CGI Website Updates

TACCTS Blasts

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16 APR 13	Effective Immediately - IS2 0290-1 #51/52/53 is no longer available for testing purposes due to compromise. This test shall be destroyed and ticket submitted through TACCTS for removal from your inventory. A TACCTS blast will be sent once new IS2 exams are available. If you have any questions, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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15 APR 13	BM1 0112-2 #51/52/53 EOCT Compromise Effective Immediately - BM1 0112-2 #51/52/53 is no longer available for testing purposes due to compromise. This test shall be destroyed and ticket submitted through TACCTS for removal from your inventory. A TACCTS blast will be sent once new BM1 EOCT's are available. If you have any questions, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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19 MAR 13	Ref: ALCOAST 049/13 Effective Immediately: New Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for FS1/FS2/FS3 are now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series and is strictly used for testing ONLY. Note 1: The administration of these tests require members to bring a copy of the book "Professional Cooking" 7th ed. by Wayne Gisslen. The 7th edition was provided by HQ to units with FS personnel and is the only publication allowed for testing purposes. Members taking the FS Rating Advancement Test may use a "marked up" or "highlighted" Professional Cooking Book, but tabs and/or flagged pages are not allowed. ESOs shall inspect the book prior to administering test and remove any documents/notes. Note 2: Current FS EOCTs continue to be valid for RESERVE personnel ONLY thru 1 July 2013. All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. For tracking purposes, include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address. Non-library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division @ 405/954-2437.

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19 MAR 13

Ref: ALCOAST 049/13

Effective Immediately: New Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for FS1/FS2/FS3 are now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series and is strictly used for testing ONLY.

Note 1: The administration of these tests require members to bring a copy of the book "Professional Cooking" 7th ed. by Wayne Gisslen. The 7th edition was provided by HQ to units with FS personnel and is the only publication allowed for testing purposes. Members taking the FS Rating Advancement Test may use a "marked up" or "highlighted" Professional Cooking Book, but tabs and/or flagged pages are not allowed. ESOs shall inspect the book prior to administering test and remove any documents/notes.

Note 2: Current FS EOCTs continue to be valid for RESERVE personnel ONLY thru 1 July 2013.

All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. For tracking purposes, include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address.

Non-library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division @ 405/954-2437.

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25 FEB 13	Effective Immediately:REF ALCOAST 049/13 New Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for SK1/SK2/SK3 are now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series and is strictly used for testing only. These tests are considered open book, but only the CD can be used for this purpose. Updated EOCT/RAT Course Info is available on the CGI Website. Note 1: 2 CD's will initially be sent with each test series. If additional CD's are warranted please submit a TACCTS ticket. Note 2: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. For tracking purposes, include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address. Non-library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division @ 405/954-2437.

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25 FEB 13

Effective Immediately:REF ALCOAST 049/13 New Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for SK1/SK2/SK3 are now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series and is strictly used for testing only. These tests are considered open book, but only the CD can be used for this purpose.

Updated EOCT/RAT Course Info is available on the CGI Website.

Note 1: 2 CD's will initially be sent with each test series. If additional CD's are warranted please submit a TACCTS ticket.

Note 2: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. For tracking purposes, include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address.

Non-library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division @ 405/954-2437.

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12 Feb 13	SK Strikers - ALCOAST 049/13 did not specifically address SK Strikers. ESOs may administer the SK3 EOCT to SK Strikers until 1 Aug 2013. Completion of the SK3 PQG and CG-3303C-SK (Rev.03-20090 or CG-RPQ-SK (Rev.03-2009) satisfy the prerequisites for administering the test. After 1 Aug 2013 SK Strikers will be required to complete the CG-RPQ-SK (Rev.11-2013) and the SK3 rating advancement test for placement onto the advancement eligibility list. These updates will be included into a Striker Program ALCOAST to be released at a future date.Also, the new SK RAT's are not yet available. A TACCTS Blast will be sent once the exams are available and ready for order. Please do not order exams until notification of availability has been made.If you have any questions please contact CST @ 405/954-7275.

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12 Feb 13

SK Strikers - ALCOAST 049/13 did not specifically address SK Strikers. ESOs may administer the SK3 EOCT to SK Strikers until 1 Aug 2013. Completion of the SK3 PQG and CG-3303C-SK (Rev.03-20090 or CG-RPQ-SK (Rev.03-2009) satisfy the prerequisites for administering the test. After 1 Aug 2013 SK Strikers will be required to complete the CG-RPQ-SK (Rev.11-2013) and the SK3 rating advancement test for placement onto the advancement eligibility list. These updates will be included into a Striker Program ALCOAST to be released at a future date.Also, the new SK RAT's are not yet available. A TACCTS Blast will be sent once the exams are available and ready for order. Please do not order exams until notification of availability has been made.If you have any questions please contact CST @ 405/954-7275.

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6 Feb 13	DANTES Information Bulletin, dated Feb. 2013, New Official Joint Transcript Now Available announces the completion of a new transcript system called the Joint Service Transcript (JST). The Coast Guard Institute is currently working to resolve data issues, completing internal testing, and validating member information prior to migrating to the JST. Transcripts requested through the JST at this juncture are not official and will not be processed. Please continue to use the current process for requesting transcripts through the Coast Guard Institute until notified, via TACCTS blast, that the JST application is fully supported and operational. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Ms. Martha Fischer at (405) 954-7255

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6 Feb 13

DANTES Information Bulletin, dated Feb. 2013, *New Official Joint Transcript Now Available* announces the completion of a new transcript system called the Joint Service Transcript (JST). The Coast Guard Institute is currently working to resolve data issues, completing internal testing, and validating member information prior to migrating to the JST. Transcripts requested through the JST at this juncture are not official and will not be processed. Please continue to use the current process for requesting transcripts through the Coast Guard Institute until notified, via TACCTS blast, that the JST application is fully supported and operational.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Ms. Martha Fischer at (405) 954-7255

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22 JAN 13	The CG Institute has ten seats remaining for the 20-21 February ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 12 February 2013.

