Education & Training

My education combines advanced academics, elite military training, and professional development that has prepared me to lead in complex environments. I hold an MBA in International Policy and Management, a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts with an Arabic major, and dual Associate of Arts degrees in Arabic. I also completed an international exchange program at the American University in Cairo, where I further strengthened my language and regional expertise.

During 25 years in the Marine Corps, I advanced through some of the most demanding training available, from infantry and reconnaissance to airborne, free fall, combat diving, maritime interdiction, survival, and mission planning. I complemented these with language mastery at the Defense Language Institute, leadership education at every enlisted level, and extensive experience advising commanders and leading Marines in joint and coalition settings.

Beyond the military, I earned civilian licenses and certifications including FAA pilot, maritime and vehicle operator, and safety and rescue credentials such as PADI Rescue Diver and CPR/First Aid. I also completed advanced training in emergency management, acquisition, and security that broadened my ability to manage programs and support national defense priorities.

This combination of academic study, operational training, and professional certifications reflects a lifelong commitment to growth, adaptability, and readiness to succeed in any mission or role.

Academic Degrees▶

Military Professional Schools▶

Over 25 years in the Marine Corps I completed a broad slate of professional schools that matched the roles I held across multiple MOSs: Reconnaissance Marine, Marine Raider, Infantry Marine, Interpreter and Translator and Interrogator, Foreign Area Specialist and Regional Affairs SNCO, Command Language Program Manager, SNCOIC, and Senior Enlisted Advisor. My foundation began with Recruit Training and infantry qualifications, then expanded into reconnaissance and special operations courses that built the mission profiles I would lead and support. I earned airborne and military free fall qualifications, became a HRST Master for helicopter insertions, and trained for maritime interdiction and combat diving. Survival and personnel recovery were reinforced through SERE and aircraft ditching and egress courses, along with specialized insertion safety like IPHABD. I completed urban reconnaissance and surveillance training, dynamic assault and direct action courses, and mission planning programs that integrated air, ground, and maritime assets. Language proficiency and cryptologic application were developed at the Defense Language Institute and refined through command language management. Professional Military Education at the sergeant, staff sergeant, gunnery sergeant, and E-8 levels rounded out my leadership development, preparing me to advise commanders, train Marines, and manage complex operations across joint and coalition environments.

Foundational Training

USMC Recruit Training

I completed Marine Corps Recruit Training from May to August 1998, a 464-hour program designed to transform recruits into Marines. This training demanded mastery of the code of military conduct, the laws of war, and the history of the Marine Corps, while also instilling military courtesy, discipline, and resilience. I learned first aid and field sanitation, nuclear, biological, and chemical defense, and developed proficiency in marksmanship, land navigation, and survival swimming. The program also required meeting rigorous standards in physical fitness and combat readiness, laying the foundation for my career as a Marine.

Infantry Mortarman

As an Infantry Mortarman, I trained in the tactical employment of both the 60mm light mortar and the 81mm medium mortar, providing indirect fire in support of rifle and light armored reconnaissance units. This role required me to master gunnery, forward observing, fire direction, and section leadership, ensuring accurate and timely fire support on the battlefield. I gained experience working within weapons platoons and companies, coordinating fires to support maneuver elements, and developing the technical and leadership skills needed to direct mortar teams under combat conditions.

Reconnaissance & Special Operations

Amphibious Reconnaissance School (ARS)

At Amphibious Reconnaissance School, I completed one of the Marine Corps’ most challenging and selective courses, focused on producing reconnaissance Marines capable of operating in austere and high-risk environments. The training developed advanced skills in scouting, patrolling, amphibious operations, and insertion/extraction techniques using small boats, helicopters, and other specialized platforms. I gained proficiency in close combat, demolitions, hydrographic surveys, and mission planning, all while building the endurance and adaptability required for extended operations behind enemy lines. This school forged the foundation of my career in reconnaissance and prepared me to serve as a core member of a Marine reconnaissance team.

Special Operations Training Group Qualified Urban R&S (Reconnaissance and Surveillance)

I completed specialized training with the Special Operations Training Group (SOTG) in Urban Reconnaissance and Surveillance, where I gained the skills to operate effectively in complex, built-up environments. The course emphasized advanced techniques in intelligence gathering, urban patrolling, and concealment, as well as planning and executing surveillance missions in cities and populated areas. I trained in observation post construction, target acquisition, and reporting methods, all while learning to adapt reconnaissance fundamentals to the challenges of urban terrain. This qualification expanded my reconnaissance capability beyond traditional field and amphibious operations, preparing me to support missions in modern, urbanized battlefields.

Long Range Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leaders Course

I completed the Long-Range Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leaders Course at Fort Benning, Georgia, a program designed to train leaders capable of operating small teams deep behind enemy lines. This school focused on advanced reconnaissance and surveillance techniques, target acquisition, and reporting procedures to support higher command decision-making. I gained experience in insertion and extraction methods, communications, and coordinating with support elements while sustaining operations in austere and high-threat environments. The course demanded exceptional endurance, leadership, and attention to detail, preparing me to lead reconnaissance teams tasked with gathering critical intelligence under the most challenging conditions.

SOTG Dynamic Assault Courses

I completed multiple Dynamic Assault Courses with the Special Operations Training Group, honing advanced close-quarters battle and dynamic entry skills used in high-threat assaults. These courses emphasized speed, control, and precision under stress, covering breaching techniques, room clearing, coordinated team movement, use of entry tools and explosives where appropriate, and integration of supporting fires and nonlethal options. Training scenarios replicated realistic, time-pressured environments that improved my decision-making, weapons handling, and small-team coordination, preparing me to lead and operate in complex direct-action missions.

MSOS Direct Action Course

I completed the MSOS Direct Action Course at the Marine Special Operations School, where I trained to plan and conduct high-risk direct action missions. The curriculum emphasized small-unit tactics, dynamic entry, precision breaching, close-quarters battle, target development, and coordinated assault planning. I practiced mission rehearsal, force protection, and integration with supporting assets such as aviation and maritime platforms, while sharpening skills in weapons employment, communications, and after-action reporting. This course built my capability to lead and execute deliberate, time-sensitive strikes with disciplined teamwork and tactical precision.

Airborne & Insertion Training

Basic Airborne School

I graduated from the U.S. Army Airborne School at Fort Benning, Georgia, where I was trained in the fundamentals of military parachuting. Over the course of this school, I mastered parachute landing falls, aircraft exit procedures, and the safe employment of static-line parachute operations. The training culminated in a series of qualifying jumps, both day and night, that tested my ability to perform under pressure and in varied conditions. Earning my jump wings gave me the skills and confidence to deploy by parachute into combat and reconnaissance operations, expanding the range and versatility of missions I could support as a Marine.

