scope:

Purpose.

This CFETP provides the information necessary for the AFCFM, MAJCOM functional managers (MFMs), training management, supervisors and trainers to plan, develop, manage and conduct an effective and efficient career field training program. The plan outlines the training that airfield operations officers should receive in order to develop and progress throughout their career. For purposes of this plan, training is divided into Initial Skills Training (IST), Mission Qualification Training (MQT), Continuation Training (CT), and Development Training (DT). IST is Air Force Specialty (AFS) specific initial skills training. IST is conducted by the 334th Training Squadron (334 TRS), Keesler AFB MS. 13M1s are awarded the Air Traffic Control occupational badge upon completion of IST. MQT identifies qualifications and training requirements to become a 13M3. MQT is conducted and facilitated at an individual's first and follow-on AOF duty assignments. CT is proficiency training provided to personnel to increase their skills and knowledge beyond the achievement of CMR.