DoDI1332.35_AFI36-3037 — Transition Assistance Program (tap) For Military Personnel

DoDI1332.35_AFI36-3037 governs the Air Force Transition Assistance Program for military personnel and its transition tracks.

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  • Publication number: DoDI1332.35_AFI36-3037
  • Title: TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP) FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL
  • Date: 2024-07-25

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The publication covers transition counseling, self-assessment, transition tracks, financial planning, goals, CRS waivers, and Capstone review. It requires counseling, documented evidence for selected tracks, waiver documentation, and review of the ITP and CRS.

Applies to: This publication applies to Regular Air Force (RegAF) and Air Reserve Component (ARC), which includes the Air Force Reserve (AFR) and Air National Guard (ANG), except where noted.

Topics covered

  • DOL Employment Track
  • DoD Education Track
  • DOL Vocational Track
  • SBA Entrepreneurship Track
  • Total household income
  • Assets
  • Financial action plan
  • Short and long term goals

Questions and answers

What counseling must the Military Services provide to eligible Service members?

The Military Services must provide counseling to eligible Service members by TAP staff or command career counselors utilizing the “Guide for Transition Counselors: Script on Pre-Separation/Transitioning Counseling” (Pre-separation Script), to inform members of services, benefits, curriculum, assessments, CRS deliverables, and ITP during and after separation, retirement, or release from active duty. (paragraph 4)

How must a CRS waiver be documented?

Waivers must be documented on the DD Form 2648. (paragraph 4)

What evidence is required for the DOL Employment Track?

A completed resume or provide verification of employment if attending the DOL Employment Track. (paragraph 7)

What evidence is required for the DoD Education Track?

A complete comparison of higher education options if attending the DoD Education Track. (paragraph 7)

When should Capstone take place?

Capstone occurs in two stages and should take place no later than 90 days prior to separation. (paragraph 4)

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