Army Programs Flashcards
What does ASAP stand for?
Army Substance Abuse Program
AR 600-85 Mar 2006
What is the mission of ASAP?
The ASAP’s mission is to strengthen the overall fitness and effectiveness of the Army’s total workforce and to
enhance the combat readiness of its Soldiers.
(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 1-30 / PDF 19)
What are the objectives of ASAP?
Increase individual fitness and overall unit readiness.
Provide services, which are adequate and responsive to the needs of the total workforce and emphasize alcohol
and other drug abuse deterrence, prevention, education, and treatment.
Implement alcohol and other drug risk reduction and prevention strategies that respond to potential problems
before they jeopardize readiness, productivity, and careers.
Restore to duty those substance-impaired Soldiers who have the potential for continued military service.
Provide effective alcohol and other drug abuse prevention and education at all levels of command, and encourage
commanders to provide alcohol and drug-free leisure activities.
Ensure all military and civilian personnel assigned to ASAP staff are appropriately trained and experienced to
accomplish their mission.
Achieve maximum productivity and reduce absenteeism and attrition among DA civilian employees by reducing
the effects of the abuse of alcohol and other drugs.
Improve readiness by extending services to the total Army.
Ensure quality customer service.
(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 1-30 / PDF 19)
What is meant by deglamorization of alcohol?
Personnel will not promote any function glamorizing the use of alcohol through drinking contests, games, initiations,
or the awarding of alcoholic beverages as prizes in contests.
What army Regulation covers ASAP?
AR 600-85
Is ASAP participation mandatory for Individuals that are command referred?
ASAP participation is mandatory for all Soldiers who are command referred. Failure to attend a mandatory counseling
session may constitute a violation of Article 86 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 1-31 / PDF 19)
What will happen to Soldiers who fail to participate in or fail to respond successfully to rehabilitation?
Soldiers who fail to participate adequately in, or to respond successfully to,rehabilitation will be processed for
administrative separation and not be provided another opportunity for rehabilitation except under the most
extraordinary circumstances, as determined by the CD in consultation with the unit commander.
(AR 600-85 1-31 / Mar 2006 / PDF 19)
What are the ways that Soldiers can be identified as having a substance abuse problem?
Voluntary (self-identification) Commander / Supervisor Identification Biochemical Identification Medical Identification Investigation and or Apprehension (AR 600-85 / Mar 2006 3-1 / PDF 24)
What are the objectives of rehabilitation with ASAP?
Return Soldiers to full duty as soon as possible.
Identify Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated within the scope of this regulation and to advise their unit
commanders.
Assist and refer Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated in the ASAP to a treatment facility in the vicinity where they
reside after discharge from the Army.
Help resolve alcohol and other drug abuse problems in the family, with the ultimate goal of enabling the Soldier to
perform more effectively.
(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 4-2 / PDF 27)
What are the objectives of bio-chemical testing (also called a urinalysis)?
The objectives of Army’sBiochemical Testing Program are to:
Deter Soldiers, including those members on initial entry on AD after enlistment or appointment, from abusing
drugs (including illegal drugs, other illicit substances, and prescribed medication).
Facilitate early identification of alcohol and/or other drug abuse.
Enable commanders to assess the security, military fitness, good order and discipline of their units, and to use
information obtained to take appropriate action (for example, UCMJ, administrative, or other actions, including
referral to the ASAP counseling center for screening, evaluation, and possible treatment).
Monitor rehabilitation of those enrolled for alcohol and/or other drug abuse.
Collect data on the prevalence of alcohol and/or other drug abuse within the Army.
(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 8-1 / PDF 36)
Commanders may direct drug testing under what conditions?
Unit inspections. (either the entire or part of a unit) Search and seizures/probable cause. Competence for Duty. Rehabilitation. Mishap or Safety Inspection. Consent (specimen may be provided voluntarily by a Soldier). New Entrant. Medical. (AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 8-3 / PDF 37)
All ASAP referrals are accomplished by the Commander or 1SG using what form?
Completing and signing the DA 8003 Referral Form.
AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 3-7 / PDF 26
Can Soldiers that are enrolled in an ASAP rehabilitation program reenlist?
Soldiers currently enrolled in the ASAP rehabilitation program are not allowed to reenlist. However, Soldiers who need
additional service time to complete their enrollment may be extended for the number of months necessary to permit
completion.
(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 5-6 / PDF 31)
Will Soldiers who are command referred to ASAP be flagged?
