Admiral 21 (STA-21): Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP):
Naval Academy: Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):
Officer Candidate School:
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Notes on Qualifications:
Navy Retention and Career Development Tools are web-based applications designed to support and enhance Sailor
career management, retention and professional/personal development. Specifically, these tools are designed to assist in Sailor
professionalization, advancement, retention, cross rating, and transitioning. Use of these tool allows Career Counselors to
provide better guidance on education, professional growth, career requirements and opportunities to individuals in the Navy and
for Sailors to take an active role in their professional development and career management. These tools include:
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the MA-Master-At-Arms rating. They may require additional
education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
E6 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Manager (CJM)
E4 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Officer (CJO)
E4 ASIS International Associate Protection Professional (APP)
E7 ASIS International Physical Security Professional (PSP)
E7 ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
Antiterrorism Credential (ATC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Due Process Adjudicator Professional Credential
E7
(CDSE) (DPAPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E6 Physical Security Certification (PSC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Asset Protection Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SAPPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Fundamentals Professional Certification
E7
(CDSE) (SFPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Program Integration Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SPIPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
(CDSE)
Certified All Source Intelligence Professional
E5 McAfee Institute
(CASIP)
E5 McAfee Institute Certified Criminal Profiler (CCP)
Certified Organized Retail Crime Investigator
E6 McAfee Institute
(CORCI)
E6 McAfee Institute Certified Professional Criminal Investigator (CPCI)
Certified Workplace Violence and Threat
E5 McAfee Institute
Specialist (WVTS)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel
E3 Microsoft Corporation
Associate (Excel and Excel 2019)
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
Date
Apprenticeship
Completed
Armed Security Guard
Computer Operator
Correction Officer
Criminal Investigator
Motorboat Operator
Police Officer I (Government Service)
Working Dog Handler
MilGears: MilGears leverages the COOL platform to provide Service members with a personalized, self-assessment of the
individual’s military training & experience and off-duty education & credentialing, for the purposes of providing
recommendations and next steps to pursue and achieve industry credentialing, in-service advancement, and ultimately post-
service employment. Use MilGears to build a comprehensive record that captures all the learning, experience, and related skills
you’ve gained to support preparation for career advancement. MilGears will provides multiple search methods to find
credentials that can help build your subject matter expertise related to your military career, as well as prepare you for a career
after transition. Use your time in service to pursue certifications, education, and experience that can help you achieve your goals.
Of the several tools found on MilGears, the two most common that Sailors would use are the Engage My Career Tool and the
Quick Explorer Tool.
The Engage My Career (EMC) Tool, available from the MilGears home page, analyzes your unique history to provide
customized results. The EMC Tool looks at what you've done in the military to date by guiding you through a series of questions
The Quick Explorer Tool, available from the MilGears home page, allows Service members to explore occupations without
uploading personal information.
Credentials - explore pathways related to a specific credential such as a degree, a certification, a USMAP apprenticeship
or a federal license.
Career Goals - explore pathways based on career goals through job family, industry and more.
Military Occupation - explore pathways by MOC to view ‘best-fit’ pathways based your military occupation. Pathways
include academic, industry, apprenticeship, cross-rate opportunities, and post-service employment opportunities.
Interests - answer a series of questions designed to discover your personal interests and connect them to career
pathways.
**These Navy Retention and Career Development Tools web-based applications may be available to Sailors who
change their Navy affiliation from the Navy active component to affiliation with the Navy Reserve component.**
The following post military occupations are similar to the MA-Master-At-Arms Rating. For more information about these
occupations, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
SkillBridge: The Navy's SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Sailors to gain valuable civilian work experience through
specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Sailors with
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DOD approved industry partners in real-world job experiences. For Sailors SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work
and learn in civilian career areas. For DOD approved industry partners SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the
world’s most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Sailors participating in SkillBridge receive their military
compensation and benefits, and industry partners provide the training and work experience.
Career Waypoints-Reenlistment:
The Command Career Counselor is your local advocate to assist you with the Career Waypoints application process.
E3-E6 Sailors with less than 14 years of service must submit a Career Waypoints application, regardless of reenlistment
intentions. Sailors who do not desire to reenlist will submit an "intends to separate" application. Sailors not eligible for
reenlistment will submit a "not eligible" application.
The Career Waypoints system automatically generates most of the applications needed by Sailors. Applications must be
submitted no later than 16 months prior to expiration of active/reserve obligated service (EAOS/EOS) or as extended
(SEAOS/SEOS). Sailors with less than 24 months of contract time remaining at their projected rotation date (PRD) will
submit an application 15 months prior to their PRD. In either case, the Career Waypoints system will automatically generate
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applications for Sailors 18 months prior to either timeframe. Applications required outside of the established C-Way gates
can be submitted as Special Circumstance applications. Examples of when these may be needed include OBLISERVE for
special duty, decommissioning or homeport shift.
The C-Way 3-2-1 Process aligns career decisions with the detailing process. Soft End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service
(SEAOS/SEOS)/End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service (EAOS/EOS) applications are created by C-Way at the 18 month
from S/EAOS/EOS mark and must be submitted by the Command Career Counselor at the 16 month mark. This provides
time for the Career Counselor to validate the Sailor's information and to ascertain the Sailors career intentions. The first C-
Way review gate occurs from 16 to 13 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of in-rate, conversion, and
Selected Reserve. The second review gate occurs from 12 to 9 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of
conversion and Selected Reserve. From 8 months to 4 months to S/EAOS/EOS the Sailor can only choose Selected
Reserve affiliation.
Monthly reenlistment quotas are limited and must be reserved for our best and brightest Sailors who desire to Stay Navy.
Sailors must choose one of the following based on their desires and qualifications:
Reenlist-in-Rate,
Reenlist-in-rate, Willing to Convert
Convert only
AC to AC or TAR to TAR
RC to AC/TAR
RC to RC
AC/TAR to CIP (Intermission)
AC/TAR to Tour w/ Industry
SELRES option
Canvasser Recruiter
Intend to separate
Not eligible
In February 2014, C-Way delivered auto-approval capabilities to provide reenlistment decisions on S/EAOS/EOS applications
more quickly for eligible ratings. This changed the monthly processing of reenlistment applications as described below.
If you are in an, "open" rating or a "balanced" rating in an undermanned year group or an E6, you are eligible for
reenlistment, and your application is submitted with correct data it will be auto-approved and returned immediately, and you
can reenlist.
If you are in a "competitive" rating or a balanced rating but not an undermanned year group, then your application will be
processed through the monthly Rack and Stack process. Applications submitted in one month are processed in Rack and
Stack the following month.
For Nuclear ratings, all applications are reviewed by enlisted community managers on an ongoing basis throughout the
processing month.
If required data is missing (evaluations, Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) data, security clearance etc.) the application
will be denied with a note to your career counselor regarding what needs to be fixed. It is critical the Command Career
Counselor reviews these notes to ensure Sailors are not disadvantaged in their opportunities for retention.
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly
report section of the Career Waypoint system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1160-140, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or askmncc@[Link]
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly report
section of the Career Waypoints system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1001-260, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or askmncc@[Link]
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Medical/Dental Reverse Sponsor Obligate
SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
[Link] and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: JST@[Link]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website [Link]
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
E1/E2/E3 RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
Non-Prior Service Accession Program Navy e-Learning CNRFC-NPSAP-2 /DoN 0 23 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
[Link]
E1/E2/E3 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Fundamentals of Emergency Management FEMA IS‑230.d 6 hours
Cold Weather Injuries Navy e-Learning NPDC‑CWI‑1 1 hour
Hot Weather Injuries Navy e-Learning NPDC‑HWI‑1 1 hour
Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations: FEMA Response
FEMA IS‑102.C 1.5 hours
Partners
An Introduction to Hazardous Material FEMA IS‑5.A 10 hours
1 hour
CENSECFOR Operator Training - UWD-AY04 Airburst Warning
Navy e-Learning CSF‑AY04‑010‑2.0 Self-
Munition
paced
CENSECFOR Operator Training - MK48 Machine Gun Navy e-Learning CENSECFOR‑MK48‑010‑1.0 2 hours
CENSECFOR Operator Training - M2HB Machine Gun Navy e-Learning CSF‑M2HB‑010‑3.0 2 hours
CENSECFOR Operator Training - M240 Machine Gun Navy e-Learning CSF‑M240‑10‑3.0 2 hours
Personal Firearm Safety Navy e-Learning CSF‑PFS‑010 2 hours
Enterprise Land Mobile Radio (ELMR) Basic End User Training Navy e-Learning CNIC‑ELMRBEUT‑1.0 1 hour
Training and Readiness - The Active Shooter Navy e-Learning CNIC‑TRTAS‑1.1 1 hour
Ready Navy Emergency Preparedness Navy e-Learning CNIC‑RNEP‑0001 2 hours
Individual – Managing Your Risk Navy e-Learning NSC‑ORM‑MYR‑2.0
Eastern States
Narcotic Detection (NDC) Working Dog 1 day
Association
Eastern States
Police Service Dog (PSDC) Working Dog 1 day
Association
Eastern States
Trailing Dog (TDC) Working Dog 1 day
Association
Title Completed
Visit [Link] for more information.
