LibGuides: 29 Palms Personal and Professional Development LibGuide: Transition Readiness

Welcome to the Career Resource Office

The Career Resource Office's mission is to provide quality transition assistance to Marines, sailors, spouses, retirees, civil servants and other authorized members. The CRO offers a variety of resources including federal resume workshops, pre-retirement seminars, local employment workshops.

In addition, our internet computer lab is equipped with computer stations complete with Microsoft Office training, typing tutors, job boards and free WI-FI access.

Contact Information

Bldg. 1526
(760) 830 - 7225 / 5955

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Self-Assesment / ITP

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: To view the NAVMC 17031 .pdf document, download the file locally (your desktop or download folder) and open the file in Adobe Reader or another .pdf reader software. Please note you will receive this message when you download it; however, you can view by following the instructions.

Second Course of Action: Please see the Career Resource Office or your Unit Transition Coordinator for the NAVMC 17031, USMC Transition Readiness Program, Self-Assessment/Transition Plan. The Self-Assessment/Transition Plan is your road map for attaining your employment, education, vocational, and entrepreneurial goals and will help you successfully transition to civilian life. Complete your plan, considering this is a living document that will be modified as you transition.

NAVMC 17031: SELF ASSESSMENT/INDIVIDUAL TRANSITION PLAN
The primary purpose of this assessment is to develop a plan for attaining employment, education, vocational, and entrepreneurial goals for transitioning Service Members in support of the Transition Readiness Program (TRP).

Managing Your Transition (MY Transition)

Managing Your Transition (My Transition) Participant Guide
This course emphasizes the importance of preparing for transition from military service into the civilian sector and provides an overview of the Transition Assistance Program.

Military Occupational Crosswalk (MOC) GAP Analysis

Military Occupational Crosswalk | GAP Analysis Participant Guide
This course assists with identifying skills, and demonstrates how to translate skills, training and experience into civilian credentialing appropriate for civilian jobs.
Military Occupational Crosswalk | GAP Analysis Fillable Form

Managing Your Education (MY Education)

Managing Your Education (My Education) Participant Guide
This course, designed for anyone pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, includes information on choosing a field of study, selecting an institution, gaining admission, and funding your education.

GI Bill Comparison Tool
Learn about and compare your GI Bill benefits at approved schools, employers, and VET TEC providers.
Weams Institution Search
Learn about GI Bill benefits at different schools an find out which schools we’ve approve

College Comparison Worksheet Fillable
GI Bill Comparison All Schools Data
VA is making it easier to research colleges and employers approved for the GI Bill.

Financial Planning for Transition

Financial Planning for Transition Participant Guide
This course provides transitioning Service members with an understanding of how transition may impact their finances, and provides the tools and resources for a successful financial transition.
Financial Planning Worksheet for Career Transition
Two page fillable document.
Fillable Financial Planning Worksheet
Five page fillable document.
Financial Planning Worksheet for Career Transition Excel Budget
A comprehensive eight-tab Excel document.

VA Benefits and Services

VA Benefits and Services Participant Guide
This course explains how to navigate your transition journey with Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits and services, including: supporting yourself and your family, getting career ready, finding a place to live, maintaining your health, and connecting with your community.

Department of Labor Employment Fundamentals of Career Transition (EFCT)

Department of Labor Employment Fundamentals of Career Transition (EFCT) Participant Guide
This course lays the foundation for transition from military to civilian careers by introducing essential tools and resources needed to evaluate career options, gain information for civilian employment, and understand the fundamentals of the employment process.

Women’s Health Transition Training

Women’s Health Transition Training Participant Guide
This course helps transitioning Servicewomen and recently separated women Veterans understand the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care benefits and services available to them, including available women's health services, how to enroll in VA health care and other transition assistance tools and resources.

TRS Information 2023

Please send all questions regarding the Transition Readiness Program to the following persons and email addresses:

Anita Angle: (760) 830-7225 / 5995 – anita.angle@usmc.mil and McArthur Wright: (760) 830-4029 – mcarthur.wright@usmc.mil.

STEP 1-INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING WITHIN 24-18 MONTHS OF EAS
Starting Point: This file details the required steps and documents for the initial counseling appointment, pre-separation counseling, and transition readiness program, including online forms, assessments, transcripts, and workshop materials.
STEP 2-PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING WORKSHOP WITHIN 24-18 MONTHS OF EAS
After the face-to-face individualized initial counseling is done, service members will be set up for pre-separation counseling by the P&PD staff. Like the IC, this counseling must begin at least 365 days before transitioning out of the service. Pre-Separation counseling provides essential information about the benefits, entitlements, and resources available to service members transitioning out of the military. Caregivers and spouses and the service member are strongly encouraged to attend this counseling session.
STEP 3-TRANSITION READINESS SEMINAR WITHIN 14-12 MONTHS OF EAS
Transition Assistance Program (TAP) online course. Using TAP online courses to complete mandatory requirements will only be accepted with advance approval and instruction from transition readiness staff. Please get in touch with McArthur Wright (760) 830-4033; McArthur.Wright@usmc.mil - (Assistant Career Resource Manager) or Chris Ward (760) 830-4029; Christopher.L.Ward@usmc.mil - (Career Resource Manager).
STEP 4-CAPSTONE REVIEW WITH TRS ADVISOR (REQUIRED DOCUMENTS)
Capstone is the culmination of the transition process and occurs NLT 90 days preceding anticipated separation, retirement, demobilization, or deactivation. Using the DD Form 2958, the CO (or designee), as scheduled by their UTC, personally interviews each separating Marine to determine if the Marine has met CRS, has a viable plan to transition from military to civilian life, and has been provided a warm handover to connect with external agencies that offer additional assistance.

