TIMELINE:

Service Members are required to initiate the TAP process no later than 365 days from the date of separation or retirement. We recommend beginning the TAP process 18-24 months in advance.

2023 TAP Contact List

Downloadable Workshop Calendars:

2024 JBA Transition Course Schedule

*Please note that our workshops are subject to limited availability and there may be a waitlist for your preferred date.

Mandatory Steps for Completing TAP

Click the Steps below to view details for each.

• Step 1 – Initial Counseling
• Step 2 – Pre-Separation Briefing
• Step 3 – TAP 3-Day Workshop
• Step 4 – Additional TAP Workshops (optional for most)
• Step 5 – Capstone Appointment

STEP 1 – Initial Counseling:

This must be completed NLT 365 days prior to transition and is – by law – required as the FIRST step in the process. During this appointment, TAP Counselors and Service Members will discuss transition goals and challenges; Service Members will be placed in a Tier (1, 2 or 3) depending on their level of preparation for transition.

FOR SERVICE MEMBERS ADMINISTRATIVELY ASSIGNED TO JOINT BASE ANDREWS:

1. Go to https://jba-ic.timetap.com/.
2. Select “TAP STEP 1: Initial Counseling”
3. Register for an account.
4. Choose your appointment time.
5. You will be prompted to fill out the MANDATORY Initial Counseling Form. (Click the “Form” link towards the bottom of the blue box).
6. Fill out and submit your Initial Counseling Form.

Please note: Your appointment is NOT CONFIRMED until we have verified receipt of your Initial Counseling Form. Please allow up to 3 business days to receive confirmation email. Your appointment request will be CANCELED if your form is not submitted. Once your appointment has been confirmed, you will receive a second email with Zoom information (if applicable) and additional details.

FOR SERVICE MEMBERS ADMINISTRATIVELY ASSIGNED TO ANOTHER INSTALLATION:

Please reach out to the appropriate org box or POC listed below:

Pentagon A&FRC:
https://pentagontransition.checkappointments.com/
Center Email: 811FSS.pentagon.afrc@us.af.mil
Phone: (703) 693-9460 (will return call within 24 hours)

JBAB A&FRC:
Email: 11FSS.mfrc.taporg@us.af.mil (to schedule your initial counseling)
Center Email: 11FSS.mfrc.org@us.af.mil
Phone: (202) 284-4473

Fort Meade A&FRC:
Email: george.hudson.4@us.af.mil
Phone: (443) 876-9646

Fort Belvoir ACS:
Email: usarmy.belvoir.usag.mbx.tap@army.mil (to schedule your initial counseling)
Phone: (703) 805-9247

Henderson Hall ACS:
Email: juan.c.rodriguez64.civ@mail.mil
Phone: (703) 696-0973

Patuxent River F&FSC:
Email: naspax-ffsc@us.navy.mil
Phone: (301) 342-4911

Navy MWR Washington/Office of Naval Intelligence:
Email: ffsc.nsaw.fct@navy.mil
Phone: (202) 685-0229

STEP 2 – Pre-Separation Briefing:

Must be completed NLT 365 days prior to transition. During Pre-Separation briefing, we discuss benefits and resources that you may be eligible for and review the entire transition process. This must be completed prior to attending the TAP workshop.
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• Transition Assistance Program Contact List
• Pre-Separation Resource Guide
• SPD Code Matrix
• MY Transition Timeline
• How to Create a DS Logon

STEP 3 – TAP 3-Day Workshop:

A comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare Service Members for their transition. This includes mandatory requirements such as: DoD Training Day, the Department of Labor Employment Workshop (DOLEW), and the VA Benefits & Services briefing.

Approximately 5 business days prior to your 3 Day TAP Workshop, you will receive an instruction email with the location, ROEs, and tasks to be completed prior to the class.

You will need the documents below before, during, and after the class. Click on each of the links below to review. Explanation of how these are accomplished will be provided during the class.

DOD DAY RESOURCES:

• Retrieving vMET Instructions
• Managing Your Transition Participation Guide
• MOC Crosswalk Participant Guide
• MOC Crosswalk Gap Analysis
• Financial Planning for Transition Curriculum
• Financial Planning Participant Guide
• Post-Transition Spend Plan Template
• Spend Plan Instructions
• TAP Employment Resources

VA BENEFITS AND SERVICES RESOURCES:

• Your Personal Checklist v4.1
• VA Benefits and Services Participant Guide
• Connect with your Remote VA Benefits Advisor
• VA Benefits Contact List

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP RESOURCES:

• DOL Employment Fundamentals of Career Transition Presentation
• DOL Employment Fundamentals of Career Transition Participation Guide

STEP 4 – Additional TAP Workshops (optional for most):

Additional 2 Day Tracks: Additional tracks are available for you based on your transition goals and needs. These include Employment, Vocational, Education, or Entrepreneurship.

They are provided by experts in these fields such as the Department of Labor, Education Center, and the Small Business Association.

Available workshops can be found here: jba-mfrc.timetap.com.​

STEP 4 – Additional TAP Workshops (optional for most):

Additional 2 Day Tracks: Additional tracks are available for you based on your transition goals and needs. These include Employment, Vocational, Education, or Entrepreneurship.

They are provided by experts in these fields such as the Department of Labor, Education Center, and the Small Business Association.

Available workshops can be found here: jba-mfrc.timetap.com.​

STEP5 – Capstone Appointment:

Service Members will be verified that all mandatory steps have been completed. During the Capstone appointment, your eform will be finalized and transformed into the DD 2648 which you will need for outprocessing.

The Capstone should not be completed NET 365 prior to your DOS/DOR because the DD2648 will expire after 365 days.

FOR SERVICE MEMBERS ADMINISTRATIVELY ASSIGNED TO JOINT BASE ANDREWS:

Email 316.fss.mfsc.tap@us.af.mil with your name, DOD ID, date of retirement/separation, and preferred email address to get scheduled.
Required documentation to complete this appointment based on your tier will be sent in our reply with the link to schedule the appointment.

FOR SERVICE MEMBERS ADMINISTRATIVELY ASSIGNED TO ANOTHER INSTALLATION:

Please reach out to your servicing installation to schedule. Contact information for location installations can be found under STEP 1 – Initial Counseling.​

TAP Spouse Information

As a spouse of a transitioning service member, you too are planning for a transition that can be both exciting and stressful. We can help you and your spouse plan for your upcoming transition to civilian life!

We encourage you to attend the Transition Assistance Program workshops/appointments alongside your transitioning service member as there are many resources and benefits shared that are available to you, too.

Please contact a member of the TAP Team at (301) 981-7087 or 316.fss.mfsc.tap@us.af.mil to notify us if you do plan to attend.

RESOURCES:

• 2019 Military Spouse Employment Toolkit
• TAP Spouse Employment Resources

Additional Resources

• A.A. County Veterans Services Coordination Center