Verification of Military Experience and Training Element 3 Pg. 119 VMET (DD-2586) Verification of Military Experience and Training Element 3 Pg. 119

The VMET Lists military job experience and training in civilian terms Civilian equivalent job titles (O*NET) Recommends college credit information (ACE) Identify possible certification/waiver of apprenticeship requirements Lists any language proficiencies Contains detailed descriptions of civilian equivalent job skills and training that you acquired while in the military Gathers all reported demographic, training, and experience records in one place

Why is this important to TSMs? VMET is used in discussing civilian occupations related to your military occupation Can assist in preparing a resume, and translating military terminology and training into civilian terms Can assist in identifying strengths when searching for employment Take it to TGPS! Download 120 days out.

Accessing your VMET DOD Common Access Card (CAC) DS logon credentials https://www.dodtap.mil/login.html

DMDC website Select “Access VMET Documents” Select CAC or DS Logon option Select “VMET document (DD-2586) and “Submit” (print your VMET) Select “Cover letter” and “Submit” (print your cover letter)

When is VMET updated? VMET documents are updated quarterly in January, April, July, and October every year for the previous fiscal quarter All USN individuals should review and discuss report errors with their Personnel Office and/or Command Career Counselor before separation

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VMET Summary Gathers all reported demographic, training, and experience records in one place Describes your Service occupations in civilian terms Recommended college credit information Identify possible certification/waiver of apprenticeship requirements you use your VMET along with evaluation reports, training certificates, awards, transcripts, and similar documents to assemble a complete account of how you qualify for civilian occupations, certificates, licenses, or programs of study

Review What is the name of the VMET form? Name two ways a Service Members can access their VMET? What website can a TSM go to access VMET? How often is VMET updated? 2586 DOD Common Access Card (CAC) DS log on credentials Current DFAS “myPay” PIN DMDC Quarterly

Resources Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) 1-800-727-3677 Personnel Office Fleet and Family Support Center VMET Frequently Asked Questions page

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