Nevada Army National Guard Education Services

The Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP) helps Soldiers improve their GT score to qualify for a new MOS, advanced schooling, and commissioning opportunities. Contact your education center to register for a class.
https://home.army.mil/imcom/index.php/customers/ACE

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Thinking about learning a new language? The Joint Language University is an online resource that helps you learn a language either at your own pace or led by an instructor and it’s a great preparation for the Defense Language Proficiency Tests (DLPT)! https://jlu.mygovlearn.com/


PC: LTC Jefferson Wolfe

SCHOLARSHIPS for Military Families
Military family members serve alongside their Sailors, Marines, Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians, and Coast Guard personnel and your family members also need to know the value of education and career planning.
LEARN MORE: https://militaryfamilies.com/military-education/35-scholarships-for-military-connected-students/
DANTES: https://www.dantes.mil/family/

Reach out if you have questions!

Looking to increase your GT score for OCS or an MOS reclass? You’ll need to take the Armed Forces Classification Test (AFCT), but before you do that, be sure to brush up on your math and English skills by taking a Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP) Course! BSEP is a 1-2 week course that helps Soldiers improve their basic math and English skills in preparation for college, college entrance exams, and the AFCT. BSEP is offered at most Army bases as well as some ARNG States. To learn more, contact your State Education Office.

The education monthly marketing theme for December is ‘Financial Aid and Scholarships’. Please help get the word out by liking and sharing our posts on social media and sharing the attached flyer with your Soldiers!



NGB LUNCH AND LEARN for Soldiers. The December ‘Lunch and Learn’ for Soldiers will be held on Tuesday, 12 Dec 2023 at 1200 hrs EST. The topic this month is ‘FAFSA’ and will be presented by a guest speaker from the Department of Education, Federal Student Aid, Ms. Tanika Mangum, Outreach & Awareness Specialist. The topics for this lunch and learn include the following:

-FY24 changes

-Best practices/tips for applying

-Top reasons FAFSA is disapproved

-Timeline for applications

-Defining a ‘contributor’

-Defining ‘independent status’

-PSLF program

Just one week until our National College and Career ‘virtual’ Expo! (CAC login and access needed). There will be general education counseling available, and / presentations. Take a look at the many and vendors and mark your calendars!
When: Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 1000-1500EST
Where: MS Teams https://tinyurl.com/FY24CollegeCareerVirtualExpo

Community residents are invited to attend a free Roadside and Preventative Auto Maintenance Workshop at WNC's E.L. Cord Automotive Technology Center on Friday, Nov. 17, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The one-night WCTE workshop will provide attendees with demonstrations and hands-on learning, including how to perform an oil change. Attendees will need to purchase the oil filter and oil for the make and model of their vehicle and bring it to the workshop. Sign up at https://ow.ly/kGiY50Q5IGs. Learn more about the workshop by phoning 775-445-4419.

DON'T FEAR IT!
RISE ABOVE IT...
Get started on your education today!
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Contemplating earning a Project Management Professional (PMP) credential? Don’t pay for it yourself! With the Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program you get up to $4,000/year that you can use towards training courses, books, fees, supplies, and the exam cost! Interested in something else? Not a problem! There’s over 1,600 credentials to choose from!

Soldiers can earn an industry recognized Department of Labor apprenticeship, a portable credential accepted by industries and employers across the U.S. via the U.S. Military Apprenticeship Program. Apprenticeships enhance both job skills and show motivation for more challenging military assignments.

Get started today at www.usmap.osd.mil


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Need help preparing for your CLEP or DSST exam? Take a look at Modern States! Modern States offers free courses in Business Management, Math and Sciences, languages and more!
https://modernstates.org/

Did you know that you may be able to earn an additional $200 or $350 ‘Kicker’ in addition to your basic GI Bill® payment? To see if you qualify, contact your State education office.

You know the “beauty” of the GI Bill?

It can be used for a variety of studies, including non-degree trainings such as cosmetology!

of the day: Discover how much money you will get when you decide which school you want to attend with our GI Bill Comparison Tool.

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Your ArmyU Library has a new, easier way to find articles, journals, books, videos and more.

Find all the library resources you need, both print and digital, at: https://auls.tdnetdiscover.com/


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Fun fact, Tutor.com is no longer just for school and college related subjects, they now offer tutoring in job search support, study & life skills, and parent coaching!

NEED SOME TUTORING?
Academic Skills Training program can help you with tutoring and so much more! It only takes a few moments to sign up and learn more!
VISIT: www.dantes.mil/OASC

𝗠𝘆𝘁𝗵: I can get the Foreign Language Proficiency Pay Bonus (FLPB) for any language.
𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁: The FLPB is only available for languages that are on the Army Strategic Language List (ASLL). For more information go to: https://www.hrc.army.mil/content/Foreign%20Language%20Proficiency%20Bonus

PC: Patrick Bray

Institutionally Delivered Credentials (IDC) synchronize credentialing opportunities throughout a Soldier’s Life Cycle and are high-quality achievements that provide agile, adaptive, and innovative career opportunities while in Service and beyond.

https://www.cool.osd.mil/army/costs_and_funding/army_proponent_funding.htm



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Have you transferred your Post-9/11 GI Bill? If so, do you know your military service obligation end date (OED)? If you voluntarily separate from the ARNG prior to completing your 4-year obligation, your TEB will be terminated and any funds paid to your dependents will be recouped by the VA! Contact your state ESO to verify your OED and ensure you complete your required service obligation.

PC: Master Sgt. Becky Vanshur

Are you looking to improve your writing skills? Writer’s Reference Center is your one-stop, online source for all the tools necessary to write and research effectively.

Access via your ArmyU Library at https://auls.insigniails.com


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No matter what your goals may be, never give up! If your goal is to earn a college degree or certification, the Army National Guard’s voluntary education program can help you get started! To learn about the numerous programs and services available go to: https://www.nationalguard.com/education

MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS!
DANTES' latest newsletter features TA DECIDE, a no-cost college comparison tool! Learn how DoD is helping service members make informed decisions when choosing a college degree program and spending tuition dollars.
VISIT: www.dantes.mil/DIB

TODAY ... is your day!
Take the 1st step!
Start planning.
Set some goals.
Call an Education Counselor!
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Do you know what APT stands for? APT stands for Army Personnel Testing and it encompasses standardized tests used to determine eligibility for specialized training and to support the Army’s personnel and classification process.

The new Army Credentialing Assistance program virtual counseling cell is now available! This new cell was created to help Soldiers who are unsure of what credential to pursue, what they may be eligible for, or those needing assistance with submitting their CA Requests (CARs). To request counselor assistance, Soldiers must go to the ArmyCOOL website at: https://www.cool.osd.mil/army/costs_and_funding/index.html?credentialingassistance and click on the yellow “CONTACT AN ARMY CA COUNSELOR” button and complete the request.
THIS IS FOR CA RELATED QUESTIONS ONLY. NOT FOR FTA.

PC: 2nd Lt. Enjoli Saunders