Special Forces Military Free Fall Parachutist Course

I completed the Special Forces Military Free Fall Parachutist Course, where I trained in advanced parachuting techniques that went beyond static-line operations. This school taught me to conduct both day and night free fall parachute jumps at various altitudes, using oxygen equipment when required, and to navigate with precision to designated drop zones. The course demanded mastery of body stability, canopy control, and group infiltration techniques, enabling me to insert covertly and effectively into contested or denied areas. Earning this qualification expanded my operational reach and provided the skills to support reconnaissance and special operations missions requiring stealth and precision.

USMC Combatant Diver School

I graduated from the Marine Corps Combatant Diver Course at the Navy Diving and Salvage Training Center in Panama City, Florida. This demanding school prepared me to operate as a military diver in support of reconnaissance and special operations. I trained extensively in diving physics, underwater navigation, and the use of both open-circuit and closed-circuit scuba systems. The course also included hyperbaric chamber operations, recognition and treatment of diving-related injuries, and the execution of hull inspections and subsurface missions. Completing this training qualified me to conduct clandestine insertions, amphibious reconnaissance, and other underwater operations requiring precision, stamina, and teamwork.

Maritime Special Forces VBSS (Vessel Board Search & Seizure)

I completed Maritime Special Forces VBSS training, where I learned the tactics, techniques, and procedures for conducting vessel board search and seizure operations in littoral and open-ocean environments. The course covered close-quarters combat, ship-boarding methods, boarding team organization, shipboard search and clearance, evidence collection, and maritime legal considerations. I trained to operate from small boats and helicopters, to rapidly gain control of hostile or noncompliant vessels, and to coordinate with maritime and aviation assets to secure personnel and critical materiel. This qualification sharpened my ability to conduct high-risk maritime interdiction missions with precision, teamwork, and disciplined force protection.

Helicopter Rope Suspension Training Master (HRST Master)

I earned certification as a Helicopter Rope Suspension Training (HRST) Master, qualifying me to plan, supervise, and execute helicopter rope suspension operations. This course prepared me to lead fast rope, rappelling, and Special Patrol Insertion/Extraction (SPIE) rig operations, ensuring the safe and efficient insertion or extraction of personnel in challenging environments. As a HRST Master, I was responsible for training others, inspecting equipment, enforcing safety standards, and coordinating with aviation crews to conduct these missions under both training and operational conditions. This skill set enhanced my ability to support reconnaissance and special operations requiring rapid, flexible, and precise insertion capabilities.

IPHABD Qualification Course — Survival Systems USA

I completed the IPHABD (In-Plane Helicopter Airborne/Body Drop) Qualification Course with Survival Systems USA, gaining practical training in advanced airborne and emergency egress procedures. The course taught me how to properly rig and execute body drops, aircraft egress techniques, and emergency survival procedures following an aircraft-related water or land impact. Emphasis was placed on equipment rigging, donning and using survival gear, controlled descent techniques, and post-impact survival priorities. This qualification enhanced my ability to manage high-risk aerial insertions and emergency scenarios, and to train others in life-saving airborne safety and survival procedures.

Basic Aircraft Ditch Course — Survival Systems USA

I completed the Basic Aircraft Ditch Course with Survival Systems USA, where I trained in the essential procedures for surviving an aircraft water landing. The course covered preflight preparedness, proper use of life preservers and flotation devices, controlled aircraft egress techniques, inflation and abandonment procedures, and post-ditching survival priorities such as hypothermia prevention and signaling for recovery. Practical drills included harness and life raft management, buddy-team procedures, and confined-space exits from simulated cabin environments. This training gave me the confidence and practical skills to respond safely and effectively in aircraft ditching scenarios and to instruct others in life-saving ditch survival techniques.

Survival & Specialized Skills

Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) School

I completed Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) School, where I was trained to survive in hostile environments and operate effectively under capture or threat of capture. The course focused on survival medicine, fieldcraft, and navigation, while also teaching me evasion techniques to avoid enemy forces and methods for signaling and recovery. I was immersed in scenarios that tested my ability to resist exploitation, maintain the Code of Conduct, and preserve psychological resilience under extreme duress. This training prepared me not only to endure the physical and mental challenges of isolation and captivity but also to lead others through those situations with discipline and resolve.

Fast Attack Vehicle Maintenance Course — Driving and Engine Repair

I completed the Fast Attack Vehicle Maintenance Course, where I was trained in both the operation and repair of specialized light tactical vehicles designed for reconnaissance and rapid assault missions. The course covered advanced driving techniques across varied terrain, as well as the maintenance and repair of engines, transmissions, suspension systems, and electrical components. I gained hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring mission readiness of these highly mobile platforms. This training enhanced my ability to operate fast attack vehicles in demanding environments while also sustaining them for long-duration operations.

Language & Intelligence Programs

Defense Language Institute — Modern Standard Arabic (63 weeks) and Iraqi Dialect (20 weeks)

I attended the Defense Language Institute (DLI) in Monterey, California, where I completed 63 weeks of intensive training in Modern Standard Arabic followed by 20 weeks of focused study in the Iraqi dialect. This immersive program developed advanced proficiency in reading, listening, speaking, and writing, while also deepening my understanding of the history, politics, and cultural dynamics of the Arab world. The Iraqi dialect training added a practical, mission-oriented ability to communicate effectively in operational settings. Alongside this language training, I received cryptologic linguist education that prepared me to apply my skills in intelligence and national security contexts, integrating language proficiency with analytical and technical expertise. This combination of rigorous language study and cryptologic training enhanced my ability to operate effectively across the Middle East in both tactical and strategic environments.

Command Language Program Manager Course

I completed the Command Language Program Manager Course, which prepared me to manage and oversee language programs within military units. The training focused on developing the skills to administer language proficiency testing, track training requirements, and ensure that linguists maintained mission-ready capabilities. I learned how to coordinate curriculum, assess language sustainment needs, and integrate cultural and regional expertise into operational planning. This course gave me the tools to support commanders by building effective language programs that enhanced intelligence collection, communication, and mission success across diverse operational environments.