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22 JAN 13

The CG Institute has ten seats remaining for the 20-21 February ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 12 February 2013.

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20 DEC 12	FORCECOM has received reports from ESOs that there is erroneous guidance mandating Training Management Tool (TMT) entry of RPQ for all ratings. Only ratings fully transitioned to ERATS- AET, AMT, AST MST and OS (ALCOAST 262-12, ALCOAST 33/11, and ALCOAST 46/12) need to record completion of Rating Performance Qualifications (RPQs) into TMT. As a reminder, ESOs need to confirm members (of ALL rates) have completed their RPQ/PQG Performance Support Worksheets prior to allowing the member to take the End of Course Test (EOCT) or Rating Advancement Test (RAT). Questions about the policy need to be directed to the Coast Guard's Chief Rating Knowledge Manager, MCPO Keith Alholm at (202) 475-5489.

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20 DEC 12

FORCECOM has received reports from ESOs that there is erroneous guidance mandating Training Management Tool (TMT) entry of RPQ for all ratings. Only ratings fully transitioned to ERATS- AET, AMT, AST MST and OS (ALCOAST 262-12, ALCOAST 33/11, and ALCOAST 46/12) need to record completion of Rating Performance Qualifications (RPQs) into TMT.

As a reminder, ESOs need to confirm members (of ALL rates) have completed their RPQ/PQG Performance Support Worksheets prior to allowing the member to take the End of Course Test (EOCT) or Rating Advancement Test (RAT).

Questions about the policy need to be directed to the Coast Guard's Chief Rating Knowledge Manager, MCPO Keith Alholm at (202) 475-5489.

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11 DEC 12	ESO Orientation - January 2013 The CG Institute has ten seats remaining for the 16-17 January ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 08 January 2013. Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239..

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11 DEC 12

ESO Orientation - January 2013

The CG Institute has ten seats remaining for the 16-17 January ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 08 January 2013.

Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239..

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7 DEC 12	Aviation RAT Reference CD - UPDATE (DEC 2012) The reference CD dated "AUGUST 2012" for all Aviation RATs has been updated and will automatically be sent out to ALL library units holding these exams. The updated CD will reflect the new date of December 2012. You should destroy all Aviation CD's that you currently hold dated "August 2012" and suspend testing for AET, AMT, and AST until new "December 2012" updated CD is received. There is NO change to the exams for these rates, just the reference CD. You should receive the updated CD NLT 17 December. If you hold these exams and do not receive the updated CD's by 17 December please notify CST through TACCTS. REMINDER to ALL: Members should also be provided the Challenge Worksheets when they are given any paper-based exam. When challenging a question the question itself nor answer to any question should be written. Procedures and the form itself states this policy. If you have any questions, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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7 DEC 12

Aviation RAT Reference CD - UPDATE (DEC 2012)

The reference CD dated "AUGUST 2012" for all Aviation RATs has been updated and will automatically be sent out to ALL library units holding these exams. The updated CD will reflect the new date of December 2012. You should destroy all Aviation CD's that you currently hold dated "August 2012" and suspend testing for AET, AMT, and AST until new "December 2012" updated CD is received. There is NO change to the exams for these rates, just the reference CD.

You should receive the updated CD NLT 17 December. If you hold these exams and do not receive the updated CD's by 17 December please notify CST through TACCTS.

REMINDER to ALL: Members should also be provided the Challenge Worksheets when they are given any paper-based exam. When challenging a question the question itself nor answer to any question should be written. Procedures and the form itself states this policy.

If you have any questions, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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6 DEC 12	Scheduled TACCTS Downtime The TACCTS servers will be offline Sunday Dec. 9 from 0800 to 1700 (CST) due to equipment upgrades. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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6 DEC 12	Rating Advancement Exam (RAT) Requirements: Each RAT for OS, AET, AMT, and AST requires that you provide the reference CD to the member for use during the exam. This is an open book exam and the reference CD is the book in this instance. The cover sheet of each exam that contains the instructions for the ESO also states this information. If you have any questions, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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6 DEC 12

Rating Advancement Exam (RAT) Requirements:

Each RAT for OS, AET, AMT, and AST requires that you provide the reference CD to the member for use during the exam. This is an open book exam and the reference CD is the book in this instance. The cover sheet of each exam that contains the instructions for the ESO also states this information.

If you have any questions, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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26 NOV 12	ESO Orientation Course - December 12-13 The CG Institute has eight seats remaining for the 12-13 December ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 04 December. Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239.

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26 NOV 12

ESO Orientation Course - December 12-13

The CG Institute has eight seats remaining for the 12-13 December ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 04 December.

Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239.

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5 NOV 12	Certification or Certificate Programs There have been an increasing number of cases where ESOs have authorized Tuition Assistance for certification or certificate program courses. When reviewing the application for Tuition Assistance it is absolutely essential that ESOs follow COMDTINST M1500.10C Performance, Training, and Education Manual. The most common error by ESOs, when counseling members on Tuition Assistance, is identifying if the course falls under an institutions degree program. The only courses authorized for TA funding with International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) are courses that are listed in their degree program such as PD102, PD103, PRT251, PRT253, PRT254, PRT255, PRT256, and PRT259 as well as other required courses. Courses listed under their certification or certificate programs do not qualify for TA. If an ESO is in doubt about the eligibility of TA they should seek prior guidance from CG Institute before counseling the member and or approving TA. It is imperative that the member receives the correct information to prevent a potential debt on the member for an unauthorized course.