Transitioning Marines will attend the TRS and complete the required documentation throughout the M4LC. Installation P&PD staff will review Career Readiness Standards (CRS); CO (or designee) will verify whether Marines have met or not met CRS as defined in MCO 1700.31 prior to Capstone.

In the case of eligible AD Marines with an unanticipated separation of less than 90 days or fewer before discharge or release from AD, Capstone will be completed NLT the date of separation as reflected on the DD Form 214.

The P&PD staff shall review the Marine’s DD Form 2958 before signing Capstone
1. Individual Transition Plan
2. Gap Analysis (Military Occupational Crosswalk)
3. Budget/Financial Planning Worksheet
4. Resume, Resume Executive, or Resume Combination
STEP 5-COMMANDERS VERIFICATION (CAPSTONE INTERVIEW)
Once your capstone review is completed with your P&PD advisor, then you will need to schedule your commander’s verification (capstone interview) with your company commander. NOTE *This needs to be done at least three months out from your EAS*
INSTRUCTIONS ON TRACKING YOUR EFORM
Follow this step-by-step guide to track the progress and/or download your eForm.
FINAL STEP OUTBOUND INTERVIEW EFORM UPLOAD
The final step is to go back to the https://milconnect.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect/ website and save an electronic copy (PDF) of the finalized DD2648 form. Deliver or email a copy to your respective UTC to run Marine Corps Training Information Management System (MCTIMS) TA/TZ codes, and one copy will need to be uploaded to your MOL Outbound Interview for when you start your checkout process.
TRANSITION READINESS PROGRAM 1700.31- INSPECTORS GENERAL CHECKLIST

TRANSITION STAFF CONTACT INFO

Chris Ward – christopher.l.ward@usmc.mil - (Career Resource Manager) 760-830-4029

McArthur Wright – mcarthur.wright@usmc.mil - (Assistant Career Resource Manager) 760-830-4033

Ben Goulet – benjamin.goulet@usmc.mil - (Personal & Professional Development Advisor) 760-830-6267

Stewart West – stewart.west@usmc.mil - (Personal & Professional Development Advisor) 760-830-6976

Bryan Corker – bryan.corker@usmc.mil - (Personal & Professional Development Advisor/ Assistant FMEAP Coordinator) 760-830-6266

Anita Angle – anita.angle@usmc.mil (Personal & Professional Development Advisor Admin) 760-830-7225 / 5995

(Skillbridge Coordinator) 760-830-4031

(Family Member Employment Assistance Program) 760-830-4030

Resumes by MOS, Civilian Resumes, Resume Executive, or Resume Combination

Resumes by MOS
Download pre-made resumes, organized by MOS code.
Civilian Resumes
Download pre-made resumes that include civilian job duties.

Important Transition Websites

VA Separations Health Assessment Form Part A
If filing through a Benefits Delivery at Discharge or Integrated Disability Evaluation System, you must complete the Separation Health Assessment DBQ - Part A.
VA Public Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)
DBQs help collect necessary medical information to process your disability claims. You can use these forms to submit medical evidence from your health care providers. This information helps to support your claims for disability benefits. Please have your health care provider fill out and submit the appropriate forms for your claimed conditions.
Disability Manual (38 CFR Book C, Chapter 4)
The "38 CFR Book C" refers to Title 38 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part C, which contains the "Schedule for Rating Disabilities." This schedule is used by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in the United States to determine the level of disability compensation for veterans based on the severity of their service-connected disabilities.

The Schedule for Rating Disabilities outlines specific criteria for evaluating different disabilities and assigns a percentage of disability to each condition. The assigned percentage corresponds to the level of compensation the veteran is entitled to receive. The higher the disability rating, the higher the monetary compensation the veteran will receive.

The schedule covers a wide range of medical conditions, including physical disabilities, mental health conditions, and other illnesses or injuries related to military service. The disability ratings are usually determined by VA medical examiners based on medical evidence and documentation provided by the veteran.
Disability Calculator
Find a VA Form
Search Accredited Attorneys, Claims Agents, or Veterans Service Organizations (VSO) Representatives
National Association Of County Veteran Service Officers
Military Health System (MHS Genesis)
Apply for a Veteran ID Card

ADDITIONAL TRANSITION RESOURCES

VA Benefits 101
An introductory program that educates veterans and their families about the various benefits and services available through the VA.
VA Education Benefits for Spouses and Dependent Children
Provides educational assistance to the spouses and children of veterans, helping them pursue their academic goals.
Disability Compensation
Offers financial support to veterans who have service-related disabilities or injuries that impact their daily lives.
VA Home Loan Guaranty Program
Assists veterans in obtaining home loans with favorable terms and conditions, making homeownership more accessible.
VA Life Insurance Benefits
Offers life insurance coverage options for veterans and their families to ensure financial security.
Mental Health for Families
Provides mental health resources and support for the families of veterans, recognizing the impact of service-related experiences on their well-being.
Social and Emotional Health Resources
Offers resources to help veterans and their families maintain healthy social and emotional well-being.
Community Integration Resources
Provides resources and support to help veterans transition back into civilian life and integrate into their communities.
Survivor and Casualty Assistance Resources
Provides support and assistance to the families of deceased veterans, helping them navigate benefits and resources during difficult times.

SkillsBridge

SkillsBridge intake sheet
Used for service members to take to their command and begin the PTAD process.
MARADMIN

29 Palms Personal and Professional Development LibGuide: Transition Readiness