Mission Planning

SOF Mission Planning Course (Special Operations Forces)

I completed the Special Operations Forces Mission Planning Course, which trained me to design and execute detailed plans for complex special operations missions. The course emphasized the full mission planning cycle, from intelligence preparation of the battlespace and target analysis to coordination of air, ground, and maritime assets. I gained experience developing contingency plans, integrating joint and coalition force capabilities, and synchronizing logistics, communications, and fire support for high-risk operations. This training sharpened my ability to lead and contribute to mission planning at the strategic and tactical levels, ensuring precise coordination and effective execution in demanding environments.

Professional Military Education (PME)

Sergeants School

I attended Sergeants School, a course designed specifically for Marines at the rank of Sergeant (E-5), where the focus was on leadership, warfighting, training management, and professional communication. The program developed my ability to lead Marines in both garrison and combat environments, emphasizing decision-making, ethical leadership, and accountability. I studied warfighting doctrine, training development, and effective communication skills, while also engaging in practical exercises that built confidence in mentoring and guiding junior Marines. This school reinforced the responsibilities of the noncommissioned officer and strengthened my foundation as a leader in the Marine Corps.

Career School

I completed Career School, a course designed for Staff Sergeants (E-6) that emphasized the leadership and staff skills required to manage platoon-sized units. The program advanced my understanding of warfighting concepts, tactical planning, and the integration of operations at the staff level. Training focused on decision-making, mission planning, and coordinating across functional areas to support larger unit objectives. I gained experience in applying doctrine, developing training plans, and mentoring subordinate leaders, preparing me to operate effectively as both a platoon sergeant and a contributing member of a battalion or higher staff.

Advanced School

I completed Advanced School, a course designed for Gunnery Sergeants (E-7) that prepared me for the demands of company-level leadership and advanced staff responsibilities. The program emphasized leading larger formations, developing and executing training plans, and applying advanced warfighting concepts in support of company and battalion operations. I gained experience in staff integration, operational planning, and coordinating resources across multiple units, while also studying joint operations and the role of the Marine Corps within a larger combined force. This training refined my ability to serve as a senior enlisted leader and to contribute effectively at higher levels of command.

First Sergeant/Master Sergeant Seminar (E-8 Seminar)

I attended the First Sergeant/Master Sergeant Seminar, a course designed for senior enlisted leaders at the E-8 level. The program focused on the unique responsibilities of First Sergeants and Master Sergeants, emphasizing senior-level leadership, policy implementation, and the management of Marines and families across an entire command. Training addressed strategic-level issues such as force readiness, manpower management, ethical decision-making, and advising commanders on enlisted matters. This seminar prepared me to operate at the highest levels of the enlisted force structure, ensuring the welfare, discipline, and effectiveness of Marines under my charge while contributing to the success of the command’s mission.

Vehicle and Operator Licenses▶

  • FAA Private Pilot License — American Aviation Academy. I earned my FAA Private Pilot License through the American Aviation Academy, completing the required flight training and examinations to become a certified private pilot.
  • Marine Corps Combat Rubber Reconnaissance Craft (CRRC) Coxswain License — MOS 0316. I earned the CRRC Coxswain license and the associated MOS 0316, qualifying me to operate and lead missions using the Combat Rubber Reconnaissance Craft. This certification included training in navigation, surf zone operations, night landings, clandestine insertions and extractions, and the coordination of boat teams under demanding maritime conditions. It prepared me to plan and execute amphibious reconnaissance and special operations using the CRRC as a primary insertion platform.
  • U.S. Military Tactical Vehicle Licenses — HMMWV, IFAV and MTVR Variants; HAZMAT/AMMO Certified. I earned licenses on multiple U.S. military tactical vehicles, including the M-342 5-Ton Truck, HMMWV series (M998/M038 1¾-Ton, M1123 2¼-Ton, M1511 1½-Ton, M1043/M1044/M1045 1½-Ton variants), IFAV (Interim Fast Attack Vehicle), which I drove onto CH-53 helicopters for aerial insertion, and MTVR series (MK23/MK25/MK27 7-Ton). This training, totaling more than 300 hours of classroom and hands-on instruction, covered advanced vehicle operation, maintenance, off-road driving, convoy procedures, and safety standards. I also held a HAZMAT/AMMO license, qualifying me to transport hazardous materials and ammunition in compliance with military and federal regulations. I operated these vehicles in combat environments, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, conducting tactical movement, convoy operations, and expeditionary insertions.
  • 44-Passenger Bus License. I held a military license to operate a 44-passenger bus, which included training and certification in passenger transport safety, vehicle handling, and compliance with military transport regulations.
  • Forklift License. I hold a current civilian forklift operator license and previously earned multiple military forklift qualifications during my service. My training and experience include operating a range of forklift types, from warehouse models to large rough-terrain and container-handling forklifts used in expeditionary logistics. I developed expertise in load handling, safety compliance, and maneuvering in both confined spaces and austere environments. These skills supported critical supply chain operations, embarkation, and mission sustainment in both garrison and combat deployments.
Safety & Rescue Certifications▶

PADI Rescue Diver

I was first certified as a PADI Open Water Diver at the age of 15 and have spent my life diving and developing a deep respect for the sea and the underwater environment. That lifelong passion led me to pursue advanced certifications and pair my love of diving with stewardship and responsibility beneath the surface. Building on my qualification as a USMC Combatant Diver, I earned the PADI Rescue Diver certification, which focused on emergency prevention, self-rescue, assisting distressed divers, and managing complex underwater situations. This training complemented my military dive experience by sharpening my ability to protect others and reinforced my commitment to safety and care for the marine environment.

CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification

I earned certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid, which provided me with the skills to respond quickly and effectively to medical emergencies in both everyday and high-stress environments. This training covered life-saving interventions such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, the use of automated external defibrillators, and the treatment of common injuries and medical conditions. It pairs seamlessly with the advanced first aid training I received in the Marine Corps and through the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, reinforcing my ability to provide immediate care, stabilize casualties, and support follow-on medical treatment in both civilian and operational contexts.

Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Training & Application▶

My contracting and acquisition expertise is rooted in both military service and business leadership. While deployed to Afghanistan with the Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC), I was hand-selected to serve as the team’s Pay Agent, where I managed over $1 million in U.S. government funds. In this role, I coordinated and executed local contracting projects that directly supported mission success and community stability, including the construction of barracks, a bakery, sanitation facilities, and helicopter landing zones. These efforts not only enhanced operational readiness but also created jobs for nearly 200 Afghan laborers, earning recognition from senior commanders, including the Commander of NATO Forces.