To Rule the Waves by Bruce Jones
A Brief Guide to Maritime Strategy by James Holmes
China as a 21st Century Naval Power by Michael. A. McDevitt
Not One Inch by Mary E. Sarotte
The Sailor’s Bookshelf: Fifty Books to Know the Sea by Adm. James G. Stavridis, USN (Ret.)
Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War by Paul Scharre
Fortune Favors Boldness by Vice Adm. Barry M. Costello, USN (Ret.)
The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors: The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour by James Hornfischer
World War II at Sea: A Global History by Craig Symonds
Ashley’s War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield by Gayle T. Lemmon
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1
See initial skills training from E1-E3 section
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
QD Phone
Command Address
Number:
Mobilization UIC:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
C-WAY-REEN 18 months to EAOS/EOS: Career Waypoint not approved:
Rating Conversion: Navy Formal Training Schools Request ("A"/"C"etc):
Transfer: Separation: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Seaman to Admiral 21 (STA-21): Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP):
Naval Academy: Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):
Officer Candidate School:
Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an update. This is a
great opportunity to meet with your Mentor, Leading Petty Officer or Leading Chief Petty Officer to understand the importance of
keeping your record up-to-date. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online ([Link] is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date and
helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC (with
appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can view their OMPF online by selecting the OMPF option
on the BOL main menu page.
2. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
[Link] click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at [Link] or on the Navy
Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that each
section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how to make
corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to [Link] and click NPC command document services to review any
awards through Navy Department of Awards Web Service (NDAWS) you may qualify for but were unaware of.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to My Navy Portal
(MNP) at [Link] PRIMS can be accessed under the "Performance" tab.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
[Link] It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time" information
about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Notes on Qualifications:
Navy Retention and Career Development Tools are web-based applications designed to support and enhance Sailor
career management, retention and professional/personal development. Specifically, these tools are designed to assist in Sailor
professionalization, advancement, retention, cross rating, and transitioning. Use of these tool allows Career Counselors to
provide better guidance on education, professional growth, career requirements and opportunities to individuals in the Navy and
for Sailors to take an active role in their professional development and career management. These tools include:
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the MA-Master-At-Arms rating. They may require additional
education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
E6 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Manager (CJM)
E4 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Officer (CJO)
E4 ASIS International Associate Protection Professional (APP)
E7 ASIS International Physical Security Professional (PSP)
E7 ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
Antiterrorism Credential (ATC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Due Process Adjudicator Professional Credential
E7
(CDSE) (DPAPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E6 Physical Security Certification (PSC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Asset Protection Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SAPPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Fundamentals Professional Certification
E7
(CDSE) (SFPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Program Integration Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SPIPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
(CDSE)
Certified All Source Intelligence Professional
E5 McAfee Institute
(CASIP)
E5 McAfee Institute Certified Criminal Profiler (CCP)
Certified Organized Retail Crime Investigator
E6 McAfee Institute
(CORCI)
E6 McAfee Institute Certified Professional Criminal Investigator (CPCI)
Certified Workplace Violence and Threat
E5 McAfee Institute
Specialist (WVTS)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel
E3 Microsoft Corporation
Associate (Excel and Excel 2019)
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) IIBA Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA-AAC)
IIBA Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA-
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)
CBDA)
McAfee Institute Certified Executive Leader (CEL)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate
Microsoft Corporation
(Excel and Excel 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
2016
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
Expert (Access and Access 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Corporation
2016
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
Date
Apprenticeship
Completed
Armed Security Guard
Computer Operator
Correction Officer
Criminal Investigator
Motorboat Operator
Police Officer I (Government Service)
Working Dog Handler
Of the several tools found on MilGears, the two most common that Sailors would use are the Engage My Career Tool and the
Quick Explorer Tool.
The Engage My Career (EMC) Tool, available from the MilGears home page, analyzes your unique history to provide
customized results. The EMC Tool looks at what you've done in the military to date by guiding you through a series of questions
that collect information such as: your rating, pay grade, duty station history, training, NECs, qualifications (applicable to Mariner
careers), and civilian education or credentials. The EMC Tool then takes this information and helps you determine your best path
forward by showing you the possible occupation options you may be eligible for based on your current experience.
The Quick Explorer Tool, available from the MilGears home page, allows Service members to explore occupations without
uploading personal information.
Credentials - explore pathways related to a specific credential such as a degree, a certification, a USMAP apprenticeship
or a federal license.
Career Goals - explore pathways based on career goals through job family, industry and more.
Military Occupation - explore pathways by MOC to view ‘best-fit’ pathways based your military occupation. Pathways
include academic, industry, apprenticeship, cross-rate opportunities, and post-service employment opportunities.
Interests - answer a series of questions designed to discover your personal interests and connect them to career
pathways.
**These Navy Retention and Career Development Tools web-based applications may be available to Sailors who
change their Navy affiliation from the Navy active component to affiliation with the Navy Reserve component.**
The following post military occupations are similar to the MA-Master-At-Arms Rating. For more information about these
occupations, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
SkillBridge: The Navy's SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Sailors to gain valuable civilian work experience through
specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Sailors with
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DOD approved industry partners in real-world job experiences. For Sailors SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work
and learn in civilian career areas. For DOD approved industry partners SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the
world’s most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Sailors participating in SkillBridge receive their military
compensation and benefits, and industry partners provide the training and work experience.
Once C-Way application is approved, the Sailor should request to Reenlist or Extend with the appropriate form.
Career Waypoints-Reenlistment:
The Command Career Counselor is your local advocate to assist you with the Career Waypoints application process.
E3-E6 Sailors with less than 14 years of service must submit a Career Waypoints application, regardless of reenlistment
intentions. Sailors who do not desire to reenlist will submit an "intends to separate" application. Sailors not eligible for
reenlistment will submit a "not eligible" application.
The Career Waypoints system automatically generates most of the applications needed by Sailors. Applications must be
submitted no later than 16 months prior to expiration of active/reserve obligated service (EAOS/EOS) or as extended
(SEAOS/SEOS). Sailors with less than 24 months of contract time remaining at their projected rotation date (PRD) will
submit an application 15 months prior to their PRD. In either case, the Career Waypoints system will automatically generate
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applications for Sailors 18 months prior to either timeframe. Applications required outside of the established C-Way gates
can be submitted as Special Circumstance applications. Examples of when these may be needed include OBLISERVE for
special duty, decommissioning or homeport shift.
The C-Way 3-2-1 Process aligns career decisions with the detailing process. Soft End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service
(SEAOS/SEOS)/End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service (EAOS/EOS) applications are created by C-Way at the 18 month
from S/EAOS/EOS mark and must be submitted by the Command Career Counselor at the 16 month mark. This provides
time for the Career Counselor to validate the Sailor's information and to ascertain the Sailors career intentions. The first C-
Way review gate occurs from 16 to 13 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of in-rate, conversion, and
Selected Reserve. The second review gate occurs from 12 to 9 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of
conversion and Selected Reserve. From 8 months to 4 months to S/EAOS/EOS the Sailor can only choose Selected
Reserve affiliation.
Monthly reenlistment quotas are limited and must be reserved for our best and brightest Sailors who desire to Stay Navy.
Sailors must choose one of the following based on their desires and qualifications:
Reenlist-in-Rate,
Reenlist-in-rate, Willing to Convert
Convert only
AC to AC or TAR to TAR
RC to AC/TAR
RC to RC
AC/TAR to CIP (Intermission)
AC/TAR to Tour w/ Industry
SELRES option
Canvasser Recruiter
Intend to separate
Not eligible
In February 2014, C-Way delivered auto-approval capabilities to provide reenlistment decisions on S/EAOS/EOS applications
more quickly for eligible ratings. This changed the monthly processing of reenlistment applications as described below.
