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octubre 24, 20238th MXS Airman chosen for Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program %PDF-1.5 % The SLECP-A program allows designated Air and Space Force senior leaders to directly select exceptionally performing, highly talented enlisted Airmen for commissioning through Officer Training School. Stephaun McKinley, 791st Missile Security Command Senior Enlisted Leaders (CSELs) ensure and enhance naval warfighting readiness by providing leadership and mentorship to the Navy and advice to commanders and COs in partnership with deputy commanders, chiefs of staff, or executive officers (XO). Staff Sgt. Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program A (SLECP-A) SLECP-A selects one enlisted member per MAJCOM (17 globally) to stay on active duty, but to attend a school of their choice as a full-time student. Enlisted Guardian, Airman selected to commission into USSF For more information, please see our For more information on commissioning in the Air Force contact your base education office or visit https://www.airforce.com/how-to-join/process/enlisted-to-officer, An official website of the United States government, https://www.airforce.com/how-to-join/process/enlisted-to-officer, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. Alyssa Cunha, Air Force Legal Operations Agency defense paralegal, aspired to do more with her Air Force career and began to apply to several commissioning programs throughout the Air Force. I want to be an officer because I believe I have the traits that an effective leader in the Air Force needs to motivate Airmen and manifest mission success, said Willmann. JBER Airman selected through Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program Williams will attend OTS to become a logistics readiness officer with the hopes of staying on active duty as long as possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rodney Speed) Jon Stevens March 4, 2022 8:36 am - Updated March 15, 2022 11:13 am. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Evan J. Lichtenhan), Gen. Anthony Cotton, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, informs Staff Sgt. Theodore Banta, NCO in charge of the 5 Communications Squadron Mission Defense Team, with being selected for the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program (SLECP) on December 30, 2021 at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. I was done with trying, but my leadership encouraged me to apply one more time. The SLECP holds no board or application for selection, however during each cycle of selection the competition is extremely stiff with only one being selected from each U.S. Air Force major command. (Courtesy photo). Forces Squadron operations and training superinten- Perseverance, persistence, patience result in commission The SLECP is a commissioning program that empowers members of senior leadership to handpick enlisted members for commissioning through Officer Training School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Josh W. Strickland), Staff Sgt. Terrell McWilliams, noncommissioned officer with the 78th Comptroller Squadron Commander Support Staff, who was recently selected for the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program, stands in front of the 78th Air Base Wing headquarters building at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, Nov. 14, 2022. I have a great support structure, I have some of the best Airmen I can ask for and more mentors than I probably should have. The SLECP-O allows senior Air Force leaders to directly select outstanding enlisted Airmen for commissioning through OTS. Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Team Minot Airman selected for Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Tesha Martin, 78th CPTS and WSA senior enlisted leader. %%EOF Williams will attend officer training school and become a logistics readiness officer. Current Enlisted Members | AFROTC | TTU Minot AFB airman selected for prestigious SLECP | KX NEWS The story recounted the time he spent with Bass during her visit to Robins back in April. I joined the Air Force to be financially independent from my family but I had no idea where it would take me. The difference usually came down to whether they could swallow their pride and learn from other cadets in the program that were younger and less experienced than them or not. Staff Sgt. Leaders Encouraging Airman Development Commanders may endorse highly qualified Airmen (17-22 years of age) for appointment to the Air Force Academy. I knew I would want to be commissioned in any form or fashion. Sgt. SLECP is an Air Force program designed to provide the opportunity for senior leaders to select exceptional members from the enlisted tier to attend an accredited college while on active duty status. Im most excited for the opportunities to follow this because its completely unknown, said Cunha. Sgt. Details of this program can be found here. On what seemed to be a normal Thursday morning, this defense paralegal wasnt expecting to hear Please hold for the Secretary of the Air Force, during a daily brief of her workload for the day. She had a lot of speaking engagements, and she kept a friendly and positive demeanor the entire time. William Willmann, electrical and environmental aircraft technician assigned to the 8th Maintenance Squadron, was selected for the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea. We wish him best of luck as he goes on to be an officer in the USAF.. It was such a good experience. This work, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force selects Robins Airman for Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program, by Kisha Johnson, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright. News - af.mil SLECP-O grants designated Air Force and Space Force senior leaders the ability to directly choose an exceptionally performing Airman or Guardian to commission through OTS. Outstanding technical sergeant selected for SLECP-O program While awaiting to hear about his SLECP-O package, he began to prepare himself for, What if Im not selected for the program? Forces Squadron operations and training superinten- The Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program allows senior leaders of the Air Force to select one enlisted member each to attend college full-time for up to three years to complete their undergraduate degree while receiving full pay and benefits. The SecAF chose Cunha as her choice for the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program (SLECP), February 27, 2020. Sequeira embodies the never quit attitude and truly embraces the Air Force core values," said Master Sgt. Its been a blur. Christopher Williams, 50th Comptroller Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of financial analysis, is selected for the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program Officer Training School Nov. 8, 2022. Willmann did have to submit a number of documents within just a weeks time for SLECP, he also had to do an in-person interview with 8th Fighter Wing commander, Col. David Shoemaker. Banta is from the 5th Communications Squadron and was chosen for this opportunity on Thursday. SLECP is an Air Force program designed to provide the opportunity for senior leaders to select exceptional members from the enlisted ranks to attend an accredited college while on. Enlisted members who are picked demonstrate exceptional leadership talent and are incredibly talented in their area of specialties. The SLECP is a commissioning program that empowers members of senior leadership to handpick enlisted members for commissioning through Officer Training School. Staff Sgt. I could barely keep the emotions at bay, sitting there with all my leaders in the room, said McKinley. inspired him to become a commissioned officer at PDF Department of The Air Force - Af 2. But to her surprise the Secretary of the Air Force, Barbara Barrett had other plans for her. Willmann is set to head to Officer Training School in late spring, then to his follow-on assignment to Yokota Air Base, Japan. SLECP is a commissioning program which enables senior leaders to directly select enlisted members to commission through Officer Training School who are highly talented and exhibit exceptional performance. They help me to grow and continue to grow into the best person I can be.". Theodore Banta, NCO in charge of the 5 Communication Squadron Mission Defense Team, poses for an official photo on November 13, 2018, at Minot Air Force Base North Dakota. I looked over and it was Chief Master Sgt. This is a forum dedicated to the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program (SLECP) of the U.S. Air Force. Christopher Williams, 50th Comptroller Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of financial analysis, is selected for the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program - Officer Training School Nov. 8, 2022. SLECPallows designated Air Force and Space Force senior leaders to directly select exceptionally performing, highly talented enlisted Airmen and Guardians for commissioning through OTS. I knew William was highly competitive, because I have helped a lot of my Airmen over the last three years as a commander get into various commissioning programs said Haley. Program participants are required to complete a degree within three years before attending Officer Training School to earn their commission. U.S. Space Force Staff Sgt. Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force selects Robins Airman for Senior SLECP is a commissioning program which enables designated Air Force senior leaders to directly select enlisted members to commission through officer training school who are highly talented and exhibit exceptional performance. The program also provides a two-track opportunity; one for enlisted members to pursue their degree while on active duty status (SLECP-A), as well as Airmen who have already acquired their degree to directly commission through OTS (SLECP-O). Jasmonet D. Jackson). Williams looks forward to bringing a unique perspective to the training environment, developing and honing his skills, and participating in organized physical training again. Enlisted SLECP | Enlisted Airmen | U.S. Air Force ROTC