MilGears Training
Christine Loving
Created on September 18, 2023
MilGears Training for Army CA Counselors
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Training for Army Credentialing Assistance Counselors
Overview of MilGears users, tools, and resources.
MilGears General
How to upload documents to receive and interpret personalized results for career planning.
Engage My Career
Explore specific military and civilian career and credential opportunities by MOC, Credential, Career Goals, and Interests.
Quick Explorer
Overview
This training is divided into three main sections:
Objective 1.3
Practical Application
#2, #3, #4
MilGears
Overview
Engage My Career
Overview
EMC - Select My Path
Occupations
EMC - Select My Path
Credentials
Quick Explorer
Overview - Coming Soon
Training Sub-Sections
Click to jump to a section
Objectives
MilGears
- Identify user groups & benefits of using MilGears
- Identify the different tools or "gears" available
- Demonstrate how to access:
- Quickstart Guides
- Important Links
- Knowledge Base
MilGears
Identify user groups & benefits of using MilGears
Veterans
Transitioning
Active Duty
Recruits
Objective 1.1 & 1.2
Hover over each user group name to learn more
MilGears can help potential recruits make an informed decision that will put them on the path to a successful career in the military and beyond.
Current Soldiers can enter their military and civilian experience, training, and education and receive customized career and credentialing recommendations based on their unique qualifications.
Transitioning Soldiers can see how their military experience stacks up to a civilian occupation or credential.
Veterans can explore military, civilian, and federal occupations that connect prior military experience to civilian occupations and credentials in high-demand career fields.
MilGears
View the below video about MilGears
Get customized career and credentialing recommendations based on unique qualifications.
Engage My Career (EMC)
Explore specific military and civilian career and credential opportunities.
Quick Explorer
MilGears
Identify the different tools or "gears" available
Objective 1.3
MilGears
Demonstrate how to access the Quickstart Guides & Important Links
Interactive guides with instructions, best practices and tips for quickly navigating through MilGears Tools.
Interactive guides with instructions, best practices and tips for quickly navigating through MilGears Tools.
Quickstart Guides
Important Links
Objectives 1.4 & 1.5
MilGears
Demonstrate how to use the Knowledge Base
Click the icon on the right side of any page of MilGears to access the Knowledge Base
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Search by keyword to view articles related to your search.
Select a question to view the answer and additional information.
Objective 1.6
Objectives
Engage My Career
- Identify which documents can be uploaded into EMC
- Explain how/where to obtain these documents/records
- Demonstrate how to upload a document into EMC
- Demonstrate how to edit & add a record in EMC
- Demonstrate how to download the LER
- Explain what an LER is and how it can be used
- Explain what a session file is and how it can be used
- Demonstrate how to use "My MOC"
- Explain information provided in "About your MOC"
- Explain information provided in "Military Benefits"
Engage My Career
Review the QuickStart Guide by Clicking the Image Below
Keep this guide open in a separate tab to refer back to as you progress through the training.
Engage My Career
Identify which documents can be uploaded
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 3
Objective 2.1
Engage My Career
Explain how/where to obtain these documents/records
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 5
Engage My Career
Explain how/where to obtain these documents/records
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 3
Objective 2.2
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 34
How to add a new record
Objective 2.5
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 34
How to edit a record
Objective 2.4
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 17
How to download the LER
Objective 2.6
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 35
Practical Application
Objective 2.7
Engage My Career
View the below video about Session Files
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 32
Session Files
Objective 2.8
Engage My Career
View the below video about the Engage My Career (EMC) Tool
Visit MilGears - Engage My Career
Engage My Career
Practical Application #1
https://milgears.osd.mil/engage-my-career
Upload JST
Download JST - 89A
Click here to download
Objective 2.3
Instructions on next slide
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Engage My Career
Practical Application #1
Objective 3.0
1. Click
2. Select Branch (optional)
3.
Engage My Career
Practical Application #1
Objective 3.0
Click
to go through each section
- OR -
Click "Review LER/Select My Path"
Don't change any of the data
Engage My Career
2. Select "My MOC" at the top of the screen
1. Click "Select My Path" from the Results screen
Practical Application #1
Objectives 2.9, 2.10. 2.11
3. View information about current MOC including Pay Calculator & Links about Military Benefits
Engage My Career
Click "My LER" to return to view My Learning and Employment Record "LER"
Click "Select My Path" to view results
Practical Application #1
Objectives
EMC "Select My Path"Occupations
- Explain the types of Occupations in the results
- Demonstrate how to view related Civilian Occupations
- Explain the icons and what they mean
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters
- Demonstrate how to compare occupations and what results show/how they can be used
- Demonstrate the “How I Stack Up” page(s)
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “How I Stack Up” page shows and how each can be used
- Select the Certification tab and explain the “star” icons
- Demonstrate selecting a credential to view additional information and explain what this information means
- Demonstrate how to Download the occupation information and how this can be used
- Demonstrate how to view related Federal Occupations
- Demonstrate how to view related Federal Occupations
- Explain what a Federal Occupation is
- Explain the icons and what they mean
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “Learn More” page shows and how each can be used
Engage My Career
If you have not uploaded the 89A JST, click the arrow on the left to go back to follow the instructions
2. Select the Occupations Radio Button
1. Click "Select My Path" from the Results screen
Select My Path - Occupations
Objective 3.0
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Occupations - Types of Occupations
Objectives 3.1
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 19, 20 & 37
Select My Path - Occupations - Civilian Occupations
Objectives 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5
View related civilian Occupations
compare any two occupations
Use the Filters
View which occupations have expected job openings
Determine which state(s) are the best for these jobs?
