1. Before Class Starts Get out your Individual Transition Assistance Plan (ITP) to ensure it’s completed through page 5 Get out your Individual Transition Assistance Plan (ITP) to ensure it’s completed through page 5 1

2. Scott A&FRC Transition Goals, Plans, Success Overview 2 SUPPORTS SERVICE MEMBER CAREER READINESS 2

3. Need to Know Alternate Duty Location – 0800 – 1700 daily….if you are not here on time you are not in attendance – If you have an emergency, call 256-8668 to let us know – No Pre-Sign-ins Cell Phones – on vibrate and no class during class unless an emergency Dress – Professional casual – this is your alternate worksite No t-shirts, jeans, tennis shoes, or military uniform Emergency Exits – SIP/ Evacuation Site Rest Rooms Coffee, Soda & Snack Machines/ Water Fountain – Volunteer for: Coffee/Tea/Hot Chocolate monitor? $1.00 per day or $3.00 for the week 3

4. Need to Know Smoking Area In the back only/no smoking in front parking lot unless you are in your car Special needs/requests Laptops – Sign out/in daily on log Plug in to recharge at the end of each day – Please use only for TAP related activities Cleanup – You may leave your books, but please police your area at the end of each day and put chairs back OSD TAP GPS Assessment: https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/tgpsphttps://www.dmdc.osd.mil/tgpsp - Can complete after each section or at the end of the course, you will receive reminders along the way 4

5. Course Overview Day 1 – Transition Overview – ITP – Resilience & Mentorship – Military Occupational Code (MOC) Crosswalk – Financial Module Day 2, 3, 4 -- Dept of Labor Employment Workshop Day 5 – Veteran’s Affairs (VA) Benefits & Voc Rehab & E-Benefits – ITP Review 5

6. This is About Perspective WHY ARE YOU HERE? To get the most out of the Transition Goals, Plans, Success curriculum and experience YOU need to; Be on time -- Be courteous -- Be engaged -- Come prepared Discuss issues with family and friends STAY POSITIVE WHERE IS MY TAP GPS ROADMAP? Your Individual Transition Plan is like your TAP GPS roadmap As such you need to bring it to all TAP GPS sessions It should be your map, compass and your “master notes” page containing the programs and agencies YOU want and need to explore.

7. Bottom Line Up Front  In response to President Obama’s 5 August 2011 address at the Washington Navy Yard, multiple agencies collaborated to redesign the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) to embed Career Readiness Standards as core to a successful transition  Key Elements of Re-designed TAP allow Service members to depart ”career ready”  Updated program supports individual Service members needs and goals  Individual focus on personal goals – education and/or employment  Members develop an individual transition plan to meet new Career Readiness Standards  TAP GPS Curriculum includes:  Critical job search skills  MOC crosswalk between military skills/experience converted to civilian knowledge, skills and abilities  Revamped VA benefits briefs  The proposed programs are fully compliant with the VOW to Hire Heroes Act REDESIGNED SERVICE MEMBER TRANSITION SUPPORT

8. STRUCTURED & INTEGRATED TRANSITION MODEL Capstone

9. Individual Transition Plan (ITP) The ITP is your roadmap to a successful transition – Introduced the ITP during your pre-separation counseling – ITP is critical to your transition and this week’s workshop – Daily updates will be required after each block of instruction – Your completed ITP will be reviewed the last day of workshop  It is your plan...make changes/updates throughout the week! 9

10. ITP Purpose ITP includes indentifying individual tasks to match your goals – You may have more than one track to complete: Tracks include: 1.Employment 2.Entrepreneurship 3.Education 4.Technical/Vocational All applicable sections need to be completed If a statement does not pertain to you, complete with N/A 10

11. Resilient Transitions

12. Identify challenges you may have as a military member transitioning into civilian life Identify challenges you think your family will have as you separate or retire from military service Identify what you will enjoy the most about leaving military service Identify what you will miss Group Exercise

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14. What were YOU thinking? Family Considerations – Expectations – Roles, responsibilities, routines – Relocation – Finances – Culture and community support – Stress Communication is KEY!

15. How do I keep my head in the game? It’s as easy as A + B = C – Activating event – Beliefs – Consequences Albert Ellis

16. What am I supposed to do about it? Keep it simple Rest, eat well, exercise Maintain a routine Break tasks into small parts Let friends be friends Build breaks into daily routine Acknowledge and accept feelings

17. Anything else I can do? Predictability – Adverse effects less likely when event is predictable Controllability – Sense of control leads to positive results Relationships – Strong relationships increase resilience to stress Trust – Sets positive expectations, decreases stress Meaning – Provides greater sense of purpose

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19. Do I really have to talk about it? Military life exposes us to broad spectrum of people and events Some experiences may leave a lasting impression that impacts our ability to achieve our goals These issues need to be addressed as part of your Individual Transition Plan to ensure a successful transition

20. Who Can Help Life Skills Programs Counseling/Support Groups Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program Financial Education and Counseling Parenting Programs Relocation Assistance Employment/Transition Assistance Deployment/Homecoming Programs Exceptional Family Member (EFM) Program Information and Referral Services

21. Anyone else ? Military One Source Chaplain Base Legal Veterans Administration Medical Treatment Facilities Military Family Network National Resource Directory Substance Abuse Professionals A Mentor?

