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Wed: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
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Bldg 671
DSN: 268.3557
COMM: 01480.84.3557
The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) provides information and training to ensure Service members transitioning from active duty are prepared for their next step in life, whether pursuing additional education, a vocational trade, finding a job in the public or private sector, or starting a business.
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The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) is a cohesive, modular, outcome-based program which bolsters and standardizes opportunities, services, and training that Service members receive to better prepare them to pursue their post-military career goals. The curriculum is an outcome-based curriculum that transforms the way the military prepares Service members for transition back to civilian life.
Service members are required to complete Phases 1 and 2 of TAP no later than 365 days from their official date of separation (DOS). The recommended timeframe to initiate TAP is 24 months prior to retirement and 18 months prior to separation.
Please contact the Military and Family Readiness Center to begin TAP:
DSN: 268-3557
Commercial: 01480 843557
Email: 423fss.dpf@us.af.mil
More information can be found at the DoD TAP website.
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TAP Workshop Dates
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
American Job Center Finder (CareerOneStop)
Education Center (RAF Alconbury)
Military and Family Life Counselors
Military Personnel Flight (RAF Alconbury)
Overseas Military Services Coordinator
Resources for Veterans Living Overseas
Retiree Affairs Office (RAF Alconbury)
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program
Transition Employment Assistance for Military Spouses (TEAMS)
Transition Online Learning (TOL)
USO Pathfinder Transition Specialist
VA Accredited Service Officer (VSO)
Voting Assistance for Transitioning Service Members
Additional Resources
Phase 1: Initial Counseling
Individualized Initial Counseling (IC) between the service member and a TAP counselor is the official start to the transition process. During the IC session, service members will review their personal self-assessment and Individual Transition Plan (ITP) with their TAP counselor to identify their unique needs of the transition process and post-transition goals. The eForm (DD Form 2648) is also initiated during this phase.
NOTE: IC must be completed NLT 365 days PRIOR to your official DOS and before attending TAP Workshops, which will be scheduled during this appointment.
Phase 2: Pre-Separation Counseling
This brief covers by-law information to include benefits, entitlements, and resources for eligible transitioning service members. Caregivers and spouses are especially encouraged to attend with their Service member.
NOTE: Must be completed NLT 365 days prior to your official DOS and before attending TAP workshops.
FY25 Pre-Separation Resource Guide
Managing Your Transition Timeline
DS Logon/VMET/VA Login Instructions
Phase 3: TAP Core Curriculum and Two-Day Tracks
The 3-day TAP Workshop consists of comprehensive core curriculum and additional Two-Day Tracks designed to help prepare Service Members for successful transition to civilian life based on their career path.
TAP Workshop
DAY 1: DoD Day – Managing Your (MY) Transition, Military Occupational Code (MOC) Crosswalk and Financial Planning for Transition
DAY 2: VA Benefits and Services
DAY 3: Department of Labor (DOL) Employment Fundamentals of Career Transition
Additional Two-Day Tracks
• EDUCATION: Managing Your (MY) Education
• EMPLOYMENT: DOL Employment Workshop
• ENTREPRENEURSHIP: SBA Boots to Business
• VOCATION: DOL Career & Credential Exploration (C2E)
Phase 4: Capstone
Capstone is the culminating event for TAP where service members show evidence that they have completed all Career Readiness Standards (CRS). The eForm (DD Form 2648) will also be finalized by the TAP counselor during this phase. Once the DD Form 2648 has been signed by leadership, the completed form will be required to out-process the installation.
NOTE: Capstone must be completed NLT 90 days PRIOR to your official DOS but no earlier than 365 days prior to DOS. All TAP requirements must be met PRIOR to applying for SkillBridge.
Career Readiness Standards (CRS) & Capstone
Continuum of Military Service POCs
Individual Transition Plan – Air Force
Individual Transition Plan – Army
Individual Transition Plan – Navy and Marines
Education Track – Comparison Tool of Higher Education Options
Vocational Track – Comparison Tool of Technical Training Institution Options