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2nd General Studies Battalion
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SUBJECT: Welcome to the 101st Regiment (Regional Training Institute)
2. The NCOES Staff at the RTI are committed to providing an environment of high standards of appearance, professional conduct, leadership, and discipline. Our academic program of instruction will guide you through a series of challenges to prepare for the future as a leader. Also, our Small Group Leaders are role models who enhance the image of the Noncommissioned Officer as they teach, mentor, and guide students through the course. 3. You have been selected based on duty performance and potential for future assignments of greater responsibility. Your selection is a distinct honor and is a reflection of the faith your command has in your leadership potential. Successful completion of this course is important to you and to the U. S. Army. The academic standards you achieve will be reflected on your final evaluation and be made a part of your permanent record. We at the RTI will do everything to help you learn, grow, and be successful while attending this course. 4. The NCOES Welcome Packet is important to your
success at this training institute. You must read it and learn
everything you can about the course you are attending. This handbook
is broken down into sections with specific guidance for each of
you. You are responsible for all information in it. Should you
have any questions about anything, do not hesitate to ask your
small group leader (SGL).
NCOES
Student Guide
The RTI believes in the Army Regulations that govern the conduct and appearance of soldiers, and the conduct of Programs of Instruction (POIs). The RTI staff will fully utilize these regulations in the operation of the training institute and will not publish "policy letters" for a subject that is already addressed in an Army Regulation. The following areas are important to every student who attends training at this institute. Any questions should be addressed with your SGL, who will be able to provide assistance or a copy of the applicable regulation. 1. REFERENCES: TRADOC Reg 351-10, TRADOC Reg 351-18, AR 350-1. 2. APPLICABILITY: This handbook applies to all soldiers attending NCOES, regardless of which phase, at the Regional Training Institute (RTI), Camp Edwards, MA. 3. REPORT TIME: All soldiers will report to Building 1203 no later than 0730 on the report date of a training period. If your orders are wrong, contact your unit immediately. Students will bring all orders and course prerequisite documentation. If you cannot be here on time due to circumstances beyond your control (ie. flight delays), you must call the RTI at (508) 968-5829 to notify the Staff Duty Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) of your situation. 4. REPORTING IN DURING NON-DUTY HOURS: Personnel reporting during non-duty hours will contact the Staff Duty NCO for billeting information (since linen will be issued during in processing, students arriving prior to the report date will need to bring linen). The Staff Duty NCO is located in Building 1212, and can be contacted at (508) 968-5829. 5. TELEPHONE INQUIRIES: Call (508) 968-5829 for the Administration Center or (508) 968-5871 for Operations. 1. SEXUAL HARASSMENT / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (AR 600-20, DA PAM 600-26): Small group leaders (SGL), staff, or students at this RTI will not tolerate Sexual Harassment. The US Army provides equal opportunity and treatment for all soldiers regardless of race, color, religion, gender, or national origin. Any problems with such will be addressed through the chain of command to the RTI EO Advisor. 2. CIVIL OR MILITARY VIOLATIONS (Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)): All violations of civil or military law are subject to dismissal from the RTI. 3. DRUGS AND ALCOHOL (AR 600-85): No alcohol or illegal drugs will be in possession or consumed by any soldier in the company area. Soldiers are subject to biochemical drug testing. 4. APPEARANCE (AR 670-1): Staff, SGLs and students will conform to AR 670-1 at all times. SGLs "set the example". Soldiers will ensure their appearance conforms to regulations prior to reporting. 5. CONDUCT (AR 350-1, AR 600-20, DA Pam 600-35): a. Fraternization will not be tolerated. b. Relationships between soldiers of different rank that involve, or give the appearance of, partiality, preferential treatment, or the improper use of rank for personal gain, are prejudicial to good order, discipline, or unit morale will not be tolerated. c. Conduct of the highest standard is expected of staff, SGLs and students. 6. QUARTERS AND DINING FACILITIES: a. Quarters are provided at no cost and will be utilized by all students. Students must stay in the barracks assigned by their SGL. b. Dining facilities are provided at no cost and will be utilized by all students. 