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= Funding Certifications =
= Funding Certifications =


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== $4000 a Year for SANS ==
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== $4000 a year for SANS ==


Use your credentialing assistance to fund SANS Training: Guide [http://url.irregular.chat/msuite Here]
Use your Credentialing Assistance (CA) to fund SANS Training. Follow the [http://url.irregular.chat/msuite Guide Here].


This does count against your tuition assistance ($4000). The guide helps you reduce the SANs price to meet the annual allotment.
This funding counts against your tuition assistance ($4000). The guide helps reduce the SANS price to meet the annual CA allotment.


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== SOF Education Program (SEP) Funds Guide ==
== SOF EDUCATION PROGRAM (SEP) FUNDS GUIDE ==


Download/View Guide: [https://u.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=XZ0frk0ZchOJr4ELEVkiFyB7Ic45CmhSpaEk Link]
[https://u.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=XZ0frk0ZchOJr4ELEVkiFyB7Ic45CmhSpaEk Download/View Guide]


<blockquote>$10K FY and separate from TA/CA. Company, BC, then some SWCS signatures - fairly easy money.
SEP offers up to $10,000 per fiscal year, separate from Tuition Assistance (TA) or Credentialing Assistance (CA). This funding is designed to address specific knowledge gaps in special operations roles, supporting professional development without duplicating existing programs. SEP is not for degree programs or large group education but focuses on individual needs in special operations.
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SEP offers up to $10,000 per fiscal year, separate from Tuition Assistance (TA) or Credentialing Assistance (CA). This unique funding focuses on specific knowledge gaps in special operations roles, supporting professional development without duplicating existing service programs. SEP is not for degree programs or large group education but targets individual needs in special operations. Requests involve submission of forms like SF-182 and must comply with specific criteria, such as no planned separation within 18 months. For more details, contact the Education Office.


* Requires submission of forms like SF-182.
* Must comply with specific criteria, such as no planned separation within 18 months.
* Requests involve Company and Battalion Commander approval, followed by SWCS signatures.


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For more details, contact the Education Office.


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== Cert Cheatsheets and Resources ==
== Cert Cheatsheets and Resources ==


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=== General ===
=== General ===


[https://signal.group/#CjQKICBxB3NQ-U5e10izIulifLsQxDHp-cHHq9TFOX4mnMaSEhBM8ugZXTry5w5t_hcKgOOB Join the Signal Group] for those discussing Certifications and Training for Certifications, especially tech-related ones.
* [https://signal.group/#CjQKICBxB3NQ-U5e10izIulifLsQxDHp-cHHq9TFOX4mnMaSEhBM8ugZXTry5w5t_hcKgOOB Join the Signal Group] for discussions on certifications and training, especially tech-related ones.
* [https://cheatsheetseries.owasp.org/ OWASP Cheat Sheet Series]
* [https://www.isc2.org/Certifications/CC Free ISC2 Certification Opportunity]
* [https://github.com/devanshbatham/Awesome-Bugbounty-Writeups Bug Bounty CTF Writeups]
* [https://github.com/0xsyr0/OSCP OSCP Resources]


'' https://cheatsheetseries.owasp.org/
'' https://www.isc2.org/Certifications/CC If you have never taken a certification test, either at home or at a test center, and want to know what it is like, here is an opportunity for free.
'' [https://github.com/devanshbatham/Awesome-Bugbounty-Writeups Bug Bounty CTF Writeups] ### OSCP
'' https://github.com/0xsyr0/OSCP
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=== SANS Certs ===
=== SANS Certs ===


Looking for Sans Funding? Check out the page for [[credentialing-assistance|Credentialing Assistance]]
Looking for SANS funding? Check out the page for [[credentialing-assistance|Credentialing Assistance]].