22. Mentorship

23. When might you need a mentor?

24. Value of a Mentor Someone to help you and nurture your career. Are willing to share ideas, skills, knowledge, and expertise. Demonstrates a positive attitude, acts as a role model, and takes a personal interest. Can help establish goals and planning priorities.

25. Mentor Characteristics Willing to share their knowledge. Flexible. Demonstrate competency in the subject matter. Encourage and support personal growth. Direct in dealing with situations and people. Honest when providing positive and constructive feedback. Understands the parameters and requirements of the relationship.

26. Additional Resources

27. Okay, let’s wrap this up! Stress is a normal part of the transition process, manage it or it will manage you Your “family” is transitioning and needs to be kept in the loop Traumatic events, emotional injuries, and physical injuries are part of the military experience There are abundant resources available to support you and your loved ones through the entire process Mentors are a valuable addition to your team to help you accomplish a successful transition! YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

28. Transition GPS Participant Assessment Please complete Resilient Portion of Assessment – https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/tgpsp

29. Please Complete the Pre-Assessment Form

30. Module Pre-requisite (please take out) MOC participant book on CD VMET Transcripts Performance Reports Module Purpose Outcome Complete Gap Analysis Competencies Identify skill sets required for civilian jobs Research selected geographic locations and demand occupations by LMI

31. Objectives Interpret VMET to civilianize military terminology Identify needed credentials/education Identify gaps between current KSA as they relate to civilian reqs Identify primary & alternate occupational goals based on LMI Update Individual Transition Plan (ITP) pages 6 – 8

32. to CIVILIAN Translating U SING THE M ILITARY O CCUPATIONAL C ODE

33. Examine military experience Identify civilian opportunities Identify requirements Explore the LMI Document the gap

34. 55 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 Transitioning Specialist Transitioning Generalist Career Switcher Undecided Multi-Tracker Identify Strengths and Challenges

35. The VMET provides the following information: Course number Course title Course description Course length Dates of training and experience Recommendation for college credit (on some courses)

37. Helps member prepare resume Certification and licensure Establishes capabilities with prospective employers Lists military job experience and training history Translates military terminology and training into civilian terms Assists in applying to college or vocational institute Recommends college credit information Civilian equivalent job titles

38. Service Transcripts Sailor and Marine American Council on Education Registry Transcript (SMART) Army American Council on Education Registry Transcript (AART) Community College of the Air Force (CCAF)

39. ApprenticeshipLicensureCertification Credentials: May be required by law or by an employer for entry into employment Lead to higher pay or improve prospects for promotion Demonstrates to civilian employers that training and skills attained in the military are on par with those gained through traditional civilian pathways.

40. Licensure Credentials Apprenticeships

41. Career One Stop Certifications – http://www.hrci.org http://www.hrci.org Navy Cool Army Cool –https://www.cool.army.mil/https://www.cool.army.mil/ 41

42. Certifications – http://www.hrci.org http://www.hrci.org Army COOL:

44. Two Major Influences on Career Selection Geographic LocationLabor Market Information (LMI) Determine your potential priorities:  Pursuing a location without your desired profession  Pursuing your profession regardless of location  Identifying an alternative profession because of your selected location LMI can help you:  Understand today’s complex workforce  Explore civilian occupations based on employment levels and trends  Make informed career decisions Research/explore which geographic locations:  Cost of living and finding housing  Moving costs  Family relocation  Reserve Component – continuum of service Research/explore:  National, state, and local employment statistics, job forecasts, wages, and demographics  A military skills translator to identify a civilian occupation  LMI data and compare geographic areas

45. Start

48. GAP Analysis Get out computers Open Gap Analysis form – CD or www.scottafrc.com: transitionwww.scottafrc.com 48

50. Department of Labor Employment Workshop (DOLEW) Track will help you further explore aspects to consider Update your ITP with information you’ve researched Note alterations to your track selection Identify and pursue next steps in your transition process Contact your local personnel office for accuracy of your official military record

51. Additional Resources VA For VETS: www.VAforVets.va.govwww.VAforVets.va.gov Hero2Hire (H2H www.h2h.jobs www.h2h.jobs Army COOL: www.cool.army.milhttps://www.cool.army.mil/https://www.cool.army.mil/ Navy COOL: www.cool.navy.mil Bureau of Labor Statistics: www.bls.gov

52. Additional Resources Must Complete A Career Assessment Career Readiness Standard Aptitude Interests Strengths Skills Go to My Next Move – O*NET Interest Profiler O*NET Interest Profiler at My Next Move O*NET Interest Profiler at My Next Move In-depth Assessments available at: www.dantes.kuder.com https://online.cpp.com Login: TAPDOLEW1 Password: ISTARTSTRONG1 USER ID: Leave blank

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55. Additional Resources Individual Transition Plan Should have pages 1 – 6 completed Complete pages 6 – 8 now We verify completion - let me know when you are finished Transition Milestones/Timeline: ITP pgs 28 – 30 Personalized Transition Timeline - Scott AFB AFRC