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5 NOV 12

Certification or Certificate Programs

There have been an increasing number of cases where ESOs have authorized Tuition Assistance for certification or certificate program courses. When reviewing the application for Tuition Assistance it is absolutely essential that ESOs follow COMDTINST M1500.10C Performance, Training, and Education Manual. The most common error by ESOs, when counseling members on Tuition Assistance, is identifying if the course falls under an institutions degree program. The only courses authorized for TA funding with International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) are courses that are listed in their degree program such as PD102, PD103, PRT251, PRT253, PRT254, PRT255, PRT256, and PRT259 as well as other required courses. Courses listed under their certification or certificate programs do not qualify for TA.

If an ESO is in doubt about the eligibility of TA they should seek prior guidance from CG Institute before counseling the member and or approving TA. It is imperative that the member receives the correct information to prevent a potential debt on the member for an unauthorized course.

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29 OCT 12	The CG Institute has eight seats remaining for the 28-29 November ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 14 November. Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239.

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29 OCT 12

The CG Institute has eight seats remaining for the 28-29 November ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 14 November.

Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239.

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1 OCT 12	A change is being implemented in the way references for the MST1 and MST2 Rating Advancement Tests are accessed, effective 0800 Central Time Tuesday, October 2nd. The initial window will be an HTML index. Selecting links from the HTML index will open the selected reference within the same window. Only one reference document may be opened at any time. RATs already in progress will not be affected. These changes can be previewed at: Https://etesting.uscg.mil/mstrefs/MST_References_AUG2012.htm Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

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1 OCT 12

A change is being implemented in the way references for the MST1 and MST2 Rating Advancement Tests are accessed, effective 0800 Central Time Tuesday, October 2nd.

The initial window will be an HTML index.

Selecting links from the HTML index will open the selected reference within the same window. Only one reference document may be opened at any time.

RATs already in progress will not be affected.

These changes can be previewed at: Https://etesting.uscg.mil/mstrefs/MST_References_AUG2012.htm

Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

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5 OCT 12	As of October 1, 2012, the Coast Guard Institute has begun processing FY13 Tuition Assistance (TA)applications. In order to facilitate the process, please ensure that the subject line in TACCTS contains the course start date. As a reminder, please do not submit any application more than three months before the course start date. Thank you, Tuition Assistance and Grants Division.

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9 OCT 12	The TACCTS servers will be offline Friday Oct. 12 from 1700 to Monday Oct. 15th 1000 (CST) for maintenance. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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1 OCT 12	The CG Institute has received its maximum number of students for the October ESO Orientation Course; registration is now closed. Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239.

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26 SEP 12	The CG Institute has eight seats remaining for the 24-25 October ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 09 October. Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239.

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26 SEP 12

The CG Institute has eight seats remaining for the 24-25 October ESO orientation course. The orientation course is designed to provide the fundamental skills and knowledge new ESOs require to begin their duties while also providing an orientation to the role of the Coast Guard Institute and its relationship with the field level ESOs. Each attendee will be provided briefings and hands-on training with every business line of the CGI, as well as meet the staff of the Institute. Requests for attendance must be received no later than 09 October.

Questions concerning the ESO Orientation course should be directed to GMCM Jacobs at 405-954-7239.

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20 SEP 12	The study material for the DWO exams have been changed. The only study material provided will be the NAVRULS International/Inland Book COMDTINST M16672.2D and a set of flash cards. Members are responsible to logon to the NAVCEN website http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/?pageName=navRulesContent to ensure they have the latest updates to the book. The only material members can take into the exam room for the DWINTR (0702-1) Open Book exam is the NAVRULS book. The only acceptable markings in the book are those denoted changes and updates. The book cannot contain personalized tabs, indexes, or notes. TACCTS has been updated to reflect this change and these study materials are available under the Course Order option choosing "DWINTO" and "DWINTR" and selecting "Course Material Only" from the drop down menu. Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

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20 SEP 12

The study material for the DWO exams have been changed. The only study material provided will be the NAVRULS International/Inland Book COMDTINST M16672.2D and a set of flash cards. Members are responsible to logon to the NAVCEN website http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/?pageName=navRulesContent to ensure they have the latest updates to the book. The only material members can take into the exam room for the DWINTR (0702-1) Open Book exam is the NAVRULS book. The only acceptable markings in the book are those denoted changes and updates. The book cannot contain personalized tabs, indexes, or notes.

TACCTS has been updated to reflect this change and these study materials are available under the Course Order option choosing "DWINTO" and "DWINTR" and selecting "Course Material Only" from the drop down menu.

Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

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18 SEP 12	Effective today the online references within the MST E-Test have been moved and reside within Questionmark vs. the LMS. The link to the references within the system are similar. Each reference document within the link can be accessed by clicking on the description of that reference. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

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18 SEP 12	As of today, September 18, 2012, the CGI has begun processing Fiscal Year (FY13) Tuition Assistance (TA) applications for Active Duty, Civilians and USPHS for 01 - 15 October start dates. (Section 4109 of Title 5, United States Code (USC) and Section 2396 (a) 3 of Title 10 USC gives authorization). Send all applications for Oct 1 - 15 2012 course start dates to the Institute for processing; including NCMIS users. Be aware of the student's FY12 TA usage prior to sending any FY13 applications for processing. We cannot exceed the FY12 cap to fulfill tuition requirements for any FY13 applications processed early. It is the member's decision to proceed with early processing and possibly pay tuition out of pocket, or wait until FY13 funding is made available to maximize TA availability. The CGI TAG division is asking for all FY13 applications dated 1 - 15 Oct to be submitted no later than close of business Wednesday, September 26, 2012. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Tuition Assistance & Grants Division at 405-954-1360.