7. SMOKING POLICY (AR 600-43): Smoking and/or use of any tobacco product is prohibited in all RTI buildings, vehicles, and shelters. Designated smoking areas are provided and policing of those areas is the responsibility of the soldiers who use them. 8. VALUABLES: Students are reminded that the safekeeping of valuables is a personal responsibility; therefore, keep valuables at home and bring a secure lock for your locker. 9. OFF LIMITS: All offices are off limits to students, unless directed to report by their SGL. Billets are off limits to members of the opposite gender. 10. PHYSICAL FITNESS TRAINING: As part of training, students are required to participate in the Army Physical Fitness Program in accordance with AR 350-41 and FM 21-20. 11. PROFILES (AR 351-1 para 5-33): Students with permanent military profiles must show documentation during in processing. Permanent profiles without an aerobic event will not be accepted for enrollment. a. Soldiers with a permanent designator of 2 in the physical profile must bring a copy of DA Form 3349 (Physical Profile). They will be eligible to attend and train within the limits of their profile, provided they can meet minimum course graduation standards. b. Soldiers with a permanent designator of 3 or 4 in the physical profile, must bring a copy of DA Form 3349 and the results of their Medical Screening Board (DA Form 3940R for ARNG soldiers and the latest "Fit for Duty Physical" for USAR soldiers). These soldiers are eligible to attend and train within the limits of their profile, provided they can meet minimum course graduation standards. 12. RELEASES PRIOR TO COMPLETION OF THE COURSE: Students may be unenrolled from a course before completion for the following reasons: a. Personal. b. Disciplinary reasons. c. Lack of motivation. d. Academic deficiencies. 13. APPEALS OF UNENROLLMENT FOR MOTIVATIONAL, DISCIPLINARY, OR ACADEMIC REASONS: a. Appeals of unenrollment must be submitted within 48 hours after receipt of the written notification of unenrollment. Appeals by students will be forwarded to the Commandant of the Leadership Training Company for appropriate action. b. Soldiers who have elected to appeal will remain actively involved in the course pending disposition of their appeals; however, as an exception to this policy, any soldier who disrupts the normal day-to-day operations of the course will be released immediately. 14. MAIL: The mailing address for students attending courses during annual training is: Student Rank and Name, Course Attending 101st Regiment (RTI) Building 5222, Turpentine Road Camp Edwards, MA 02542-5003 15. EMERGENCIES: In case of emergencies contact the RTI Administration Center at (508) 968-5829. Emergencies that require a soldier to return home must be coordinated with your local Red Cross office. 16. GRADUATION: A graduation ceremony honoring students who successfully complete the course of instruction will be conducted on the final day of the course. Graduation will be held the last scheduled training day at 1330. Approximate release time is 1400. 1. STUDENT CONDUCT: The RTI teaches and enforces the standards of the United States Army as prescribed by appropriate regulations, traditions, and directives. It is the student’s responsibility to maintain these standards during the course of instruction and throughout their military career. While on and off duty, students will maintain high standards of appearance and conduct. Misconduct may result in immediate disciplinary action and dismissal from the RTI. 2. STUDENT ASSIGNMENT: During in processing, students will be assigned to their billets and group. It is very important that students place their rank, name, and course attending on all correspondence while here at the RTI. 3. SMALL GROUP LEADERS: Small Group Leaders (SGLs) will be assigned to each class. The SGLs are the first link in the student's chain of command and their instructions are to be followed. They are not authorized to render any assistance that would give one student an unfair advantage over any other student. They will assist all students in any way possible. 4. STUDENT PAY: The student’s parent unit is responsible for processing student pay. Pay for members of the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) will be processed by ARPERCEN FAO and mailed to the student’s home of record. You are advised to bring enough money to sustain yourself. 