What program is designed to retrain second-term and career Airmen into shortage specialties?

The NCO retraining program is specifically designed to help second-term and career Airmen transition into shortage specialties within the Air Force. This program addresses gaps in certain career fields where there are not enough qualified personnel. By encouraging and facilitating retraining, the program aims to ensure that the Air Force has the necessary manpower in critical areas, while also providing Airmen with opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

In contrast, the Airman Leadership School focuses on developing leadership skills for Airmen preparing for management roles, rather than addressing shortages in specialties. The Career Development Course provides ongoing education and professional development but does not specifically target retraining for shortage specialties. Special Duty Assignments involve unique roles that Airmen can take on, but they don’t serve the primary function of retraining personnel into different career fields.