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18 SEP 12

As of today, September 18, 2012, the CGI has begun processing Fiscal Year (FY13) Tuition Assistance (TA) applications for Active Duty, Civilians and USPHS for 01 - 15 October start dates. (Section 4109 of Title 5, United States Code (USC) and Section 2396 (a) 3 of Title 10 USC gives authorization). Send all applications for Oct 1 - 15 2012 course start dates to the Institute for processing; including NCMIS users. Be aware of the student's FY12 TA usage prior to sending any FY13 applications for processing. We cannot exceed the FY12 cap to fulfill tuition requirements for any FY13 applications processed early. It is the member's decision to proceed with early processing and possibly pay tuition out of pocket, or wait until FY13 funding is made available to maximize TA availability. The CGI TAG division is asking for all FY13 applications dated 1 - 15 Oct to be submitted no later than close of business Wednesday, September 26, 2012. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Tuition Assistance & Grants Division at 405-954-1360.

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22 AUG 12	Effective 22AUG12: In accordance with ALCOAST 046/12, ALL versions of EOCT for OS rating are obsolete. This includes: OS1 (Course 0138, Edition 2) OS2 (Course 0238, Edition 2) New Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for OS1/OS2 are now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series and is strictly used for testing only. These tests are considered open book, but only the CD can be used for this purpose. Updated EOCT/RAT Course Info is available on the CGI Website. Note: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. For tracking purposes, include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address. Non-library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division @ 405/954-2437.

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22 AUG 12

Effective 22AUG12:
In accordance with ALCOAST 046/12, ALL versions of EOCT for OS rating are obsolete. This includes:
OS1 (Course 0138, Edition 2)
OS2 (Course 0238, Edition 2)

New Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for OS1/OS2 are now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series and is strictly used for testing only. These tests are considered open book, but only the CD can be used for this purpose.

Updated EOCT/RAT Course Info is available on the CGI Website.

Note: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. For tracking purposes, include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address.

Non-library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact Course Support & Testing Division @ 405/954-2437.

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14 AUG 12	Effective 14AUG12: The new Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for AET1 is now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series requested and is for use during testing. These tests are considered open book, but only the CD of reference materials can be used for this purpose. Note: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes. Non library units should request course enrollment with test upon the initial request. Updated course information page will be available on the CGI Website. Any questions please contact CST Division @ 405/954-2437.

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14 AUG 12

Effective 14AUG12:
The new Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for AET1 is now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series requested and is for use during testing. These tests are considered open book, but only the CD of reference materials can be used for this purpose.

Note: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes.

Non library units should request course enrollment with test upon the initial request.

Updated course information page will be available on the CGI Website.

Any questions please contact CST Division @ 405/954-2437.

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10 AUG 12	In accordance with ALCOAST 046/12, ALL versions of EOCT for OS rating are obsolete. This includes: OS1 (Course 0138, Edition 2) OS2 (Course 0238, Edition 2) The new Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for OS1/OS2 is not yet available. Notification will be made when the new RAT for OS1/OS2 becomes available. In accordance with ALCOAST 262/12 ALL versions of EOCT for AET, AMT, and AST ratings are obsolete. This includes: AET1 (Course 0104, Edition 1) AET2 (Course 0204, Edition 1) AMT1 (Course 0106, Edition 2) AMT2 (Course 0206, Edition 2) AST1 (Course 0110, Edition 2) AST2 (Course 0210, Edition 2) New RATs for Aviation Ratings are now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series requested and is for use during testing. These tests are considered open book, but only the CD of reference materials can be used for this purpose. AET2 RATs #51,52,53 AMT1 RATs #51,52,53 AMT2 RATs #51,52,53 AST1 RATs #51,52,53 AST2 RATs #51,52,53 The new Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for AET1 is not available at this time. Notification will be made when the new RAT for AET1 becomes available. Note: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes. Non library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request. Updated Course Information Page will be available on the CGI Website. Any questions please contact CST Division @ 405/954-2437.

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10 AUG 12

In accordance with ALCOAST 046/12, ALL versions of EOCT for OS rating are obsolete. This includes:
OS1 (Course 0138, Edition 2)
OS2 (Course 0238, Edition 2)

The new Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for OS1/OS2 is not yet available. Notification will be made when the new RAT for OS1/OS2 becomes available.

In accordance with ALCOAST 262/12 ALL versions of EOCT for AET, AMT, and AST ratings are obsolete. This includes:
AET1 (Course 0104, Edition 1)
AET2 (Course 0204, Edition 1)
AMT1 (Course 0106, Edition 2)
AMT2 (Course 0206, Edition 2)
AST1 (Course 0110, Edition 2)
AST2 (Course 0210, Edition 2)

New RATs for Aviation Ratings are now available upon request. A CD of reference materials will be sent with all test series requested and is for use during testing. These tests are considered open book, but only the CD of reference materials can be used for this purpose.

AET2 RATs #51,52,53

AMT1 RATs #51,52,53
AMT2 RATs #51,52,53

AST1 RATs #51,52,53
AST2 RATs #51,52,53

The new Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for AET1 is not available at this time. Notification will be made when the new RAT for AET1 becomes available.

Note: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes.

Non library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request.

Updated Course Information Page will be available on the CGI Website.

Any questions please contact CST Division @ 405/954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
11 Jul 12	CHANGE TO MST SERVICE WIDE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT Per COMDTINST 1000.2 (series), the MST Rating Force Manager has made the following change to the service wide exam eligibility requirements for MST2s. MST2s who have passed MST1 EOCT Course 0134, edition 6 are exempt from taking the new Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for future SWE's. However, the new MST1 RPQS must be completed for advancement in accordance with ALCOAST 033/11. Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

Date

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11 Jul 12

CHANGE TO MST SERVICE WIDE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT

Per COMDTINST 1000.2 (series), the MST Rating Force Manager has made the following change to the service wide exam eligibility requirements for MST2s.

MST2s who have passed MST1 EOCT Course 0134, edition 6 are exempt from taking the new Rating Advancement Test (RAT) for future SWE's. However, the new MST1 RPQS must be completed for advancement in accordance with ALCOAST 033/11.

Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

Date	Information Updated
10 Jul 12	REF: ALCOAST 324/12 Effective 10 July 2012: The new IS1 Course Material and End of Course Test versions 51/52/53 Course Code 0190-1 are available for order thru TACCTS. Please be advised to include unit 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address in your TACCTS request. ALCOAST states handling requirements for both test and course materials. Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

Date

Information Updated

10 Jul 12

REF: ALCOAST 324/12

Effective 10 July 2012: The new IS1 Course Material and End of Course Test versions 51/52/53 Course Code 0190-1 are available for order thru TACCTS. Please be advised to include unit 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address in your TACCTS request.

ALCOAST states handling requirements for both test and course materials.

Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

Date	Information Updated
27 Jun 12	The IS2 course is for IS personnel ONLY and will be available ONLY via hard copy through the CG Institute. It needs be locked up; storage/file cabinet, desk drawer. For example, if your office can be accessed by anyone but you, (cleaning crews, facilities personnel, etc.) then lock it up in some type of container that only you have access to in order to prevent an unauthorized disclosure. Also, don't store FOUO material in a container approved to store classified material. For dissemination, IS3s working towards advancement to IS2 are the only personnel that should be given full access to the PQG (content and all). CG Recruits DO NOT have need-to-know and should never be given access to the IS2 PQG or any other FOUO material without valid and confirmed need-to-know. For recruits that express an interest in the IS rating, refer them to any pamphlets or other generalized Rating material that you have. IS3s must understand that the IS2 PQG must be properly stored...they can NOT take it home and study at the house or at any other private or public place. It is For Official Use Only and must remain at the "official" job site. As a reminder, the Investigator courses (IV1 and IV2) should only be ordered for members who are in the investigator field. These courses are restricted to IV personnel and Special Agents ONLY.

Date

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27 Jun 12

The IS2 course is for IS personnel ONLY and will be available ONLY via hard copy through the CG Institute. It needs be locked up; storage/file cabinet, desk drawer. For example, if your office can be accessed by anyone but you, (cleaning crews, facilities personnel, etc.) then lock it up in some type of container that only you have access to in order to prevent an unauthorized disclosure. Also, don't store FOUO material in a container approved to store classified material. For dissemination, IS3s working towards advancement to IS2 are the only personnel that should be given full access to the PQG (content and all). CG Recruits DO NOT have need-to-know and should never be given access to the IS2 PQG or any other FOUO material without valid and confirmed need-to-know. For recruits that express an interest in the IS rating, refer them to any pamphlets or other generalized Rating material that you have. IS3s must understand that the IS2 PQG must be properly stored...they can NOT take it home and study at the house or at any other private or public place. It is For Official Use Only and must remain at the "official" job site.

As a reminder, the Investigator courses (IV1 and IV2) should only be ordered for members who are in the investigator field. These courses are restricted to IV personnel and Special Agents ONLY.

Date	Information Updated
26 Jun 12	In accordance with ALCOAST 305/12 the revised MK2 course (Course 0232, Edition 6) is now available on the CG Portal. The new MK2 course materials and EOCT's #51/52/53 are available upon request. MK2 0232-5 51/52/53 become obsolete 8/1/2012. New series - HS2 EOCT's #54/55/56 are now available. HS2 EOCT's #52/53 are obsolete as of 2400 26 June 2012. Note: all library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes. Non library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request. Updated Course Information Page will be available on the CGI Website. Any questions please contact CST Division @ 405/954-2437.

Date

Information Updated

26 Jun 12

In accordance with ALCOAST 305/12 the revised MK2 course (Course 0232, Edition 6) is now available on the CG Portal. The new MK2 course materials and EOCT's #51/52/53 are available upon request. MK2 0232-5 51/52/53 become obsolete 8/1/2012.

New series - HS2 EOCT's #54/55/56 are now available. HS2 EOCT's #52/53 are obsolete as of 2400 26 June 2012.

Note: all library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes.

Non library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request.

Updated Course Information Page will be available on the CGI Website.

Any questions please contact CST Division @ 405/954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
15 Jun 12	In accordance with ALCOAST 287/12 the new YN1 EOCT course code 0176-2 test #51/52/53 is available upon request. Course material for the YN1 is only available via the CG Portal. There is no paper copy. Note: all library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes. Non library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request. Updated Course Information Page will be available on the CGI Website. Any questions please contact CST Division @ 405/954-2437.

Date

Information Updated

15 Jun 12

In accordance with ALCOAST 287/12 the new YN1 EOCT course code 0176-2 test #51/52/53 is available upon request. Course material for the YN1 is only available via the CG Portal. There is no paper copy. Note: all library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes.

Non library units should request enrollment with test on the initial request.

Updated Course Information Page will be available on the CGI Website.

Any questions please contact CST Division @ 405/954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
31 MAY 12	As per the MST RFMC MST2s who have passed a previous MST1 End of Course Test are exempt from taking the new RAT for future SWE's. However, the new MST1 RPQS must be completed for advancement in accordance with ALCOAST 033/11.

Date	Information Updated
30 MAY 12	Direct Access will be down from 31MAY12 until 15JUN12. The following services will be affected for this time period. 1) The daily upload of EOCT and Rating Advancement Test (RAT) score completion data from TACCTS will be held by the CG Institute until Direct Access is available. Members will not have official results and therefore will not be eligible for the supplemental advancement list. The next Terminal Eligibility Date is for reservists (1 July). Once Direct Access is back online the CG Institute will upload all exam information. 2) ESOs will not be able to enter DLPT exam information into Direct Access during this down time. 3) Transcripts and Assessments will be on hold throughout the duration of the DA downtime. Without DA, the Registrar's office is unable to verify assessment/transcript information. Any questions please contact the Course Support and Testing at (405) 954-2437 or Registrar's Office at (405) 954-7234.