Determine if either of these jobs has rapid job growth.
View which occupations have the indicator that the soldier has met ALL of the requirements to obtain
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HELP
HELP
HELP
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 22 & 26
Select My Path - Occupations - Civilian Occupations
Objectives 3.6, 3.7, 3.8
select "how I stack up" for any occupation
Determine if the soldier has met the minimum education requirements for this occupation.
Determine the best states for this job.
Review the common work activities performed in this occupation.
Review the credentials related to this occupation.
Determine whether the soldier has met the requirements for these credentials.
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Occupations - Civilian Occupations
Objectives 3.9
select Any credential
Identify the agency that offers this credential.
View the minimum requirements for this credential.
Determine whether the soldier has met the requirements for this credential.
Click the x in the upper right corner to return to the results.
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 22
Select My Path - Occupations - Civilian Occupations
Objectives 3.6, 3.7 & 3.10
(Cont.) select "how I stack up" for any occupation
View related apprenticeships.
Review the related degrees.
Click on a degree to view a table of Institutions that offer that degree.
View information on SkillBridge. Click the link to visit the SkillBridge website.
Review current job openings related to this occupation. Search by your zip code to narrow results.
This tab may not be available for all occupations.
Download the Occupation Details by selecting this icon
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Occupations - Federal Occupations
Objective 3.11
1. Collapse the Civilian Occupations Results by selecting the ^ in the upper right corner.
2. Select Federal Occupations to view results
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Occupations - Federal Occupations
Objective 3.12
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Occupations - Federal Occupations
Objectives 3.11, 3.13, 3.14, 3.15, & 3.16
select
Review the icons and what they mean.
Review the filters for Occupation Groups.
Select "Learn More" for any Federal Occupation.
Review the information in the Job Details, Certifications, Education, and Civilian Occupations tabs.
View current Federal Job Openings.
Download the Federal Occupation Details by selecting this icon
This tab opens a website in a new window.
Objectives
EMC "Select My Path"Credentials
- Explain the types of Credentials in the results
- Demonstrate how to view related Certifications/Licenses
- Explain the icons and what they mean, focusing on the How I Stack Up icons
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters
- Demonstrate how to compare credentials and what results show/how they can be used
- Demonstrate the “How I Stack Up” page(s) and how to use this information
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “How I Stack Up” page shows and how each can be used
- View “stackable credentials” and demonstrate how you would advise a SM regarding this goal
- Demonstrate the “view certification pathway” feature
- Demonstrate how to view related Degree Programs
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters
- Demonstrate how to compare degree programs and what results show/how they can be used
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “Learn More” page shows and how each can be used
- Demonstrate how to view related Apprenticeships
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “Learn More” page shows and how each can be used
Engage My Career
If you have not uploaded the 89A JST, click the arrow on the left to go back to follow the instructions
2. Select the CredentialsRadio Button
1. Click "Select My Path" from the Results screen
Practical Application #1 (cont.)
Objective 3.0
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Credentials - Types of Credentials
Objective 4.1
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 21
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 38
Select My Path - Credentials - Certifications/Licenses Icons
Objectives 4.3
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Credentials - Certifications/Licenses Filters
Objectives 4.2, 4..4 & 4.8
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In Demand
Determine which credentials/licenses are in demand.
MOS Related
Determine which credentials/licenses are related to the soldier's MOS.
Stackable
Determine which credentials/licenses are stackable credentials.
How I Stack Up
Determine which credentials/licenses have the indicator that the soldier has met MOST of the requirements.
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 21
Select Certifications/Licenses
Filters
Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 21
Select My Path - Credentials - Certifications/Licenses
Objectives 4.5
compare any two Credentials
Determine if either of these credentials is GI Bill Funded.
Determine if either of these credentials are in demand.
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Engage My Career
Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 22
Select My Path - Credentials - Certifications/Licenses
Objectives 4.6, 4.7 & 4.9
select "how I stack up" for any credential
Determine if the soldier has met the minimum education requirements for this credential.
Review the related occupations.
Review the related certifications.
Select
Determine which order credentials should be pursued.
Note: Not all credentials will have a certification pathway. Use the "Stackable Credentials" filter to view credentials with this option.
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Credentials - Degree Programs
Objective 4.10
1. Collapse the Certifications/Licenses Results by selecting the ^ in the upper right corner.
2. Select Degree Programs to view related educational programs.
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Credentials - Degree Programs Filters
Objectives 4.11
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Degree Levels
View degree programs by level and length of program.
