COMDTINST 1500.10D — Performance, Training And Education Manual (ptem)

COMDTINST 1500.10D governs Coast Guard training, education, professional development, and related qualification requirements.

Search COMDTINST 1500.10D

  • Publication number: COMDTINST 1500.10D
  • Title: PERFORMANCE, TRAINING AND EDUCATION MANUAL (PTEM)
  • Date: 4/19/2023
  • Proponent: FC

View COMDTINST 1500.10D on armypubs.army.mil


It covers formal, accession, specialty, mandated, resident, non-resident, and advanced training, along with training management and documentation. It also establishes policies for Class “A” School eligibility, medical requirements, obligated service, advanced education, scholarships, and competency standards.

Applies to: Unless indicated otherwise, this Chapter applies to Active Duty and Reserve members.

Topics covered

  • Formal training
  • Class “A” School eligibility
  • Medical requirements
  • Advanced education
  • Training documentation
  • Competency management
  • Obligated service
  • AFCT re-testing

Questions and answers

How much service must remain to execute Class “A” School orders?

To execute orders to Class “A” School, the service member must have at least 24 months of service remaining on their enlistment upon graduation from Class “A” School. (paragraph 1)

What happens if a member declines to obligate service for Class “A” School?

Members who decline to obligate service or are denied a reenlistment waiver will have their orders cancelled and be removed from the Class “A” School’s waiting list. (paragraph 4)

What happens when required hearing certification is not received for Class “A” School?

If this statement is not received, the member will be placed on Medical (MED) hold until the command can certify the candidate’s hearing. (paragraph 2)

When must the AFCT be administered to enlisted applicants?

The AFCT must be administered to all in-service enlisted applicants to qualify for basic petty officer courses (Class “A” School) or advanced training when previous test scores are not available or not high enough to qualify the member for training. (paragraph 3)

What does the LMS record?

The LMS records distance learning activity or completion. (paragraph 3)

Ask Reggie.Bot a question about COMDTINST 1500.10D