Education Opportunities Overview
Career-Long Educational Path
Throughout an Airman's Career
Educational opportunities exist throughout an Airman's career which contribute to individual overall development.
What PME Does
Professional Military Education (PME) enhances performance in each phase of professional development and builds upon the foundation of leadership abilities developed during the earlier stages of an individual's career.
How PME Complements Other Training
PME Complements Other Programs
PME complements:
- Training
- Experience
- Other educational programs
…to provide enlisted leaders a continuum of learning via progressive courses concentrated on developing:
- Leadership
- Airmanship
- Military professionalism
What PME Develops
PME courses provide professional education to enlisted Airmen to ensure development of USAF institutional competencies and subcompetencies vital to the knowledge and skills required for:
- Critical thinking
- Sound decision-making
- A strategic mindset
Reference
For additional information about USAF PME programs and policies, refer to DAFI 36-2670.