If you are in an, "open" rating or a "balanced" rating in an undermanned year group or an E6, you are eligible for
reenlistment, and your application is submitted with correct data it will be auto-approved and returned immediately, and you
can reenlist.
If you are in a "competitive" rating or a balanced rating but not an undermanned year group, then your application will be
processed through the monthly Rack and Stack process. Applications submitted in one month are processed in Rack and
Stack the following month.
For Nuclear ratings, all applications are reviewed by enlisted community managers on an ongoing basis throughout the
processing month.
If required data is missing (evaluations, Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) data, security clearance etc.) the application
will be denied with a note to your career counselor regarding what needs to be fixed. It is critical the Command Career
Counselor reviews these notes to ensure Sailors are not disadvantaged in their opportunities for retention.
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly
report section of the Career Waypoint system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1160-140, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or askmncc@[Link]
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly report
section of the Career Waypoints system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1001-260, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or askmncc@[Link]
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Medical/Dental Reverse Sponsor Obligate
SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
[Link] and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
** Various degree options are available in the Advanced Education section. **
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: JST@[Link]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website [Link]
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
E4 RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
Non-Prior Service Accession Program Navy e-Learning CNRFC-NPSAP-2 /DoN 0 23 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
[Link]
E4 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Communications Security Navy e-Learning 84870_ENG 6 hours
Fundamentals of Emergency Management FEMA IS‑230.d 6 hours
Radiological Emergency Management FEMA IS‑3 10 hours
CENSECFOR Operator Training - MK48 Machine Gun Navy e-Learning CENSECFOR‑MK48‑010‑1.0 2 hours
CENSECFOR Operator Training - M2HB Machine Gun Navy e-Learning CSF‑M2HB‑010‑3.0 2 hours
CENSECFOR Operator Training - M240 Machine Gun Navy e-Learning CSF‑M240‑10‑3.0 2 hours
Personal Firearm Safety Navy e-Learning CSF‑PFS‑010 2 hours
Training and Readiness - The Active Shooter Navy e-Learning CNIC‑TRTAS‑1.1 1 hour
Ready Navy Emergency Preparedness Navy e-Learning CNIC‑RNEP‑0001 2 hours
Coaching TIPS for (IDC) Workspace Trainer Qualification
Navy e-Learning CPPD‑IDC‑AP1A‑1.0 1 hour
Program
Individual – Managing Your Risk Navy e-Learning NSC‑ORM‑MYR‑2.0
Center for Security
and Emergency
Certified Anti-Corruption Specialist (CACS) Online 72 hours
Management
(C4SEM)
American
Certified Corrections Officer/Provisional (CCO/P) Correctional Online 2 hours
Association (ACA)
Accreditation
Commission for
Commission Accredited Traffic Accident Reconstructionist Traffic Accident Online 80 hours
Reconstruction
(ACTAR)
Eastern States
Explosive Detection (EDC) Working Dog 1 day
Association
Eastern States
Narcotic Detection (NDC) Working Dog 1 day
Association
Eastern States
Police Service Dog (PSDC) Working Dog 1 day
Association
Eastern States
Trailing Dog (TDC) Working Dog 1 day
Association
Title Completed
Visit [Link] for more information.
To Rule the Waves by Bruce Jones
A Brief Guide to Maritime Strategy by James Holmes
China as a 21st Century Naval Power by Michael. A. McDevitt
Not One Inch by Mary E. Sarotte
The Sailor’s Bookshelf: Fifty Books to Know the Sea by Adm. James G. Stavridis, USN (Ret.)
Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War by Paul Scharre
Fortune Favors Boldness by Vice Adm. Barry M. Costello, USN (Ret.)
The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors: The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour by James Hornfischer
World War II at Sea: A Global History by Craig Symonds
Ashley’s War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield by Gayle T. Lemmon
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1
See initial skills training from E1-E3 section
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The MA rating provides the Navy with security specialists who perform antiterrorism, physical security, and law enforcement
duties (force protection) on land and at sea. Due to the unique functions of the MA, strict adherence to eligibility criteria must
be maintained. MAs are the Navy’s Security Force professionals. An MA may operate a security watercraft, perform
sentry/LE/traffic duties, or supervise a K-9 asset. As an MA2, you are now expected to mentor as well as supervise and
train junior MAs in a wide range of occupational competencies. MA2s are the backbone of the Security Force, acting as
mobile supervisors, trainers and technical experts.
Mobilization UIC:
Date of Initial Entry to Military Service (DIEMS): Date of Initial Entry Reserve Forces (DIERF):
Pay Entry Base Date (PEBD):
ADSD: Report Date: EAOS/EOS: PRD: SEA / SHORE: /
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
C-WAY-REEN 18 months to EAOS/EOS: Career Waypoint not approved:
Rating Conversion: Navy Formal Training Schools Request ("A"/"C"etc):
Transfer: Separation: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Naval Academy: Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):
Officer Candidate School: Seaman to Admiral 21 (STA-21):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an update. This is a
great opportunity to meet with your Mentor, Leading Petty Officer or Leading Chief Petty Officer to understand the importance of
keeping your record up-to-date. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online ([Link] is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date and
helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC (with
appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can view their OMPF online by selecting the OMPF option
on the BOL main menu page.
2. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
[Link] click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at [Link] or on the Navy
Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that each
section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how to make
corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to [Link] and click NPC command document services to review any
awards through Navy Department of Awards Web Service (NDAWS) you may qualify for but were unaware of.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to My Navy Portal
(MNP) at [Link] PRIMS can be accessed under the "Performance" tab.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
[Link] It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time" information
about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Navy Retention and Career Development Tools are web-based applications designed to support and enhance Sailor
career management, retention and professional/personal development. Specifically, these tools are designed to assist in Sailor
professionalization, advancement, retention, cross rating, and transitioning. Use of these tool allows Career Counselors to
provide better guidance on education, professional growth, career requirements and opportunities to individuals in the Navy and
for Sailors to take an active role in their professional development and career management. These tools include:
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the MA-Master-At-Arms rating. They may require additional
education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
E6 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Manager (CJM)
E4 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Officer (CJO)
E4 ASIS International Associate Protection Professional (APP)
E7 ASIS International Physical Security Professional (PSP)
E7 ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
Antiterrorism Credential (ATC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Due Process Adjudicator Professional Credential
E7
(CDSE) (DPAPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E6 Physical Security Certification (PSC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Asset Protection Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SAPPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Fundamentals Professional Certification
E7
(CDSE) (SFPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Program Integration Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SPIPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
(CDSE)
Certified All Source Intelligence Professional
E5 McAfee Institute
(CASIP)
E5 McAfee Institute Certified Criminal Profiler (CCP)
Certified Organized Retail Crime Investigator
E6 McAfee Institute
(CORCI)
E6 McAfee Institute Certified Professional Criminal Investigator (CPCI)
Certified Workplace Violence and Threat
E5 McAfee Institute
Specialist (WVTS)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel
E3 Microsoft Corporation
Associate (Excel and Excel 2019)
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) IIBA Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA-AAC)
IIBA Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA-
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)
CBDA)
McAfee Institute Certified Executive Leader (CEL)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate
Microsoft Corporation
(Excel and Excel 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
2016
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
Expert (Access and Access 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Corporation
2016
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
Date
Apprenticeship
Completed
Armed Security Guard
Computer Operator
Correction Officer
Criminal Investigator
Motorboat Operator
Police Officer I (Government Service)
Working Dog Handler
Of the several tools found on MilGears, the two most common that Sailors would use are the Engage My Career Tool and the
Quick Explorer Tool.
The Engage My Career (EMC) Tool, available from the MilGears home page, analyzes your unique history to provide
customized results. The EMC Tool looks at what you've done in the military to date by guiding you through a series of questions
that collect information such as: your rating, pay grade, duty station history, training, NECs, qualifications (applicable to Mariner
careers), and civilian education or credentials. The EMC Tool then takes this information and helps you determine your best path
forward by showing you the possible occupation options you may be eligible for based on your current experience.
The Quick Explorer Tool, available from the MilGears home page, allows Service members to explore occupations without
uploading personal information.
Credentials - explore pathways related to a specific credential such as a degree, a certification, a USMAP apprenticeship
or a federal license.
Career Goals - explore pathways based on career goals through job family, industry and more.
