Initial Counseling Pre-Work Checklist
Pre-Separation Counseling Resource Guide
Employment Fundamentals of Career Transition (EFCT)
Managing Your (My) Transition Timeline
Financial Planning for Transition
Military Occupational Codes Crosswalk
The Transition Readiness Program (TRP) ensures that Marines are prepared for their transition from military to civilian life and provides Marines and their families with the tools and resources needed to pursue the Department of Defense directed Career Readiness Standards.
Transition 365 is Here! Are you ready for Change?TRS is currently a week-long program required by Title 10 for all Active Duty and Reserve Marines who have served a minimum of 180 consecutive days on Active Duty. Currently, Marines are encouraged to begin TRS within 12-14 months of their EAS or within 24 months of their retirement, but no later than 180 days from EAS or Retirement (per MCO 1700.31).
USMC Transition Process Changes as of October 1, 2019, the process will include:
The updated transition process will be more tailored to post-separation goals, and Marines will be required to start the process earlier to develop a smoother transition to civilian life.
Initial Counseling requirement – No later than 365 days from EAS
Updated required training during TRS – No later than 180 days from EAS
Attendees will discuss their transitional goals, receive relevant resource referral, and review options for supplemental workshops and training. Initial counseling must be completed prior to the Pre-Separation Counseling Brief. You must register for Initial Counseling via EventBrite.
Pre-work must be completed prior to your Initial Counseling. Instructions can be found here:
Initial Counseling and Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) Checklist
Attendees explore topics such as employment, VA benefits, financial planning, transition resources, etc., and receive one-on-one guidance from a Personal and Professional Development Advisor. Completion of Initial Counseling and Pre-Separation Counseling is required prior to attendance of TRS. All Service Members must register via their Unit Transition Coordinator (UTC).
2023 TRS/Pre-Retirement Schedule – Mainside
2023 TRS Schedule – San Onofre
Beginning 6 January 2020, two-day tracks will be embedded in the week of TRS. Service Members will select their track during Initial Counseling. The four-track options will be: Employment, Education, Vocational, and Entrepreneurship. Students attending the Employment, Vocational and Entrepreneurship tracks will be provided with hard-copy materials in class. Education track attendees will utilize the following digital workbook: My Education Participant Guide
Mon-Fri | 7:30am–3:30pm |
The DOD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for active-duty military members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of active duty service.
The purpose is to obtain immediate employment upon separating/retiring.
MCB Camp Pendleton SkillBridge Program Monthly Informational BriefMCB Pendleton Theater and Training Center, BLDG 1330
Come learn about SkillBridge, the different courses, eligibility, and application procedure.
Brief held every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 11:30am until approximately 12:30pm on: May 10, Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13.
No registration needed.
SkillBridge briefs can be provided on-site for units to learn more about our program. Ask us how to schedule!
For a list of authorized SkillBridge organizations please visit: https://skillbridge.osd.mil
There are over 2000 authorized DOD SkillBridge organizations (and growing).
Eligibility
* Marines participating in the program away from and/or outside the vicinity of their permanent duty station will be accounted for in a Permissive Temporary Active Duty (PTAD) status. The limit of 30 days for PTAD does not apply for the purpose of participating in this program. Local approval authorities may approve PTAD in excess of 30 days for this program. PTAD means that all expenses associated with pursuing the program are your responsibility; these expenses may include travel costs, lodging, transportation, and meals.*
Policy
Note: As published in the Joint ethics regulations of the Department of Defense and as outlined in the U.S. Department of Labor guidance, Service members participating in a SkillBridge program are participating in a Capstone training experience at the end of the military career and are NOT eligible for wages or other benefits from industry partners since the program is supported by the Department of Defense which will continue to cover the salaries and benefits of the participating members.
In-person service not available at this time. Please utilize POC emails listed below.
VA Medical Record Screening
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm
www.va.gov
Available Services:
Pre Discharge BDD Camp Pendleton Book Online
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm
www.dav.org
Available Services:
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm
www.vfw.org
Available Services:
VA Benefits Advisors
Available at Transition Readiness Facilities for one-on-one appointments regarding accessing and understanding your VA benefits, utilizing eBenefits.
Make an appointment by calling: (760) 725-4360, or walk-ins welcome at BLDG 1101 or 1339.
Medical Records Screening
Hours of Operation: Daily, 7:30am-2:30pm
Walk-in services available at BLDG 13150 (2nd Floor) for medical records to be screened by a representative from the DAV, VFW or VA in preparation for you to file a VA disability claim with the VA.
File your VA Claim
Hours of Operation: Daily, 7:30am-2:30pm
Walk in to VA Offices in BLDG 13150: (760) 385-0416
Benefits delivered at Discharge (BDD) program filing window is 90-180 days prior to a known separation date. The service member will also have to be available for 45 days from the date of their claim submission to attend any VA examinations. You must have a firm fixed date of separation to have your records reviewed. If you are pending administrative separation, you must have your 5- or 10-day letter.
Free Personalized Educational and Career Counseling
To apply:
Log into: www.ebenefits.va.gov
Select "Apply."
Select "Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Benefits."
Apply for “Educational and Career Counseling.” Be sure to use local address.
*You can also stop by VA Offices in BLDG 13150, 2nd floor to request an application (8832 Form) or ROOM #217
Vet Centers
Locate the nearest Vet Center to you
Manage your VA benefits at EBenefits
Access VA’s services for homeless and at-risk Veterans 24/7 at:
1-877-4AID-VET ((877) 424-3838)
Marine for Life
For assistance please contact:
Jamal Brown
(619) 663-7323 or (760) 725-9791
Jamal.Brown@usmc.mil
Customs and Border Patrol (CBP)
For assistance please contact:
(619) 216-4155 or (619) 216-4152
*if no answer, leave a message
Marine 2 Guard
For assistance please contact:
MSG David Hodges (850) 726-0985
SFC Garcia (620) 640-1887
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm
Available Services:
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm
Available Services:
Mon-Fri | 7am-4pm |