DAFMAN36-2100 — Military Classification, Technical Training, And Retraining

DAFMAN36-2100 governs military classification, technical training, and retraining for Department of the Air Force personnel.

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  • Publication number: DAFMAN36-2100
  • Title: MILITARY CLASSIFICATION, TECHNICAL TRAINING, AND RETRAINING
  • Date: 2026-07-07

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It covers officer, warrant officer, and enlisted classification, AFSC and SFSC actions, waiver processing, and retraining programs. Compliance is mandatory, and tiered requirements identify waiver authorities.

Applies to: This manual applies to civilian and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force (RegAF), United States Space Force (USSF), Air Force Reserve (AFR), and the Air National Guard (ANG).

Topics covered

  • Military classification
  • Technical training
  • Enlisted retraining programs
  • AFSC and SFSC actions
  • Classification waiver authority
  • Warrant officer classification
  • Career Development Courses

Questions and answers

When is a classification waiver submission appropriate?

The individual’s immediate supervisor recommends, and their commander decides when a waiver submission is appropriate. (paragraph 1-6)

What happens to waiver cases without enough justification?

Return or disapprove cases lacking sufficient justification to warrant consideration. (paragraph 1-6)

Can additional AFSCs or SFSCs be awarded to match UMD authorization?

Note: There are no provisions to award additional AFSCs or SFSCs solely to match UMD authorization AFSCs or SFSCs, or to show future, potential, or possible utilization. (paragraph 1-6)

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