5. BILLETS: Students will reside in the billets while attending the RTI. Maintenance of living areas is the responsibility of the student chain of command. Small Group Leaders conduct daily inspections of living quarters. Students are expected to maintain their living areas in a high state of police at all time. 6. UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT: Students are required to have certain items of clothing and equipment in their possession while at the RTI. The responsibility of obtaining the necessary equipment belongs to the unit and the soldier. If the soldier reports to the RTI without all-necessary clothing and equipment they will be counseled by their SGL. 7. TRAINING SCHEDULE: A copy of the training schedule is located in the Visitor’s Book in each classroom and given to each student. The training schedule provides daily guidance. 8. SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES: Promoting safety conscious habits and complying with safety policies is the responsibility of all soldiers. Safety is an individual, as well as a command responsibility. Safety and accident prevention require awareness of dangers and continual alertness to minimize and prevent accidents. 1. PURPOSE: This section outlines the responsibilities of students toward the leadership development program and the maintenance of the student area. 2. GENERAL: The SGLs and students work together to ensure the smooth operation of the student chain of command. The student’s basic responsibility is to understand the provisions of the Student Guide and to comply with them. SGLs are responsible for ensuring that the student chain of command is aware of all changes so the student stays informed. 3. COUNSELING: Counseling sessions, both verbal and written, will be used to help develop professional standards, habits, attitudes, and to correct deficiencies. At a minimum, students will receive formal counseling as follows: a. Initial counseling after in processing. b. After serving in a leadership position. c. After failing an examination. d. At the end of the course. e. As required based on positive or negative conduct. f. As outlined in the Course Management Plan/Program of Instruction (CMP/POI). 4. CONDUCT: Leaders attending this RTI must always conduct themselves in a professional manner, and strictly adhere to current Army regulations. Violations of established standards of conduct may result in dismissal from the course and the RTI. 5. STUDENT CHAIN OF COMMAND: Instructions from the student chain of command must be strictly adhered to by all students. Full cooperation of all students is required at all times even though a student leader may actually be of lower rank. Failure to respond to orders given by a student leader could result in disciplinary action or release from the RTI. 6. HONOR CODE: A high sense of honor is the mark of a true leader. There is a need for character and integrity in the military leader of today, recognize this as a basic requirement for being an NCO. The Code of Honor represents the American interpretation of customs and philosophies, and combines tradition with practical military necessity. Without doubt, honor is a virtue and a fundamental attribute of character that implies truthfulness, integrity, loyalty, courage, and self-respect. While admirable in all people, honor is indispensable to a NCO. The untruthful NCO may be risking the lives of fellow soldiers and the honor of this country. The honor code accepted by the NCO Corps is the NCO Creed. 7. HONOR CODE VIOLATIONS: A violation of the honor code is cause for disciplinary dismissal from the RTI. Students will prepare their own presentations and complete all examinations on their own. Students violating this trust will receive a failing grade on the test or the presentation in question, and face dismissal from the course. 1. STUDENT DEVELOPMENTAL LEADERSHIP ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (DLAP): This is a record maintained by the SGLs and reflects counseling, in addition to daily performance notes on each student. The nine leadership competencies found in FM 22-100 are used as the base. 2. EXAMINATIONS: Examinations and graded presentations are administered as a mandatory item and are essential in meeting the prerequisites for graduation. All examinations will be administered by a Test Administrator. Written examinations test student knowledge on Enabling Learning Objectives (ELOs) from certain lessons in the course. Not all ELOs are tested. Students must achieve 70% or higher in each of the written examinations in the course. Students failing to achieve a score of 70% or higher are afforded an opportunity to retrain and retest (one retest only). Students who fail the retest are academically dismissed from the course. a. Examinations and graded presentations missed for a valid reason will be made up during the retesting time period on the training schedule. b. The use or preparation of any device to be used for cheating or compromising on any examination constitutes an honor code violation and will result in disciplinary dismissal from the course. 