Building on this foundation, I went on to establish and lead Ravenox, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with a proven record of winning and delivering on federal contracts. Ravenox has successfully partnered with agencies such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Department of the Navy, and the Department of the Army, supplying mission-critical materials while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

To complement my hands-on contracting experience, I earned multiple Defense Acquisition University certificates, including Cost Analysis, Trade Studies, Root Cause Analysis, and Calibration Systems. These academic credentials reinforce my ability to evaluate costs, apply statistical methods, oversee compliance systems, and analyze complex procurement challenges. Together, my operational experience, entrepreneurial success, and DAU training reflect a unique blend of tactical, managerial, and acquisition expertise that bridge combat-zone contracting and stateside government procurement.

  • Cost Analysis Certificate — Demonstrates expertise in evaluating, estimating, and analyzing program and project costs to support sound decision-making and resource management in defense acquisitions.
  • Trade Studies Certificate — Validates knowledge in conducting trade-off analyses to compare alternatives, optimize solutions, and support informed decision-making in defense acquisition programs.
  • Introduction to Indirect Cost Rates Certificate — Provides foundational knowledge of indirect cost rate structures, their calculation, and their impact on pricing, contracting, and program management within defense acquisitions.
  • Basic Measuring Certificate — Confirms understanding of measurement fundamentals, including accuracy, precision, and proper use of tools to ensure quality and compliance in defense acquisition processes.
  • Statistical Sampling Certificate — Demonstrates proficiency in applying statistical sampling methods to evaluate data, manage risk, and support audit and compliance decisions in defense acquisition.
  • Calibration Systems Certificate — Validates knowledge of calibration principles and systems used to maintain accuracy, reliability, and compliance of measurement and test equipment in defense acquisition.
  • Root Cause Analysis Certificate — Demonstrates ability to identify underlying causes of issues, apply systematic problem-solving methods, and implement corrective actions to improve processes and outcomes in defense acquisition.
  • Business Aspects Certificate — Confirms understanding of key business principles in defense acquisition, including financial management, contracting considerations, and organizational decision-making.
FEMA Education▶

I completed a comprehensive series of FEMA Independent Study courses and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training, totaling 156 hours of professional development in emergency management, disaster response, and homeland security. This education covered planning, incident command, logistics, infrastructure protection, geospatial applications, civil rights, and hands-on community preparedness through CERT certification. Together, these programs reflect a well-rounded understanding of both strategic frameworks and practical response measures, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional growth and readiness to support coordination, leadership, and resilience in the face of diverse emergencies and hazards.

Foundations of Emergency Management

  • Emergency Manager — An Orientation to the Position (IS-0001.a) — Provides an introduction to the role and responsibilities of an emergency manager, covering coordination, planning, and leadership in disaster response and recovery.
  • State Disaster Management (IS-00208.a) — Explains the role of state governments in disaster management, including organization, authorities, responsibilities, and coordination with federal and local partners.
  • Military Resources in Emergency Management (IS-00075) — Explains the role of U.S. military resources in emergency management, including coordination, capabilities, and support to civil authorities.
  • Citizen Preparedness (IS-00022) — Introduces individual and family preparedness measures for disasters, including emergency planning, supply kits, and community involvement.

Planning & Preparedness

  • Emergency Planning (IS-00235.b) — Provides an overview of the emergency planning process, including hazard analysis, plan development, coordination, and implementation to enhance preparedness.
  • An Introduction to Exercises (IS-00120.a) — Provides an overview of exercise design, development, conduct, and evaluation to improve emergency preparedness and response capabilities.
  • Special Events Contingency Planning (IS-00015.b) — Covers the planning process for special events, including risk assessment, coordination, resource management, and emergency preparedness measures.
  • Developing and Managing Volunteers (IS-00244.b) — Covers strategies for recruiting, training, supervising, and retaining volunteers to support emergency management operations.

Incident Command & Response Frameworks

  • Introduction to Incident Command System (IS-00100.b) — Provides a foundation in the Incident Command System (ICS), covering structure, roles, and principles for managing incidents of any size.
  • ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents (IS-00200.b) — Introduces principles of the Incident Command System (ICS) for supervisors managing single resources or initial incident operations.
  • An Introduction to the National Incident Management System (IS-700.b) — Provides an overview of NIMS, including its concepts, principles, and components for standardized incident management across all levels of government and organizations.
  • Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations (IS-00102.c) — Covers FEMA’s disaster response framework, operational coordination, and procedures to ensure readiness for federal disaster missions.
  • Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations — FEMA Response Partners (IS-00101.c) — Provides an overview of FEMA’s response structure, partner roles, and coordination processes during federal disaster operations.
  • Critical Infrastructure Support Annex (IS-00821.a) — Explains the role of the Critical Infrastructure Support Annex in the National Response Framework, focusing on coordination, information sharing, and resource support during incidents.

Infrastructure Security & Resilience

Security & Safety Awareness

  • Active Shooter — What You Can Do (IS-00907) — Teaches how to prepare for, respond to, and recover from active shooter incidents, emphasizing situational awareness and personal safety.
  • Basic Workplace Security Awareness (IS-00906) — Provides guidance on recognizing potential security threats in the workplace and applying protective measures to enhance safety.
  • Surveillance Awareness — What You Can Do (IS-00914) — Provides awareness of surveillance techniques used by adversaries and outlines steps individuals can take to detect, deter, and report suspicious activity.
  • Retail Security Awareness: Understanding the Hidden Hazards (IS-00912) — Highlights potential security risks in retail environments and provides strategies to identify, prevent, and respond to threats.
  • Facility Security Committees (IS-00893) — Explains the roles, responsibilities, and processes of Facility Security Committees in managing and overseeing security for federal facilities.
  • Introduction to Interagency Security Committee (IS-00890.a) — Explains the mission, standards, and collaborative role of the Interagency Security Committee in enhancing security for federal facilities.
  • Safety Orientation (IS-00035.14) — Provides an introduction to workplace safety practices, hazard recognition, and employee responsibilities for maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Managerial Safety and Health (IS-00037) — Provides managers with principles and responsibilities for ensuring workplace safety and health, including hazard recognition, prevention, and compliance.

Communication, Leadership & Professional Skills

  • Effective Communication (IS-00242.b) — Teaches principles and techniques of clear, concise, and effective communication to improve coordination in emergency management.
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving (IS-00241.b) — Introduces structured approaches to making effective decisions and solving problems in emergency management contexts.
  • Public Information Officer Awareness (IS-00029) — Introduces the role of the Public Information Officer, focusing on responsibilities, coordination, and effective communication during incident response.