Military Occupation - explore pathways by MOC to view ‘best-fit’ pathways based your military occupation. Pathways
include academic, industry, apprenticeship, cross-rate opportunities, and post-service employment opportunities.
Interests - answer a series of questions designed to discover your personal interests and connect them to career
pathways.
**These Navy Retention and Career Development Tools web-based applications may be available to Sailors who
change their Navy affiliation from the Navy active component to affiliation with the Navy Reserve component.**
The following post military occupations are similar to the MA-Master-At-Arms Rating. For more information about these
occupations, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
SkillBridge: The Navy's SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Sailors to gain valuable civilian work experience through
specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Sailors with
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DOD approved industry partners in real-world job experiences. For Sailors SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work
and learn in civilian career areas. For DOD approved industry partners SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the
world’s most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Sailors participating in SkillBridge receive their military
compensation and benefits, and industry partners provide the training and work experience.
Once C-Way application is approved, the Sailor should request to Reenlist or Extend with the appropriate form.
Career Waypoints-Reenlistment:
The Command Career Counselor is your local advocate to assist you with the Career Waypoints application process.
E3-E6 Sailors with less than 14 years of service must submit a Career Waypoints application, regardless of reenlistment
intentions. Sailors who do not desire to reenlist will submit an "intends to separate" application. Sailors not eligible for
reenlistment will submit a "not eligible" application.
The Career Waypoints system automatically generates most of the applications needed by Sailors. Applications must be
submitted no later than 16 months prior to expiration of active/reserve obligated service (EAOS/EOS) or as extended
(SEAOS/SEOS). Sailors with less than 24 months of contract time remaining at their projected rotation date (PRD) will
submit an application 15 months prior to their PRD. In either case, the Career Waypoints system will automatically generate
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applications for Sailors 18 months prior to either timeframe. Applications required outside of the established C-Way gates
can be submitted as Special Circumstance applications. Examples of when these may be needed include OBLISERVE for
special duty, decommissioning or homeport shift.
The C-Way 3-2-1 Process aligns career decisions with the detailing process. Soft End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service
(SEAOS/SEOS)/End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service (EAOS/EOS) applications are created by C-Way at the 18 month
from S/EAOS/EOS mark and must be submitted by the Command Career Counselor at the 16 month mark. This provides
time for the Career Counselor to validate the Sailor's information and to ascertain the Sailors career intentions. The first C-
Way review gate occurs from 16 to 13 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of in-rate, conversion, and
Selected Reserve. The second review gate occurs from 12 to 9 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of
conversion and Selected Reserve. From 8 months to 4 months to S/EAOS/EOS the Sailor can only choose Selected
Reserve affiliation.
Monthly reenlistment quotas are limited and must be reserved for our best and brightest Sailors who desire to Stay Navy.
Sailors must choose one of the following based on their desires and qualifications:
Reenlist-in-Rate,
Reenlist-in-rate, Willing to Convert
Convert only
AC to AC or TAR to TAR
RC to AC/TAR
RC to RC
AC/TAR to CIP (Intermission)
AC/TAR to Tour w/ Industry
SELRES option
Canvasser Recruiter
Intend to separate
Not eligible
In February 2014, C-Way delivered auto-approval capabilities to provide reenlistment decisions on S/EAOS/EOS applications
more quickly for eligible ratings. This changed the monthly processing of reenlistment applications as described below.
If you are in an, "open" rating or a "balanced" rating in an undermanned year group or an E6, you are eligible for
reenlistment, and your application is submitted with correct data it will be auto-approved and returned immediately, and you
can reenlist.
If you are in a "competitive" rating or a balanced rating but not an undermanned year group, then your application will be
processed through the monthly Rack and Stack process. Applications submitted in one month are processed in Rack and
Stack the following month.
For Nuclear ratings, all applications are reviewed by enlisted community managers on an ongoing basis throughout the
processing month.
If required data is missing (evaluations, Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) data, security clearance etc.) the application
will be denied with a note to your career counselor regarding what needs to be fixed. It is critical the Command Career
Counselor reviews these notes to ensure Sailors are not disadvantaged in their opportunities for retention.
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly
report section of the Career Waypoint system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1160-140, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or askmncc@[Link]
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly report
section of the Career Waypoints system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1001-260, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or askmncc@[Link]
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Medical/Dental Reverse Sponsor Obligate
SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
[Link] and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: JST@[Link]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website [Link]
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
E5 RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
[Link]
Title Completed
Visit [Link] for more information.
To Rule the Waves by Bruce Jones
A Brief Guide to Maritime Strategy by James Holmes
China as a 21st Century Naval Power by Michael. A. McDevitt
Not One Inch by Mary E. Sarotte
The Sailor’s Bookshelf: Fifty Books to Know the Sea by Adm. James G. Stavridis, USN (Ret.)
Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War by Paul Scharre
Fortune Favors Boldness by Vice Adm. Barry M. Costello, USN (Ret.)
The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors: The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour by James Hornfischer
World War II at Sea: A Global History by Craig Symonds
Ashley’s War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield by Gayle T. Lemmon
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1
See initial skills training from E1-E3 section
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The MA rating provides the Navy with security specialists who perform antiterrorism, physical security, and law enforcement
duties (force protection) on land and at sea. Due to the unique functions of the MA, strict adherence to eligibility criteria must
be maintained. MAs are the Navy’s Security Force professionals. An MA may operate a security watercraft, perform
sentry/LE/traffic duties, or supervise a K-9 asset. As an MA1, you are now expected to lead, mentor and train junior MAs,
while being relied upon as the Subject Matter Expert in a wide range of occupational competencies.
Mobilization UIC:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
C-WAY-REEN 18 months to EAOS/EOS: Career Waypoint not approved:
Rating Conversion: Navy Formal Training Schools Request ("A"/"C"etc):
Transfer: Separation: Fleet Reserve Retirement Options:
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Naval Academy: Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):
Limited Duty Officer:
Officer Candidate School: Seaman to Admiral 21 (STA-21):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
Step 1 - Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an
update. This should be accomplished every six months after promotion to Second Class. However, it is imperative that
this is accomplished six months prior to a selection board. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official
Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online ([Link] is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date
and helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC
(with appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can now view their OMPF online by selecting the
OMPF option on the BOL main menu page.
2. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
[Link] click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at ([Link] or on the
Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that
each section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how
to make corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to [Link] and click NPC command document services to
review any awards through Navy Department of Awards Web Service (NDAWS) you may qualify for but were
unaware of.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to My Navy Portal
(MNP) at [Link] PRIMS can be accessed under the "Performance" tab.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
[Link] It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time"
information about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
NOTE: It is highly recommended that if corrections or updates are made, review your OMPF to confirm
changes.
Step 4 - Review qualifications that your rating values or requires for advancement and create a plan to earn these
important pieces in the professional growth and advancement puzzle. Read the applicable NAVADMIN for additional
dates and information, and review previous selection board precepts.
Step 5 - Prepare for the next CPO Advancement Exam cycle in January for Active Duty & February for Reserves as
soon as the Bibliography References are posted six months prior in July. Use the Navy Advancement Center info and
website listed above in the advancement section.
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Navy Retention and Career Development Tools are web-based applications designed to support and enhance Sailor
career management, retention and professional/personal development. Specifically, these tools are designed to assist in Sailor
professionalization, advancement, retention, cross rating, and transitioning. Use of these tool allows Career Counselors to
provide better guidance on education, professional growth, career requirements and opportunities to individuals in the Navy and
for Sailors to take an active role in their professional development and career management. These tools include:
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the MA-Master-At-Arms rating. They may require additional
education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
E6 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Manager (CJM)
E4 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Officer (CJO)
E4 ASIS International Associate Protection Professional (APP)
E7 ASIS International Physical Security Professional (PSP)
E7 ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
Antiterrorism Credential (ATC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Due Process Adjudicator Professional Credential
E7
(CDSE) (DPAPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E6 Physical Security Certification (PSC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Asset Protection Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SAPPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Fundamentals Professional Certification
E7
(CDSE) (SFPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Program Integration Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SPIPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
(CDSE)
Certified All Source Intelligence Professional
E5 McAfee Institute
(CASIP)
E5 McAfee Institute Certified Criminal Profiler (CCP)
Certified Organized Retail Crime Investigator
E6 McAfee Institute
(CORCI)
E6 McAfee Institute Certified Professional Criminal Investigator (CPCI)
Certified Workplace Violence and Threat
E5 McAfee Institute
Specialist (WVTS)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel
E3 Microsoft Corporation
Associate (Excel and Excel 2019)
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) IIBA Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA-AAC)
IIBA Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA-
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)
CBDA)
McAfee Institute Certified Executive Leader (CEL)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate
Microsoft Corporation
(Excel and Excel 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
2016
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
Expert (Access and Access 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Corporation
2016
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
Date
Apprenticeship
Completed
Armed Security Guard
Computer Operator
Correction Officer
Criminal Investigator
Motorboat Operator
Police Officer I (Government Service)
Working Dog Handler
Of the several tools found on MilGears, the two most common that Sailors would use are the Engage My Career Tool and the
Quick Explorer Tool.
