THE U.S. NAVY CHIEF PETTY OFFICER TOOLBOX
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Preparation for CPO
Selection Board - Review This Checklist
Navy Storekeeper.com has created a "Step-by-Step" approach checklist for First
Class Petty Officers to prepare for their CPO Advancement Exam Cycle and potential
Selection Board eligibility.
[ click here ] |
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Presentations -
Recent MCPO, SCPO & CPO Selection Factors
After completion of a Selection Board, a "Factors for Selection" are normally
distributed.
[ click here for FY08 MCPO ]
[ click here for FY07 SCPO ]
[ click here for FY08 CPO ] |
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Presentation -
"Going From Blue Shirt to Khaki"
This is a great presentation, provided by one First Class Petty Officer to his fellow PO1s
-- the US PACFLT Command Career Counselor. Power Point Presentation you can download
below.
[ click here ] |
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| SELECTION BOARD
INFORMATION |
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FY09
MCPO, SCPO or CPO SELECTION BOARD APPLICATION - [ click here ]
To apply for participation as a Selection Board Member or Recorder for either
Board.
FY09 CPO SELECTION BOARD APPLICABLE NAVADMIN MESSAGES - [ 139/07
] [ 215/07
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NAVADMIN messages regarding FY09 CPO Advancement cycle are: 139/07 and 215/07.
FY09 MCPO/SCPO SELECTION BOARD APPLICABLE NAVADMIN
MESSAGE - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN message regarding FY09 MCPO/SCPO Advancement cycle: 165/07. |
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| CHIEF PETTY OFFICER
PROGRAMS |
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ADVANCED
EDUCATION VOUCHER APPLICABLE NAVADMIN MESSAGE - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN message regarding the FY08 AEV Program is:: 237/07.
SENIOR ENLISTED ACADEMY APPLICABLE NAVADMIN MESSAGE - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN message on application procedure to the Senior Enlisted Academy
is: 170/07.
CMC / CSC APPLICABLE NAVADMIN MESSAGE - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN message on application for Command Master/Senior Chief programs: 208/07.
SENIOR ENLISTED EDUCATION POLICY APPLICABLE
NAVADMIN MESSAGE - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN message announcing policy review on best advancement application:
150/07.
LCPO & LPO LEADERSHIP CONTINUUM APPLICABLE
NAVADMIN MESSAGE - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN message announcing requirements/waiver for these leadership
courses 339/06. |
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| INFORMATIVE CHIEF
PETTY OFFICER WEB SITES |
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SENIOR
ENLISTED ACADEMY OFFICIAL WEB SITE - [ click
here ]
Official information site for The Senior Enlisted Academy, located in
Newport, Rhode Island
SENIOR ENLISTED ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION - [ click here ]
A non-profit corporation dedicated to supporting The Senior Enlisted
Academy and alumni.
THE GOATLOCKER.ORG - [ click here ]
Outstanding site for all Chiefs maintained by MMCM Greg Peterman (ret) - a
great resource.
CAREER SHEETS ON: CHIEFS, SENIOR CHIEFS &
MASTER CHIEFS - [ click
here ]
An informative career progression to review for the Chief's community at
Military.com.
CPO SELECTIONS BOARD RESULTS SINCE 1997 -
[ click
here ]
Provided by the Goatlocker.org -- Master Chief, Senior Chief, and Chief
results. |
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| CHIEF PETTY OFFICER
ADVANCEMENT STUDY INFORMATION |
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CPO
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS, NAVEDTRA 14144 - [ click here ]
The official NAVEDTRA to complete your Chief Petty Officer Military
Requirements.
PROFESSIONAL MILITARY KNOWLEDGE STUDY FOR JAN08 EXAM - [ click here ]
Provided by Navy Storekeeper.com -- PMK References & study guide
material - Active Duty.
PROFESSIONAL MILITARY KNOWLEDGE STUDY FOR FEB08 EXAM - [ click here ]
Provided by Navy Storekeeper.com -- PMK References & study guide
material - Reserves.
LCPO LEADERSHIP COURSE STUDENT GUIDE -
[ click here ]
The Leading Chief Petty Officer Leadership Course required for
advancement. |
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| IMPORTANT 2007 NAVY
NEWS FROM PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE |
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NAVY
WAIVES ADVANCEMENT EXAMS FOR SELECT GWOT SAILORS - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN released 13 Dec provides guidance for administerring exams to
GWOT deployers.
NAVY TO FUND PROFESSIONAL CREDNTIALING EXAMS FOR SAILORS - [ click
here ]
Occupational credentials can receive funding to pay for approved
credentialing exams.
