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This forum contains news of interest to enlisted Sailors and their family about the United States Navy in general, scuttlebutt, events and news that may not fit in other categories. News sources may come from the Navy or from the commercial media. Topics on the international scale as well as human interest stories may be included. Additionally included is a sub-forum related to official Navy policy.

This forum brings you information and NPC/ Bupers messages related to career management, special programs and your rate. If it affects your rate or career, it should be here. Items in this area are for reserve and active alike. Items may also include Sailor of the year, and enlisted warfare specialist messages. Navy-wide association meetings will be included too.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web pages: Navy Enlisted Career | Navy Enlisted Career Reading | Enlisted Warfare Qualification Programs

In this forum you will find topics such as Montgomery G.I. Bill for active and reserve continuing college education in addition to Navy training such as rating schools, tuition assistance and college credits. This forum also includes Navy training such as rating schools, rating and degree roadmap, GMT, and other enlisted training. Included are Bupers and NPC related messages.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: College Benefits, Tuition Assistance & Enlisted Navy Training

This forum covers reserves related information that is more specific to the reserves. So while all other forums may contain items of interest to reserves, this one will be unique to this topic of Navy enlisted reservist. As a reminder, note that all other categories and forums are applicable to our reserves forces so guests and members alike should also include those areas when searching for reserve related information.

The Navy advancement forum covers results, exam, studying material and NAVADMINS related to advancement in addition to other related information. This forum is for those going up for Petty Officer Third, Second and First Class (E3 - E6). E1 and E2 are most definitely encouraged to join and learn too. This is a good place to ask questions about bibliography for advancement in rate (Bibs), professional military knowledge (PMK) and occupational standards. Related NAVADMINS will be posted here. There is also a forum for Chiefs selection board.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: Navy Advancement Career Guide & NPC News | Advancement Exam & Chief Board Results | Bibliography for Advancement in Rate | Professional Military Knowledge | Occupational Standards Rating Exam

This forum is for Petty Officer First Class (E6) Sailors (active & reserves) preparing for the E7 advancement exam, for the selection board process and for the board results. Information for Senior and Master Chief are posted here as well. This forum is a good area to get advice on fixing your records and deciphering the myriad of instructions in regard to the selection board process. Seasoned Chiefs frequent this forum to give solid advise.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: 
Navy Advancement Career Guide & NPC News | Advancement Exam & Chief Board Results | Chiefs Selection Board Preparation

PRIVATE AREA

A private area for Chief and Selectees to lounge, ponder, and help others. You can always come to the comfort of this forum to ask questions, get help, or simply chat with other selectees or Chiefs and meet new people. This is a great area for networking!

Please remember that the guidelines are still in place.

** WARNING - NO TRESPASSING **
 

The Enlisted to Officer Forum cover all topics related to applying to the various officer programs including  STA-21, LDO/ CWO, Medical Service Corps in Service Procurement Program (MSC-IPP), Nuclear LDO, Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP), Seaman to Admiral, enlisted commissioning programs and Naval Academy admissions for enlisted active & reserve. You will find helpful hints and advice on correcting and updating your records and applying to the various officer programs.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: Navy Enlisted to Officer Programs | Medical Service Corps (MSC) - In-service Procurement Program (IPP) | Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program - Navy MECP | Navy Enlisted Military and Electronic Service Records

You should not wait until you are going up for Chief or applying for the various enlisted to officer programs to fix your electronic service records. You should start looking at and correcting any discrepancies in you Navy service records as early as possible. There are several ways you can get help and this forum and website is intended as a tool to help you understand and correct errors. Information covered here may include the Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS), Career Management System (CMS), interactive Detailing (ID), Electronic Training Jacket and any other information related to this forum.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: Navy Enlisted Military and Electronic Service Records

This forum is for enlisted Sailors, veterans and spouses who are looking for information on pay, benefits, allowance, bonuses and other topics related to this forum’s topic. Other items covered in this forum include sea pay, Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB), Involuntary Separation Pay (ISP), current pay rate, special & incentive pay, per diem, Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS), travel pay and more. Related NPC and Bupers news and NAVADMINS will be included here. Feel free to join and ask any questions you may have regarding enlisted pay and its related topics.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: Navy Pay, Benefits and Allowance

This forum covers topics on the physical readiness test (PRT), grooming, uniform, awards and evaluations. Bupers and NPC messages will be added here. Items such as regulation changes or updates, NAVADMINS, tips and advice are covered here as well. These are topics that can make or break a Sailor who is keen to staying on top so attention to detail is in order here. If your uniforms does not shine, neither will your evals. If you have advice, especially with evaluations, feel free to post it here!

