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What army Regulation covers ASAP?

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AR 600-85

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All ASAP referrals are accomplished by the Commander or 1SG using what form?

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Completing and signing the DA 8003 Referral Form.

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Will Soldiers who are command referred to ASAP be flagged?

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Yes, IAW AR600-8-2 (Suspension of Favorable Personnel Action (flags)).

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What does the ACS symbol represent?

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The heart = giving, the cross = help, the gyroscope = stability

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What Army regulation covers ACS?

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AR 608-1

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How is ACS staffed for the most part?

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By volunteers

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What is the motto of the ACS?

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Self-help, service and stability.

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AER closely coordinates with what other organization?

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American Red Cross

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What does AER stand for?

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Army Emergency Relief

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What is the Army Regulation that covers AER?

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AR 930-4

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Are you required to contribute to AER to receive help?

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No

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Who does AER help?

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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.

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How are monetary contributions made to AER?

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Cash,check or allotment

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When is the AER annual fund campaign held army-wide?

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March 01through May 15

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How does AER provide financial assistance?

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AER provides financial assistance by either a loan without interest, a grant or a
combination of both

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What is the purpose of AER?

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AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their
families in time of distress.

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What is the dollar limit on AER loans?

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There is no dollar limit. AER Assistance will meet your emergency need.

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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?

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Individuals who appear on this list will not be approved for AER assistance without the
specific prior approval of HQ AER.

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What is the AER Motto?

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“Helping the Army Take Care Of its Own”

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The minimum amount that can be contributed to AER through allotment is what
amount?

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1 dollar each month for 3 months

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How is AER funded?

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Through Voluntary Contributions from Soldiers (tax free), through unsolicited
contributions, repayments of loans, and income from investments.

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What does EO stand for?

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Equal Opportunity

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What is an EOR?

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EqualOpportunity Representative

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What rank should an EOR normally be?

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SGT (P)through 1LT

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What are some of the special commemorations / ethnic observances listed in AR 600-20?
January – 3rd Monday – Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday February – 1-28/29 - African-American/Black History Month March – 1-31 - Women’s History Month April/May - Sunday to Sunday for Week Incorporating Yom Hashoah - "Days of Remembrance" for Victims of the Holocaust May – 1-31 - Asian Pacific Heritage Month August – 26 - Women’s Equality Day September/October - 15 Sep.-15 Oct. - Hispanic Heritage Month November – 1-30 - National Native American Indian Heritage Month
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What Army Regulation covers the EO program?
AR 600-20 chapter 6
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What are the goals of the EO program?
Provide EO for military personnel and family members, both on and off post and within the limits of the laws of localities, states, and host nations. Create and sustain effective units by eliminating discriminatory behaviors or practices that undermine teamwork, mutual respect, loyalty, and shared sacrifice of the men and women of America's Army.
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What are the three policies each commander is required to publish and post on equal opportunity?
Written command policy statements for EO Prevention of Sexual Harassment Equal Opportunity Complaint Procedures
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Soldiers are required to have how many periods of EO training per year?
4 (1 each quarter)
30
Define the term ethnic group.
A segment of the population that possesses common characteristics and a cultural heritage based to some degree on: faith or faiths; shared traditions, values or symbols;literature, folklore, or music; an internal sense of distinctiveness; and/or an external perception of distinctiveness.
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Define the term racism.
Any attitude or action of a person or institutional structure that subordinates aperson or group because of skin color or race.
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Describe minority group
Any groupdistinguished from the general population in terms of race, religion, color,gender, or national origin.
33
What is sexual harassment?
Sexual harassment is a form of gender discrimination that involves unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature between the same or opposite genders when— Submission to, or rejection of, such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of a person’s job, pay, career, or Submission to, or rejection of, such conduct by a person is used as a basis for career or employment decisions affecting that person, or Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment. Any person in a supervisory or command position who uses or condones implicit or explicit sexual behavior to control, influence, or affect the career, pay, or job of a Soldier or civilian employee is engaging in sexual harassment. Similarly, any Soldier or civilian employee who makes deliberate or repeated unwelcome verbal comments, gestures, or physical contact of a sexual nature is engaging in sexual harassment.
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What is an Affirmative Actions Plan (AAP)?
A management document that consists of statements of attainable goals and timetables. This document is required of all Army organizations, commands,agencies, and activities down to brigade (or equivalent) level. It is designed to achieve EO for all military personnel.
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What action does the Army take against off-post activities, including housing and public accommodations, which arbitrarily discriminate against members of the Army and their dependents?
Off limits or off limits sanctions may be applied.
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Who is the primary source for solving EO complaints?
Your Unit Chain of Command
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What is the Army's written policy on EO?
The U.S. Army will provide EO and fair treatment for military personnel and family members without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, and provide an environment free of unlawful discrimination and offensive behavior. This policy— Applies both on and off post, during duty and non-duty hours. Applies to working, living, and recreational environments (including both on and off-post housing).
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What is the primary channel for correcting discriminatory practices and for communications on equal opportunity matters?
Chain of Command
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Does every unit have an EO representative?
Yes, each Commander is required to appoint an EOR in the rank of SGT (P) through 1LT.
40
What are some activities that the American Red Cross offers?
CPR instruction, Blood drives, Swimming lessons, Communication services (by wire), Financial assistance, Counseling and referral services, Transplantation services, AIDS education, Health and safety services.
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How is the ARC staffed for the most part?
By volunteers
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What is the major service that Red Cross offers?
Communication between soldiers and their families for both problem solving and emergency (especially the notification or "red cross message")
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What Army Regulation covers Red Cross?
AR 930-5
44
What regulation covers the ACES?
AR 621-5
45
What regulation covers Army Learning Centers?
AR 621-6
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What are the goals of 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.
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What does TABE stand for?
Test ofAdult Basic Education
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How much of your tuition does the tuition assistance grant pay?
100%
49
Name some federal financial aid programs available to Soldiers through ACES
Pell Grant Perkins Loans Guaranteed Student Loans
50
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
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What Soldier development programs does ACES provide?
Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST). High School Completion Program. English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) Mission-related Language (Head start and Gateway). Mission-required Language. MOS Improvement Training (MOSIT).
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What does DANTES stand for?
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support
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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.
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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.
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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
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What does SOC stand for?
Service members Opportunity Colleges
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What does SOCAD stand for?
Service members Opportunity College Army Degrees

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