SNCOA DL COURSE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
POA - Answers-Profession of Arms
As a member of the American POA, you swore to support and defend the
_______________ of the United States - Answers-Constitution
the American POA is distinguished from the others due to three characteristics: -
Answers-service orientation, distinct sub-culture, and body of theory/specialized
knowledge.
A service orientation - Answers-is essential for an occupation to be categorized as a
profession. It's widely accepted that the individuals who make up a profession should
not be in it solely for their own material benefit, but that they view themselves as having
at least some sense of duty towards the issues of the society in which they live i.e.,
health care, education and counseling
Distinct Sub Culture - Answers-The American POA is distinguished by the
professionalism of its offcers and noncommissioned offcers. They're given considerable
authority early in their careers, are expected to exercise initiative to identify and resolve
unforeseen circumstances, and are developed through a series of schools that equips
them for greater responsibilities as they are promoted. Members of the profession
certify and credential individual professionals at appropriate levels of competence. The
levels of certification and experience
often reflect progression within the profession. This combination of professional
development and experience in making decisions within general guidelines rather than
rigid rules develops flexible and self-aware leaders.
The external aspect of the Intellectual Dimension - Answers-The external aspect
pertains to the need to adapt to varying environments with different cultural and political
values. Military professionals must be culturally aware; sensitive to differences and the
implications those differences have on the operational environment.
Moral Dimension - Answers-The authority to wield force carries a moral responsibility of
the greatest magnitude. Guided by the moral and ethical tenets of the Constitution and
Declaration of Independence. The Law of Armed Conflict, Uniform Code of Military
Justice, and Code of Conduct give structure to its moral standards. Allow us to conduct
missions with people of different cultures.
Air Force Core Values - Answers-Integrity First, Service before Self, Excellence in all we
do.
The virtues of integrity - Answers-Honesty, Courage, Accountability
The virtues of Service Before Self - Answers-Duty, Loyalty, Respect
, The virtues of excellence in all we do - Answers-Mission, Discipline, Teamwork
For the Enlisted Force, Airmanship centers on two critical documents - Answers-AFI 36-
2618 The Enlisted Force Structure (brown book) and Air Force Core Values (blue book)
The 3 qualities used to measure your level of professionalism - Answers-Professional
Methods, Professional Character, Professional Standards
Professional Methods - Answers-Involves the actual application of professional
knowledge and theory to any given situation
Professional Character - Answers-Involves the combination of emotional, moral and
intellectual qualities and behaviors exhibited at all times by all members of the
profession. Exhibiting Airmanship.
Professional Standards - Answers-The yardstick a professional uses to measure the
performance and behavior of it's members.
DDR - Answers-Direction, Discipline, Recognition
Total Force Fitness - Answers-The state in which the individual, family, and organization
sustain optimal well-being and performance under all conditions.
TFF Framework - Answers-Family, Organization, Environment surrounding mind and
body
Resilience - Answers-The ability to withstand recover and/or grow in the face of
stressors and changing demands.
Well Being - Answers-The state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous
Health - Answers-a state of complete physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being
and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
Good Stress - Answers-Eustress (Positive)IE: Marriage, promotion, win $
Bad Stress - Answers-Distress(Negative) divorce, punishment $problem
The 4 Domains of the CAF Framework - Answers-Mental, Physical, Social, and Spiritual
Mental Fitness - Answers-The ability to effectively cope with unique mental stressors
and challenges to ensure mission readiness
The Tenets of Mental Fitness - Answers-Awareness (Situational and Self), Adaptability,
Decision Making, Positive Thinking
POA - Answers-Profession of Arms
As a member of the American POA, you swore to support and defend the
_______________ of the United States - Answers-Constitution
the American POA is distinguished from the others due to three characteristics: -
Answers-service orientation, distinct sub-culture, and body of theory/specialized
knowledge.
A service orientation - Answers-is essential for an occupation to be categorized as a
profession. It's widely accepted that the individuals who make up a profession should
not be in it solely for their own material benefit, but that they view themselves as having
at least some sense of duty towards the issues of the society in which they live i.e.,
health care, education and counseling
Distinct Sub Culture - Answers-The American POA is distinguished by the
professionalism of its offcers and noncommissioned offcers. They're given considerable
authority early in their careers, are expected to exercise initiative to identify and resolve
unforeseen circumstances, and are developed through a series of schools that equips
them for greater responsibilities as they are promoted. Members of the profession
certify and credential individual professionals at appropriate levels of competence. The
levels of certification and experience
often reflect progression within the profession. This combination of professional
development and experience in making decisions within general guidelines rather than
rigid rules develops flexible and self-aware leaders.
The external aspect of the Intellectual Dimension - Answers-The external aspect
pertains to the need to adapt to varying environments with different cultural and political
values. Military professionals must be culturally aware; sensitive to differences and the
implications those differences have on the operational environment.
Moral Dimension - Answers-The authority to wield force carries a moral responsibility of
the greatest magnitude. Guided by the moral and ethical tenets of the Constitution and
Declaration of Independence. The Law of Armed Conflict, Uniform Code of Military
Justice, and Code of Conduct give structure to its moral standards. Allow us to conduct
missions with people of different cultures.
Air Force Core Values - Answers-Integrity First, Service before Self, Excellence in all we
do.
The virtues of integrity - Answers-Honesty, Courage, Accountability
The virtues of Service Before Self - Answers-Duty, Loyalty, Respect
, The virtues of excellence in all we do - Answers-Mission, Discipline, Teamwork
For the Enlisted Force, Airmanship centers on two critical documents - Answers-AFI 36-
2618 The Enlisted Force Structure (brown book) and Air Force Core Values (blue book)
The 3 qualities used to measure your level of professionalism - Answers-Professional
Methods, Professional Character, Professional Standards
Professional Methods - Answers-Involves the actual application of professional
knowledge and theory to any given situation
Professional Character - Answers-Involves the combination of emotional, moral and
intellectual qualities and behaviors exhibited at all times by all members of the
profession. Exhibiting Airmanship.
Professional Standards - Answers-The yardstick a professional uses to measure the
performance and behavior of it's members.
DDR - Answers-Direction, Discipline, Recognition
Total Force Fitness - Answers-The state in which the individual, family, and organization
sustain optimal well-being and performance under all conditions.
TFF Framework - Answers-Family, Organization, Environment surrounding mind and
body
Resilience - Answers-The ability to withstand recover and/or grow in the face of
stressors and changing demands.
Well Being - Answers-The state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous
Health - Answers-a state of complete physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being
and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
Good Stress - Answers-Eustress (Positive)IE: Marriage, promotion, win $
Bad Stress - Answers-Distress(Negative) divorce, punishment $problem
The 4 Domains of the CAF Framework - Answers-Mental, Physical, Social, and Spiritual
Mental Fitness - Answers-The ability to effectively cope with unique mental stressors
and challenges to ensure mission readiness
The Tenets of Mental Fitness - Answers-Awareness (Situational and Self), Adaptability,
Decision Making, Positive Thinking