1. PURPOSE: The performance summary is intended to measure the level of performance of each student against the course standards. 2. EXCEEDED COURSE STANDARDS: This honor is reserved for those students whose overall course achievement is significantly above standard in the nine leadership competencies and has excelled academically on all examinations. This category will not exceed 20% of the class enrollment. 3. ACHIEVED COURSE STANDARDS: This category applies to those students who achieved the overall acceptable course standards. 4. MARGINALLY ACHIEVED COURSE STANDARDS: This category is for those students who achieved, with difficulty, the minimum acceptable course standards as identified in the course grading plan, students who require corrective performance counseling concerning those qualities and traits expected of an NCO, and to students who are not motivated to perform to full capability. 5. FAILED TO ACHIEVED COURSE STANDARDS: This category refers to students unenrolled for academic or disciplinary reasons. Total Army Instructor Training Course (TAITC) The 2nd General Studies Battalion will conduct two classes of TAITC. The course length is three (3) IDT training weekends. The Total Army Instructor Training Course is required for soldiers to earn an "H" identifier. It replaced the Battle Focused Instructor Training Course. For more detailed information, click on the course title above. TRAINING DATES Small Group Instructor Training Course (SGITC) The 2nd General Studies Battalion will conduct three classes of SGITC. The course length is two (2) IDT training weekends. The Small Group Instructor Training Course is required for soldiers who wish to teach NCOES. Successful completion of the Total Army Instructor Training Course (TAICT) is a prerequisite. For more detailed information, click on the course title above. TRAINING DATES: MEMORANDUM OF INSTRUCTION 1. Congratulations on your acceptance to attend the 101st Regiment, Regional Training Institute (RTI) ANCOC Phase I Common Leader Training course. We welcome you to this training phase in your military career, which will enable you to develop new leadership skills and assume greater responsibilities for the next higher rank. 2. In accordance with TRADOC Regulation 351-18 and the United States Sergeants Major Academy, soldiers MUST meet certain requirements PRIOR to enrollment. a. Upon arrival at the 101st Regiment (RTI) you will participate in a weigh-in and the US Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). If you have a permanent profile, a copy must be turned in during inprocessing. If you require an alternate event, such as the 2.5-mile walk, you must notify the S-3 section (see para 6a) one-week prior. You will not be enrolled if you fail to meet the Army standard for the Weigh-in requirement. The APFT is a GRADUATION REQUIREMENT. ALL SOLDIERS must participate in the APFT upon enrollment. However, those soldiers who fail to successfully complete the APFT at the time of enrollment will be given 90 DAYS to train and be re-tested in the third month of training. b. Completion of the Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course (BNCOC) is a prerequisite for attendance of ANCOC Phase I. The DA Form 1059 (Academic Evaluation Report) from the final Phase will be used as evidence of completion of course and turned in at inprocessing. c. A complete list of documentation required at inprocessing is located further down on this page. 3. General Information. The following is provided on this site for informational purposes only. ALL STUDENTS WILL BE MAILED A COMPLETE LETTER OF INSTRUCTION FOR THE COURSE ATTENDING 30-DAYS PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED START DATE. a. You will report to the Post Gymnasium, Building 4180 in the Army physical fitness uniform (PFU), gray shorts and gray shirt with white socks (no markings), or gray sweats, NLT 0730 the start date for the course. b. If you plan on arriving Friday evening, you must notify the RTI one week prior to the start date to ensure billets are available. For those individuals reporting on Friday, you must bring your own linen. Linen will not be issued to students until they have been enrolled into the course. c. All students are required to remain overnight and reside in billets. d. Meals are available, Saturday noon through Sunday noon. e. Upon course completion, a graduation ceremony will follow, time and location to be announced. Family and unit members are encouraged to attend. f. Students MUST contact the RTI upon receipt of the official letter of instruction. 4. Administration Information for Pay: a. Massachusetts Army National Guard soldier's attendance at the RTI will be verified for pay purposes on the MARTI Forum on MASSNET or the future equivalent. (Unit Administrators please note.) b. USAR soldiers will have a DA Form 1380 submitted by the S-1 to the soldier's unit to verify attendance at the close of each training weekend. 