Hours of Operation
Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (walk-ins)
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (appoitments only – sign up in AFVEC under events)
Virtual appoitments available Monday to Friday.
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Education & Training Center
Our mission is to empower Airmen to think strategically, build resilience and prepare for leadership roles through off duty educational opportunities that will expand both professional and personal knowledge.
Educational Services
Tuition Assistance
Mass TA briefings are no longer offered. We are excited to provide personalized tuition assistance counseling. If this is your first time using tuition assistance, you have a little homework to do. You must complete this TA Checklist prior to meeting with a counselor for TA counseling. If you need refresher counseling please give us a call or stop by.
Useful Information:
– Military Tuition Assistance
Career Path Decide
In order to utilize Tuition Assistance, you must first complete an interest inventory. Career Path Decide is a tool that fulfills this requirement and will help you to reverse engineer your career goals and plan strategically for your education. By using Career Path Decide, you can ensure that you’re pursuing a degree that will lead to a job after military service that aligns with your desired outcomes.
Head to the Career Path Decide website to get started! After completing the surveys and setting your goals, be sure to download your goals report to AFVEC. If you encounter any difficulties, check out the tutorial videos on the website and instructions for assistance. For more information check out Career Path Decide Goal Report.
Air Force COOL
Air Force COOL is a pathway for enlisted DAF members to earn industry recognized professional certifications, licenses to enhance their active-duty work, and to prepare them as they transition to the civilian job market.
Credentialing has two purposes. First, it continues to professionalize the enlisted force by providing up-to-date industry-recognized credentials in a member’s AF job. Second, it provides a way for members to prepare for civilian life by ensuring that they are ready for work in the civilian sector. There are many aspects to credentialing including certifications and licenses. For more information click here.
Useful resources:
– Air Force COOL Handbook
– Air Force Trifold
– Understanding Credentials
GI Bill
GI Bill benefits help you pay for school and cover expenses while you’re training for a job. Since 1944, the GI Bill has helped qualifying Veterans and their family members get money to cover all or some of the costs for school or training. Learn more about GI Bill benefits on this page-and how to apply for them.
The GI Bill Comparison Tool can help you explore your options, and a VA accredited representative can help you apply for education benefits.
Useful Information:
– Montgomery GI Bill Election Guide
– Post 9/11 Transfer of Education Benefits
Civilian Tuition Assistance
The goal of CIV TA is to assist civilians in their continued self-development. It can be used toward coursework at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s (including Juris Doctorate), and doctorate levels at accredited institutions. The degree selected does not have to be related to the assigned career field, therefore, Civilian employees may pursue a degree major of their choice.
Useful information:
– Civilian Tuition Assistance Program (CTAP) Request Process
– Civilian Tuition Assistance -Frequently Asked Questions
– Civilian Tuition Assistance Program April 2023 Brief
Civilian Career Development
The Department of the Air Force (DAF) is invested in developing Civilian Airmen and Guardians using the “Civilians We Need” Career Model. This dual-track talent management process is designed to develop enterprise leaders and increase functional expertise. DAF civilians use the attributes on the enterprise and functional roadmaps to determine education, training, and leadership opportunities that align with their professional goals. There’s something for everyone! Contact the Employee Development Specialist at the Education Center with questions!
Useful information:
– Civilian Career Management (af.mil)
– Individual Development Plans
– Civilian Functional Training FY26 Data Call (Coming Soon!)
Commissioning Programs
Commissioning programs are very competitive, to get started review our Commissioning Starter Handout. Reading about the programs is the first step in demonstrating your commitment to achieving your goals. Once you have reviewed the information, you can schedule an advising appointment with a counselor at the Education and Training Office. We recommend sending a list of questions to the counselor beforehand to help facilitate a productive conversation.
Community College of the Air Force (CCAF)
The Air Force values education for enlisted personnel and has created programs such as the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) to meet the needs of the Department of the Air Force and its personnel. The college is a federally chartered 2-year institution exclusively serving enlisted personnel and awards the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree upon completion of a program of instruction within an Air Force specialty.
To learn how to view your degree audit, please refer to:
– Review your CCAF audit video
– CCAF degree audit step-by-step guide
If you have any questions about how to complete your degree we are standing by to assist!
Useful Information:
– CCAF Made EZ Brochure
– CCAF General Catalog
– Air University Associate to Baccalaureate Cooperative Brochure (AU-ABC)
– Sending/Ordering Transcripts
CLEP / DSST Exams
The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP/DSST) provides an opportunity to earn college credit for the knowledge you already have by taking any of the introductory-level college subject exams available. CLEP/DSST exams evaluate your knowledge level gained through prior experiences and military training, and are equivalent to final undergraduate college course exams. By taking and passing these exams, test takers can earn college credit that can be applied towards their degree requirements.
DANTES provides funding for all service members to take one attempt at every CLEP/DSST exam. This can save service members hundreds or even thousands of dollars towards a degree, and can also save time compared to 8-12 weeks spent in a classroom or online. There are multiple exams available, covering material commonly required for most degree programs. These exams can be taken at our on-base test center hosted by Boise State University, and can also be proctored remotely.
Contact the test center for registration instructions, appoitment booking, and study materials:
– website: www.boisestate.edu/flex/testing-services
– phone: (208)426-4245
– email: mountainhome@boisestate.edu
Useful Information:
– CLEP / DSST Exams for CCAF
– Modern States Brochure
– Library Online Resources
SkillBridge
SkillBridge is an excellent opportunity as you plan for your life after the military. Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply. SkillBridge permits you to use to the last 180 days of Service to work and learn with an industry partner. During your participation you continue to receive military compensation and you are covered by your military benefits. Release for SkillBridge is always mission-dependant and your unit Commander must authorize participation prior to entering into any agreement with interested industry emplyment partners.
There are many industry partners with opportunites in a variety of fields, such as energy, information technology, manufacturing, retail, transportation, civil service and more. There industy partners have developed SkillBridge programs for separating Service members because they value your expertise, dedication and service.
You must visit Education Center for mandatory counseling before starting your SkillBridge application.
Useful Information:
– SkillBridge Program Brochure
– Terminal Leave Calculator
– AFVEC Tutorial: How To Submit SkillBridge Application
– DoD SkillBridge website
Accessing Higher Education / TAP Course
To sign up for the course visit AFVEC website and click View all events.
Spouses/Family Members
We are available to help dependents and family members with their educational goals.
Useful information:
– Scholarship Listing 2024-2025
– MHAFB Mil-Spouse Flyer
– MyCAA Helping Spouses Reach Career Goals
Military Testing
To sign up for military testing, please visit AFVEC website and click on “Scheduled Tests.” In the upper right corner, you can click “Schedule a Test” to request a test date. NOTE: Your UTM is responsible for scheduling all CDC end-of-course exams.
CLEP Testing is done at the National Test Center sponsored by Boise State University. Contact the test center for registration instructions, appointment booking, and study materials:
– website: www.boisestate.edu/flex/testing-services
– phone: (208) 426-4245
– email address: mountainhome@boisestate.edu
On Base Schools & Programs
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