The Engage My Career (EMC) Tool, available from the MilGears home page, analyzes your unique history to provide
customized results. The EMC Tool looks at what you've done in the military to date by guiding you through a series of questions
that collect information such as: your rating, pay grade, duty station history, training, NECs, qualifications (applicable to Mariner
careers), and civilian education or credentials. The EMC Tool then takes this information and helps you determine your best path
forward by showing you the possible occupation options you may be eligible for based on your current experience.
The Quick Explorer Tool, available from the MilGears home page, allows Service members to explore occupations without
uploading personal information.
Credentials - explore pathways related to a specific credential such as a degree, a certification, a USMAP apprenticeship
or a federal license.
Career Goals - explore pathways based on career goals through job family, industry and more.
Military Occupation - explore pathways by MOC to view ‘best-fit’ pathways based your military occupation. Pathways
include academic, industry, apprenticeship, cross-rate opportunities, and post-service employment opportunities.
Interests - answer a series of questions designed to discover your personal interests and connect them to career
pathways.
**These Navy Retention and Career Development Tools web-based applications may be available to Sailors who
change their Navy affiliation from the Navy active component to affiliation with the Navy Reserve component.**
The following post military occupations are similar to the MA-Master-At-Arms Rating. For more information about these
occupations, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
SkillBridge: The Navy's SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Sailors to gain valuable civilian work experience through
specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Sailors with
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DOD approved industry partners in real-world job experiences. For Sailors SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work
and learn in civilian career areas. For DOD approved industry partners SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the
world’s most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Sailors participating in SkillBridge receive their military
compensation and benefits, and industry partners provide the training and work experience.
Once C-Way application is approved, the Sailor should request to Reenlist or Extend with the appropriate form.
Career Waypoints-Reenlistment:
The Command Career Counselor is your local advocate to assist you with the Career Waypoints application process.
E3-E6 Sailors with less than 14 years of service must submit a Career Waypoints application, regardless of reenlistment
intentions. Sailors who do not desire to reenlist will submit an "intends to separate" application. Sailors not eligible for
reenlistment will submit a "not eligible" application.
The Career Waypoints system automatically generates most of the applications needed by Sailors. Applications must be
submitted no later than 16 months prior to expiration of active/reserve obligated service (EAOS/EOS) or as extended
(SEAOS/SEOS). Sailors with less than 24 months of contract time remaining at their projected rotation date (PRD) will
submit an application 15 months prior to their PRD. In either case, the Career Waypoints system will automatically generate
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applications for Sailors 18 months prior to either timeframe. Applications required outside of the established C-Way gates
can be submitted as Special Circumstance applications. Examples of when these may be needed include OBLISERVE for
special duty, decommissioning or homeport shift.
The C-Way 3-2-1 Process aligns career decisions with the detailing process. Soft End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service
(SEAOS/SEOS)/End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service (EAOS/EOS) applications are created by C-Way at the 18 month
from S/EAOS/EOS mark and must be submitted by the Command Career Counselor at the 16 month mark. This provides
time for the Career Counselor to validate the Sailor's information and to ascertain the Sailors career intentions. The first C-
Way review gate occurs from 16 to 13 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of in-rate, conversion, and
Selected Reserve. The second review gate occurs from 12 to 9 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of
conversion and Selected Reserve. From 8 months to 4 months to S/EAOS/EOS the Sailor can only choose Selected
Reserve affiliation.
Monthly reenlistment quotas are limited and must be reserved for our best and brightest Sailors who desire to Stay Navy.
Sailors must choose one of the following based on their desires and qualifications:
Reenlist-in-Rate,
Reenlist-in-rate, Willing to Convert
Convert only
AC to AC or TAR to TAR
RC to AC/TAR
RC to RC
AC/TAR to CIP (Intermission)
AC/TAR to Tour w/ Industry
SELRES option
Canvasser Recruiter
Intend to separate
Not eligible
In February 2014, C-Way delivered auto-approval capabilities to provide reenlistment decisions on S/EAOS/EOS applications
more quickly for eligible ratings. This changed the monthly processing of reenlistment applications as described below.
If you are in an, "open" rating or a "balanced" rating in an undermanned year group or an E6, you are eligible for
reenlistment, and your application is submitted with correct data it will be auto-approved and returned immediately, and you
can reenlist.
If you are in a "competitive" rating or a balanced rating but not an undermanned year group, then your application will be
processed through the monthly Rack and Stack process. Applications submitted in one month are processed in Rack and
Stack the following month.
For Nuclear ratings, all applications are reviewed by enlisted community managers on an ongoing basis throughout the
processing month.
If required data is missing (evaluations, Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) data, security clearance etc.) the application
will be denied with a note to your career counselor regarding what needs to be fixed. It is critical the Command Career
Counselor reviews these notes to ensure Sailors are not disadvantaged in their opportunities for retention.
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly
report section of the Career Waypoint system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1160-140, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or askmncc@[Link]
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly report
section of the Career Waypoints system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1001-260, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or askmncc@[Link]
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Medical/Dental Reverse Sponsor Obligate
SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
[Link] and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
** Various degree options are available in the Advanced Education section. **
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: JST@[Link]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website [Link]
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
E6 RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
[Link]
Title Completed
Visit [Link] for more information.
To Rule the Waves by Bruce Jones
A Brief Guide to Maritime Strategy by James Holmes
China as a 21st Century Naval Power by Michael. A. McDevitt
Not One Inch by Mary E. Sarotte
The Sailor’s Bookshelf: Fifty Books to Know the Sea by Adm. James G. Stavridis, USN (Ret.)
Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War by Paul Scharre
Fortune Favors Boldness by Vice Adm. Barry M. Costello, USN (Ret.)
The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors: The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour by James Hornfischer
World War II at Sea: A Global History by Craig Symonds
Ashley’s War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield by Gayle T. Lemmon
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
See initial skills training from E1-E3 section 1
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The MA rating provides the Navy with security specialists who perform antiterrorism, physical security, and law enforcement
duties (force protection) on land and at sea. Due to the unique functions of the MA, strict adherence to eligibility criteria must
be maintained. MAs are the Navy’s Security Force professionals. An MA may operate a security watercraft, perform
sentry/LE/traffic duties, or supervise a K-9 asset. As an MAC, you will be called upon to run and manage entire programs,
and mentor and lead entire divisions and departments.
Mobilization UIC:
Naval Reserve Activity:
Date of Initial Entry to Military Service (DIEMS): Date of Initial Entry Reserve Forces (DIERF):
Pay Entry Base Date (PEBD):
ADSD: Report Date: EAOS/EOS: PRD: SEA / SHORE: /
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
Transfer: Separation: Fleet Reserve Retirement Options:
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
Officer Candidate School: Limited Duty Officer: Chief Warrant Officer:
Step 1 - Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an
update. This should be accomplished every six months after promotion to Second Class. However, it is imperative that
this is accomplished six months prior to a selection board. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official
Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online ([Link] is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date
and helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC
(with appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can now view their OMPF online by selecting the
OMPF option on the BOL main menu page.
2. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
[Link] click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at ([Link] or on the
Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that
each section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how
to make corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to [Link] and click NPC command document services to
review any awards through Navy Department of Awards Web Service (NDAWS) you may qualify for but were
unaware of.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to My Navy Portal
(MNP) at [Link] PRIMS can be accessed under the "Performance" tab.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
[Link] It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time"
information about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
NOTE: It is highly recommended that if corrections or updates are made, review your OMPF to confirm
changes.
Step 4 - Review qualifications that your rating values or requires for advancement and create a plan to earn these
important pieces in the professional growth and advancement puzzle. Read the applicable NAVADMIN for additional
dates and information, and review previous selection board precepts.
