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THE U.S. NAVY CHIEF PETTY OFFICER TOOLBOX

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. 

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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 ]
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.

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SELECTION BOARD INFORMATION
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 ]
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.
CHIEF PETTY OFFICER PROGRAMS
ADVANCED EDUCATION VOUCHER APPLICABLE NAVADMIN MESSAGE - [ click here ]
NAVADMIN message regarding the FY08 AEV Program is:: 237/07.

SENIOR ENLISTED ACADEMY APPLICABLE NAVADMIN MESSAGE -
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NAVADMIN message on application procedure to the Senior Enlisted Academy is: 170/07.

CMC / CSC APPLICABLE NAVADMIN MESSAGE -
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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.
INFORMATIVE CHIEF PETTY OFFICER WEB SITES
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
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A non-profit corporation dedicated to supporting The Senior Enlisted Academy and alumni.

THE GOATLOCKER.ORG
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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.
CHIEF PETTY OFFICER ADVANCEMENT STUDY INFORMATION
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
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Provided by Navy Storekeeper.com -- PMK References & study guide material - Active Duty.

PROFESSIONAL MILITARY KNOWLEDGE STUDY FOR FEB08 EXAM
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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.
IMPORTANT 2007 NAVY NEWS FROM PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE
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
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Occupational credentials can receive funding to pay for approved credentialing exams.

TASK FORCE LIFE/WORK TEAMS BRING ROADSHOW TO SAILORS
- [ 159/07 ] [ 205/07 ]
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.
PROGRAMS CHIEFS USE TO SUPPORT THEIR SAILORS & JOBS
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 -
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Levels ratings from overmanned to undermanned, & screening 1st term sailors.

THE CAREER MANANAGEMENT SYMPOSIUM BRIEFINGS
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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
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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
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Ombudsman is a volunteer, appointed by CO, serves as link between command & families.

CREATING AN EFFECTIVE COMMAND DEVELOPMENT BOARD PROGRAM
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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 ]
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
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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.
LATEST PROGRAM POLICIES & MESSSAGES
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
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NAVADMIN 319/07 - [ click here ], NAVADMIN 250/07 - [ click here ],
NAVADMIN 118/07 - [ click here ]

PROFESSIONAL APPRENTICESHIP CAREER TRACKS PROGRAM
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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
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NAVADMIN 298/07 - [ click here ], NAVADMIN 138/07 - [ click here ]

GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM (GWOT) SUPPORT MESSAGES -
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
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NAVADMIN 292/07 - [ click here ], NAVADMIN 251/07 - [ click here ],
NAVADMIN 125/07 - [ click here ]

WHY WE SERVE OUTREACH PROGRAM MESSAGES
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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
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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
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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
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NAVADMIN 237/07 - [ click here ]

INDIVIDUAL MEDICAL READINESS MESSAGES
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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
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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
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NAVADMIN 162/07 - [ click here ]

NAVY OFF-DUTY EDUCATION POLICY MESSAGES
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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 -
NAVADMIN 058/07 - [ click here ], NAVADMIN 056/07 - [ click here ]

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Leadership Links:
Family & Sailor Support
Individual Augmentee Section at LIFELines web site
As more Sailors become actively involved in the GWOT, special information has been developed to support families of IA Units.

Individual Augmentee  Info web site for sailors & families
at the Navy Fleet & Family Support web site

Ultimate Links List - programs for sailors/families
from the National Military Family Assn web site
Chief Petty Officer
articles & information
We Don't Need Another Academy
article printed in Proceedings, February 2007

Purpose of this site is to develop, maintain & provide
quality U.S. Armed Forces rank
insignia media, free of charge.
at NavyStandard.com

The History of the U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer
from Navy Historical Center

History of the CPO Cap Device
from the San Diego Navy Historical Association
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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