MilGears Training

Training for Army Credentialing Assistance Counselors

Objective 1.3

This training is divided into three main sections:

Overview

Quick Explorer

Explore specific military and civilian career and credential opportunities by MOC, Credential, Career Goals, and Interests.

Engage My Career

How to upload documents to receive and interpret personalized results for career planning.

MilGears General

Overview of MilGears users, tools, and resources.

Click to jump to a section

Training Sub-Sections

Overview - Coming Soon

Quick Explorer

Credentials

EMC - Select My Path

Occupations

EMC - Select My Path

Overview

Engage My Career

Overview

MilGears

#2, #3, #4

Practical Application

• 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

Objectives

Hover over each user group name to learn more

Objective 1.1 & 1.2

Recruits

Active Duty

Transitioning

Veterans

Identify user groups & benefits of using MilGears

MilGears

View the below video about MilGears

MilGears

Objective 1.3

Identify the different tools or "gears" available

MilGears

Quick Explorer

Explore specific military and civilian career and credential opportunities.

Engage My Career (EMC)

Get customized career and credentialing recommendations based on unique qualifications.

Objectives 1.4 & 1.5

Important Links

Quickstart Guides

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.

Demonstrate how to access the Quickstart Guides & Important Links

MilGears

Objective 1.6

Select a question to view the answer and additional information.

Search by keyword to view articles related to your search.

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Click the icon on the right side of any page of MilGears to access the Knowledge Base

Demonstrate how to use the Knowledge Base

MilGears

• 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

Objectives

Keep this guide open in a separate tab to refer back to as you progress through the training.

Review the QuickStart Guide by Clicking the Image Below

Engage My Career

Objective 2.1

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 3

Identify which documents can be uploaded

Engage My Career

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 5

Explain how/where to obtain these documents/records

Engage My Career

Objective 2.2

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 3

Explain how/where to obtain these documents/records

Engage My Career

Objective 2.5

How to add a new record

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 34

Engage My Career

Objective 2.4

How to edit a record

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 34

Engage My Career

Objective 2.6

How to download the LER

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 17

Engage My Career

Objective 2.7

Practical Application

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 35

Engage My Career

View the below video about Session Files

Engage My Career

Objective 2.8

Session Files

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 32

Engage My Career

View the below video about the Engage My Career (EMC) Tool

Engage My Career

HELP

Instructions on next slide

Objective 2.3

Click here to download

Download JST - 89A

Upload JST

https://milgears.osd.mil/engage-my-career

Practical Application #1

Engage My Career

Visit MilGears - Engage My Career

3.

2. Select Branch (optional)

1. Click

Objective 3.0

Practical Application #1

Engage My Career

Don't change any of the data

Click "Review LER/Select My Path"

- OR -

to go through each section

Click

Objective 3.0

Practical Application #1

Engage My Career

3. View information about current MOC including Pay Calculator & Links about Military Benefits

Objectives 2.9, 2.10. 2.11

Practical Application #1

1. Click "Select My Path" from the Results screen

2. Select "My MOC" at the top of the screen

Engage My Career

Practical Application #1

Click "Select My Path" to view results

Click "My LER" to return to view My Learning and Employment Record "LER"

Engage My Career

• 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

• 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

EMC "Select My Path"Occupations

Objectives

Objective 3.0

Select My Path - Occupations

1. Click "Select My Path" from the Results screen

2. Select the Occupations Radio Button

If you have not uploaded the 89A JST, click the arrow on the left to go back to follow the instructions

Engage My Career

Objectives 3.1

Select My Path - Occupations - Types of Occupations

Engage My Career

HELP

HELP

HELP

View which occupations have the indicator that the soldier has met ALL of the requirements to obtain

Determine if either of these jobs has rapid job growth.

Determine which state(s) are the best for these jobs?

View which occupations have expected job openings

Use the Filters

compare any two occupations

View related civilian Occupations

Objectives 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5

Select My Path - Occupations - Civilian Occupations

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 19, 20 & 37

Engage My Career

Determine whether the soldier has met the requirements for these credentials.

Review the credentials related to this occupation.

Review the common work activities performed in this occupation.

Determine the best states for this job.

Determine if the soldier has met the minimum education requirements for this occupation.

select "how I stack up" for any occupation

Objectives 3.6, 3.7, 3.8

Select My Path - Occupations - Civilian Occupations

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 22 & 26

Engage My Career

Click the x in the upper right corner to return to the results.

Determine whether the soldier has met the requirements for this credential.

View the minimum requirements for this credential.

Identify the agency that offers this credential.

select Any credential

Objectives 3.9

Select My Path - Occupations - Civilian Occupations

Engage My Career

Download the Occupation Details by selecting this icon

This tab may not be available for all occupations.

Review current job openings related to this occupation. Search by your zip code to narrow results.

View information on SkillBridge. Click the link to visit the SkillBridge website.

Click on a degree to view a table of Institutions that offer that degree.

Review the related degrees.