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Navy Retention and Career Development Tools are web-based applications designed to support and enhance Sailor
career management, retention and professional/personal development. Specifically, these tools are designed to assist in Sailor
professionalization, advancement, retention, cross rating, and transitioning. Use of these tool allows Career Counselors to
provide better guidance on education, professional growth, career requirements and opportunities to individuals in the Navy and
for Sailors to take an active role in their professional development and career management. These tools include:
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the MA-Master-At-Arms rating. They may require additional
education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
E6 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Manager (CJM)
E4 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Officer (CJO)
E4 ASIS International Associate Protection Professional (APP)
E7 ASIS International Physical Security Professional (PSP)
E7 ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
Antiterrorism Credential (ATC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Due Process Adjudicator Professional Credential
E7
(CDSE) (DPAPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E6 Physical Security Certification (PSC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Asset Protection Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SAPPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Fundamentals Professional Certification
E7
(CDSE) (SFPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Program Integration Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SPIPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
(CDSE)
Certified All Source Intelligence Professional
E5 McAfee Institute
(CASIP)
E5 McAfee Institute Certified Criminal Profiler (CCP)
Certified Organized Retail Crime Investigator
E6 McAfee Institute
(CORCI)
E6 McAfee Institute Certified Professional Criminal Investigator (CPCI)
Certified Workplace Violence and Threat
E5 McAfee Institute
Specialist (WVTS)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel
E3 Microsoft Corporation
Associate (Excel and Excel 2019)
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) IIBA Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA-AAC)
IIBA Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA-
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)
CBDA)
McAfee Institute Certified Executive Leader (CEL)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate
Microsoft Corporation
(Excel and Excel 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
2016
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
Expert (Access and Access 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Corporation
2016
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
Date
Apprenticeship
Completed
Armed Security Guard
Computer Operator
Correction Officer
Criminal Investigator
Motorboat Operator
Police Officer I (Government Service)
Working Dog Handler
Of the several tools found on MilGears, the two most common that Sailors would use are the Engage My Career Tool and the
Quick Explorer Tool.
The Engage My Career (EMC) Tool, available from the MilGears home page, analyzes your unique history to provide
customized results. The EMC Tool looks at what you've done in the military to date by guiding you through a series of questions
that collect information such as: your rating, pay grade, duty station history, training, NECs, qualifications (applicable to Mariner
careers), and civilian education or credentials. The EMC Tool then takes this information and helps you determine your best path
forward by showing you the possible occupation options you may be eligible for based on your current experience.
The Quick Explorer Tool, available from the MilGears home page, allows Service members to explore occupations without
uploading personal information.
Credentials - explore pathways related to a specific credential such as a degree, a certification, a USMAP apprenticeship
or a federal license.
Career Goals - explore pathways based on career goals through job family, industry and more.
Military Occupation - explore pathways by MOC to view ‘best-fit’ pathways based your military occupation. Pathways
include academic, industry, apprenticeship, cross-rate opportunities, and post-service employment opportunities.
Interests - answer a series of questions designed to discover your personal interests and connect them to career
pathways.
**These Navy Retention and Career Development Tools web-based applications may be available to Sailors who
change their Navy affiliation from the Navy active component to affiliation with the Navy Reserve component.**
The following post military occupations are similar to the MA-Master-At-Arms Rating. For more information about these
occupations, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
SkillBridge: The Navy's SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Sailors to gain valuable civilian work experience through
specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Sailors with
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DOD approved industry partners in real-world job experiences. For Sailors SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work
and learn in civilian career areas. For DOD approved industry partners SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the
world’s most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Sailors participating in SkillBridge receive their military
compensation and benefits, and industry partners provide the training and work experience.
AC/TAR TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Eval Reverse Sponsor Obligate
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
[Link] and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your My Navy Portal Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Forearm Plank / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: [Link]
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: JST@[Link]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website [Link]
Title Completed
Visit [Link] for more information.
To Rule the Waves by Bruce Jones
A Brief Guide to Maritime Strategy by James Holmes
China as a 21st Century Naval Power by Michael. A. McDevitt
Not One Inch by Mary E. Sarotte
The Sailor’s Bookshelf: Fifty Books to Know the Sea by Adm. James G. Stavridis, USN (Ret.)
Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War by Paul Scharre
Fortune Favors Boldness by Vice Adm. Barry M. Costello, USN (Ret.)
The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors: The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour by James Hornfischer
World War II at Sea: A Global History by Craig Symonds
Ashley’s War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield by Gayle T. Lemmon
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
See initial skills training from E1-E3 section 1
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
Mobilization UIC:
Date of Initial Entry to Military Service (DIEMS): Date of Initial Entry Reserve Forces (DIERF):
Pay Entry Base Date (PEBD):
ADSD: Report Date: EAOS/EOS: PRD: SEA / SHORE: /
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
Transfer: Separation: Fleet Reserve Retirement Options:
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
Officer Candidate School: Limited Duty Officer: Chief Warrant Officer:
Step 1 - Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an
update. This should be accomplished every six months after promotion to Second Class. However, it is imperative that
this is accomplished six months prior to a selection board. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official
Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online ([Link] is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date
and helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC
(with appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can now view their OMPF online by selecting the
OMPF option on the BOL main menu page.
2. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
[Link] click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at ([Link] or on the
Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that
each section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how
to make corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to [Link] and click NPC command document services to
review any awards through Navy Department of Awards Web Service (NDAWS) you may qualify for but were
unaware of.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to My Navy Portal
(MNP) at [Link] PRIMS can be accessed under the "Performance" tab.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
[Link] It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time"
information about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
NOTE: It is highly recommended that if corrections or updates are made, review your OMPF to confirm
changes.
Step 4 - Review qualifications that your rating values or requires for advancement and create a plan to earn these
important pieces in the professional growth and advancement puzzle. Read the applicable NAVADMIN for additional
dates and information, and review previous selection board precepts.
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Notes on Qualifications:
Navy Retention and Career Development Tools are web-based applications designed to support and enhance Sailor
career management, retention and professional/personal development. Specifically, these tools are designed to assist in Sailor
professionalization, advancement, retention, cross rating, and transitioning. Use of these tool allows Career Counselors to
provide better guidance on education, professional growth, career requirements and opportunities to individuals in the Navy and
for Sailors to take an active role in their professional development and career management. These tools include:
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the MA-Master-At-Arms rating. They may require additional
education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
E6 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Manager (CJM)
E4 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Officer (CJO)
E4 ASIS International Associate Protection Professional (APP)
E7 ASIS International Physical Security Professional (PSP)
E7 ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
Antiterrorism Credential (ATC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Due Process Adjudicator Professional Credential
E7
(CDSE) (DPAPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E6 Physical Security Certification (PSC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Asset Protection Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SAPPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Fundamentals Professional Certification
E7
(CDSE) (SFPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Program Integration Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SPIPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
(CDSE)
Certified All Source Intelligence Professional
E5 McAfee Institute
(CASIP)
E5 McAfee Institute Certified Criminal Profiler (CCP)
Certified Organized Retail Crime Investigator
E6 McAfee Institute
(CORCI)
E6 McAfee Institute Certified Professional Criminal Investigator (CPCI)
Certified Workplace Violence and Threat
E5 McAfee Institute
Specialist (WVTS)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel
E3 Microsoft Corporation
Associate (Excel and Excel 2019)
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) IIBA Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA-AAC)
IIBA Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA-
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)
CBDA)
McAfee Institute Certified Executive Leader (CEL)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate
Microsoft Corporation
(Excel and Excel 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
2016
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
Expert (Access and Access 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Corporation
2016
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
Date
Apprenticeship
Completed
Armed Security Guard
Computer Operator
Correction Officer
Criminal Investigator
Motorboat Operator
Police Officer I (Government Service)
Working Dog Handler
Of the several tools found on MilGears, the two most common that Sailors would use are the Engage My Career Tool and the
Quick Explorer Tool.
The Engage My Career (EMC) Tool, available from the MilGears home page, analyzes your unique history to provide
customized results. The EMC Tool looks at what you've done in the military to date by guiding you through a series of questions
that collect information such as: your rating, pay grade, duty station history, training, NECs, qualifications (applicable to Mariner
careers), and civilian education or credentials. The EMC Tool then takes this information and helps you determine your best path
forward by showing you the possible occupation options you may be eligible for based on your current experience.
The Quick Explorer Tool, available from the MilGears home page, allows Service members to explore occupations without
uploading personal information.
Credentials - explore pathways related to a specific credential such as a degree, a certification, a USMAP apprenticeship
or a federal license.