Date

Information Updated

30 MAY 12

Direct Access will be down from 31MAY12 until 15JUN12. The following services will be affected for this time period.

1) The daily upload of EOCT and Rating Advancement Test (RAT) score completion data from TACCTS will be held by the CG Institute until Direct Access is available. Members will not have official results and therefore will not be eligible for the supplemental advancement list. The next Terminal Eligibility Date is for reservists (1 July). Once Direct Access is back online the CG Institute will upload all exam information.

2) ESOs will not be able to enter DLPT exam information into Direct Access during this down time.

3) Transcripts and Assessments will be on hold throughout the duration of the DA downtime. Without DA, the Registrar's office is unable to verify assessment/transcript information.

Any questions please contact the Course Support and Testing at (405) 954-2437 or Registrar's Office at (405) 954-7234.

Date	Information Updated
30 MAY 12	When entering EOCT, please enter the actual date the test was taken in the Test date field. Do not enter today's date. If you entered the wrong date in the test date field, submit a TACCTS ticket with members complete name, EMPLID, and test taken with the actual test date. Note; You can back date a test up to 30 days by clicking on the test date field. Enter the date the test was administered. The 21 day will rule will be inaccurate if the member received a non-qualifying score and the actual date of the test was entered incorrectly. If you have further questions please contact the Institute's Course Support and Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

Date

Information Updated

30 MAY 12

When entering EOCT, please enter the actual date the test was taken in the Test date field. Do not enter today's date.

If you entered the wrong date in the test date field, submit a TACCTS ticket with members complete name, EMPLID, and test taken with the actual test date.

Note; You can back date a test up to 30 days by clicking on the test date field. Enter the date the test was administered.

The 21 day will rule will be inaccurate if the member received a non-qualifying score and the actual date of the test was entered incorrectly.

If you have further questions please contact the Institute's Course Support and Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
29 MAY 12	The TACCTS test administration function is fully operational. Please enter all exams that were held with the proper date they were administered. If you have further questions please contact the Institute's Course Support and Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
24 MAY 12	The TACCTS test administration function is still not operational. Please continue to proctor manual exams until further notice. When the TACCTS test administration function is fully restored, ESO's will be able to enter information from tests administered using the date the exam was taken. The Coast Guard Institute will send out notification via TACCTS when the test administration function has been fully restored. If you have further questions please contact the Institute's Course Support and Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

Date

Information Updated

24 MAY 12

The TACCTS test administration function is still not operational. Please continue to proctor manual exams until further notice. When the TACCTS test administration function is fully restored, ESO's will be able to enter information from tests administered using the date the exam was taken.

The Coast Guard Institute will send out notification via TACCTS when the test administration function has been fully restored.

If you have further questions please contact the Institute's Course Support and Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
22 MAY 12	US Coast Guard 2012 DOD World Wide Education Symposium and Expo attendance Per ALCOAST 571/11, FORCECOM and PSC have submitted a group application to obtain approval for a limited number of CG personnel to attend the 2012 DOD World Wide Education Symposium and Expo. The CG personnel that have been chosen to represent the CG Voluntary Education Program have already been notified. NO OTHER USCG PERSONNEL will be authorized to attend the 2012 DOD World Wide Education Symposium and Expo. This includes members that were planning on attending the Symposium utilizing unit funds. Travel approving officials shall not approve requests for orders or settlement requests for members not part of the application request submitted by FORCECOM and PSC to CG-8.

Date

Information Updated

22 MAY 12

US Coast Guard 2012 DOD World Wide Education Symposium and Expo attendance

Per ALCOAST 571/11, FORCECOM and PSC have submitted a group application to obtain approval for a limited number of CG personnel to attend the 2012 DOD World Wide Education Symposium and Expo. The CG personnel that have been chosen to represent the CG Voluntary Education Program have already been notified.

NO OTHER USCG PERSONNEL will be authorized to attend the 2012 DOD World Wide Education Symposium and Expo. This includes members that were planning on attending the Symposium utilizing unit funds. Travel approving officials shall not approve requests for orders or settlement requests for members not part of the application request submitted by FORCECOM and PSC to CG-8.

Date	Information Updated
21 MAY 12	Effective Immediately - HS2 0230-4 #51 is no longer available for testing purposes due to compromise. This test should be destroyed and ticket submitted through TACCTS for removal from your inventory. Please notify CST if you have any questions.

Date	Information Updated
21 May 12	Test submission in TACCTS is not working and tests are not coming through. Please hold off on submitting any EOCT's in TACCTS until further notice. Any tests that you recently submitted and did not receive email confirmation must be resubmitted once the Test submission feature is back in operation. We will send out another TACCTS Blast once it is working properly. If you have any question please contact CST @ 405-954-2437.

Date

Information Updated

21 May 12

Test submission in TACCTS is not working and tests are not coming through. Please hold off on submitting any EOCT's in TACCTS until further notice. Any tests that you recently submitted and did not receive email confirmation must be resubmitted once the Test submission feature is back in operation.

We will send out another TACCTS Blast once it is working properly.

If you have any question please contact CST @ 405-954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
13 APR 12	Update EOCT Information Page will be available on the CGI website. In accordance with ALCOAST 171/12, the new BM3 (code 0312-3) course and test is available. The previous version, BM3 course (code 0312-2) does not go obsolete until 01 Aug 2012. The ME2 tests (code 0281-1) is available. The ME2 tests (51-52-53) do not go obsolete until 01 Aug 2012. The SK3 test 56 is available. The SK3 test 51 will become obsolete on 01 May 2012. The EPME-6 test 57 (code 0662-2) is also available. Note: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS and to include all test requests on one ticket. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes. All EOCT information will be available on the CGI website. If you have any questions, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

Date

Information Updated

13 APR 12

Update EOCT Information Page will be available on the CGI website.

