COMDTINST 1500.7 — Reserve Component (rc) Use Of Electronic-based Distributed Learning (ebdl) Methods For Training

COMDTINST 1500.7 governs Reserve Component use of electronic-based distributed learning methods for training and retirement credit.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 1500.7
  • Title: RESERVE COMPONENT (RC) USE OF ELECTRONIC-BASED DISTRIBUTED LEARNING (EBDL) METHODS FOR TRAINING
  • Date: 2/5/2021
  • Proponent: CG-R

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It divides EBDL into command directed and non-command directed categories, addresses IDT pay and retirement points, and includes an EBDL Course Approval Request. It also sets approval and course-evaluation requirements for crediting courses and retirement points.

Topics covered

  • Electronic-Based Distributed Learning
  • Selected Reserve training
  • Command directed EBDL
  • Non-command directed EBDL
  • Inactive duty retirement points
  • Inactive Duty Training pay
  • EBDL course approval

Questions and answers

What is electronic-based distributed learning?

Electronic-Based Distributed Learning (EBDL) is structured learning that does not require the presence of an instructor. (paragraph 4)

What training qualifies as command directed EBDL?

Command directed EBDL is training that is required to be completed by SELRES members for the purpose of accomplishing unit readiness and mobilization training requirements (e.g., competency, Class “C” school pre-work, etc.).

How much pay can SELRES members receive for EBDL?

SELRES members are only authorized to receive 1/30th of Monthly Basic Pay (i.e., equivalent to a single IDT drill) for each period the member is engaged for at least four hours of EBDL.

What allowances are not authorized for completing EBDL?

No IDT Subsistence Allowance, Special Duty Assignment Pay (SDAP), Reserve Clothing Maintenance Allowance (CMA), or Foreign Language Proficiency Pay (FLPP) is authorized for completion of EBDL.

Who must approve command directed EBDL and retirement points?

All command directed EBDL, and the amount of inactive duty retirement points awarded, must be approved by Commandant (CG-R5).

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