Army Programs

Front 1

What does ASAP stand for?

Back 1

Army Substance Abuse Program

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006)

Front 2

What is the mission of ASAP?

Back 2

The ASAP’s mission is to strengthen the overall fitness and effectiveness of the Army’s total workforce and to
enhance the combat readiness of its Soldiers.

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 1-30 / PDF 19)

Front 3

What are the objectives of ASAP?

Back 3

Increase individual fitness and overall unit readiness.

Provide services, which are adequate and responsive to the needs of the total workforce.

Implement alcohol and other drug risk reduction and prevention strategies

Restore to duty those substance-impaired Soldiers who have the potential for continued military service.

Provide effective alcohol and other drug abuse prevention and education

Ensure all military and civilian personnel assigned to ASAP staff are appropriately trained and experienced to
accomplish their mission.

Achieve maximum productivity and reduce absenteeism and attrition among DA civilian employees by reducing
the effects of the abuse of alcohol and other drugs.

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 1-30 / PDF 19)

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What is meant by deglamorization of alcohol?

Back 4

Personnel will not promote any function glamorizing the use of alcohol through drinking contests, games, initiations,
or the awarding of alcoholic beverages as prizes in contests.

Front 5

What army Regulation covers ASAP?

Back 5

AR 600-85

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Is ASAP participation mandatory for Individuals that are command referred?

Back 6

ASAP participation is mandatory for all Soldiers who are command referred. Failure to attend a mandatory counseling
session may constitute a violation of Article 86 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 1-31 / PDF 19)

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What will happen to Soldiers who fail to participate in or fail to respond successfully to rehabilitation?

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Soldiers who fail to participate adequately in, or to respond successfully to,rehabilitation will be processed for
administrative separation and not be provided another opportunity for rehabilitation except under the most
extraordinary circumstances, as determined by the CD in consultation with the unit commander.

(AR 600-85 1-31 / Mar 2006 / PDF 19)

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What are the ways that Soldiers can be identified as having a substance abuse problem?

Back 8

Voluntary (self-identification)

Commander / Supervisor Identification

Biochemical Identification

Medical Identification

Investigation and or Apprehension

(AR 600-85 / Mar 2006 3-1 / PDF 24)

Front 9

What are the objectives of rehabilitation with ASAP?

Back 9

Return Soldiers to full duty as soon as possible.

Identify Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated within the scope of this regulation and to advise their unit
commanders.

Assist and refer Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated in the ASAP to a treatment facility in the vicinity where they
reside after discharge from the Army.

Help resolve alcohol and other drug abuse problems in the family, with the ultimate goal of enabling the Soldier to
perform more effectively.

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 4-2 / PDF 27)

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What are the objectives of bio-chemical testing (also called a urinalysis)?

Back 10

The objectives of Army’sBiochemical Testing Program are to:


Deter Soldiers, including those members on initial entry on AD after enlistment or appointment, from abusing
drugs

Facilitate early identification of alcohol and/or other drug abuse.

Enable commanders to assess the security, military fitness, good order and discipline of their units.

Monitor rehabilitation of those enrolled for alcohol and/or other drug abuse.

Collect data on the prevalence of alcohol and/or other drug abuse within the Army.

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 8-1 / PDF 36)

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Commanders may direct drug testing under what conditions?

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Unit inspections. (either the entire or part of a unit)

Search and seizures/probable cause.

Competence for Duty.

Rehabilitation.

Mishap or Safety Inspection.

Consent (specimen may be provided voluntarily by a Soldier).

New Entrant.

Medical.

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 8-3 / PDF 37)

Front 12

All ASAP referrals are accomplished by the Commander or 1SG using what form?

Back 12

Completing and signing the DA 8003 Referral Form.

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 3-7 / PDF 26)

Front 13

Can Soldiers that are enrolled in an ASAP rehabilitation program reenlist?

Back 13

Soldiers currently enrolled in the ASAP rehabilitation program are not allowed to reenlist. However, Soldiers who need
additional service time to complete their enrollment may be extended for the number of months necessary to permit
completion.

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 5-6 / PDF 31)

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Will Soldiers who are command referred to ASAP be flagged?

Back 14

Yes, IAW AR600-8-2 (Suspension of Favorable Personnel Action (flags)).

(AR 600-85 Mar 2006 / 5-7 / PDF 31)

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What Does ACS stand for?

Back 15

Army Community Service

(AR 608-1 Dec 2004)

Front 16

What does the ACS symbol represent?

Back 16

The heart = giving, the cross = help, the gyroscope = stability

(AR 608-1 Dec 2004 / 3-10 / PDF 16)

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What is the ACS mission statement?

Back 17

The mission of the ACS center is to—


Facilitate commander’s ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive services that support
readiness of soldiers, civilian employees and their families.

Maximize technology and resources, adapt to unique installation requirements, eliminate duplication in service
delivery, and measure service effectiveness.

(AR 608-1 Dec 2004 / 1-1 / PDF 9)

Front 18

What Army regulation covers ACS?

Back 18

AR 608-1

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How is ACS staffed for the most part?

