DAFI36-2614 — Pre-commissioning Education And Training Program

DAFI36-2614 governs Department of the Air Force pre-commissioning education and training programs, including their purpose, roles, and responsibilities.

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  • Publication number: DAFI36-2614
  • Title: PRE-COMMISSIONING EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM
  • Date: 2022-10-07

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DAFI36-2614 describes an outcome-based learning approach for developing officer candidates through education, training, and experience. It identifies learning objectives and assigns responsibilities for offices, committees, groups, and teams supporting these programs.

Applies to: This publication applies to the United States Space Force (USSF), the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, the Air National Guard (ANG), and government contracted personnel executing and/or directly supporting the pre-commissioning programs identified by this publication.

Topics covered

  • Outcome-based learning
  • Pre-commissioning learning objectives
  • Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
  • Officer Training School
  • Officer candidate development
  • Commissioning Training and Education Committee

Questions and answers

What must learning objectives describe in pre-commissioning programs?

Learning objectives are operational statements that describe specific observable behaviors and provide evidence of the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and abilities. (paragraph 1)

What programs does Air University execute?

AU executes two pre-commissioning programs, which include the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) program and Officer Training School (OTS). (paragraph 1)

How are waivers submitted under DAFI36-2614?

Using a DAF Form 679, Department of the Air Force Publication Compliance Item Waiver Request/Approval, submit a waiver request to the waiver authority through the office of primary responsibility (OPR) for consideration and approval.

What is the SAF/MR responsible for regarding pre-commissioning programs?

Provides guidance, direction, and oversight for all matters pertaining to the formulation, review, and execution of plans, policies, programs, and budgets addressing pre-commissioning programs. (paragraph 2)

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