Diversity, Ethics & Civil Rights

  • Civil Rights and FEMA Disaster Assistance (IS-00021.14) — Explains civil rights laws as they apply to FEMA disaster assistance, ensuring equitable access to programs and services for all survivors.
  • Diversity Awareness (IS-00020.14) — Promotes understanding of diversity in the workplace and emergency management, emphasizing respect, inclusion, and effective collaboration.
  • EEO Employee Course (IS-00018.14) — Provides an overview of Equal Employment Opportunity principles, employee rights, and responsibilities in fostering a fair and inclusive workplace.
  • EEO Supervisor (IS-00019.14) — Trains supervisors on Equal Employment Opportunity laws, responsibilities, and best practices for preventing discrimination and managing workplace diversity.
  • Initial Ethics Orientation (IS-00033.14) — Introduces federal ethics principles, covering conflicts of interest, standards of conduct, and employee responsibilities for ethical decision-making.

Logistics & Resource Management

  • Orientation to FEMA Logistics (IS-00027) — Introduces FEMA logistics processes, including resource ordering, distribution, and sustainment to support effective disaster operations.
  • Guide to Points of Distribution (IS-00026) — Explains how to establish, operate, and demobilize Points of Distribution (PODs) to provide essential commodities to disaster survivors.
  • FEMA Travel Rules and Regulations (IS-00107.14) — Provides guidance on FEMA travel policies, rules, and procedures to ensure compliance and accountability in official travel.

Animals & Household Safety

Geospatial & Technology Applications

Hazard-Specific Training

  • Radiological Emergency Management (IS-00003) — Provides an introduction to radiological hazards, protective measures, response operations, and recovery considerations in radiological incidents.

Community Preparedness & Volunteer Training

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Member Certification — Completed a month-long training program certifying as a CERT member, covering disaster preparedness, fire safety, light search and rescue, medical operations, and team organization.

Marine Corps Institute▶

I completed 99 courses through the Marine Corps Institute, representing 1,043 hours of study across a broad spectrum of military education. This curriculum spanned leadership, security, communications, logistics, engineering, infantry operations, administration, and regional studies, blending technical proficiency with tactical expertise. Together, these courses reflect a sustained commitment to professional development and a comprehensive foundation in the skills, knowledge, and leadership qualities required of a Marine.

Leadership & Professional Development

  • Counseling Marines (MCI 0112DZ) – Counseling types, planning sessions, documentation, and performance improvement.
  • Career Retention Specialist (MCI 0084ZZ) – Advising Marines on reenlistment, career progression, and retention options.
  • Principles of Instruction for NCOs (MCI 001AZZ) – Lesson preparation, presentation, use of training aids, and evaluation.
  • Fundamentals of Marine Corps Leadership (MCI 033MZZ) – Core leadership principles, traits, decision-making, and subordinate development.
  • Leadership (MCI 7106BZ) – Leadership styles, counseling, decision-making, and unit responsibility.
  • Leadership (MCI 8002AZ) – Decision-making, counseling, and leadership responsibilities at the NCO level.

Security, Law & Administration

  • Physical Security Specialist (MCI 5803ZZ) – Threat assessment, electronic systems, key control, and crime prevention.
  • Security Chief (MCI 5804ZZ) – Oversight of security programs, integration of personnel and physical security.
  • Communications Security (MCI 2525BZ) – Encryption, key management, and safeguarding classified information.
  • Corrections (MCI 581EZZ) – Custodial procedures, rehabilitation, and security in confinement facilities.
  • Legal Administration Clerk (MCI 0143BZ) – Preparation of legal documents, case management, and justice system support.
  • Unit Mail Clerk (MCI 0144ZZ) – Mail handling, postal regulations, and accountability.
  • Publications and Directives System (MCI 0416BZ) – Management and distribution of official publications.
  • Military Justice (MCI 8202ZZ) – UCMJ, NJP, courts-martial, and disciplinary actions.
  • Military Justice (MCI 7105FZ) – UCMJ procedures, rights, responsibilities, and due process.

Communications & Electronics

  • SINCGARS (MCI 2538AZ) – Operation, maintenance, and secure communications planning.
  • Marine Corps Communication Center (MCI 2540ZZ) – Message processing, circuit control, and communications security.
  • HF/UHF Field Radio Equipment (MCI 0632ZZ) – Operation, troubleshooting, and frequency management.
  • Antenna Construction & Propagation (MCI 2515HZ) – Antenna design, construction, and radio propagation.
  • Fundamentals of Digital Logic (MCI 286GZZ) – Binary systems, logic gates, and circuit applications.
  • Electrical Mathematics (MCI 2820ZZ) – Algebra, trigonometry, and formulas for circuit analysis.
  • Solid State Devices (MCI 1142BZ) – Semiconductor principles and applications.
  • Interior Wiring (MCI 1143ZZ) – Installation, maintenance, and safety in wiring systems.
  • Tactical Communications (MCI 7103ZZ) – Planning and employment of tactical communications systems.

Weapons & Combat Skills

  • Inspection & Repair — M9 Pistol (MCI 2135ZZ) – Function checks, troubleshooting, and safety.
  • Pistol Marksmanship (MCI 0090ZZ) – Stance, sight alignment, trigger control, and safe handling.
  • M240G Machine Gun (MCI 0321BZ) – Operation, firing, and maintenance.
  • TOW-2 Weapon System Crewman (MCI 0355BZ) – Targeting, firing, and maintenance of TOW-2 system.
  • Javelin Weapon System Crewman (MCI 0357ZZ) – Employment, firing, and crew duties with Javelin.
  • M252 81mm Mortar Crew (MCI 0322JZ) – Emplacement, fire direction, firing procedures, and safety.
  • 81mm Mortar NCO (MCI 0331JZ) – Supervision of mortar sections, fire direction, and tactical use.
  • M777A2 Section Chief (MCI 0819ZZ) – Fire mission processing, crew leadership, and safety.
  • Howitzer Section Chief (MCI 0816BZ) – Crew direction, fire mission control, and maintenance oversight.
  • Marine Rifleman — Weapons (MCI 0372AZ) – Operation and employment of individual and crew-served weapons.
  • Weapons (MCI 8006AZ) – Weapons operation, employment, and tactical application.

