2019 TAP CURRICULUM MOC Crosswalk Overview MOC CROSSWALK

2019 TAP CURRICULUM

MOC Crosswalk Overview MOC CROSSWALK COURSE OVERVIEW MOC Crosswalk Process The Gap Analysis Tools for Transition Identifying Possible Civilian Careers Civilian Credentialing Influences on Career Selection 2

WHAT TYPE OF JOB SEEKER ARE YOU? 3

Jobseeker 1. Transitioning Specialist – A service member who has held a technical military occupation and wants to continue in that occupational area in the civilian workforce. Example: An air traffic controller in the military who wants to continue as one in the civilian workforce.

Jobseeker 2. Transitioning Generalist – A service member who wants to utilize the general and leadership skills acquired through military service in the civilian workforce. Example: A senior NCO with instructional/training background who wants to serve as a corporate trainer.

Jobseeker 3. Career Switcher – A service member who wants to pursue a specific civilian occupation that is unrelated to military occupation or experiences. Example: An electronics technician who wants to become a history teacher.

Jobseekers 4. Undecided – A service member who has not decided on a specific career path within the civilian workforce. Example: A service member who wants to settle in a specific geographic location without a clear career path.

Jobseekers 5. Multi-Tracker – A service member who wants to pursue a combination of civilian opportunities that may include employment, education, technical training, entrepreneurship or volunteerism. Example: A medical corpsman who is attending college to become a registered nurse while concurrently employed part-time as an emergency medical technician.

THE CROSSWALK PROCESS EXAMINE MILITARY EXPERIENCE IDENTIFY CIVILIAN OPPORTUNITIES IDENTIFY REQUIREMENTS EXPLORE THE LMI DOCUMENT THE GAP 9

WHERE AM I NOW? Current MOS: _________ Use VMET, JST, CCAF, and Professional Evaluations to complete this column THE GAP ANALYSIS WHAT DO I NEED TO FILL IN THE GAP? WHERE AM I GOING? Civilian Occupation: _________ Use results from My Next Move for Veterans and O*Net to complete this column. Experience and skills I have: Experience and skills I need to obtain: Experience and skills this occupation requires: Education and training I have: Education and training I need to obtain: Education and training this occupation requires: Credentials (license, certification, certificates) I have: Credentials (license, certification, certificates) I need to obtain: Credentials (license, certification, certificates) or any other requirements for this occupation 10

HARD VS. SOFT SKILLS Hard Skills - specific, teachable knowledge and abilities that can be defined and measured Examples: software applications, language, typing, operating machinery Soft Skills – less defined, interpersonal skills Examples: leadership, team building, communication, problem solving 11

Verification of Military Experience & Training (VMET) § Helps with resume preparation § Translates military terminology and training into civilian terms § Establishes capabilities with prospective employers § Assists in applying to college or vocational institutes PURPOSE OF VMET § Lists military job experience and training history § Suggests related certification and licensure § Provides civilian equivalent job titles 12

OCCUPATION: 6317, Aircraft Communications/Navigation/Weapon Systems Technician Duty and Occupation Code PRIMARY OCCUPATION: • MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: STAFF SERGEANT, Pay Grade E-6 JUL 2014 -JAN 2017 (2 Years 6 Months) • MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: SERGEANT, Pay Grade E-5 MAR 2012 - JUL 2014 (2 Years 4 Months OCCUPATION DESCRIPTION FOR: 6317 Occupation Description • (MCE-6317 -002, Exhibit dates FEB 1998 - JUL 2014) VMET: EXPERIENCE HISTORY • Installs, removes, inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs components, subsystems, and ancillary equipment on installed aircraft communications, navigation, and deceptive electronic countermeasures systems. Related Occupation RELATED CIVILIAN OCCUPATIONS FOR: 6317 • Avionics Technician (DOT 823. 261 -026) • Avionics Technicians (ONET 49 -2091. 00) 13

MILITARY TRAINING: MAR 2015 - APR 2015 NAVY COURSE: A-012 -0077, Instructional Delivery Continuum (IDC) - Journeyman Instructor Training (JIT) LENGTH: 2 weeks (80 hours) Training Dates, Course Number and Length COURSE DESCRIPTION FROM AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION: • (NV-1406 -0044, Exhibit dates SEP 2004 - SEP 2012) Course Description VMET: TRAINING HISTORY • Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to deliver lectures employing recitation, questioning, self and group-paced methods of instruction, technology aids, and case study techniques. They will also be able to apply some motivational techniques to encourage learning. • Topics include Audiovisual materials, discussion, case studies, learner presentations, classroom exercises, computer- based training and lecture, communication techniques, learning objectives, instructional technology, case studies, motivation, self- and group-paced methods of instruction, and questioning techniques. 14