Yes, IAW AR600-8-2 (Suspension of Favorable Personnel Action (flags)).
(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 5-7 / PDF 31)
What Does ACS stand for?
Army Community Service
AR 608-1 Dec 2004
What does the ACS symbol represent?
The heart = giving, the cross = help, the gyroscope = stability
(AR 608-1 Dec 2004 / 3-10 / PDF 16)
What is the ACS mission statement?
The mission of the ACS center is to—
Facilitate commander’s ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive services that support
readiness of soldiers, civilian employees and their families.
Maximize technology and resources, adapt to unique installation requirements, eliminate duplication in service
delivery, and measure service effectiveness.
(AR 608-1 Dec 2004 / 1-1 / PDF 9)
What Army regulation covers ACS?
AR 608-1
How is ACS staffed for the most part?
By volunteers
What is the motto of the ACS?
Self-help, service and stability.
AR 608-1 Dec 2004 / 3-10 / PDF 16
Who qualifies for ACS?
In the United States,the following personnel are eligible for ACS assistance:
All active duty and retired military personnel and their family members, if otherwise eligible for services.
Members of the Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve when on active duty and their family members, if
otherwise eligible for services.
Army appropriated fund(APF) and non appropriated fund (NAF) employees and their family members, if
otherwise eligible for services.
Family members of prisoners of war or personnel missing in action, if otherwise eligible for services.
Surviving family members of military personnel who died while on active duty, if otherwise eligible for services.
In overseas commands, the Commander will determine eligibility according to international treatise and agreements.
(AR 608-1 Dec 2004 / 1-7 / PDF 9)
What can you do to help out ACS?
Donate Staple foodstuff to the food lockers, usable household goods, and volunteer your time.
What regulation covers the ACES?
AR 621-5
What regulation covers Army Learning Centers?
AR 621-6
What are the goals of Army Continuing Education System (ACES)?
Develop confident,competent leaders.
Support the enlistment, retention, and transition of soldiers.
Provide self-development opportunities for soldiers and adult family members.
Provide self-development opportunities for DACs.
Provide self-development opportunities for DAC ACES professional and support staff.
(AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 2-2 / PDF 12)
What does TABE stand for?
Test of Adult Basic Education
AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 4-2 / PDF 17
How much of your tuition does the tuition assistance grant pay?
100%
Name some federal financial aid programs available to Soldiers through ACES
Pell Grant
Perkins Loans
Guaranteed Student Loans
What are some of the basic services offered by the Army Continuing Education Center?
- Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP)
- Advanced Skills Education Program (ASEP)
- High School Completion Program
- Service members Opportunity Colleges Associates Degree Program (SOCAD)
- Veteran’s Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)/Montgomery G. I. Bill (MGIB)
- Skill Recognition Programs
- Command Language Programs (Head start - Gateway)
- Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)
- Education Counseling Services
- Learning Resource Centers
What Soldier development programs does ACES provide?
- Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP)
- Advanced Skills Education Program (ASEP)
- High School Completion Program
- Service members Opportunity Colleges Associates Degree Program (SOCAD)
- Veteran’s Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)/Montgomery G. I. Bill (MGIB)
- Skill Recognition Programs
- Command Language Programs (Head start - Gateway)
- Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)
- Education Counseling Services
- Learning Resource Centers
What does DANTES stand for?
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support
AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 3-5 / PDF 16
What does DANTES do?
DANTES provides standardized testing services free to military personnel. Family members and civilians may take
DANTES tests but must pay for each test taken.
Soldiers with a GT score of less than 110 should be referred to what?
BSEP - Soldiers with a GT less than 100 are normally automatically eligible. Soldiers with a GT between 100 and 110
may be command referred
Soldiers who begin their active service after what date are eligible to receive the new GI Bill?
July 1985, but they are required to pay $100 per month for the first 12 months
What does SOC stand for?
Service members Opportunity Colleges
AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 2-7 / PDF 14
What does SOCAD stand for?
Service members Opportunity College Army Degrees
AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 2-7 / PDF 14
AER closely coordinates with what other organization?
American Red Cross
AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 2-13 / PDF 11
What is AER?
AER is a private, nonprofit organization to collect and hold funds to relieve distress of members of the Army and their dependents. AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their families in time of distress.
(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 1-6/ PDF 5)
What does AER stand for?
Army Emergency Relief
What is the Army Regulation that covers AER?