5. Attendance requirements. Soldiers must attend all scheduled training times and dates to receive a certificate of completion. Absence without mitigating circumstances will result in dismissal. 6. For specific questions not answered on this site you may call the RTI. a. Training: Training questions may be directed to the RTI Training and Operations Section during duty hours Tuesday through Friday at (508) 968-5871 or DSN 557-5871. b. Administration: Administration questions may be directed to the RTI Administration during duty hours Tuesday through Friday at (508) 968-5829. In the event of an emergency and you need to be contacted during training, provide your family with this number. The staff will take messages for emergencies only. There are payphones located in the barracks for personal use. c. Logistics: Billeting questions may be directed to the RTI Supply and Logistics Section during duty hours Tuesday through Friday at (508) 968-5979. 7. Our staff is dedicated to making this a rewarding and memorable experience, one that will be carried with you throughout your military career. ALL STUDENTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS UPON ARRIVAL AT INPROCESSING: 1. ORDERS (FOR ALL SIX IDT WEEKENDS). 2. DA FORM 1059 FOR BNCOC COMPLETION. IF YOUR MOS HAS A BNCOC PHASE 2 OR PHASE 3 - YOU MUST SUBMIT THE DA FORM 1059 FROM THE LAST PHASE. IF YOUR MOS DOES NOT A PHASE 2 - YOU NEED TO SUBMIT THE DA FORM 1059 FROM PHASE 1 AND A MEMORANDUM FROM YOUR UNIT COMMANDER STATING THERE WAS NO PHASE 2. 3. COPY OF PERMANENT PROFILE (If Applicable). a. ARNG SOLDIERS WILL TURN IN A COPY OF DA FORM 3349 b. USAR SOLDIERS WILL TURN IN A COPY OF THEIR LAST "FIT FOR DUTY" PHYSICAL. 4. CURRENT OVER FORTY SCREENING MAARNG ONLY. STUDENTS MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT: ANCOC CLOTHING / EQUIPMENT LIST ITEM and QUANTITY: BELT, TROUSERS BLACK, 1 EACH MEMORANDUM OF INSTRUCTION 1. Congratulations on your acceptance to attend the 101st Regiment, Regional Training Institute (RTI) BNCOC Phase I Common Leader Training course. We welcome you to this training phase in your military career, which will enable you to develop new leadership skills and assume greater responsibilities for the next higher rank. 2. In accordance with TRADOC Regulation 351-18 and the United States Sergeants Major Academy, soldiers MUST meet certain requirements PRIOR to enrollment. a. Upon arrival at the 101st Regiment (RTI) you will participate in a weigh-in and the US Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). If you have a permanent profile, a copy must be turned in during inprocessing. If you require an alternate event, such as the 2.5-mile walk, you must notify the S-3 section (see para 6a) one-week prior. You will not be enrolled if you fail to meet the Army standard for the Weigh-in requirement. The APFT is a GRADUATION REQUIREMENT. ALL SOLDIERS must participate in the APFT upon enrollment. However, those soldiers who fail to successfully complete the APFT at the time of enrollment will be given 90 DAYS to train and be re-tested in the third month of training. b. Completion of the Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC) is a prerequisite for attendance of BNCOC Phase I. The DA Form 1059 (Academic Evaluation Report) from PLDC will be used as evidence of completion of course and turned in at inprocessing. c. A complete list of documentation required at inprocessing is located further down on this page. 3. General Information. The following is provided on this site for informational purposes only. ALL STUDENTS WILL BE MAILED A COMPLETE LETTER OF INSTRUCTION FOR THE COURSE ATTENDING 30-DAYS PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED START DATE. a. You will report to the Post Gymnasium, Building 4180 in the Army physical fitness uniform (PFU), gray shorts and gray shirt with white socks (no markings), or gray sweats, NLT 0730 the start date for the course. b. If you plan on arriving Friday evening, you must notify the RTI one week prior to the start date to ensure billets are available. For those individuals reporting on Friday, you must bring your own linen. Linen will not be issued to students until they have been enrolled into the course. c. All students are required to remain overnight and reside in billets. d. Meals are available, Saturday noon through Sunday noon. e. Upon course completion, a graduation ceremony will follow, time and location to be announced. Family and unit members are encouraged to attend. f. Students MUST contact the RTI upon receipt of the official letter of instruction. 