SWE EPME QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS 2026 LATEST
PREP GUIDE VERIFIED A+
◉ 2. Registrar services provided by ETQC include which of the
following?.
Answer: JST, CST, ACE - Degree Reporting, Joint Service Transcript
◉ 3. Which directive provides specific guidance on the Coast Guard
voluntary credentialing program?.
Answer: COMDTINST 1540.10 - COAST GUARD VOLUNTARY
CREDENTIALING PROGRAM (VCP)
◉ 4. Where are tuition assistance waivers submitted for final review?.
Answer: The ESO will forward the waiver package to ETQC for final
review and approval.
◉ 5. Where can a link to the ASVAB ACT Waiver Request Guide be
found?.
Answer: Voluntary Education Service Portal Page > Bottom of page >
Under Course Support and Testing Links
◉ 11. In which of the following cases is Tuition Assistance authorized
for?.
Answer: Authorized for courses leading to the first certificate, Associate,
Bachelor, and Master's degree
,◉ 6. The Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act is also
known as the.
Answer: Forever GI Bill
◉ 7. Under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, a Veteran enrolled at more than one-
half time can qualify for a monthly housing allowance based on DoD's
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rate for an ____ with dependents..
Answer: E5
◉ 8. The Montgomery GI Bill-active duty provides up to _____ months
of education benefits.
Answer: 36
◉ 9. The GI Bill Comparison Tool offers information based on which of
the following GI Bill benefits?.
Answer: Tuition and Housing Benefits
◉ 10. Veterans in their second 6 months of OTJ & Apprenticeship
Training programs may use their GI Bill benefits to receive ________
of the applicable Monthly Housing Stipend..
Answer: 80%
,◉ 12. One purpose of the ______ program is to provide developmental
incentives for personnel with high ability, dedication and the capacity
for professional growth to remain in the Coast Guard..
Answer: Advanced Education
◉ 13. Which of the following is a responsibility for a student who has
been accepted into the Advanced Education
program?
a. Apply to Advanced Education Program Manager approved
educational institution (s) (Note: Only schools with a DoD MOU will be
acceptable).
b. Gain acceptance to the educational institution and the specific degree
program.
c. Complete necessary prerequisites and route forms. COMDTINST
M1500.10C 10-3 CH-2
d. Act as Coast Guard liaison to the institution with regard to their
attendance.
e. Liaise with the educational institution's Military Advocate.
f. Monitor and comply with fiscal requirements.
g. Carry a full credit hour load, year round, at the respective educational
institution.
h. Maintain academic proficiency throughout the program.
i. Complete program of study's requirements in the allotted time.
i. Maintain Military/Coast Guard requirements and standards..
Answer:
, ◉ 14. Who acts as subject matter expert to assist Coast Guard members
with voluntary education programs?.
Answer: ESO
The Education Services Officer (ESO) is a key player in providing
educational resources and assisting members in making critical
decisions. Assisting members to continue their education provides the
ladder for educational progress throughout their career. To "Honor Our
Profession", we emphasize education, training, and professional growth
for the workforce. Education and training are essential to enable USC
personnel to meet the demands of the future. The commitment of the
ESO can make or break the unit's education program. A dedicated ESO
can instill motivation in those seeking assistance.
◉ 15. Which of the following is one of the four firearm safety rules?.
Answer: - Treat all firearms as if they are loaded
- Always maintain proper muzzle control
- Keep finger off the trigger until on target and ready to shoot
- Know your target and what is beyond it
◉ 19. Which of the following is a requirement to advance to E-3?
..
Answer: Six months in pay grade E-2 or satisfactory completion of Class
"A" course
◉ 20. Which of the following is a requirement to advance to E-4?.
Answer: - Six months in pay grade E-3
CORRECT ANSWERS 2026 LATEST
PREP GUIDE VERIFIED A+
◉ 2. Registrar services provided by ETQC include which of the
following?.
Answer: JST, CST, ACE - Degree Reporting, Joint Service Transcript
◉ 3. Which directive provides specific guidance on the Coast Guard
voluntary credentialing program?.
Answer: COMDTINST 1540.10 - COAST GUARD VOLUNTARY
CREDENTIALING PROGRAM (VCP)
◉ 4. Where are tuition assistance waivers submitted for final review?.
Answer: The ESO will forward the waiver package to ETQC for final
review and approval.
◉ 5. Where can a link to the ASVAB ACT Waiver Request Guide be
found?.
Answer: Voluntary Education Service Portal Page > Bottom of page >
Under Course Support and Testing Links
◉ 11. In which of the following cases is Tuition Assistance authorized
for?.
Answer: Authorized for courses leading to the first certificate, Associate,
Bachelor, and Master's degree
,◉ 6. The Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act is also
known as the.
Answer: Forever GI Bill
◉ 7. Under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, a Veteran enrolled at more than one-
half time can qualify for a monthly housing allowance based on DoD's
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rate for an ____ with dependents..
Answer: E5
◉ 8. The Montgomery GI Bill-active duty provides up to _____ months
of education benefits.
Answer: 36
◉ 9. The GI Bill Comparison Tool offers information based on which of
the following GI Bill benefits?.
Answer: Tuition and Housing Benefits
◉ 10. Veterans in their second 6 months of OTJ & Apprenticeship
Training programs may use their GI Bill benefits to receive ________
of the applicable Monthly Housing Stipend..
Answer: 80%
,◉ 12. One purpose of the ______ program is to provide developmental
incentives for personnel with high ability, dedication and the capacity
for professional growth to remain in the Coast Guard..
Answer: Advanced Education
◉ 13. Which of the following is a responsibility for a student who has
been accepted into the Advanced Education
program?
a. Apply to Advanced Education Program Manager approved
educational institution (s) (Note: Only schools with a DoD MOU will be
acceptable).
b. Gain acceptance to the educational institution and the specific degree
program.
c. Complete necessary prerequisites and route forms. COMDTINST
M1500.10C 10-3 CH-2
d. Act as Coast Guard liaison to the institution with regard to their
attendance.
e. Liaise with the educational institution's Military Advocate.
f. Monitor and comply with fiscal requirements.
g. Carry a full credit hour load, year round, at the respective educational
institution.
h. Maintain academic proficiency throughout the program.
i. Complete program of study's requirements in the allotted time.
i. Maintain Military/Coast Guard requirements and standards..
Answer:
, ◉ 14. Who acts as subject matter expert to assist Coast Guard members
with voluntary education programs?.
Answer: ESO
The Education Services Officer (ESO) is a key player in providing
educational resources and assisting members in making critical
decisions. Assisting members to continue their education provides the
ladder for educational progress throughout their career. To "Honor Our
Profession", we emphasize education, training, and professional growth
for the workforce. Education and training are essential to enable USC
personnel to meet the demands of the future. The commitment of the
ESO can make or break the unit's education program. A dedicated ESO
can instill motivation in those seeking assistance.
◉ 15. Which of the following is one of the four firearm safety rules?.
Answer: - Treat all firearms as if they are loaded
- Always maintain proper muzzle control
- Keep finger off the trigger until on target and ready to shoot
- Know your target and what is beyond it
◉ 19. Which of the following is a requirement to advance to E-3?
..
Answer: Six months in pay grade E-2 or satisfactory completion of Class
"A" course
◉ 20. Which of the following is a requirement to advance to E-4?.
Answer: - Six months in pay grade E-3