Career Goals - explore pathways based on career goals through job family, industry and more.
Military Occupation - explore pathways by MOC to view ‘best-fit’ pathways based your military occupation. Pathways
include academic, industry, apprenticeship, cross-rate opportunities, and post-service employment opportunities.
Interests - answer a series of questions designed to discover your personal interests and connect them to career
pathways.
**These Navy Retention and Career Development Tools web-based applications may be available to Sailors who
change their Navy affiliation from the Navy active component to affiliation with the Navy Reserve component.**
The following post military occupations are similar to the MA-Master-At-Arms Rating. For more information about these
occupations, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
SkillBridge: The Navy's SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Sailors to gain valuable civilian work experience through
specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Sailors with
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DOD approved industry partners in real-world job experiences. For Sailors SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work
and learn in civilian career areas. For DOD approved industry partners SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the
world’s most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Sailors participating in SkillBridge receive their military
compensation and benefits, and industry partners provide the training and work experience.
AC/TAR TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Eval Reverse Sponsor Obligate
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
[Link] and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your My Navy Portal Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Forearm Plank / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: [Link]
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
** Various degree options are available in the Advanced Education section. **
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: JST@[Link]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website [Link]
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
SCPO RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
NRPDC New
Navy Reserve Unit Management (E7-E9) R-7A-0031 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Senior Enlisted Management (E7-E9) R-551-0001 12 days
Orleans
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Naval Reserve Center Commanding Officer (E7-E9) Navy e-Learning CNRFC-COOIC-1.0 /DoN 8 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
[Link]
Title Completed
Visit [Link] for more information.
To Rule the Waves by Bruce Jones
A Brief Guide to Maritime Strategy by James Holmes
China as a 21st Century Naval Power by Michael. A. McDevitt
Not One Inch by Mary E. Sarotte
The Sailor’s Bookshelf: Fifty Books to Know the Sea by Adm. James G. Stavridis, USN (Ret.)
Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War by Paul Scharre
Fortune Favors Boldness by Vice Adm. Barry M. Costello, USN (Ret.)
The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors: The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour by James Hornfischer
World War II at Sea: A Global History by Craig Symonds
Ashley’s War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield by Gayle T. Lemmon
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1
See initial skills training from E1-E3 section
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
P12A - Criminal Investigation Division Special Agent Course 1 Fort Leonardwood, MO A‑830‑0002 108 days
1 CSFE - NCTC Gulfport,
804G - Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) A‑830‑0030 26 days
MS
52 weeks
Awarded after
completion of
one year of
775B - Expeditionary - Maritime Security 1 Various OJT
familiarization
with Maritime
Expeditionary
Security
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
QD Phone
Command Address Number:
Mobilization UIC:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
Transfer: Separation: Fleet Reserve Retirement Options:
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
Officer Candidate School: Limited Duty Officer: Chief Warrant Officer:
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Notes on Qualifications:
Navy Retention and Career Development Tools are web-based applications designed to support and enhance Sailor
career management, retention and professional/personal development. Specifically, these tools are designed to assist in Sailor
professionalization, advancement, retention, cross rating, and transitioning. Use of these tool allows Career Counselors to
provide better guidance on education, professional growth, career requirements and opportunities to individuals in the Navy and
for Sailors to take an active role in their professional development and career management. These tools include:
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the MA-Master-At-Arms rating. They may require additional
education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
E6 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Manager (CJM)
E4 American Jail Association (AJA) Certified Jail Officer (CJO)
E4 ASIS International Associate Protection Professional (APP)
E7 ASIS International Physical Security Professional (PSP)
E7 ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
Antiterrorism Credential (ATC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Due Process Adjudicator Professional Credential
E7
(CDSE) (DPAPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E6 Physical Security Certification (PSC)
(CDSE)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Asset Protection Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SAPPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Fundamentals Professional Certification
E7
(CDSE) (SFPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence Security Program Integration Professional
E7
(CDSE) Certification (SPIPC)
Center for Development of Security Excellence
E7 Special Program Security Certification (SPSC)
(CDSE)
Certified All Source Intelligence Professional
E5 McAfee Institute
(CASIP)
E5 McAfee Institute Certified Criminal Profiler (CCP)
Certified Organized Retail Crime Investigator
E6 McAfee Institute
(CORCI)
E6 McAfee Institute Certified Professional Criminal Investigator (CPCI)
Certified Workplace Violence and Threat
E5 McAfee Institute
Specialist (WVTS)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel
E3 Microsoft Corporation
Associate (Excel and Excel 2019)
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) IIBA Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA-AAC)
IIBA Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA-
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)
CBDA)
McAfee Institute Certified Executive Leader (CEL)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate
Microsoft Corporation
(Excel and Excel 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
2016
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access
Microsoft Corporation
Expert (Access and Access 2019)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Corporation
2016
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
Date
Apprenticeship
Completed
Armed Security Guard
Computer Operator
Correction Officer
Criminal Investigator
Motorboat Operator
Police Officer I (Government Service)
Working Dog Handler
Of the several tools found on MilGears, the two most common that Sailors would use are the Engage My Career Tool and the
Quick Explorer Tool.
The Engage My Career (EMC) Tool, available from the MilGears home page, analyzes your unique history to provide
customized results. The EMC Tool looks at what you've done in the military to date by guiding you through a series of questions
that collect information such as: your rating, pay grade, duty station history, training, NECs, qualifications (applicable to Mariner
careers), and civilian education or credentials. The EMC Tool then takes this information and helps you determine your best path
forward by showing you the possible occupation options you may be eligible for based on your current experience.
The Quick Explorer Tool, available from the MilGears home page, allows Service members to explore occupations without
uploading personal information.
Credentials - explore pathways related to a specific credential such as a degree, a certification, a USMAP apprenticeship
or a federal license.
Career Goals - explore pathways based on career goals through job family, industry and more.
Military Occupation - explore pathways by MOC to view ‘best-fit’ pathways based your military occupation. Pathways
include academic, industry, apprenticeship, cross-rate opportunities, and post-service employment opportunities.
Interests - answer a series of questions designed to discover your personal interests and connect them to career
pathways.
**These Navy Retention and Career Development Tools web-based applications may be available to Sailors who
change their Navy affiliation from the Navy active component to affiliation with the Navy Reserve component.**
The following post military occupations are similar to the MA-Master-At-Arms Rating. For more information about these
occupations, visit NAVY COOL at [Link]
SkillBridge: The Navy's SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Sailors to gain valuable civilian work experience through
specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Sailors with
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DOD approved industry partners in real-world job experiences. For Sailors SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work
and learn in civilian career areas. For DOD approved industry partners SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the
world’s most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Sailors participating in SkillBridge receive their military
compensation and benefits, and industry partners provide the training and work experience.
AC/TAR TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Eval Reverse Sponsor Obligate
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
[Link] and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your My Navy Portal Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Forearm Plank / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: [Link]
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
** Various degree options are available in the Advanced Education section. **
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: JST@[Link]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website [Link]
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
MCPO RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
NRPDC New
Navy Reserve Unit Management (E7-E9) R-7A-0031 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Senior Enlisted Management (E7-E9) R-551-0001 12 days
Orleans
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Naval Reserve Center Commanding Officer (E7-E9) Navy e-Learning CNRFC-COOIC-1.0 /DoN 8 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
[Link]
MCPO RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
2.75
How to be an Exercise Evaluator FEMA IS‑130.A
hours
Introduction To The National Infrastructure Protection Plan FEMA IS‑860 2 hours
Antiterrorism Planning Navy e-Learning CSF‑ATP‑010‑3.0
Personal Firearm Safety Navy e-Learning CSF‑PFS‑010 2 hours
Shore Installation Management Navy e-Learning CNET9272 3 hours
Emergency Management (EM) Governing Documents Navy e-Learning CNIC‑EMGD‑1.0 2 hours
Training and Readiness - The Active Shooter Navy e-Learning CNIC‑TRTAS‑1.1 1 hour
Ready Navy Emergency Preparedness Navy e-Learning CNIC‑RNEP‑0001 2 hours
Assistant - Leading Risk Management Integration Navy e-Learning CPPD‑ORM‑LRMI‑1.0 1 hour
Operational Stress Control - Senior Enlisted Navy e-Learning CPPD‑OSC‑SE‑1.0 2 hours
Naval Explosives Safety Managers/Supervisors Orientation
Navy e-Learning NOSSA‑NESMSO‑AMMO49‑2.0 3 hours
AMMO-49
Project
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Management Online 24 hours
Institute (PMI)
Center for Security
and Emergency
Certified Chief Security Officer (CCSO) Online 192 hours
Management
(C4SEM)
Association of
Certified Fraud Examiner Certified Fraud Online 5 days
Examiners
International
Association of
Certified Law Enforcement Analyst (CLEA) Online 2 hours
Crime Analysts
(IACA)
Institute of Certified
Certified Manager (CM) Professional Online 5 days
Managers (ICPM)
Project
Project Management Professional (PMP) Management Online 2 hours
Institute (PMI)
Title Completed
Visit [Link] for more information.