Infantry & Tactical Operations

  • Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MCI 0366BZ) – Urban combat tactics, building clearing, and defense.
  • Infantry Squad Leader — Weapons (MCI 0382ZZ) – Training, fire control, and weapon employment.
  • Infantry Squad Leader — Squad Tactics (MCI 0383AZ) – Small-unit tactics, movement, and drills.
  • Infantry Squad Leader — Communications & Leadership (MCI 0380ZZ) – Command, reporting, and decision-making.
  • Infantry Patrolling (MCI 0335CZ) – Reconnaissance, security, and combat patrols.
  • Scout and Patrol (MCI 0336ZZ) – Scouting, patrolling, and small-unit tactics.
  • Reconnaissance Marine (MCI 0332GZ) – Surveillance, patrolling, and amphibious operations.
  • Desert Operations (MCI 0354BZ) – Tactics, navigation, and sustainment in desert terrain.
  • Stability and Support Operations (MCI 0326ZZ) – Peacekeeping, civil-military operations, and humanitarian support.
  • Operations Against Guerrilla Units (MCI 0324GZ) – Patrolling, ambushes, intelligence, and population security.
  • Land Navigation (MCI 0381CZ) – Map reading, compass use, and route planning.
  • Survival, Evasion, Resistance & Escape (SERE) (MCI 0327ZZ) – Evasion, escape, and Code of Conduct basics.

Logistics, Supply & Maintenance

  • Dispatch Procedures (MCI 3538CZ) – Vehicle scheduling, logs, licensing, and accountability.
  • Contracting (MCI 3044ZZ) – Government contracting fundamentals and procurement processes.
  • Basic Warehousing (MCI 301PZZ) – Storage methods, inventory, and supply accountability.
  • Warehousing Operations (MCI 303HZZ) – Advanced warehousing systems and supply chain practices.
  • Ground Ordnance Supply Chief (MCI 2125ZZ) – Supply accountability, inventory control, and requisitions.
  • Logistics/Embarkation Specialist (MCI 045DZZ) – Embarkation planning, cargo prep, and documentation.
  • Landing Support Specialist (MCI 0481AZ) – Port, beach, and helicopter cargo operations.
  • Food Service Funds (MCI 334LZZ) – Budgeting and fiscal control of dining facility funds.
  • Basic Pay and Allowances (MCI 3422BZ) – Pay entitlements, deductions, and documentation.
  • Personal Finance (MCI 3420EZ) – Budgeting, savings, insurance, and investments.
  • Marine Corps Integrated Maintenance Management System (MCI 0410CZ) – Documentation, readiness reporting, and equipment status tracking.

Engineering, Utilities & Technical

  • Engineer Equipment Estimator (MCI 1327ZZ) – Equipment estimation, planning, and resource allocation.
  • Engineer Equipment Chief (MCI 1328EZ) – Management and scheduling of engineer equipment.
  • Diesel Engine Maintenance & Troubleshooting (MCI 1343ZZ) – Inspection, repair, and reliability practices.
  • Fundamentals of Refrigeration (MCI 1161ZZ) – Refrigeration theory, components, and troubleshooting.
  • Bulk Fuel Specialist (MCI 1391AZ) – Handling, storage, and distribution of fuels.
  • Automotive Fuel & Exhaust Systems (MCI 3525BZ) – Maintenance and troubleshooting of fuel and exhaust systems.
  • Automotive Power Trains (MCI 359FZZ) – Construction, repair, and troubleshooting of transmissions and drive lines.
  • Metal Working & Welding Operations (MCI 1332GZ) – Welding techniques, safety, and applications.
  • Construction Print Reading (MCI 1344CZ) – Blueprint interpretation and construction layouts.
  • Landmine Warfare (MCI 1374AZ) – Emplacement, detection, and breaching of mines.
  • Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit (MCI 1122AZ) – Operation and maintenance of ROWPU systems.
  • Utilities Officer / Chief (MCI 1169ZZ) – Management of utilities operations and planning.
  • Theory & Construction of Turbine Engines (MCI 602AZZ) – Turbine design, operation, and troubleshooting.

Academics & General Skills

  • Spelling (MCI 0118JZ) – Spelling rules and commonly misused words.
  • Punctuation (MCI 0119GZ) – Rules and applications of punctuation.
  • Basic Grammar (MCI 8001AZ) – Grammar fundamentals and writing clarity.
  • Math for Marines (MCI 1334HZ) – Arithmetic, fractions, percentages, and algebra for problem-solving.

Regional & Strategic Studies

  • Intelligence Brief: Southwest Asia (MCI 0201ZZ) – Regional overview of Southwest Asia and U.S. military interests.
  • Introduction to Combat Intelligence (MCI 028BZZ) – Fundamentals of tactical intelligence collection and reporting.
  • Terrorism Awareness (MCI 0210BZ) – Terrorism definitions, tactics, and preventive measures.

Professional Military Education Programs

  • Sergeants Nonresident Program (MCI 8000ZZ)
    • Weapons (MCI 8006AZ)
    • Battle Skills (MCI 8005ZZ)
    • Training (MCI 8004ZZ)
    • Military Studies (MCI 8003ZZ)
    • Leadership (MCI 8002AZ)
    • Basic Grammar (MCI 8001AZ)
  • SNCO Career Nonresident Program (MCI 7100ZZ)
    • Operations (MCI 7110ZZ)
    • Drill, Ceremonies, Unit Formations & Inspections (MCI 7108EZ)
    • Military Training (MCI 7107CZ)
    • Tactical Communications (MCI 7103ZZ)
    • Military Justice (MCI 7105FZ)
    • Personnel Administration (MCI 7104FZ)
    • Marine Corps History & Traditions (MCI 7109BZ)
    • Leadership (MCI 7106BZ)
  • Senior Noncommissioned Officer Distance Education Program (SNCODEP) (MCI 8200ZZ)
    • Combined Arms (MCI 8205ZZ)
    • Combat Techniques (MCI 8204ZZ)
    • Military Justice (MCI 8202ZZ)
    • Warfighting Techniques (MCI 8203ZZ)
    • Military Studies (MCI 8201ZZ)
Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) Courses▶

I completed multiple courses through the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE), strengthening my knowledge of operations security, insider threat prevention, safeguarding classified information, and protecting personal and medical data under HIPAA and the Privacy Act. This training reinforced best practices in security awareness, information protection, and compliance, ensuring adherence to critical standards for safeguarding sensitive assets and information.

