SNCOA Test 2
Purpose as a profession - Answer-serve society by effectively delivering a necessary and useful service
Each profession establishes - Answer-a unique subculture that distinguishes practitioners from the
society they serve (and other professions) while supporting and enhancing society
have unique standards of performance and codes of ethics to create and maintain their effectiveness
Professions also - Answer-develop particular vocabularies/terms, establish journals, and sometimes
adopt distinct forms of dress (lab coats, police uniforms, etc)
Military Professions differ in two ways: - Answer-consequences of failure in the POA for both individual
members of the Armed Forces and the Nation are more serious than those in any other profession
Military serves a collective client, the nation
Examples of responsibilities - Answer-include recovery of a community or country devastated by natural
disaster (operation unified response-Haiti), the defeat of enemy forces (operation Iraqi freedom) or the
security of the nation (operation noble eagle) which failure could result in catastrophe for the nation
Second difference for military profession - Answer-concerns individual members. We take our oaths of
office which includes understanding of 'unlimited liability' clause where its expected its members lay
down their lives for their friends, family, or freedoms. Risking their lives with personal sacrifices
,American Proffession of Arms (American POA) - Answer-other nations with military considered peers.
where we differ: service orientation, distinct sub-culture, and body of theory/specialized knowledge
Service Orientaiton (A-POA) - Answer-essential for an occupation to be categorized as a profession.
those in it should not be in it soley for their own material benefit. Have some sense of duty towards the
issues. i.e. health care, education, counseling nobility of purpose within each of us and provides deep
personal meaning to all who serve-ties to founding document of the nation
Distinct Sub-Culture - Answer-the most obvious aspect of all professions
includes values, norms, symbols that are accepted by the profession i.e. insignias, emblems, distinctive
dress Clear and controlling symbols
Distinguish between officers and noncommissioned officers expected to exercise initiative to identify
and resolve unforeseen circumstances
Body of Theory/Specialized Knowledge - Answer-more than 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
Prolonged education and experience
3 dimensions of POA - Answer-Physical, Intellectual and Moral
Physical Dimension - Answer-warfare is a physical 'business'. Joint force applies powerful measures to
destroy assets and resources essential to our adversaries' interests. Nature of these situations requires
considerable physical energy, stamina, skills, and training-all have impact on health of the force
-Air Force Fitness Program-promotes/benefits of active life-style help increase productivity, optimize
health, and decrease absenteeism while maintaining a higher level of readiness needed to meet this
dimension of the POA.
,Intellectual Dimension - Answer-due to the expertise required to employ joint forces in military
operations. From Strategic-expertise is exercised with other instruments of national power (diplomatic,
informational, and economic).
-From Operational/tactical perspectives-mil professionals exercise their expertise against intelligent
adversaries actively seeking to defeat them in life-and-death situations.
Two Cultural aspects of POA (Intellectual Dimension) - Answer-Internal and External
-Internal: pertains to knowledge of military values-based culture (addresses Air Force Guiding
Values/Standards section)
-External: pertains to the need to adapt to varying environments with different cultural and political
values. must be culturally aware/sensitive
Moral Dimension - Answer-the authority to wield it carries a moral responsibility of the greatest
magnitude
-Law of Armed Conflict, UCMJ, and Code of Conduct give structure to its moral standards
-Included is civilian control of the military and are responsible to congress, President, supreme court
-Physical, intellectual and moral dimensions form the - Answer-foundation of OA and are the basis of
professional military education and leader development
Moral Dimensions - Answer-Constantly mastering changing security environments, technologies, and
military techniques
The American POA - Answer-further distinguishes itself from other professions in its distinct sub-culture,
body of theory/specialized knowledge, and service orientation
1. MSgt Crawford has been tasked to lead a small team on an upcoming deployment to Senegal. This will
be his first time deployed to the region so in preparation he has been studying the cultural environment
in an attempt to familiarize himself with the values, beliefs and norms. He is trying to better understand
the common way of life of his local counterparts in effort to increase working relations while operating
in the area.
, MSgt Crawford's actions BEST illustrate the ______________dimension of the POA and its impact on
mission effectiveness.
a. Physical
b. Intellectual
c. Moral - Answer-b. CORRECT: According to the Profession of Arms chapter, the POA is intellectual
because military
professionals must be culturally aware; sensitive to differences and the implications those differences
have on the operational environment. MSgt Crawford's attempt to familiarize himself with the local
environment reflects the Intellectual Dimension of the POA.