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== CompTIA Certifications ==
== CompTIA Certifications ==


CompTIA certifications are widely recognized in the IT industry and can validate your skills and boost your career. Here’s how you can pursue this with funding assistance:
CompTIA certifications are widely recognized in the IT industry and can validate your skills and boost your career. Here’s how you can pursue them with funding assistance:
 
* Access online training modules available on the [https://usarmy.percipio.com/ Army eLearning Website]. These courses range from foundational to advanced knowledge necessary for the CompTIA exams.
* After completing your training, navigate to the ACTMS website. This platform allows you to upload routine cyber awareness training certificates and provides a section for token requests for certifications.
* Scroll to the bottom of the page to find the "Token Request" section. Fill out the necessary information detailing your certification needs.
* Submit your request and await confirmation. Once approved, you will receive a voucher code for scheduling your certification exam.


= Access online training modules available on the [https://usarmy.percipio.com/ Army eLearning Website]. These comprehensive courses are designed to provide foundational to advanced knowledge necessary for the CompTIA exams. =
**Note:** Processing times can vary (up to 6 months), so plan accordingly.
= Upon completing your training, navigate to the ACTMS website. This platform is not only for uploading your routine cyber awareness training certificates but also provides a section dedicated to token requests for further certifications. =
= Scroll to the bottom of the page to find the’ Token Request section.’ Here, you must fill out the necessary information detailing your certification needs. =
= Submit your request and await confirmation. You will receive a code for a voucher, which is essential for scheduling your certification exam. Please note that the processing time can vary (up to 6 months, they say), so it is advisable to plan accordingly. =


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=== Frequently Asked Questions ===
=== Frequently Asked Questions ===


<blockquote>Is this funding separate from the Credentialing Assistance program?
'''Q: Is this funding separate from the Credentialing Assistance program?'''
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'''Yes.''' The funding for CompTIA certifications comes from a different source and does not impact the finances allocated for the Credentialing Assistance program. It’s important to understand these are distinct funding pots, each with its application process and set of criteria.


'''A: Yes.''' The funding for CompTIA certifications comes from a different source and does not impact the finances allocated for the Credentialing Assistance program. These are distinct funding pots, each with its own application process and criteria.


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Revision as of 18:06, 3 December 2024

Funding Certifications

$4000 a Year for SANS

Use your Credentialing Assistance (CA) to fund SANS Training. Follow the Guide Here.

This funding counts against your tuition assistance ($4000). The guide helps reduce the SANS price to meet the annual CA allotment.

SOF Education Program (SEP) Funds Guide

Download/View Guide

SEP offers up to $10,000 per fiscal year, separate from Tuition Assistance (TA) or Credentialing Assistance (CA). This funding is designed to address specific knowledge gaps in special operations roles, supporting professional development without duplicating existing programs. SEP is not for degree programs or large group education but focuses on individual needs in special operations.

  • Requires submission of forms like SF-182.
  • Must comply with specific criteria, such as no planned separation within 18 months.
  • Requests involve Company and Battalion Commander approval, followed by SWCS signatures.

For more details, contact the Education Office.

Cert Cheatsheets and Resources

General

SANS Certs

Looking for SANS funding? Check out the page for Credentialing Assistance.

CompTIA Certifications

CompTIA certifications are widely recognized in the IT industry and can validate your skills and boost your career. Here’s how you can pursue them with funding assistance:

  • Access online training modules available on the Army eLearning Website. These courses range from foundational to advanced knowledge necessary for the CompTIA exams.
  • After completing your training, navigate to the ACTMS website. This platform allows you to upload routine cyber awareness training certificates and provides a section for token requests for certifications.
  • Scroll to the bottom of the page to find the "Token Request" section. Fill out the necessary information detailing your certification needs.
  • Submit your request and await confirmation. Once approved, you will receive a voucher code for scheduling your certification exam.
    • Note:** Processing times can vary (up to 6 months), so plan accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this funding separate from the Credentialing Assistance program?

A: Yes. The funding for CompTIA certifications comes from a different source and does not impact the finances allocated for the Credentialing Assistance program. These are distinct funding pots, each with its own application process and criteria.