View related apprenticeships.

(Cont.) select "how I stack up" for any occupation

Objectives 3.6, 3.7 & 3.10

Select My Path - Occupations - Civilian Occupations

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 22

Engage My Career

2. Select Federal Occupations to view results

1. Collapse the Civilian Occupations Results by selecting the ^ in the upper right corner.

Objective 3.11

Select My Path - Occupations - Federal Occupations

Engage My Career

Objective 3.12

Select My Path - Occupations - Federal Occupations

Engage My Career

This tab opens a website in a new window.

Download the Federal Occupation Details by selecting this icon

View current Federal Job Openings.

Review the information in the Job Details, Certifications, Education, and Civilian Occupations tabs.

Select "Learn More" for any Federal Occupation.

Review the filters for Occupation Groups.

Review the icons and what they mean.

select

Objectives 3.11, 3.13, 3.14, 3.15, & 3.16

Select My Path - Occupations - Federal Occupations

Engage My Career

• 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

• 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

EMC "Select My Path"Credentials

Objectives

Objective 3.0

Practical Application #1 (cont.)

1. Click "Select My Path" from the Results screen

2. Select the CredentialsRadio Button

If you have not uploaded the 89A JST, click the arrow on the left to go back to follow the instructions

Engage My Career

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 21

Objective 4.1

Select My Path - Credentials - Types of Credentials

Engage My Career

Objectives 4.3

Select My Path - Credentials - Certifications/Licenses Icons

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 38

Engage My Career

Filters

Select Certifications/Licenses

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 21

Determine which credentials/licenses have the indicator that the soldier has met MOST of the requirements.

How I Stack Up

Determine which credentials/licenses are stackable credentials.

Stackable

Determine which credentials/licenses are related to the soldier's MOS.

MOS Related

Determine which credentials/licenses are in demand.

In Demand

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Objectives 4.2, 4..4 & 4.8

Select My Path - Credentials - Certifications/Licenses Filters

Engage My Career

HELP

Determine if either of these credentials are in demand.

Determine if either of these credentials is GI Bill Funded.

compare any two Credentials

Objectives 4.5

Select My Path - Credentials - Certifications/Licenses

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 21

Engage My Career

Determine which order credentials should be pursued.

Select

Review the related certifications.

Review the related occupations.

Determine if the soldier has met the minimum education requirements for this credential.

select "how I stack up" for any credential

Objectives 4.6, 4.7 & 4.9

Select My Path - Credentials - Certifications/Licenses

Reference: Engage My Career Quickstart Guide Page 22

Engage My Career

2. Select Degree Programs to view related educational programs.

1. Collapse the Certifications/Licenses Results by selecting the ^ in the upper right corner.

Objective 4.10

Select My Path - Credentials - Degree Programs

Engage My Career

Filters

View degree programs by related career clusters.

Associated Cluster

View degree programs offered at a specific institution.

Institution

View degree programs offered at institutions in a specific state.

State

View degree programs by level and length of program.

Degree Levels

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Objectives 4.11

Select My Path - Credentials - Degree Programs Filters

Engage My Career

Click the x in the upper right corner to return to the results.

View locations where this degree is offered, approval for TA and GI Bill, and a link to apply.

Select any credential to learn more and view requirements.

Review the related certifications.

Review the related occupations.

Determine if the soldier already holds a degree at this level.

select "learn more" for any degree

Objective 4.13

Select My Path - Credentials - Degree Programs

Engage My Career

2. Select Apprenticeships to view related apprenticeship programs.

1. Collapse the Degree Programs Results by selecting the ^ in the upper right corner.

Objective 4.14

Select My Path - Credentials - Apprenticeships

Engage My Career

Click the x in the upper right corner to return to the results.

View related degrees. Click on a degree to view a table of Institutions that offer that degree.

Select any credential to learn more and view requirements.

Review the related certifications.

Review the related occupations.

Review the links under Next Steps.

select "learn more" for any Apprenticeship

Objective 4.15

Select My Path - Credentials - Apprenticeships

Engage My Career

HELP

Click here to download

Objective 2.3

For help, click the arrow

Download JST & ORB - 420A CW3

Upload JST & ORB

https://milgears.osd.mil/engage-my-career

Practical Application #2

Engage My Career

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FORM

Access the form below to complete Practical Application #2

Practical Application #2

Engage My Career

HELP

Click here to download

Objective 2.3

For help, click the arrow

Download JST & ORB - 90A 1LT

Upload JST & ORB

https://milgears.osd.mil/engage-my-career

Practical Application #3

Engage My Career

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FORM

Access the form below to complete Practical Application #3

Practical Application #3

Engage My Career

HELP

Click here to download

Objective 2.3

For help, click the arrow

Download JST & VMET - 91J

Upload JST & VMET

https://milgears.osd.mil/engage-my-career

Practical Application #4

Engage My Career

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Access the form below to complete Practical Application #4

FORM

Practical Application #4

Engage My Career