NAVMC 1700.2B governs Marine Corps guidance, eligibility, procedures, and reporting for the SkillBridge Program.
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The publication covers SkillBridge eligibility, command approval, annual training, S-PTAD, provider and internship requirements, and CONUS and OCONUS participation. It also requires reporting on participation, employer data, and employment outcomes and clarifies related administrative procedures.
Applies to: This NAVMC applies to Active Duty and Reserve Component Marines on Active Duty who meet all eligibility requirements per reference (a).
SkillBridge is not authorized to further civilian education or for experiential purposes per reference (a); securing meaningful employment is the expectation. (paragraph 2)
Complete at least 180 continuous days on active duty and expect to separate from the Marine Corps within 180 days from the date of commencement. (paragraph 3)
Marines are not authorized extensions of obligated service to complete the SkillBridge program. (paragraph 3)
SkillBridge requests are forwarded to, reviewed, and approved by the first commanding officer or officer in charge (OIC) with Uniform Code of Military Justice authority. (paragraph 4)
SkillBridge participation is considered official duty. Marines are placed on a non-funded temporary duty assignment or on administrative absence status. (paragraph 4)