  • OPSEC Awareness for Military Members — Introduces the principles of Operations Security (OPSEC), highlighting critical information, threat awareness, and protective measures to reduce vulnerabilities.
  • Insider Threat Awareness — Provides an overview of insider threats, indicators of risky behavior, and reporting responsibilities to protect personnel, facilities, and sensitive information.
  • Unauthorized Disclosure of Classified Information — Explains the risks, consequences, and reporting requirements related to the improper disclosure of classified information.
  • HIPAA and Privacy Act Training — Covers the principles of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Privacy Act, emphasizing safeguarding personal and medical information.
Joint Knowledge Online (JKO) Courses▶

I completed 13 courses through Joint Knowledge Online (JKO), totaling 30 study hours across a range of mission-focused training. These courses provided cultural awareness for regions around the globe, as well as essential instruction in personnel recovery, emergency preparedness, radiological response, and joint close air support. Together, they enhanced operational readiness by combining regional expertise with critical skills for effective coordination and response in diverse environments.

  • VCAT UKRAINE (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – Ukraine)
  • VCAT AFPAK (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – Afghanistan/Pakistan)
  • VCAT Japan (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – Japan)
  • VCAT Republic of Korea (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – ROK)
  • VCAT Arabian Peninsula (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – Arabian Peninsula)
  • VCAT South Asia (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – South Asia)
  • VCAT Taiwan 1.1 (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – Taiwan)
  • VCAT Southeast Asia 1.1 (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – Southeast Asia)
  • VCAT South America 2.1 (Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer – South America)
  • PR 102 — Introduction to Personnel Recovery
  • EPRC — Emergency Preparedness Response Course
  • Applied Radiological Response Techniques
  • JCAS — Joint Close Air Support
MarineNet Courses▶

Through MarineNet, I completed an extensive portfolio of over 1,500 study hours across professional military education, weapons systems, risk management, leadership, language, cultural programs, and technical systems. This curriculum reflects the Marine Corps’ emphasis on continuous development, integrating tactical proficiency, operational planning, compliance oversight, and cultural competence. The breadth of training demonstrates both depth in specialized skills such as fires integration, cyber awareness, and law enforcement operations, as well as versatility in broader areas like language acquisition, regional studies, and professional leadership.

Professional Military Education

  • Advanced Course DEP (EPME7000AA) – A 121-hour professional military education course that advanced leadership, critical thinking, and warfighting skills for senior enlisted Marines, emphasizing strategic decision-making, unit readiness, and effective mentorship.
  • Unit Training Management – Platoon Level (UT03AO0000) – Three-hour course defining unit training management (UTM), teaching the application of Systems Approach to Training (SAT) at the platoon level, and providing Marines with a clear understanding of their responsibilities in planning and conducting effective unit training.

Risk Management & Compliance

  • Risk Management For Senior Leaders (SDRMGTSEN0) – Trains senior leaders on the principles and application of risk management in operational and administrative contexts, emphasizing decision-making, hazard assessment, and mission success.
  • Marine Corps MA-RM (MARMGMT001) – Introduces the Marine Corps Manager’s Internal Control Program for Risk Management (MA-RM), providing training on compliance, accountability, and oversight of financial and operational risks.
  • Control Measures (CC03AO0000) – Introduces risk mitigation techniques, covering hazard identification, control implementation, and monitoring procedures to reduce operational risks.
  • Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Curriculum (0681AO0000–0687AO0000, 68 hours) – Comprehensive six-part program including Introduction, Risk, Countermeasures, Incident Handling, Planning, and Final Exercise, covering system vulnerabilities, risk management, security countermeasures, incident response, contingency planning, and certification/accreditation processes, culminating in a capstone exercise applying these skills in realistic scenarios.
  • Information Assurance (IA) Awareness – Training that introduces IA principles, policies, and the user’s role in safeguarding information systems. The course emphasizes decision-making scenarios federal government system users face daily, ensuring compliance with DoD Information Assurance awareness requirements.
  • USMC Cyber Awareness Training (CYBERM0000) – Four-hour annual familiarization program covering information assurance, personally identifiable information (PII) safeguards, and operational security practices in the cyber domain. This training highlights potential risks of poor OPSEC discipline and fulfills the annual requirement to access USMC unclassified networks.

Weapons & Combat Systems

  • M240B Medium Machine Gun (SOIM240B16) – Course on the operation, maintenance, and employment of the M240B medium machine gun, emphasizing weapon capabilities, crew duties, safety, and gunnery skills.
  • M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW0010000) – Trains operation, immediate-action drills, sustained-fire techniques, crew-served employment, maintenance, and safety procedures for the M249 SAW at the squad level.
  • Infantry Mortarman (60mm) (INFMOR60MM) – Instruction on the employment, firing procedures, and maintenance of the 60mm mortar, with emphasis on crew responsibilities, fire support coordination, and safety.
  • Infantry Mortarman (81mm) (INFMOR81MM) – Instruction on employment, firing procedures, emplacement, and maintenance of the 81mm mortar, emphasizing crew drills, fire direction, and safety.
  • Infantry Mortarman (Operations) (INFMOROPS1) – Covers operational employment, tactical integration, and mission planning for mortar teams, emphasizing fire missions, coordination with maneuver units, and sustainment of firing capabilities.
  • Infantry Mortarman (Operations II) (INFMOROPS2) – Covers advanced operational employment, targeting, fire mission coordination, and sustainment practices for mortar teams operating in complex tactical environments.
  • LAAW/AT-4 (AT40010000) – Provides instruction on the operation, employment, firing procedures, and safety measures for the Light Anti-Armor Weapon (AT-4).
  • JTAC Primer Curriculum (JTACPC0000) – A 40-hour introduction to joint terminal attack control fundamentals, covering close air support procedures, communications, and coordination techniques to prepare Marines for advanced JTAC training.
  • MAGTF Fires (MAGTAA0000) – Comprehensive study of MAGTF organization, fires techniques and procedures, and joint operations to support employment of fire support across Marine Air-Ground Task Force elements.

Engineering & Field Skills

  • Building Layout (CE03BL0000) — Teaches reading and interpreting building floor plans, structural features, access points, and common interior layouts to support tactical planning and movement within built environments.
  • Drainage (CE07DR0000) — Covers drainage principles, soil and water movement, and construction methods for controlling runoff and erosion to support engineering and field operations.

Medical & Survival Skills

  • Combat Lifesaver Principles (M0CLSP000A) – Provides foundational skills in tactical first aid, casualty evaluation, hemorrhage control, airway management, and evacuation techniques to stabilize injured personnel in combat environments.
  • CBRN Individual Survival Measures (CBRNISM010) – A 15-hour course focused on chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear defense measures, teaching protective actions, survival techniques, and decontamination procedures to enhance readiness in CBRN environments.

