COMDTINST 3501.4 — Health Services Deployment Competency Management

COMDTINST 3501.4 governs Coast Guard health services deployment competency management and the selection of personnel for deployments.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 3501.4
  • Title: HEALTH SERVICES DEPLOYMENT COMPETENCY MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 12/3/2024
  • Proponent: CG-1K2

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The publication establishes managerial, technical, and professional requirements and standards for deploying military, auxiliary, and civilian health services personnel. It addresses competency codes, technical authority, health services roles, and deployment selection criteria.

Applies to: All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chiefs of headquarter directorates must comply with the policies contained.

Topics covered

  • Health services deployment
  • Competency management
  • Health services personnel selection
  • Deployment competency codes
  • Technical authority
  • Health services deployment policy

Questions and answers

Who must comply with COMDTINST 3501.4?

All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chiefs of headquarter directorates must comply with the policies contained. (paragraph 2)

How is deployment defined in COMDTINST 3501.4?

Deployment is described as the rotation of forces into and out of an operational area.

Who must establish competency codes for health services employees?

HSWL SC in collaboration with Commandant (CG-1K21) shall establish valid competency codes for health services employees who may potentially be selected for deployment.

What factors must the competency management system consider?

The competency management system shall take factors into consideration such as experience and education.

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