TASK FORCE LIFE/WORK TEAMS BRING ROADSHOW TO SAILORS - [ 159/07
] [ 205/07
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NAVADMIN messages on this new program promoted by roadshows: 159/07 &
205/07.
FINAL MULTIPLE SCORES INCREASE FOR SAILORS WITH
DEGREES - [ click here ]
CNP announced introduction of education points into the E4-E6 FMS for
advancement.
NAVY PROGRAM CAN "SCORE" SAILORS
ADVANCEMENT, BONUSES - [ click
here ]
Reenlist and may be eligible for automatic advancement via the SCORE
program
PREPARING FOR CHIEF SHOULD INCLUDE A RECORDS
REVIEW - [ click
here ]
Prospective CPOs reminded to prep & ensure service records are
complete, correct & current.
NAVY PROVIDES EXCEPTIONAL CARE FOR FAMILY
MEMBERS - [ click
here ]
Program for medical, educational & personnel support for families with
special needs.
NETC SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR ADVANCED EDUCATION
VOUCHER PROGRAM - [ click
here ]
Program designed to provide advanced education opportunities for senior
enlisted.
STA-21 PROVIDES COMMISSIONING PATH FOR ENLISTED
SAILORS - [ click
here ]
Article on selections made each year in October - and links to the
instruction for application.
CNO REMINDS COMMANDS IMPORTANCE OF IA FAMILY
SUPPORT - [ click
here ]
For sailors on IA deployments, here is a list by the CNO on IA Family
Support available.
CNO TO NEW CHIEFS -- GET OUT THERE AND LEAD -
[ click
here ]
Tells new Chiefs once they put on khakis, he expects them to lead, every
single day.
CNO: MEDICAL READINESS IS EVERYONE'S
RESPONSIBILITY - [ click here ]
Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) details maintaining medical/dental
standards worldwide.
WEAR TESTING FOR NEW NAVY UNIFORMS ANNOUNCED -
[ click
here ]
Limited wear testing of new uniform proto types starts late this fall or
early winter.
NAVY'S NEW "PACT" WITH UNDESIGNATED
SAILORS - [ click here ]
Program moinitors apprenticeship training leading to career within 2 years
at 1st command.
DEERS UPDATES FIRST STOP AFTER LIFE-CHANGING
EVENTS - [ click
here ]
Sailors to update DEERS after a life-changing event, such as marriage, or
birth of a child.
CNO APPROVES PHYSICAL FITNESS UNIFORM -
[ click
here ]
The CNO approved the first Navy physical fitness uniform for all Sailors
E-1 through O-10.
FINAL MULTIPLE FORMULA SHARPENS COMPETITION FOR
ADVANCEMENT - [ click here ]
Emphasis on performance marks in calculating FMS gives more control over
advancement.
RECRUITING LOOKING FOR THIRD CLASS PETTY
OFFICERS - [ click here ]
CNRC is planning to add nearly 200 E-4 billets to its recruiting force.
DISASTER MUSTER TOOL HELPS DURING HURRICANE
SEASON - [ click
here ]
Pulls muster info from multiple sources & designed to conduct central
accounting of an area.
ASSOC DEGREE REQUIREMENT RESCINDED FOR E8
ADVANCEMENT - [ click here ]
Rescinded the requirement for CPOs to have their associates degree SCPO
eligibility.
SPONSOR ASSIGNMENT AID TOOL CONNECTS SAILORS,
COMMANDS - [ click
here ]
Encouraging use of the Sponsor Assignment Aid (SAA) tool in contacting
next command.
INSTRUCTION UNDERSCORES NAVY'S COMMITMENT TO
FAMILY ISSUES - [ click here ]
OPNAVINST 6000.1C, Navy Guidelines Concerning Pregnancy and Parenthood
updated.
TASK FORCE CREATED TO ENHANCE SAILORS' LIFE/WORK
BALANCE - [ click here ]
NAVADMIN 159/07 to implement polices to enhance Sailors’ life/work
balance.
MORE SAILORS ELIGIBLE FOR SEA DUTY INCENTIVE PAY
- [ click here ]
Expansion of SDIP program in NAVADMIN 162/07, making more eligible for
extra pay.
NAVY REVISES SPECIAL DUTY ASSIGNMENT PAY -
[ click
here ]
Some may see more money per NAVADMIN 140/07, which revised pay levels for
SDAP.
"CIMS" DESIGNED TO REACH EVERY SAILOR -
[ click
here ]
Primary tool for CCCs, CMCs and senior leaders to manage/educate Sailors
on careers.
NPC WEB SITE VALUABLE ASSET TO BOARD ELIGIBLES -
[ click
here ]
The NPC Web site is proving to be a great asset to those eligible for
promotion boards.