4. Administration Information for Pay: a. Massachusetts Army National Guard soldier's attendance at the RTI will be verified for pay purposes on the MARTI Forum on MASSNET or the future equivalent. (Unit Administrators please note.) b. USAR soldiers will have a DA Form 1380 submitted by the S-1 to the soldier's unit to verify attendance at the close of each training weekend. 5. Attendance requirements. Soldiers must attend all scheduled training times and dates to receive a certificate of completion. Absence without mitigating circumstances will result in dismissal. 6. For specific questions not answered on this site you may call the RTI. a. Training: Training questions may be directed to the RTI Training and Operations Section during duty hours Tuesday through Friday at (508) 968-5871 or DSN 557-5871. b. Administration: Administration questions may be directed to the RTI Administration during duty hours Tuesday through Friday at (508) 968-5829. In the event of an emergency and you need to be contacted during training, provide your family with this number. The staff will take messages for emergencies only. There are payphones located in the barracks for personal use. c. Logistics: Billeting questions may be directed to the RTI Supply and Logistics Section during duty hours Tuesday through Friday at (508) 968-5979. 7. Our staff is dedicated to making this a rewarding and memorable experience, one that will be carried with you throughout your military career. ALL STUDENTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS UPON ARRIVAL AT INPROCESSING: 1. ORDERS (FOR ALL SIX IDT WEEKENDS). 2. DA FORM 1059 FOR BNCOC COMPLETION. IF YOUR MOS HAS A BNCOC PHASE 2 OR PHASE 3 - YOU MUST SUBMIT THE DA FORM 1059 FROM THE LAST PHASE. IF YOUR MOS DOES NOT A PHASE 2 - YOU NEED TO SUBMIT THE DA FORM 1059 FROM PHASE 1 AND A MEMORANDUM FROM YOUR UNIT COMMANDER STATING THERE WAS NO PHASE 2. 3. COPY OF PERMANENT PROFILE if applicable. a. ARNG SOLDIERS WILL TURN IN A COPY OF DA FORM 3349 b. USAR SOLDIERS WILL TURN IN A COPY OF THEIR LAST "FIT FOR DUTY" PHYSICAL. 4. CURRENT OVER FORTY SCREENING MAARNG ONLY. STUDENTS MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT: BNCOC CLOTHING / EQUIPMENT LIST BELT, TROUSERS BLACK, 1 EACH Total Army Instructor Training Course - Formerly known as the Battle-Focused Instructor Training Course (BFITC), the Total Army Instructor Training Course (TAITC) qualifies soldiers to instruct MOS Qualification courses, and other formal military training. The course also endeavors to enhance the trainer skills of the individual soldier. - During TAITC, soldiers must learn how to prepare lesson plans, present training to small groups, and give oral presentations in a classroom setting. - Prior to graduation, soldiers are required to present a formal block of instruction. - Upon graduation, soldiers are eligible to receive the Additional Skill Identifier "H" (Instructor). Course Prerequisites and Requirements All soldiers must: - Meet the weight requirements of AR 600-9 and/or body fat screening. All soldiers will be weighed in during inprocessing. Soldiers failing to meet weight requirement will be denied enrollment and sent back to their Unit of Assignment. - Attend all training assemblies. - Successfully complete all assigned tasks required of the Program of Instruction and Course Management Plan. All soldiers must submit the following documents at inprocessing: - Valid DA Form 705, APFT Scorecard. APFT must be within 12 months of graduation date for course scheduled to attend. - Copies of orders for all three training weekends. General Information ALL SOLDIERS WILL BE MAILED A COMPLETE LETTER OF INSTRUCTION FOR THE COURSE ATTENDING 30-DAYS PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED START DATE. - The Small Group Instructor Training Course (SGITC) qualifies soldiers to instruct in the Noncommissioned Officer Education System and higher level professional development courses. The course also endeavors to enhance the course management skills needed as a Small Group Leader. - During SGITC, soldiers must learn how to prepare lesson plans, present training to small groups, and give oral presentations in a classroom setting. - Prior to graduation, soldiers are required to present a formal block of instruction. Course Prerequisites and Requirements All soldiers must: - Meet the weight requirements of AR 600-9 and/or body fat screening.
All soldiers will be weighed in during inprocessing. Soldiers
failing to meet weight requirement will be denied enrollment and
sent back to their Unit of Assignment. All soldiers must submit the following documents at inprocessing: - Valid DA Form 705, APFT Scorecard. APFT must be within 12 months
of graduation date for course scheduled to attend. General Information ALL SOLDIERS WILL BE MAILED A COMPLETE LETTER OF INSTRUCTION FOR THE COURSE ATTENDING 30-DAYS PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED START DATE. |