In accordance with ALCOAST 171/12, the new BM3 (code 0312-3) course and test is available. The previous version, BM3 course (code 0312-2) does not go obsolete until 01 Aug 2012.

The ME2 tests (code 0281-1) is available. The ME2 tests (51-52-53) do not go obsolete until 01 Aug 2012.

The SK3 test 56 is available. The SK3 test 51 will become obsolete on 01 May 2012.

The EPME-6 test 57 (code 0662-2) is also available.

Note: All library units are reminded to input their request via TACCTS and to include all test requests on one ticket. Include your 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address for tracking purposes.

All EOCT information will be available on the CGI website. If you have any questions, contact Course Support & Testing Division at 405-954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
14 MAR 12	E-Testing for (MST) will be unavailable on 17 March (Saturday) due to CG Portal maintenance. The scheduled maintenance affects the on-line references used for the MST exams and these references will be unavailable during this time period. Please make all necessary notifications and alternate arrangements. The system should be back online 18 March. If you have any questions please contact CST @ 405/954-2437.

Date

Information Updated

14 MAR 12

E-Testing for (MST) will be unavailable on 17 March (Saturday) due to CG Portal maintenance. The scheduled maintenance affects the on-line references used for the MST exams and these references will be unavailable during this time period. Please make all necessary notifications and alternate arrangements. The system should be back online 18 March.

If you have any questions please contact CST @ 405/954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
12 MAR 12	The new MK3 End of Course test versions 51-52-53 course code 0332-6 is available for order. Please be advised to include unit 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address in your TACCTS request. The revised MK3 Course material is available online on the CGPORTAL (HTTPS://ELEARNING.USCG.MIL/CATALOG) or you may order from the CGI. Current MK3 EOCT versions 51-52-53 course code 0332-5 will become obsolete on 1 August 2012 @ 2400. Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

Date

Information Updated

12 MAR 12

The new MK3 End of Course test versions 51-52-53 course code 0332-6 is available for order. Please be advised to include unit 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address in your TACCTS request.

The revised MK3 Course material is available online on the CGPORTAL (HTTPS://ELEARNING.USCG.MIL/CATALOG) or you may order from the CGI.

Current MK3 EOCT versions 51-52-53 course code 0332-5 will become obsolete on 1 August 2012 @ 2400.

Please contact the CST Division @ 405/954-2437 if you have any questions.

Date	Information Updated
5 MAR 12	E-Testing for (MST) will be unavailable on 10 March (Saturday) due to CG Portal maintenance. The scheduled maintenance affects the on-line references used for the MST exams and these references will be unavailable during this time period. Please make all necessary notifications and alternate arrangements. The system should be back online 11 March. If you have any questions please contact CST @ 405/954-2437.

Date

Information Updated

5 MAR 12

E-Testing for (MST) will be unavailable on 10 March (Saturday) due to CG Portal maintenance. The scheduled maintenance affects the on-line references used for the MST exams and these references will be unavailable during this time period. Please make all necessary notifications and alternate arrangements. The system should be back online 11 March.

If you have any questions please contact CST @ 405/954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
28 FEB 12	EOCT re-test "days" rule policy enforcement: Direct Access (DA) is the CG's official system and should be checked by the ESO on each member requesting to take an EOCT to ensure that the 21-days rule is followed. When E-Testing is used you may verify the member's "transcript" within the LMS prior to member enrolling in exam or you may verify in DA. Note: These instructions will be included in the next change to the ESO SOP VOL II.

Date

Information Updated

28 FEB 12

EOCT re-test "days" rule policy enforcement: Direct Access (DA) is the CG's official system and should be checked by the ESO on each member requesting to take an EOCT to ensure that the 21-days rule is followed. When E-Testing is used you may verify the member's "transcript" within the LMS prior to member enrolling in exam or you may verify in DA.

Note: These instructions will be included in the next change to the ESO SOP VOL II.

Date	Information Updated
22 FEB 12	Effective immediately: EPME-6 0662-2 Test #55 is no longer authorized for testing due to compromise and will be taken offline. Please remove this test from your inventory and destroy. Log in your destruction log and notify CST through TACCTS of destruction and for removal from online inventory. Please contact CST division with any questions @ 405/954-2437.

Date	Information Updated
7 FEB 12	Effective 08 February 2012 new YN2 End of Course tests versions 54-55-56 will be available upon request through TACCTS for all library units. Please be advised to include unit 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address in your TACCTS request. Non library units who currently hold the YN2 End of Course Test versions 51-52-53 destroy and note in your destruction log. Once removed ESO's are reminded to request "TEST ONLY" to receive the new test versions for members currently enrolled. Course material for new YN2 EOCT remains ONLINE "ONLY". If you have any question contact the CST division. Phone number 405-954-2437 or email: CGI-DG-CST_Div.

Date

Information Updated

7 FEB 12

Effective 08 February 2012 new YN2 End of Course tests versions 54-55-56 will be available upon request through TACCTS for all library units. Please be advised to include unit 7 digit OPFAC and complete mailing address in your TACCTS request.

Non library units who currently hold the YN2 End of Course Test versions 51-52-53 destroy and note in your destruction log. Once removed ESO's are reminded to request "TEST ONLY" to receive the new test versions for members currently enrolled.

Course material for new YN2 EOCT remains ONLINE "ONLY".

If you have any question contact the CST division. Phone number 405-954-2437 or email: CGI-DG-CST_Div.

Date	Information Updated
1 FEB 12	MST 14-Days Rule expires on 1 February (ref: ALCOAST 578/11). As of 1 February the 21-Days Rule is back in effect for ALL EOCT's.