AF Guiding Values and Standards - Answer--As a SNCO, you're responsible for promoting an
understanding and an appreciation of Air Force culture
-You must demonstrate, inspire, and develop in others an internalized understanding of Air Force values
and standards
AF Core Values - Answer--the three pillars of professionalism that provide the foundation for leadership
at every level
-They inform you of the price of admission into the Air Force itself, point to what is universal and
unchanging in the POA, help you get a fix on the ethical climate of an organization and when necessary,
serve as beacons vectoring you back to the path of professional conduct
-desired behaviors and characteristics we must practice and demonstrate, showing that we truly value
Integrity, Service, and Excellence
Integrity - Answer--Character Trait
-A person realizes integrity when thoughts and actions align with what he/she knows to be right
Honesty - Answer-hallmark of integrity; Honesty requires us to evaluate our performance against
standards, and to conscientiously and accurately report findings
-only way to preserve the trust we hold so dear with each other and with the population we serve
Purpose as a profession - Answer-serve society by effectively delivering a necessary and useful service
Each profession establishes - Answer-a unique subculture that distinguishes practitioners from the
society they serve (and other professions) while supporting and enhancing society
have unique standards of performance and codes of ethics to create and maintain their effectiveness
Professions also - Answer-develop particular vocabularies/terms, establish journals, and sometimes
adopt distinct forms of dress (lab coats, police uniforms, etc)
Military Professions differ in two ways: - Answer-consequences of failure in the POA for both individual
members of the Armed Forces and the Nation are more serious than those in any other profession
Military serves a collective client, the nation
Examples of responsibilities - Answer-include recovery of a community or country devastated by natural
disaster (operation unified response-Haiti), the defeat of enemy forces (operation Iraqi freedom) or the
security of the nation (operation noble eagle) which failure could result in catastrophe for the nation
Second difference for military profession - Answer-concerns individual members. We take our oaths of
office which includes understanding of 'unlimited liability' clause where its expected its members lay
down their lives for their friends, family, or freedoms. Risking their lives with personal sacrifices
,American Proffession of Arms (American POA) - Answer-other nations with military considered peers.
where we differ: service orientation, distinct sub-culture, and body of theory/specialized knowledge
Service Orientaiton (A-POA) - Answer-essential for an occupation to be categorized as a profession.
those in it should not be in it soley for their own material benefit. Have some sense of duty towards the
issues. i.e. health care, education, counseling nobility of purpose within each of us and provides deep
personal meaning to all who serve-ties to founding document of the nation
Distinct Sub-Culture - Answer-the most obvious aspect of all professions
includes values, norms, symbols that are accepted by the profession i.e. insignias, emblems, distinctive
dress Clear and controlling symbols
Distinguish between officers and noncommissioned officers expected to exercise initiative to identify
and resolve unforeseen circumstances
Body of Theory/Specialized Knowledge - Answer-more than 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
Prolonged education and experience
3 dimensions of POA - Answer-Physical, Intellectual and Moral
Physical Dimension - Answer-warfare is a physical 'business'. Joint force applies powerful measures to
destroy assets and resources essential to our adversaries' interests. Nature of these situations requires
considerable physical energy, stamina, skills, and training-all have impact on health of the force
-Air Force Fitness Program-promotes/benefits of active life-style help increase productivity, optimize
health, and decrease absenteeism while maintaining a higher level of readiness needed to meet this
dimension of the POA.
,Intellectual Dimension - Answer-due to the expertise required to employ joint forces in military
operations. From Strategic-expertise is exercised with other instruments of national power (diplomatic,
informational, and economic).
-From Operational/tactical perspectives-mil professionals exercise their expertise against intelligent
adversaries actively seeking to defeat them in life-and-death situations.
Two Cultural aspects of POA (Intellectual Dimension) - Answer-Internal and External
-Internal: pertains to knowledge of military values-based culture (addresses Air Force Guiding
Values/Standards section)
-External: pertains to the need to adapt to varying environments with different cultural and political
values. must be culturally aware/sensitive
Moral Dimension - Answer-the authority to wield it carries a moral responsibility of the greatest
magnitude
-Law of Armed Conflict, UCMJ, and Code of Conduct give structure to its moral standards
-Included is civilian control of the military and are responsible to congress, President, supreme court
-Physical, intellectual and moral dimensions form the - Answer-foundation of OA and are the basis of
professional military education and leader development
Moral Dimensions - Answer-Constantly mastering changing security environments, technologies, and
military techniques
The American POA - Answer-further distinguishes itself from other professions in its distinct sub-culture,
body of theory/specialized knowledge, and service orientation
1. MSgt Crawford has been tasked to lead a small team on an upcoming deployment to Senegal. This will
be his first time deployed to the region so in preparation he has been studying the cultural environment
in an attempt to familiarize himself with the values, beliefs and norms. He is trying to better understand
the common way of life of his local counterparts in effort to increase working relations while operating
in the area.
, MSgt Crawford's actions BEST illustrate the ______________dimension of the POA and its impact on
mission effectiveness.
a. Physical
b. Intellectual
c. Moral - Answer-b. CORRECT: According to the Profession of Arms chapter, the POA is intellectual
because military
professionals must be culturally aware; sensitive to differences and the implications those differences
have on the operational environment. MSgt Crawford's attempt to familiarize himself with the local
environment reflects the Intellectual Dimension of the POA.
AF Guiding Values and Standards - Answer--As a SNCO, you're responsible for promoting an
understanding and an appreciation of Air Force culture
-You must demonstrate, inspire, and develop in others an internalized understanding of Air Force values
and standards
AF Core Values - Answer--the three pillars of professionalism that provide the foundation for leadership
at every level
-They inform you of the price of admission into the Air Force itself, point to what is universal and
unchanging in the POA, help you get a fix on the ethical climate of an organization and when necessary,
serve as beacons vectoring you back to the path of professional conduct
-desired behaviors and characteristics we must practice and demonstrate, showing that we truly value
Integrity, Service, and Excellence
Integrity - Answer--Character Trait
-A person realizes integrity when thoughts and actions align with what he/she knows to be right
Honesty - Answer-hallmark of integrity; Honesty requires us to evaluate our performance against
standards, and to conscientiously and accurately report findings
-only way to preserve the trust we hold so dear with each other and with the population we serve