Language & Cultural Programs

  • Headstart 2 Chinese (CLHSCHIA0A) – Introduces basic Mandarin Chinese language skills and cultural awareness to support effective communication and interaction in military and operational contexts.
  • Headstart 2 Spanish (CLHSSPAA0A–CLHSSPAD0A) – Comprehensive four-part Spanish language program totaling 84 study hours, covering foundational vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural awareness. Training emphasized practical communication skills and regional understanding to support effective interaction and mission readiness in Spanish-speaking environments.
  • Headstart 2 Pashto (CLHSPASA0A–CLHSPASD0A) – Comprehensive four-part Pashto language program totaling 80 study hours, covering foundational vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural awareness. Training emphasized practical communication skills and regional understanding to support effective interaction and mission readiness in Afghan operational environments.
  • Headstart 2 French (CLHSFREB0A) – Comprehensive language program totaling 80 study hours, covering foundational French vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural awareness. Training emphasized practical communication skills and regional understanding to support effective interaction and mission readiness in French-speaking environments.
  • Headstart 2 Iraqi (CLHSIRAB0A) – Comprehensive language program totaling 80 study hours, covering foundational Iraqi Arabic vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural awareness. Training emphasized practical communication skills and regional understanding to support effective interaction and mission readiness in Arabic-speaking environments.
  • Headstart 2 Modern Standard Arabic (CLHSMSAB0A) – Comprehensive language program totaling 80 study hours, covering foundational Arabic vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural awareness. Training emphasized practical communication skills and regional understanding to support effective interaction and mission readiness across Arabic-speaking regions.
  • Rosetta Stone Russian, Levels 1–3 (RSRUS01ZZ–RSRUS03ZZ) – Comprehensive three-level Russian language program totaling 60 study hours, progressing from foundational vocabulary and sentence structure to intermediate conversational skills and advanced fluency. Training emphasized accurate grammar, pronunciation, reading comprehension, and cultural awareness to support effective communication in Russian-speaking environments.
  • Rosetta Stone Farsi, Levels 1–3 (RSFAR01ZZ–RSFAR03ZZ) – Comprehensive three-level Farsi language program totaling 60 study hours, progressing from foundational vocabulary and grammar to intermediate conversational skills and advanced fluency. Training emphasized practical communication, cultural awareness, and the ability to operate effectively in Farsi-speaking environments.
  • Rosetta Stone Arabic (Levels 1–3) – Three-level program totaling 81.5 study hours, progressing from foundational vocabulary and grammar to intermediate and advanced conversational fluency. Training emphasized reading, writing, pronunciation, and practical communication, enabling effective engagement in everyday life scenarios while also building the cultural awareness necessary for mission readiness in Arabic-speaking environments.
  • Rapport Iraqi (CLIRARP00A) — Introduces cultural awareness and basic communication skills in Iraqi Arabic to build rapport and strengthen interactions during military and advisory operations.
  • Rapport Pashto (CLPASRP00A) — Provides essential cultural knowledge and key Pashto phrases to help Marines establish rapport and communicate effectively with Afghan partners in operational settings.
  • Rapport Dari (CLDARRP00A) — Introduces cultural insights and essential Dari phrases to support Marines in building trust and effective communication with Afghan counterparts.
  • RCLF Arabian Gulf — Enlisted Block 3 (CLRE3AG00A) — Provides sergeants with applied regional, cultural, and language familiarization for the Arabian Gulf, preparing them to operate effectively alongside local partners and integrate cultural considerations into mission planning and advising.
  • Regional, Culture, and Language Familiarization (RCLF) program 101 (CLRCULT01A) – Introductory course providing a baseline understanding of culture in the military context, emphasizing the role of cultural norms, behaviors, and awareness in supporting mission effectiveness.

Administrative & Oversight Training

  • CFT Monitor Certification (FFD02CFT02) – Prepares Marines to serve as Combat Fitness Test monitors, focusing on safety standards, proper exercise form, and test administration procedures.
  • PFT Monitor Certification (FFD01PFT02) – Qualifies Marines to oversee the Physical Fitness Test, focusing on standardized scoring, safety procedures, and proper test administration.
  • BCMAP Certification (FFD03BCP02) – Certifies Marines to administer the Body Composition and Military Appearance Program, emphasizing accurate measurement techniques, compliance with standards, and program oversight.
  • Proctor Certification (MNET0110PC) – Trains Marines to serve as authorized exam proctors, covering academic integrity, test administration protocols, and accountability procedures.
  • Reserve BRS Opt-In (RESERVEBRS) – Provides instruction on the Department of Defense’s Blended Retirement System (BRS), guiding Reserve Marines through opt-in eligibility, retirement benefits, and financial decision-making considerations.
  • Blended Retirement System Opt-In (BRSOPTIN01) – Explains the features, benefits, and decision process for opting into the military’s Blended Retirement System, including comparisons to legacy retirement options.

Law Enforcement & Security

  • Military Police Advanced Course (MPADVC0000) – A 30-hour program that develops supervisory-level expertise for Marines in the 58XX law enforcement field. It builds advanced skill sets across military law enforcement operations, police intelligence, route regulation and enforcement, force protection, mission assurance, and internment/resettlement operations, using a combination of guided discussions, practical applications, and performance evaluations.
  • Force Protection Course – Provides training on identifying, assessing, and implementing protective measures to safeguard personnel, facilities, and operations against terrorism, sabotage, and criminal threats.
  • Law of Land Warfare (Army) Course (4401AO) – Introduced the principles and applications of the Law of Land Warfare, with emphasis on conducting company-level operations in compliance with international law and rules of armed conflict.

Digital Systems & Command Tools

  • Blue Force Tracker Advanced (BFTADVANCE) – Advanced instruction on the Blue Force Tracker system, emphasizing navigation, messaging, and situational awareness tools to enhance command and control in operational environments.
  • Blue Force Tracker Basic (BFTBASIC00) – Foundational training on the Blue Force Tracker system, covering setup, interface navigation, and basic messaging functions to support battlefield situational awareness.
  • C2PC (C2P0010000) – Trains users on the Command and Control Personal Computer (C2PC) system, covering map displays, message handling, unit tracking, and integration of digital situational awareness tools for mission command.
  • Operational Plans and Orders (CC01AO0000) – Teaches the development, format, and execution of operational plans and orders (OPORD/FRAGO), including mission analysis, intent drafting, and coordination required to translate planning into executable actions.