"PERFORM TO SERVE" WEB SITE TO REQUIRE
CAC LOG-IN - [ click
here ]
PTS site will require log in using a Command Access Card (CAC) to ensure
better security.
BUPERS ONLINE TO PROCESS OVERSEAS SCREENING
RESULTS - [ click
here ]
Commands expecting sailors for overseas/remote duty can see suitability
results on BOL.
WELLNESS NEWSLETTER GIVES SAILORS INFO ON HEALTH
INITIATIVES - [ click
here ]
Navy Wellness promoting healthier lifestyles for sailors/families with new
online newsletter.
RESERVES OFFERING TWO-YEAR DEFERMENT ON
DEPLOYMENT - [ click
here ]
Deferment of involuntary mobilization to join Reserves within 6 months active duty
release.
ELLIPTICAL / STATIONARY BIKE BECOME PRT CARDIO
OPTIONS - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN 11/07 spells out the details for use of ellipticals/stationary
bikes as PRT options. |
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| PROGRAMS CHIEFS USE
TO SUPPORT THEIR SAILORS & JOBS |
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HELP
YOUR SAILORS UNDERSTAND "CMS INTERACTIVE DETAILING"- [ click here ]
Web system allows sailors to view available jobs & make applications
through the CCC.
THE PERFORM TO SERVE PROGRAM - [ click here ]
Levels ratings from overmanned to undermanned, & screening 1st term sailors.
THE CAREER MANANAGEMENT SYMPOSIUM BRIEFINGS - [ click
here ]
Infor briefs provided at scheduled Career Management Symposiums around the world.
USING THE NAVY KNOWLEDGE ONLINE WEB SITE - [ click here ]
Provide your sailors a 3-Minute Tutorial Guide on how to best utilize the NKO web site.
FY2008 GENERAL MILITARY TRAINING INFORMATION -
[ click here ]
Download the FY08 GMT Admin Guide on subjects for the year and where to
find them.
THE LIMITED DUTY OFFICER/CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER
PROGRAM - [ click here ]
NPC web page for application & info for the LDO / CWO Program - main
instruction link.
THE STA-21 ENLISTED-TO-OFFICER COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS - [ click here ]
Main site with full program overview of commissioning programs available
through STA-21.
THE NAVY PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT PROGRAM - [ click here ]
The New PFA instruction, all NAVADMIN updates, and links to CFL courses.
KNOW PROCESSES TO COMPLETE SAILOR FITREPS AND
EVALUATIONS - [ click here ]
One location at NPC web site for all instructions, applicable NAVADMINs,
forms, FAQs, etc.
READ UP ON THE NAVY PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM
- [ click
here ]
Program developed to encourage a life-long habit of reading & learning
amongst our sailors.
KNOW HOW TO UTILILZE THE COMMAND OMBUDSMAN - [ click
here ]
Ombudsman is a volunteer, appointed by CO, serves as link between command
& families.
CREATING AN EFFECTIVE COMMAND DEVELOPMENT BOARD PROGRAM - [ click here ]
Utilize our Navy SK.com CDB Page for instructions and templates to develop
effective CDBs.
UTILIZE THE NAVY'S SPONSOR PROGRAM TO WELCOME
NEW SAILORS - [ click here ]
Encouragement to use SAA tool in seeking a sponsor from next command.
BRIEFING ON HOW THE THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN WORKS - [
click here
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An attractive investment option with unique benefits for military members.
CHIEFS SHOULD READ UP ON "ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE" PROGRAMS -
[ click
here ]
Navy Leaderr's Guide on all Alcohol & Drug Abuse, Suicide, &
Depression programs.
CHIEFS SHOULD READ UP ON "SEXUAL ASSAULT" PROGRAMS - [ click
here ]
Navy Leader's Guide on all Sexual Assault, Victim Assault, & Sexual
Harassment programs.
CHIEFS SHOULD READ UP ON THE "EFM
PROGRAM" - [ click here ]
Addresses special needs of exceptional family members during assignment
process
CHIEFS SHOULD READ UP ON THE "AAP
PROGRAM" - [ click
here ]
MILPERSMAN on process for Accelerated Advancement Program for
"A" School graduates.
READ MILPERSMAN ABOUT "FAMILY DEPENDENCY
CERTIFICATES" - [ click here ]
Single parents and dual military couples, complete their Family Care
Plans.
