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About ADV Branch
Enlisted Advancements (Links to Advancement Announcements, Advancement Lists & Advancement Requirements)
Fall 2020 SWE Frequently Asked Questions
Leadership and Management School (LAMS) Completion Deadline for Servicewide Exam Participation Waiver Process Guidance
Service Validation
Statements of Creditable Service
Transcripts of Sea Service (TOSS)
Estimated Earnings During Military Service
Retirement Points
ADV Branch Functions: Under the general direction and supervision of the Chief, Customer Service Division, the Chief, Advancements Branch shall:
Note: PERSONNEL SERVICE CENTER, ENLISTED PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT (EPM-3) provides oversight and management of the Enlisted Evaluation System (EES).
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May 21, 2020
Meritorious Advancement of Enlisted Personnel
The Meritorious Advancement Program (MAP) is a talent management program designed to recognize superior performance and exceptional adherence to our core values that, in an Advancement Authority’s judgment, clearly warrant advancement. MAP provides the process to advance Petty Officers without participation in the servicewide examination (SWE) competition. Meritorious advancement is limited to pay grades E-4 and E-5 to the next higher paygrade
March 3, 2020
Drilling for Points Only - Guidance and Clarification Released
All CG Reserve (ALCGRSV) message 011/20 provides guidance and clarification regarding drilling for reserve points only. Also visit PSC's website a memo template and more information. https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/PSC/Reserve-Personnel-Management-PSC-RPM/RPM-3/Individual-Ready-Reserve-IRR/Drill-for-Points-Only/
Feb. 28, 2020
Servicewide Examination (SWE) Guide
The Servicewide Examination (SWE) Guide provides detailed descriptions on how a SWE works along with what processes and procedures are required to be followed by members and their commands to ensure a successful SWE cycle.
Dec. 13, 2019
November 2019 SWE Advancement Eligibility List Posted
The advancement eligibility list from the November 2019 servicewide exam is posted on CG Portal
Dec. 5, 2019
October 2 019 Reserve Servicewide Exam (SWE) Advancement Eligibility List
October 2019 Reserve Servicewide Exam (SWE) Advancement Eligibility List is posted on the CG Portal
Dec. 2, 2019
PPC Customer/SPO Newsletter
The November issue of our newsletter is now online. The newsletter contains articles and messages posted to the PPC website during the month - an "In case you missed it" summary.
Nov. 27, 2019
Coast Guard Implements Master Chief Advancement Panel for Advancement to E-9
ALCGENL 220/19 announces the implementation of the Master Chief Advancement Panel (MCAP) for advancement to E-9. The MCAP will convene annually, beginning in 2020, to select eligible active duty Senior Chief Petty Officers for advancement to Master Chief Petty Officer.
Nov. 1, 2019
Additional SWE Points for Electronics Technicians (ET)
ETs serving in GWS billets, as identified by EPM-2 and the ET RFMC, in support of MK92, MK48, MK38, and CIWS may receive two (2) SWE points for their assignment beginning with the May 2020 SWE.
June 28, 2019
May 2019 Servicewide Exam (SWE) Advancement Eligibility List
The May 2019 Servicewide Exam (SWE) Advancement Eligibility List is now available via the CGPortal.
Oct. 29, 2018
Leadership and Management School (LAMS) Completion Deadline for Servicewide Exam Waiver Process Guidance
PPC (ADV) has created a process guide which provides reference to policy, procedures and information on submitting Leadership and Management School (LAMS) completion deadline waivers to PPC. LAMS completion deadline waivers are available to allow for certain provisions where individuals are unable to complete LAMS prior to the Servicewide Examination Eligibility Date (SED).