ESS: EMPLOYEE SUMMARY SHEET (USCG) Lists all job held to include job titles: § § § § § Rank History Position History Education TMT History Direct Access Courses Training Tests Competencies Board/Memberships Medals and Awards 15

JOINT SERVICE TRANSCRIPT (JST) 16

COMMUNITY COLLEGE of the AIR FORCE (CCAF) 17

CG 4082 (USCG) § List of all trainings completed § Can supplement the JST and be used to boost the education and training section in GAP Analysis and on a resume 18

CREDENTIALING Licensure Certification Apprenticeship § May be required by law or an employer for employment § Leads to higher pay or improves promotion potential § Demonstrates transferability of military skills and relevance in the civilian workforce 19

TYPES OF CREDENTIALS CERTIFICATIONS: LICENSURE: APPRENTICESHIP: § Lean Six Sigma § Doctor/Nurse § Electrician § PMP § Teacher § Plumber § Microsoft § Counselor § Software Development § X-Ray Techs § Plumber § Plasterers § Physical Therapy Aide § CPA § Carpenters § Analyst 20

GAP ANALYSIS ACTIVITY WHERE AM I NOW? 1. Use the VMET, JST, CCAF, CG-4082 and Professional Evaluations, to find the following information: a. Experience and Skill b. Education and Training c. Credentials (license, certifications, apprentices) 2. Complete the “Where am I now? ” section of the Gap Analysis. 21

O*NET INTEREST PROFILER www. mynextmove. org/explore 22

MY NEXT MOVE FOR VETERANS www. mynextmove. org/vets 23

GAP ANALYSIS ACTIVITY WHERE AM I GOING? 1. Use the O*NET Interest Profiler, My Next Move for Veterans and COOL websites to find the following information: a. Experience and Skill b. Education and Training c. Credentials (license, certifications, apprentices) 2. Complete the “Where am I going? ” section of the Gap Analysis. 24

INFLUENCES ON CAREER SELECTION GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION Determine your potential priorities: § § § Pursuing a location without your desired profession Pursuing your profession regardless of location Identifying an alternative profession because of your selected location Research/Explore geographic locations: § § Cost of living and housing Relocation costs Family relocation Reserve Component – continuum of service LABOR MARKET INFORMATION (LMI) LMI can help you: § Understand today’s complex workforce § Explore civilian occupations based on employment levels and trends § Make informed career decisions Research/Explore: § National, state, and local employment statistics, job forecasts, wages, and demographics § A military skills translator to identify a civilian occupation § LMI data and compare geographic areas 25

INFLUENCES ON CAREER SELECTION Should I choose a career based on where I would like to live? Should I let my career dictate where I live? Should I choose a career based on where the jobs are most plentiful and/or lucrative? 26

Bureau of Labor Statistics www. bls. gov • Subject areas • • Inflation & prices Spending & time use Unemployment Employment Pay & Benefits Regional offices Programs A-Z

GAP ANALYSIS ACTIVITY LABOR MARKET INFORMATION 1. Use O*NET and My Next Move for Veterans to find the following information: a. Location b. Salary c. Job Outlook 2. Complete the Part B: LMI section of the Gap Analysis. 28

GAP ANALYSIS ACTIVITY DOCUMENT THE GAP 1. Analyze your findings under “Where am I now? ” and compare to “Where am I going? ” 2. Fill in the “What do I need to fill the gap? ” a. Experience and Skill b. Education and Training c. Credentials (license, certifications, apprentices) 3. Examine Part B: Final Analysis a. Is this a good career/job to pursue? 29

SUMMARY § Ensure current track is correct based on your GAP analysis § Identify and pursue next steps in your transition process § Contact your local personnel office for accuracy of your official military record DON’T FORGET TO: § Complete the Transition Assistance Program Participant Assessment for the MOC Crosswalk www. dmdc. osd. mil/tgpsp/ 30

QUESTIONS? Reminder: We are here to help YOU! If you have any questions at any point during your transition, please let us know. 31