SNCOA DL Course
POA - answer Profession of Arms
As a member of the American POA, you swore to support and defend the
_______________ of the United States - answer Constitution
the American POA is distinguished from the others due to three characteristics: -
answer service orientation, distinct sub-culture, and body of theory/specialized
knowledge.
A service orientation - answer 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 - answer 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.
Body of Theory/Specialized Knowledge - answerThis charteristic is more than simply
having the technical training and skill to do a given job. Professional competence is
critical to a profession because the service provided by professions could have
beneficial or devastating effects on the population it serves.
The Dimensions of POA - answerphysical, intellectual, and moral.
The foundation of Professional Military Education - answerThe physical, intellectual, and
moral dimensions form the foundation of the POA and are the basis of professional
military education and leader development
Physical dimension of the POA - answerThe POA is physical because warfare is a
physical 'business". The Air Force helps to ensure our service is ready to operate in
demanding situations via The Air Force Fitness Program. The program's goal is to
motivate Airmen to participate in a year-round physical conditioning program that
, emphasizes total fitness (aerobic conditioning, strength and flexibility training) and
healthy eating.
The cultural aspects of the POA - answer...internal and external. .
The internal aspect of the Intellectual Dimension - answerThe internal aspect pertains to
knowledge of the military's values-based culture
The external aspect of the Intellectual Dimension - answerThe 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 - answerThe 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 - answerIntegrity First, Service before Self, Excellence in all we
do.
The virtues of integrity - answerHonesty, Courage, Accountability
The virtues of Service Before Self - answerDuty, Loyalty, Respect
The virtues of excellence in all we do - answerMission, Discipline, Teamwork
For the Enlisted Force, Airmanship centers on two critical documents - answerAFI 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 - answerProfessional
Methods, Professional Character, Professional Standards
Professional Methods - answerInvolves the actual application of professional knowledge
and theory to any given situation
Professional Character - answerInvolves the combination of emotional, moral and
intellectual qualities and behaviors exhibited at all times by all members of the
profession. Exhibiting Airmanship.
Professional Standards - answerThe yardstick a professional uses to measure the
performance and behavior of it's members.
DDR - answerDirection, Discipline, Recognition
POA - answer Profession of Arms
As a member of the American POA, you swore to support and defend the
_______________ of the United States - answer Constitution
the American POA is distinguished from the others due to three characteristics: -
answer service orientation, distinct sub-culture, and body of theory/specialized
knowledge.
A service orientation - answer 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 - answer 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.
Body of Theory/Specialized Knowledge - answerThis charteristic is more than simply
having the technical training and skill to do a given job. Professional competence is
critical to a profession because the service provided by professions could have
beneficial or devastating effects on the population it serves.
The Dimensions of POA - answerphysical, intellectual, and moral.
The foundation of Professional Military Education - answerThe physical, intellectual, and
moral dimensions form the foundation of the POA and are the basis of professional
military education and leader development
Physical dimension of the POA - answerThe POA is physical because warfare is a
physical 'business". The Air Force helps to ensure our service is ready to operate in
demanding situations via The Air Force Fitness Program. The program's goal is to
motivate Airmen to participate in a year-round physical conditioning program that
, emphasizes total fitness (aerobic conditioning, strength and flexibility training) and
healthy eating.
The cultural aspects of the POA - answer...internal and external. .
The internal aspect of the Intellectual Dimension - answerThe internal aspect pertains to
knowledge of the military's values-based culture
The external aspect of the Intellectual Dimension - answerThe 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 - answerThe 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 - answerIntegrity First, Service before Self, Excellence in all we
do.
The virtues of integrity - answerHonesty, Courage, Accountability
The virtues of Service Before Self - answerDuty, Loyalty, Respect
The virtues of excellence in all we do - answerMission, Discipline, Teamwork
For the Enlisted Force, Airmanship centers on two critical documents - answerAFI 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 - answerProfessional
Methods, Professional Character, Professional Standards
Professional Methods - answerInvolves the actual application of professional knowledge
and theory to any given situation
Professional Character - answerInvolves the combination of emotional, moral and
intellectual qualities and behaviors exhibited at all times by all members of the
profession. Exhibiting Airmanship.
Professional Standards - answerThe yardstick a professional uses to measure the
performance and behavior of it's members.
DDR - answerDirection, Discipline, Recognition
