Family Readiness Program Training is centered primarily on the formal training required for the Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program (MCO 1754.9B). Classes are available for MCCS employees hired as Deployment Readiness Coordinators (DRC), active duty command appointed Uniformed Readiness Coordinators (URC), and family members interested in becoming more involved in their unit’s program as an appointed volunteer serving as a Family Readiness Command Team Advisor (FRCTA) or Family Readiness Assistant (FRA).

Additional Info

Join forces with your unit Deployment Readiness Coordinator (DRC) or Uniformed Readiness Coordinator (URC)! As a Family Readiness Command Team Advisor, or Family Readiness Assistant you get the inside scoop on the Marine Corps’ current Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program.

Throughout this class you'll learn:

  • What role you play in supporting your units Unit Personal Family Readiness Program
  • Where to find the resources families need most in a pinch
  • How to share (ideas) and network with other family members

Looking to expand your personal and professional skills, all while supporting Marines, Sailors, and their families?
Family Readiness Command Team Advisor/Assistant Training is offered twice a month virtually via Adobe Connect or unit specific.

Call for class registration: (760) 763-1846
MCFTB Main office line: (760) 725-9052

Deployment Readiness Coordinators (DRC) or members of a Command Team in need of a unit-specific Command Team Training may contact the FRPT office at (760) 763-1846.

Required at all commands providing direct support to Marines and family members.
Training is required for new commanders and their entire Command Team within sixty days of assuming command.

Family Readiness Command Team (FRCT): In partnership with unit leadership, the FRCTs gauges readiness needs, makes available resources, and provides educational opportunities for unit Marines, family members, and Authorized Contact(s).

Only open to MCCS employees hired as Deployment Readiness Coordinators (DRC) and command-appointed Uniformed Readiness Coordinators (URC).

Welcome to the most challenging experience of your life. This workshop provides each participant with a detailed understanding of the Marine Corps' current Unit, Personal, and Family Readiness Program. The subject matter focuses specifically on the roles and responsibilities of the DRC and URC. Whether you're new to the game or the been involved with the Unit Personal Family Readiness Program for years, you are sure to walk away with a thorough knowledge of the part you play in taking care of Marines, Sailors, and families. Bring your thinking cap, your past experiences, and your brilliant new ideas…because this is your chance to ask the tough questions, share what has (or hasn't) worked, and network with others that will be on the frontlines of Family Readiness with you!

Topics include but not limited to:

  • Purpose of the Unit Personal Family Readiness Program (UPFRP)
  • Family Readiness Command Team (FRCT)
  • Deployment Support
  • Readiness & Resource Support
  • Unit Family Readiness Funds (UFRF)

Deployment Readiness Coordinators (DRC) or members of a Command Team in need of a unit-specific Command Team Training may contact the FRPT office at:

DRC/URC Training
Offered monthly at Marine and Family Programs BLDG 13150
To register call: (760)-763-1846

MCFTB Main Office Line
(760) 725-9052

Quarterly DRC/URC Sync Meeting
The DRC/URC Sync Meeting is designed to bring Marine & Family Programs and Camp Pendleton DRCs and URCs together to share resources, best practices, a build camaraderie to help Marines, Sailors and their Family Members thrive while serving in the military.

Contact Information and Resources
Family Readiness Program

Phone: 7607631846

Hours of operation:

Mon-Fri 7:30am–4pm
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