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230517-N-YR423-6340 PENSACOLA, Fla. (May 17, 2023) - Fleet Subject Matter Experts from the Navy Counselor (Counselor) Advancement Examination Readiness Review (AERR) review reference material as they develop content for the Navy-wide advancement exam for their rating. (U.S. Navy photo by Cheryl Dengler)

NAVY Credentialing Programs (N9)
N9 operates and Oversees Credentialing Programs
    a.  Coordinate the execution of voluntary certifications and licenses and apprenticeships across the DoD as directed within reference (b) and higher authority.
    b.  Coordinate the execution of mandatory certifications for DCNO N2/N6 and Naval Information Warfare Forces.
    c.  Provide certification exam support to the Navy's mission to develop a highly skilled cyber space workforce, enhance Service Members' professional development, and bridge the gap between military training and civilian career opportunities. 

d.  Manage and operate the Navy COOL program.
        (1) Manage, develop, implement, and approve all Navy recruiting job cards, and Learning and Development Roadmaps (LaDR) and Occupational and Readiness Standards.
        (2) Assist Sailors with identifying credential requirements and potential gaps between Navy training and civilian credentialing requirements.
        (3) Advise Sailors on resources available to fill gaps between military training and civilian credentialing requirements.
        (4) Manage and execute funding for eligible credential exams, maintenance fees and other key resources such as advancement bibliographies and LaDRs.



    e.  Manage and administer the USMAP.
        (1) Update and approve trades per national standards of apprenticeship policies for all DoD participants.
        (2) Coordinate with the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship for apprenticeship policies, trade development, and Service Member completion certificates for the Navy, Marine Corps, Army, and Coast Guard.
        (3) Provide data and reports on updates as required to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for force education and training.



    f.  Maintain and operate the DoD MilGears program platform acting as executive coordinator of MilGears for Navy. 
        (1) Provide Service Members with a personalized self assessment of the individual’s military training, experience, and off-duty education and credentialing.
        (2) Advise Service Members on their next available steps in pursuit of achieving industry credentialing, in-service advancement, and ultimately post-service employment.
        (3) Develop and manage online tools within the MilGears platform in support of MilGears program objectives.
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