Date	Information Updated
25 JAN 12	E-Testing for MST will be unavailable on 14 February. Questionmark will be offline on February 14th starting at 0900 for system maintenance. This will result in the MST RAT being unavailable. Please make all necessary notifications and alternate arrangements. The system should be back online by COB 14 February. Clarification of reference material for E-Test (MST): Please refer to the ESO SOP Vol II "E-Testing" and the log on screen for MST E-Test and Member Instructions. The first instruction listed under STUDENT INSTRUCTION begins with "1. Do not bring any personal items into the examination room: this includes .............." The ONLY authorized references for the online test are the electronic references accessible online during the exam. The ONLY authorized references for the paper-based MST exams are provided on CD with each exam.

Date

Information Updated

25 JAN 12

E-Testing for MST will be unavailable on 14 February. Questionmark will be offline on February 14th starting at 0900 for system maintenance. This will result in the MST RAT being unavailable. Please make all necessary notifications and alternate arrangements. The system should be back online by COB 14 February.

Clarification of reference material for E-Test (MST):

Please refer to the ESO SOP Vol II "E-Testing" and the log on screen for MST E-Test and Member Instructions. The first instruction listed under STUDENT INSTRUCTION begins with "1. Do not bring any personal items into the examination room: this includes .............."

The ONLY authorized references for the online test are the electronic references accessible online during the exam.

The ONLY authorized references for the paper-based MST exams are provided on CD with each exam.

Date	Information Updated
22 DEC 11	Vols I,II, and III CGI ESO SOPs have been update and are on our website under ESO Essentials. Please take the time to review.

Date	Information Updated
16 DEC 12	This message only applies to the MST1 and MST2 eTests. The references linked from the exams are hosted on the Coast Guard Collaboration site, which has resulted in some members having problems opening the pdf's during their exam. Most commonly, when the member attempts to open a Pdf document, he/she may receive the error message "Check if the connections are installed in your system." This error can be avoided by following this procedure: While highlighting the document name, a little blue arrow appears to the right of the document. Individuals need to click the blue arrow to the right of the document and then click "open". This will allow the reference to open properly. If you merely click the document name, it may result in the above error.

Date

Information Updated

16 DEC 12

This message only applies to the MST1 and MST2 eTests.

The references linked from the exams are hosted on the Coast Guard Collaboration site, which has resulted in some members having problems opening the pdf's during their exam.

Most commonly, when the member attempts to open a Pdf document, he/she may receive the error message "Check if the connections are installed in your system."

This error can be avoided by following this procedure: While highlighting the document name, a little blue arrow appears to the right of the document. Individuals need to click the blue arrow to the right of the document and then click "open". This will allow the reference to open properly. If you merely click the document name, it may result in the above error.

Date	Information Updated
9 DEC 12	This message pertains to Tuition Assistance: The CG Institute is now accepting FY12 applications for processing. As per ALCOAST 367/07, please do not submit applications more than three months prior to the course start date.

Date	Information Updated
2 DEC 11	Effective immediately (12-2-11) the IIMS 0581-1 is obsolete. There is currently no replacement exam. Please destroy and note destruction in log and through TACCTS to have removed from your inventory. The EOCT Course Information Page has been updated to reflect this change and is posted on the CGI website. Thank you.

Date

Information Updated

18 NOV 11

The following is provided to clarify administration of the MST Rating Advancement Test online on a Non-standard Workstation. A Non-standard workstation may be utilized to access the Learning Management System to administer the MST E-Test. This method requires the use of a CAC card and a CAC reader. For assistance with CAC cards or CAC readers, please contact your local ESU.

As always, please feel free to contact the Coast Guard Institute's Course Support & Testing Division for questions/feedback pertaining to any policies or procedures concerning paper or E-testing at CGI-DG-CST_DIV@uscg.mil or (405) 954-2437. Technical issues encountered while taking the exam will continue to be addressed by the OSC HELPDESK at 1-877-USCG-SYS12.

Date

Information Updated

2 NOV 11

This message pertains to the Tuition Assistance and Grants (TAG) Division: The TAG Division is now accepting TA applications for the courses with December and January start dates.

Also, currently the TAG Division does not have grant money, but we are accepting applications and placing them on hold. The applications will remain on hold until funding is received or the application submission date is a year old, whichever comes first.

Thank you, TAG Division

Date

Information Updated

20 OCT 11

QuestionMark Perception - User Account is required for E-Testing. When given a user account for this system the OPTION you will choose is "Manager". The ONLY thing you have access to in this system is the ability to change your password. The administration of tests is done through the LMS (CG Portal)and when the member launches the test you will be required to sign in using your logon and password. The SOP for E-Testing is on the CGI website under ESO Essentials > ESO Policy and Procedure Guides and Forms.

Date

Information Updated

6 OCT 11

This message is from the Tuition Assistance and Grants (TAG) Division: Due to the assessment requirement to use TA, the TAG Division has incorporated a statement in block 11 on the Application for Coast Guard Tuition Assistance (CGI-4147 (REV 10/2011v4)). The change in verbiage authorizes the CG Institute to access a member's training information to complete an assessment without submitting an Application for Transcript (CGI-1561J (REV 6/11)). The new Application for Coast Guard Tuition Assistance form will be the only version accepted after 14Oct11.

The Application for Transcript form is still available to request assessments and transcripts.

Date	Information Updated
5 OCT 11	This message is from the Tuition Assistance and Grants (TAG) Division: The TAG Division is now accepting and processing applications with November course start dates. All applications with start dates after November will remain on hold at this time. Thank you, TAG Division

Date	Information Updated
3 OCT 11	New EPME-4 Edition 3 test #54/55/56 are now available through the CG Institute. All previous EPME-4 EOCT's are obsolete. When ordering ensure you include your 7 Digit OPFAC and complete mailing address in your TACCTS ticket. EOCT Information Page (3 Oct 2011) has been updated and posted on the CGI website.

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