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Nov. 7, 2022
ALCOAST 445/22, Enlisted Rating Advancement Training System (ERATS) Fall 2022 Update
This ALCOAST announces updates to the advancement policy and procedures related to the Enlisted Ratings Advancement Training System (ERATS).
Oct. 3, 2022
Change to Policy and Procedures for Servicewide Exam Points
ALCOAST 367/22 announces changes to Enlistments, Evaluations, and Advancements, COMDTINST M1000.2C and ACN 103/21 , and updates cancelation date of ACN 016/22. Specifically, this ALCOAST updates the policy and procedures for Service Wide Exam (SWE) Award Points, Sea/Surf Duty Points, and Incentive Points.
Aug. 31, 2022
May 2022 Servicewide Exam Cutoffs
ALCGENL 160/22 provides the initial cutoffs for participants of the May 2022 SWE.
Aug. 24, 2022
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.
July 27, 2022
May 2021 Servicewide Exam Revised Cutoffs
ALCGENL 132/22 announces revised advancement cutoffs for participants of the May 2021 servicewide exam.
November 2021 Servicewide Exam Revised Cutoffs
ALCGENL 134/22 revises the cutoffs for participants of the November 2021 SWE.
Jan. 18, 2022
Enlisted members: SWE FAQ
Here are the key things you need to know about preparing for the SWE, plus answers to frequent questions.
ALCGENL 003/22: May 2022 Service-Wide Examination (SWE) Competition
This message announces the May 2022 SWE competition for all Ratings, except MU. IAW, Ref A, the Coast Guard has moved to a single, annual examination for all active duty enlisted members competing for advancement to pay grades E5 - E8. Commanding Officers (CO) must ensure dissemination of this ALCGENL to all active duty enlisted members in their AOR. Members planning to compete in the SWE shall be aware of the requirements and guidelines contained in this ALCGENL. Failure to do so is not justification for a waiver to compete in the SWE.
Jan. 5, 2022
November 2021 Servicewide Exam Advancement Eligibility List Posted
The November 2021 Servicewide Exam (SWE) Advancement Eligibility List is now available via the CGPortal.
Sept. 1, 2021
November 2020 Servicewide Exam Revised Cutoffs Announced
ALCGENL message 140/21 provides revised cutoffs for participants of the November 2020 servicewide exam
Aug. 6, 2021
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).
July 16, 2021
May 2021 Servicewide Exam Cutoffs Established
All Coast Guard Enlisted Message (ALCGENL) 114/21 establishes the initial cutoffs for participants of the May 2021 servicewide exam.
May 28, 2021
1-SWE coming soon
The active duty enlisted workforce will soon see a change in how often junior petty officers compete for advancement. Beginning with the May 2022 servicewide exam (SWE), the Coast Guard will move to an annual examination, eliminating the November SWE, for all active duty enlisted members competing for advancement to E5 through E8, an effort known as the 1-SWE .
May 27, 2021
One-Servicewide Exam (1-SWE), Flag Voice 548
Please see RADM Nunan's attached Flag Voice regarding One-Servicewide Exam (1-SWE)
Feb. 2, 2021
Changes to Rated Sea Time for Advancement to DC, EM, ET, and MK Ratings
ALCOAST ACN 012/21 announces updates to Enlistments, Evaluations, and Advancements, COMDTINST M1000.2 (series) regarding rated sea time for advancement in DC, EM, ET, and MK ratings. The new requirements are: a. E-6 – DC, EM, ET, MK – 12 months in designated rating in any paygrade. b. E-7 – DC, EM, ET, MK – 36 months in designated rating in any paygrade. The new sea duty requirements will go into effect for the May 2023 SWE.
Aug. 28, 2020
Sea Duty for Advancement - Not the Same as Sea Time for Points
The sea/surf duty time for advancement and points are both calculated​ based on Direct-Access data entry (e.g., PCS report / depart dates, Surfman competencies, and Career Sea Pay start / stop dates). However, different rules apply as to when the "clock stops" with regard to periods of TDY away from the CSP eligible vessel.
July 7, 2020
Enlisted Rating Advancement Training System Update
This message promulgates updated advancement policy and procedures related to the Enlisted Ratings Advancement Training System (ERATS) and provides updates to the Occupational Analysis (OA) schedule.