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: Navy Uniform, Awards & Grooming | Navy Enlisted Evaluations (Evals) | Navy Physical Readiness Program (PRT)

Bupers and NPC forum with topics such as detailing, assignments, travel, lodging, shipment of house-hold goods, negotiating & getting your orders, Sponsorship and Indoctrination Program and related items. Changing commands and moving can be a daunting task so planning ahead is the only way to go. Also seeking help, getting advice and researching your options will make it even smoother. Feel free to post related comments or questions about these topics. 

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: Enlisted Detailing, Relocation, Assignments, PCS Orders | Navy Bases Stateside | Navy Bases Overseas 

A forum for military veterans and retirees who have served in the United States Navy. This area can include veteran's home loans, medical benefits, Montgomery G.I. Bill, and state and Government VA benefits. This area will also cover stories of interested related to vets. Veterans have proudly served in many wars and conflicts supporting and defending our inalienable rights to freedom of speech as United States citizens. Sailors have given their life defending our rights as a free nation. In the process, the United States has grown to become one of the strongest nations on earth, not only based on our military but also our ability to freely conduct business and innovate unhindered by those who do not value freedom.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web pages: Navy Enlisted Veterans & Retirees

#Veterans

* The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) has had a name change and is now called Transition GPS. Transitioning out of the Navy can appear daunting but there is help from many sources. In fact, the Department of Defense (DoD), the United States Navy, the Department of Labor and the Department of Veterans Affairs have your back! Getting things in order, the first you want to do is attend a TAP class. From there you will learn about benefits if any from the military and from your state of residence. You will also want to connect with family and friends if applicable to have a support line available to you. 

Perhaps the most important item on the plate is to get a job when you separate. The process starts while you are still in the Navy, ensuring your qualifications are in order and that you take any course related to what you expect to be doing. You will also want to make sure your DD Form 214, (DD 214) Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty has zero mistakes. Another item is to make sure your medical records are properly turned in for proper care. This is important because this ensures the VA has access to your medical records in case you file a claim.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: Medical Benefits, Tricare, Limited Duty & Disability Compensation | Navy Pay, Benefits and Allowance | Navy Enlisted Military and Electronic Service Records | College Benefits, Tuition Assistance & Enlisted Navy Training | Navy Enlisted Veterans & Retirees 

Health insurance can be an expensive proposition but military medical benefits in the form of Tricare, Veterans benefits and disability benefits can help cushion the cost even after you get out of the Navy if you are eligible. For veterans, you want to ensure you keep you medical records straight and in order in case you have to seek medical benefits in the future even if you are not under Tricare.

Spouses, active duty, reserves, veterans and retired may make use of the information in this forum. Important topics such as the laws governing medical care and Tricare plus the Affordable Care Act as it applies to the Military can be covered here. Also, health issues such as weight management, mental health, childhood health and other medical topics are covered here.

For additional information, enlisted Sailors can also go to the following NavyAdvancement.com web page: Medical Benefits, Tricare, Limited Duty & Disability Compensation 

Navy spouse forum brings news, information and discussion about spouse and family related topics. Topics about family travel, vacation and good places to visit are encouraged. School, summertime and children topics can be included as well as employment, and job related issues pertinent to Navy spouses. Some topics are applicable to single Sailors too.

The United States Navy has a rich history beginning from the founding of our nation but claiming 13 October 1775 as the official date. These topics cover that rich history for you to enjoy.

Area for enlisted Sailors, veterans, reserve, spouses and family to discuss pistol, rifle & shotgun training, marksmanship, techniques, equipment and safety. Also to ask questions about getting qualified or join the Navy Marksmanship Team

This forum is for bases both in the United States and overseas. This also includes DoD Command & Control, regional commands, BRAC, base closures, joint commands and other military installations.

Discussion & news related to aircraft, ships, submarines and equipment. This also includes commissioning, decommissioning, overhauls, upgrades testing and Navy research & technology.