State
View degree programs offered at institutions in a specific state.
Institution
View degree programs offered at a specific institution.
Associated Cluster
View degree programs by related career clusters.
Filters
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Credentials - Degree Programs
Objectives 4.12
compare any two Degree Programs
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Engage My Career
Select My Path - Credentials - Degree Programs
Objective 4.13
select "learn more" for any degree
Determine if the soldier already holds a degree at this level.
Review the related occupations.
Review the related certifications.
Select any credential to learn more and view requirements.
View locations where this degree is offered, approval for TA and GI Bill, and a link to apply.
Click the x in the upper right corner to return to the results.
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Credentials - Apprenticeships
Objective 4.14
1. Collapse the Degree Programs Results by selecting the ^ in the upper right corner.
2. Select Apprenticeships to view related apprenticeship programs.
Engage My Career
Select My Path - Credentials - Apprenticeships
Objective 4.15
select "learn more" for any Apprenticeship
Review the links under Next Steps.
Review the related occupations.
Review the related certifications.
Select any credential to learn more and view requirements.
View related degrees. Click on a degree to view a table of Institutions that offer that degree.
Click the x in the upper right corner to return to the results.
Visit MilGears - Engage My Career
Engage My Career
Practical Application #2
https://milgears.osd.mil/engage-my-career
Upload JST & ORB
Download JST & ORB - 420A CW3
For help, click the arrow
Objective 2.3
Click here to download
HELP
Engage My Career
Practical Application #2
Access the form below to complete Practical Application #2
FORM
Visit MilGears - Engage My Career
Engage My Career
Practical Application #3
https://milgears.osd.mil/engage-my-career
Upload JST & ORB
Download JST & ORB - 90A 1LT
For help, click the arrow
Objective 2.3
Click here to download
HELP
Engage My Career
Practical Application #3
Access the form below to complete Practical Application #3
FORM
Visit MilGears - Engage My Career
Engage My Career
Practical Application #4
https://milgears.osd.mil/engage-my-career
Upload JST & VMET
Download JST & VMET - 91J
For help, click the arrow
Objective 2.3
Click here to download
HELP
Engage My Career
Practical Application #4
FORM
Access the form below to complete Practical Application #4
Objectives
Quick Explorer
- Name the five sections of the Quick Explorer Tool
- Describe the five tools below and who would benefit from using each section
- Military Occupation (MOC)
- Cyber IT/CSWF
- Credentials
- Career Goals
- Interests
Quick Explorer
Name the five sections of the Quick Explorer Tool
Objectives 5.1 & 5.2
- Examine career pathways related to a specific military occupation
- Designed for aspiring, current, and veteran military users
- Shows opportunities for professional development, such as certifications and degrees
- View military, federal, and civlian occupations including lucrative, in-demand IT and Cybersecurity Work Roles
- Useful for Service members, civil servents, or federal contractors in current cyber roles or looking for new opportunities
- Explore credentials including degree programs, certifications, USMAP registered apprenticeships, and federal licenses
- Useful for anyone looking for more information about careers related to a specific credential
- Examine career pathways based on specific career areas
- Search by keyword, industry, and/or job pathway, family or cluster
- Useful for job-seekers or anyone looking for more information about a career area
- Explore career pathways related to likes and dislikes
- Measures career-related interests and allows users to search for careers that require the knowledge, skills, and abilities aligned with those interests
- Useful for those unclear about what type of work interests them
Objectives
Quick Explorer Military Occupation
- Demonstrate how to search by an MOC and view:
- Professional Military Development
- Credentials
- Post-Secondary Education
- Civilian Pathways
- Federal Occupations
- Explain the icons and what they mean
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters
- Demonstrate how to compare results and what results show/how they can be used
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “View Details” page shows and how each can be used.
- Explain what is displayed on the Federal Occupations page and how to use the information in the table.
- Explain what each of the tabs on the More About my MOS (Enlisted Only) shows and how each can be used
Objectives
Quick Explorer Credentials
- Demonstrate how to search by:
- Degree
- Certification
- Apprenticeship
- Federal License
- Explain the icons and what they mean.
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters.
- Demonstrate how to compare results and what results show/how they can be used.
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “View Details” page shows and how each can be used.
Objectives
Quick Explorer Career Goals
- Demonstrate how to search by:
- Military Occupations
- Federal Occupations
- Civilian Occupations
- Search by keyword or select an occupational area/group/job family/industry/job cluster from the dropdowns.
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters.
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “View Details” or “Learn More” pages show and how each can be used.
Objectives
Quick Explorer Interests
- Demonstrate how to complete the interest profiler.
- Explain the icons and what they mean.
- Explain and demonstrate how to use the filters.
- Demonstrate how to compare occupations and what results show/how they can be used.
- Explain what each of the tabs on the “View Details” page shows and how each can be used.
- Demonstrate how to change your answers without starting over.