AR 930-4
Are you required to contribute to AER to receive help?
No
Who does AER help?
Soldiers on extended active duty and their dependents.
Members of the Reserve Components of the Army (Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve) on continuous active duty for more than 30 days and their dependents. (This applies to soldiers on AD for training (ADT) or serving under various sections of title 10, United States Code).
Soldiers retired from active duty because of longevity or physical disability, or retired upon reaching age 60
(Reserve Components) and their dependents.
Widows (ers) and orphans of soldiers who died while on active duty or after they retired.
(Site: AERHQ.org)
How are monetary contributions made to AER?
Cash,check or allotment
AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 5-6 / PDF 24
When is the AER annual fund campaign held army-wide?
March 01through May 15
Site: AERHQ.org
How does AER provide financial assistance?
AER provides financial assistance by either a loan without interest, a grant or a combination of both
(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 /2-4 / PDF 8)
What is the purpose of AER?
AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their families in time of distress.
(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 1-6 /PDF 5)
What is the dollar limit on AER loans?
There is no dollar limit. AER Assistance will meet your emergency need.
(Site: AERHQ.org)
Failure to repay an AER loan (unless repayment would cause undo hardship) will cause the Soldier’s name to be placed on an AER restricted list which is disseminated Army-wide. What does this mean for the Soldier?
Individuals who appear on this list will not be approved for AER assistance without the specific prior approval of HQ
AER.
(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 2-8 / PDF 9)
What is the AER Motto?
“Helping the Army Take Care Of its Own”
AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 1-6 / PDF 5
The minimum amount that can be contributed to AER through allotment is what amount?
1 dollar each month for 3 months
How is AER funded?
Through Voluntary Contributions from Soldiers (tax free), through unsolicited contributions, repayments of loans, and
income from investments.
(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 5-1 / PDF 14)
What is the purpose of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program reinforces the Army’s commitment to eliminate incidents of
sexual assault through a comprehensive policy that centers on awareness and prevention, training and education, victim
advocacy, response,reporting, and accountability.
(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 8-1 / PDF 72)
The Army’s policy on Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program applies where and when?
This policy applies – Both on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours.
To working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-post housing).
(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 8-2 / PDF 72)
What are the goals of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
Create a climate that minimizes sexual assault incidents, which impact Army personnel, Army civilians, and
family members, and, if an incident should occur, ensure that victims and subjects are treated according to Army
policy.
Create a climate that encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault without fear.
Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs to educate Soldiers.
Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims’ health and well-being.
Ensure leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assault victims, thoroughly
investigate allegations of sexual assault, and take appropriate administrative and disciplinary action.
(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 8-1 / PDF 72)
Define sexual assault.
Sexual assault is a crime defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of
authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent.
(AR 600-20 June 2006 / Glossary / PDF 125)
Sexual assault includes what acts?
Rape
Non consensual Sodomy (oral or anal sex)
Indecent Assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling)
Attempts to commit these acts
(AR 600-20 June 2006 / Glossary / PDF 125)
More than half of sexual assault offenses include what?
Alcohol
Prevention of sexual harassment is whose responsibility?
The Commander’s Responsibility
AR 600-20 June 2006 / 7-1 / PDF 69
Define the following terms as they apply to the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program:
victim,
alleged perpetrator and
perpetrator.
Victim - One who has been sexually assaulted.
Alleged Perpetrator - One who has been accused of committing a crime (subject).
Perpetrator - One who has committed a crime (offender).
What is the Army’s policy on sexual assault?
Sexual assault is a criminal offense that has no place in the Army. It degrades mission readiness by devastating
the Army’s ability to work effectively as a team. Every Soldier who is aware of a sexual assault should
immediately (within 24 hours) report incidents. Sexual assault is incompatible with Army values and is
punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and other federal and local civilian laws.
The Army will use training, education, and awareness to minimize sexual assault; to promote the sensitive
handling of victims of sexual assault; to offer victim assistance and counseling; to hold those who commit sexual
assault offenses accountable; to provide confidential avenues for reporting, and to reinforce a commitment to
Army values.
The Army will treat all victims of sexual assault with dignity, fairness, and respect.The Army will treat every reported sexual assault incident seriously by following proper guidelines. The information and circumstances of
the allegations will be disclosed on a need-to-know basis only.
This policy applies—
1. Both on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours.
2. To working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-post housing).
(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 8-2 / PDF 72)