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Transition Assistance Program

 

The key to success is knowledge of available transitional services and a firm understanding of how to use them.  The USAFA Transition Assistance Program is available to provide separating and/or retiring personnel and their families with the skills and knowledge required to make a smooth, well-disciplined, and successful transition to a second career or retirement.

Assessment & Referral

     Assess preferences, skills, experiences, education and training.  Assist in making career decisions regarding career objectives and financial needs.  Identify job opportunities by researching potential employers.  Assist with resume and cover letter preparation, interviewing, networking, as well as salary negotiation advice.

 

Classes / Seminars / Workshops (make this a hotlink; items in red below will be accessed via this link)    A variety of offerings to assist transitioning military members and their families.  Pre-registration is required, contact the USAFA Airman & Family Readiness Center, 333-3444, for available dates.

Civil Service Class

      Learn how to submit a resume, search for positions, and apply for Civil Service employment.

 

DAV Medical Records Review

     Individuals within 180 days of retirement and/or separation who may be filing a disability claim with

     the VA can have the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) review their medical records. 

Mock Interviewing Workshop

     Preparing for your next career move?  Feeling a little rusty on interviewing skills?  Mock interviewing

     with real Human Resource professionals.

  Monthly TAP Seminars

     This 5-day workshop is conducted every month for those who are preparing to retire or separate.    The workshop is open to Active Duty, Reserve, Guard, of all branches of service to include DoD civilians and spouses of either.  Attendees are eligible to attend 2 years from retirement date, or 12 months from separation date. 

 

Pre-Separation Counseling

     By law all transitioning military personnel are required to receive pre-separation counseling no less than 90 days prior to leaving active duty.  This mandatory briefing assists in identifying benefits and services associated with the transition and beyond.  However, it is strongly recommend individuals schedule a pre-separation counseling appointment at least 180 days prior to separation, or before attending a TAP seminar. 

 

   Small Business Seminar

                  Ever thought about owning a business, but not sure how to start?  Get answers to key questions

                  from seasoned professionals. Conducted by SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives)

 

   Troops to Teachers

     This workshop provides information for military personnel interested in beginning a second career in

     public education as a teacher.  Come and learn how you can make the transition.

    

    Individual Career Counseling

     Individual counseling tailored to meet your needs.  Assistance includes job search strategy development, stress management, resume and cover letter assistance, interview preparation,

     salary negotiation advice, and guidance on networking.

 

    Individual Transition Plan (ITP)

A tool to use to complete essential activities for a successful transition.  The ITP includes assessment of skills, training goals, time lines, local and national resources, development of a personal network, and other useful information tailored to meet individual needs and wants.

    Job Referral Database

 Sign up to receive employment opportunity announcements from credible companies, local, and nationwide to a home e-mail account.