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Professional development course focuses Airmen

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  • By Senior Airman Brian Ellis
  • 375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. --  In today's Air Force, professional development is key to sustaining mission capability and advancement. 

At the Enlisted Professional Enhancement Center, Airmen from different Air Force specialty codes came together Friday to attend a quarterly Airmen Enhancement Program designed to revisit instruction they had received through basic military training and the First Term Airmen's course. The program targets Airmen who have completed FTAC more than one year ago and have yet to enter Airmen Leadership School. 

"The program puts Airmen face to face with individuals who can offer mentorship and insight, and keep them aware of the opportunities that are out there," said Master Sgt. Scott Greene, 375th Force Support Squadron career assistance advisor. 

The program also presents opportunities to learn and grow as a leader as the Airmen prepare to transition into the NCO ranks. 

"I now have a better understanding of the enlisted performance report process and why supervisors make certain decisions," said Airman 1st Class Kirsten Nelson, 15th Operational Weather Squadron. "I have learned to take a more aggressive role in my own EPR process." 

The two-day program exposed Airmen to different organizations on base that provide services to help develop their careers. The briefs included education, enlisted force structure, an NCO panel, senior leadership perspective, bullet gathering and assignments as well as other professional organizations. 

"It was very helpful and informative," said Airman 1st Class Scott Sivard, 375th Communications Squadron. "I was able to get a lot of information to put my career in the direction it should be going." 

t's mandatory for a career assistance advisor to hold a NCO and Senior NCO enhancement course, but many do not have one for Airmen. 

"It is important for Airmen to remain focused and put their careers on the right path," said Sergeant Greene. "The Airmen Enhancement Program is one of the first steps in the deliberate development of an Airmen's career." 

As the Air Force continues to grow and change, the Enlisted Professional Enhancement Center at Scott has taken a step toward developing its young Airmen into future leaders.