MCO 1754.6C — Marine Corps Family Team Building (mcftb)

MCO 1754.6C governs Marine Corps Family Team Building programs, including readiness training, childcare procedures, funding, and technology enablers.

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  • Publication number: MCO 1754.6C
  • Title: MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (MCFTB)
  • Date: 9 Feb 2012
  • Proponent: 01000 Military Personnel
  • Status: Current

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It establishes standardized training for commanders, Family Readiness Command Teams, Marines, and their families through RDST, FRPT, L.I.N.K.S., and LifeSkills programs. It also sets requirements for program support, childcare expenses, authorized and prohibited APF uses, communication tools, and unsolicited donations.

Topics covered

  • Readiness and Deployment Support Training
  • Family Readiness Program Training
  • L.I.N.K.S. training
  • LifeSkills workshops and programs
  • Childcare procedures
  • Funding and reimbursement
  • Mass Communication Tool
  • Unsolicited donations

Questions and answers

What must commanders do with the policies in MCO 1754.6C?

Commanders shall ensure the policies contained in this Order are used in creating, establishing, maintaining, and reinforcing MCFTB programs and services. (paragraph 4)

How far before deployment must pre-deployment briefs be provided?

Pre-deployment briefs shall be coordinated and provided to all Marines and families attached to units 30-60 days prior to a unit deployment, or as required of the unit. (paragraph 4)

Is FRO training mandatory?

FROs and Deputy FROs are mandated to complete the required FRO Training. (paragraph 3)

What childcare expenses can MCFTB childcare funds support?

MCFTB childcare funds shall not be used to support childcare for unit and family readiness events (i.e. family days, holiday events, etc.), which are the responsibility of the unit. (paragraph 2)

What is the maximum hourly childcare reimbursement rate?

If the reimbursement method is utilized, hourly childcare costs may not exceed the hourly rate of the installation Child Development Center. (paragraph 2)

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