READ UP ON FAMILY ASSISTANCE & RELOCATION
PROGRAMS AVAILABLE - [ click here ]
For access info about communities in which sailors reside or where they
may be relocating. |
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| LATEST PROGRAM
POLICIES & MESSSAGES |
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ADVANCEMENT
EXAM MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 336/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 304/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 303/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 301/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 300/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 215/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 214/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 183/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 141/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 139/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 093/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 037/07 - [ click
here ]
STAY NAVY CAMPAIGN GUIDANCE MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 332/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 255/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 227/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 197/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 168/07 - [ click
here ]
RATINGS MERGER MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 319/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 250/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 118/07 - [ click
here ]
PROFESSIONAL APPRENTICESHIP CAREER TRACKS PROGRAM -
NAVADMIN 318/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVY UNIFORM MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 004/08 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 310/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN 311/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 217/07 - [ click
here ]
CAREER SCHOOLS LIST FOR STAR & SCORE
PROGRAMS -
NAVADMIN 307/07 - [ click
here ]
GUIDANCE FOR PREPARATION OF PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS -
NAVADMIN 298/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 138/07 - [ click
here ]
GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM (GWOT) SUPPORT MESSAGES
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NAVADMIN 003/08 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 136/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN 002/08 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 085/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN 355/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 083/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN 297/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 038/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVADMIN 085/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVY FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR CREDENTIALING EXAMS (NAVY COOL) -
NAVADMIN 293/07 - [ click
here ]
SELECTIVE REENLISTMENT BONUS (SRB) MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 292/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 251/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 125/07 - [ click
here ]
WHY WE SERVE OUTREACH PROGRAM MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 291/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 207/07 - [ click
here ],
NAVADMIN 123/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 030/07 - [ click
here ]
TRAFFIC RISK PLANNING SYSTEMS (TRIPS) MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 290/07 - [ click
here ],
VOTING ASSISTANCE OFFICER AND VITA PROGRAM
GUIDANCE MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 289/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 288/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVY FAMILY ACCOUNTABILITY MESSAAGES -
NAVADMIN 280/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 273/07 - [ click
here ]
SENIOR ENLISTED LEADERSHIP COURSE, ACADEMY
MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 283/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 170/07 - [ click
here ]
SCHEDULE MESSAGE FOR MTT, CMEO & CTTI
COURSES & TRAINING TEAMS -
NAVADMIN 286/07 - [ click
here ]
FY2008 GENERAL MILITARY TRAINING (GMT) MESSAGE -
NAVADMIN 268/07 - [ click
here ]
SEAMAN TO ADMIRAL STA-21 PROGRAM MESSAGES -
NAVDMIN 256/07 - [ click
here ]
CAREER RENLISTMENT DIRECTIVES (CREO) MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 244/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 054/07 - [ click
here ]
ADVANCED EDUCATION VOUCHER (AEV) PROGRAM MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 237/07 - [ click
here ]
INDIVIDUAL MEDICAL READINESS MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 233/07 - [ click
here ]
COMMAND MASTER/SENIOR CHIEF PROGRAM MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 208/07 - [ click
here ],
TASK FORCE LIFE/WORK (TFLW) MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 205/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 159/07 - [ click
here ]
U.S. NAVY FAMILY CARE POLICY MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 204/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 157/07 - [ click
here ]
LIMITED DUTY OFFICER / WARRANT OFFICER PROGRAM
MESSAGES-
NAVADMIN 190/07 - [ click
here ]
DEATH GRATUITY BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION MESSAGE -
NAVDMIN 189/07 - [ click
here ]
RATING ENTRY FOR GENERAL APPRENTICES (REGA) MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 363/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 166/07 - [ click
here ]
SEA DUTY INCENTIVE PAY (SDIP) PROGRAM MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 162/07 - [ click
here ]
NAVY OFF-DUTY EDUCATION POLICY MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 161/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 150/07 - [ click
here ]
SPECIAL DUTY ASSIGNMENT PAY (SDAP) MESSAGES -
NAVADMIN 140/07 - [ click
here ]
PERSONAL FINANCIAL & THRIFT SAVINGS MESSAGES
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NAVADMIN 058/07 - [ click
here ], NAVADMIN 056/07 - [ click
here ] |
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Chief Petty Officer
resources at Goatlocker.org |
MCPON Guidance for the CPO
Mess "Chief Petty Officers are first and foremost deckplate
leaders charged with developing Sailors and enforcing standards". - MCPON Campa.
CPO History
and Traditions cover the gamut from changing to the khaki hat from the white hat to
guidance for a CPO dining in, a custom unique to the military.CPO
Anecdotes vary from poems, to articles, to short stories about CPOs or for CPOs. Some
are humerous while others are very serious.
About CPOs
is a section of links to information about senior leaders of the CPO communities, articles
written about CPOs, articles written by CPOs and other short sections about the values of
CPOs.
Downloads
is section that has links to a screensaver, graphics for CPOs, a CPO skin for IPQ plus and
a program that has computer sound bells on the hald half hour and hour. All are in the
public domain for your use but may not be sold. |
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