AFPAM36-2692 — Enlisted Induction And Change Of Responsibility Ceremonies

AFPAM36-2692 governs guidelines and expectations for NCO and SNCO induction ceremonies and Senior Enlisted Leader change of responsibility ceremonies.

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  • Publication number: AFPAM36-2692
  • Title: ENLISTED INDUCTION AND CHANGE OF RESPONSIBILITY CEREMONIES
  • Date: 2024-03-07

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It covers ceremony overviews, recommended sequences, scripts, certificates, charges, and stories of NCO and SNCO valor or heroism. It establishes minimum expectations while allowing installations to tailor ceremonies to their missions and local communities.

Applies to: It applies to the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and the Air National Guard.

Topics covered

  • NCO induction ceremonies
  • SNCO induction ceremonies
  • Senior Enlisted Leader change of responsibility ceremonies
  • Ceremony sequences
  • Induction certificates
  • NCO and SNCO charges
  • Acts of valor and heroism

Questions and answers

When should NCO and SNCO induction ceremonies be held?

When practical and feasible, installations will host NCO and SNCO Induction Ceremonies after the annual SSgt and MSgt public promotion releases. (paragraph 1)

Do supplemental promotion releases require another induction ceremony?

Supplemental promotion releases will not require an additional induction ceremony. (paragraph 1)

Can Airman Leadership School graduations replace an NCO induction ceremony?

Airman Leadership School graduations will not take the place of an NCO Induction Ceremony and vice versa. (paragraph 1)

Are hazing or rite-of-passage rituals allowed at these ceremonies?

Hazing or rite of passage-type rituals must never be associated with these ceremonies. (paragraph 2)

What is the command team's policy on activities involving hazing?

Command teams will have zero tolerance for any activities of this nature. (paragraph 2)

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