To Rule the Waves by Bruce Jones
A Brief Guide to Maritime Strategy by James Holmes
China as a 21st Century Naval Power by Michael. A. McDevitt
Not One Inch by Mary E. Sarotte
The Sailor’s Bookshelf: Fifty Books to Know the Sea by Adm. James G. Stavridis, USN (Ret.)
Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War by Paul Scharre
Fortune Favors Boldness by Vice Adm. Barry M. Costello, USN (Ret.)
The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors: The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour by James Hornfischer
World War II at Sea: A Global History by Craig Symonds
Ashley’s War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield by Gayle T. Lemmon
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck
Note: Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment contact the Navy College Virtual
Education Center (NCVEC) or visit your Overseas Navy College Office.
You must complete the Tuition Assistance Training before your first course will be approved.
You already have. All your training up to this point is part of your Master-At-Arms Roadmap. Now that you have made the first
steps you will need to sit down and formulate a plan. This plan will work best if you start out discussing your options with your
Leading Chief Petty Officer, Leading Petty Officer, Mentor, or Career Counselor. They will help you understand all of the basics.
Then your next step is to contact the Navy College Virtual Education Center or visit your Overseas Navy College Office. Then
your counselors will be able to help you formalize your plan and make sure that it makes sense for both you and the Navy. To aid
you in your conversation with these professionals, here are a few questions that you may want to ask.
What credits do you have? What non-college courses have you taken? Where do you want to go? What field of study, or what
kind of degree? What program will help me get there: Traditional or Online? What are my next steps: Transfer credits, take
exams, have experience evaluated, or sign up for new courses?
Vocational Certificates
Vocational Certificates are available from most community colleges. Most of your military training can be counted toward their
degree programs, but they will still require residency credits and approximately 40-75 credit hours. These certificates can be as
valuable as the apprenticeship program in the civilian work force.
ELD describes all aspects of enlisted leadership skills training, character development, decision
making, self-awareness and ethics. It occurs when a member participates in leader development
activities, formal education, reading or viewing leadership-related material, discussing leadership
issues, observing leaders in action, and performing as a leader. Effective leader development
includes both formal training and self-directed study and reflection. Navy leaders progress along the
general paths shown in the graphic below. Our Navy will produce leaders and teams who learn
rapidly, make high-quality decisions, and control the high end of maritime conflict.
For more information, see the NETC Enlisted Leadership Development page: [Link]
SAMPLE SCHEDULES
Foundational Leader Development (E-3/4)
Day 1: HONOR Day 2: COURAGE Day 3: COMMITMENT
Welcome and Introduction 2.0 Start-up 3.0 Start-up
Know Your Role Managing Self Build Winning Teams
1.1 RA&A 2.1 Behavioral Ethics and Decision-making 3.1 Climate of Inclusion
1.2 Ethics Foundation 2.2 Destructive Behaviors and Moral Courage 3.2 Heritage Brief
Lunch Lunch 3.3 Putting It All Together
Know Yourself 2.3 Navigating Stress and Building Toughness 3.4 Wrap-up
1.3 Self-awareness Primer22 Leading Others
1.4 Self-awareness 2.4 Operationalizing Leader Development
1.5 Wrap-up 2.5 Communication and Feedback
2.6 Wrap-up
The Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) provides a comprehensive suite of certifications to help individuals prepare for diverse roles within the security domain. These certifications include the Adjudicator Professional Certification (APC) for handling personnel security investigations, the Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC) for supervising security in industrial environments, and the Security Program Integration Professional Certification (SPIPC) which focuses on integrating security roles across programs . Such offerings ensure that individuals gain specialized knowledge for addressing the multifaceted challenges in security management, indicating thorough preparation for diverse security roles .
Certification from the McAfee Institute is significant as it provides specialized credentials in various areas crucial for intelligence and cyber operations. Their certifications cover areas such as all-source intelligence, organized retail crime investigation, workplace violence threat analysis, and criminal profiling. For example, the Certified All Source Intelligence Professional (CASIP) credential exemplifies comprehensive training in integrating intelligence from multiple sources, while the Certified Professional Criminal Investigator (CPCI) focuses on developing robust investigation skills . These certifications are valuable in enhancing expertise in rapidly evolving fields of security and intelligence, contributing to operational effectiveness and strategic advantage .
The career development system for Master-at-Arms (MA) supports their advancement and readiness for broader military roles through a combination of mentorship, specialized training, and challenging assignments. The system encourages MAs to engage in sessions such as Career Development Boards that utilize OPNAVINST 1040.11(ser) to guide career progression and decision-making . Opportunities for earning warfare qualifications and taking on leadership roles in diverse settings further broaden their military acumen. Additionally, continuous professional education and exposure to various military functions facilitate their preparedness for broader responsibilities, ensuring they are equipped to handle diverse roles in military operations .
ASIS International offers several relevant certifications for someone pursuing a career in physical security and investigation. These include the Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification, which focuses on physical security assessments, application, design, and integration of physical security systems . Additionally, the Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) certification specializes in the areas of investigations, including managing case loads and interviewing techniques .
To ensure the accuracy and comprehensiveness of an individual's military service record prior to a promotion board, several mechanisms are in place. Key resources include the BUPERS Online for accessing and updating the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF), the Electronic Service Record (ESR) for self-service updates, and the Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ) for reviewing training records . Personnel are advised to regularly check these records and ensure all required documentation and qualifications are current. Additionally, personnel are encouraged to review their Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) to verify the completeness of their service records . These practices help maintain an accurate and up-to-date record, which is critical for consideration during a promotion board .
The master-at-arms (MA) role integrates practical skills with professional development through its structured training and career development opportunities. Practical skills are honed through various assignments requiring security oversight and law enforcement tasks. Furthermore, MAs are encouraged to seek challenging billets in diverse environments, such as overseas security departments and NECC commands, to further develop leadership and management capabilities . Professional development is an ongoing process where MAs are advised to earn additional warfare qualifications, thereby increasing their competency and readiness for higher responsibilities .
Completing the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification can significantly enhance one's proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. The benefits include increased efficiency in creating and formatting documents, data analysis using Excel, crafting professional presentations with PowerPoint, and managing databases through Access . These skills are not only essential in everyday office tasks but also valuable for roles requiring advanced office administration and data management expertise .
General Military Training (GMT) plays a crucial role in shaping the competency and readiness of Navy personnel by providing structured, essential training on various fundamental topics. This includes training on operational risk management, personal financial management, sexual health and responsibility, and traumatic brain injury awareness, ensuring personnel are prepared for both personal challenges and operational demands . Additionally, GMT topics like countering disinformation and antiterrorism awareness equip personnel with the knowledge required to handle emerging threats, thus maintaining a well-rounded and informed force ready for diverse mission objectives .
Certification courses play a pivotal role in preparing military personnel for leadership roles in security and intelligence sectors by providing specialized knowledge and skillsets. For example, the Certified Jail Manager (CJM) and Certified Jail Officer (CJO) credentials from the American Jail Association develop expertise in correctional facility management. ASIS International offers certifications like the Associate Protection Professional (APP), which focus on foundational skills in security management, while the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) offers comprehensive programs in security integration and asset protection . These programs equip personnel with a deep understanding of security principles, investigative techniques, and risk assessment abilities, essential for effective leadership in these sectors .
The Professional Military Education (PME) for Navy Reserve personnel plays a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing readiness for active duty tasks. Courses such as the Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course and the Reserve Order Writing System provide foundational knowledge that ensures personnel understand their roles and responsibilities within the Navy structure . Additionally, specialized courses like Reserve Medical Administration and Reserve Pay and Personnel Management address key administrative functions necessary for smooth operational transitions. The Reserve PME is designed to keep personnel well-informed and adaptable, ensuring they are prepared for both routine and unexpected challenges associated with active duty deployments .