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Army Community Service (ACS) |
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Promotion Points |
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| Did you know that Army Community Service (ACS) offers promotion points to E6 and below. Approved on 29 July 2002 by the Total Army Personnel Command, this program is now available through the U.S. Army Community and Family Support Center’s (USACFSC). Wondering how it works? It’s simple, attend *40 hours of ACS courses and earn 4 points. The points may not seem to be a lot, but when you’re at 388 and need 391, it can make a difference. For every 10 hours of courses you take, you earn 1 point, with a maximum of 4 points. For courses to count towards your points, you must receive a DA Form 87 from the instructor. Courses include: |
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Financial Readiness Program targets several areas that promote financial literacy and financial wellness. Courses focus on how to get control of your finances, budgeting basics, credit management, banking and checking accounts, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), car buying, basic investing, home buying and much more. |
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Operation READY (Resources for Educating About Deployment & You) courses are designed to prepare Soldiers the challenges of deployment. All aspects are covered, post deployment, deployment and reunion/reintegration. Courses include: Family Readiness Group (FRG) training, the Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP) and Rear Detachment Training. |
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Employment Readiness Program offers a variety of career development courses that are designed to increase the employability of Soldiers in their military career as well as their civilian career. |
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New Parent Support Program curriculum is offered to assist Soldiers in increasing their knowledge about child health and development. Courses enhance communication and help in fostering a positive parent/child relationship. |
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Participating in courses offered by ACS will not only increase your knowledge base, but will also enhance your career! Not to mention, you’All move to your next rank a little faster and increase the productivity of your personal and financial life. The knowledge gained today will determine the quality of life you attain tomorrow. For more information on course dates and times, or for more details on how the program works, stop by the Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 1526 or call (719) 526-4590. |
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* Mandatory courses such as First Term Training and New Parent Support Program courses taken as a result of a recommended Family Advocacy Case Review Committee treatment plan will not count towards 40 hours. |
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