Back 19

By volunteers

Front 20

What is the motto of the ACS?

Back 20

Self-help, service and stability.

(AR 608-1 Dec 2004 / 3-10 / PDF 16)

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Who qualifies for ACS?

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In the United States,the following personnel are eligible for ACS assistance:


All active duty and retired military personnel and their family members.

Members of the Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve when on active duty and their family members.

Army appropriated fund(APF) and non appropriated fund (NAF) employees and their family members.

Family members of prisoners of war or personnel missing in action.

Surviving family members of military personnel who died while on active duty.

In overseas commands, the Commander will determine eligibility according to international treatise and agreements.

(AR 608-1 Dec 2004 / 1-7 / PDF 9)

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What can you do to help out ACS?

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Donate Staple foodstuff to the food lockers, usable household goods, and volunteer your time.

Front 23

What regulation covers the ACES?

Back 23

AR 621-5

Front 24

What regulation covers Army Learning Centers?

Back 24

AR 621-6

Front 25

What are the goals of ACES?

Back 25

Develop confident,competent leaders.

Support the enlistment, retention, and transition of soldiers.

Provide self-development opportunities for soldiers and adult family members.

Provide self-development opportunities for DACs.

Provide self-development opportunities for DAC ACES professional and support staff.

(AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 2-2 / PDF 12)

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What does TABE stand for?

Back 26

Test ofAdult Basic Education

(AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 4-2 / PDF 17)

Front 27

How much of your tuition does the tuition assistance grant pay?

Back 27

100%

Front 28

Name some federal financial aid programs available to Soldiers through ACES

Back 28

Pell Grant

Perkins Loans

Guaranteed Student Loans

Front 29

What are some of the basic services offered by the Army Continuing Education Center?

Back 29

1. Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP)
2. Advanced Skills Education Program (ASEP)
3. High School Completion Program
4. Service members Opportunity Colleges Associates Degree Program (SOCAD)
5. Veteran's Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)/Montgomery G. I. Bill (MGIB)
6. Skill Recognition Programs
7. Command Language Programs (Head start - Gateway)
8. Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)
9. Education Counseling Services
10. Learning Resource Centers

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What Soldier development programs does ACES provide?

Back 30

1. Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST).
2. High School Completion Program.
3. English-as-a-Second Language (ESL)
4. Mission-related Language (Head start and Gateway).
5. Mission-required Language.
6. MOS Improvement Training (MOSIT).
(AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 4-1 / PDF 17)

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What does DANTES stand for?

Back 31

Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support

(AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 3-5 / PDF 16)

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What does DANTES do?

Back 32

DANTES provides standardized testing services free to military personnel. Family members and civilians may take
DANTES tests but must pay for each test taken.

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What does SOC stand for?

Back 33

Service members Opportunity Colleges

(AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 2-7 / PDF 14)

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What does SOCAD stand for?

Back 34

Service members Opportunity College Army Degrees

(AR 621-5 Feb 2004 / 2-7 / PDF 14)

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AER closely coordinates with what other organization?

Back 35

American Red Cross

(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 2-13 / PDF 11)

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What is AER?

Back 36

AER is a private, nonprofit organization to collect and hold funds to relieve distress of members of the Army and their
dependents. AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their families in time of
distress.

(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 1-6/ PDF 5)

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What does AER stand for?

Back 37

Army Emergency Relief

Front 38

What is the Army Regulation that covers AER?

Back 38

AR 930-4

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Are you required to contribute to AER to receive help?

Back 39

No

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Who does AER help?

Back 40

Soldiers on extended active duty and their dependents.

Members of the Reserve Components of the Army (Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve) on continuous
active duty for more than 30 days and their dependents.

Soldiers retired from active duty because of longevity or physical disability, or retired upon reaching age 60
(Reserve Components) and their dependents.

Widows (ers) and orphans of soldiers who died while on active duty or after they retired.

Front 41

How are monetary contributions made to AER?

Back 41

Cash,check or allotment

(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 5-6 / PDF 24)

Front 42

When is the AER annual fund campaign held army-wide?

Back 42

March 01 through May 15

Front 43

How does AER provide financial assistance?

Back 43

AER provides financial assistance by either a loan without interest, a grant or a combination of both

(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 /2-4 / PDF 8)

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What is the purpose of AER?

Back 44

AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their families in time of distress.

(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 1-6 /PDF 5)

Front 45

What is the dollar limit on AER loans?

Back 45

There is no dollar limit. AER Assistance will meet your emergency need.

Failure to repay an AER loan (unless repayment would cause undo hardship) will cause the Soldier's name to be
placed on an AER restricted list which is disseminated Army-wide. What does this mean for the Soldier?

Individuals who appear on this list will not be approved for AER assistance without the specific prior approval of HQ
AER.

(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 2-8 / PDF 9)

Front 46

Soldiers with a GT score of less than 110 should be referred to what?

Back 46

BSEP - Soldiers with a GT less than 100 are normally automatically eligible. Soldiers with a GT between 100 and 110
may be command referred.

Front 47

Soldiers who begin their active service after what date are eligible to receive the new GI Bill?

Back 47

July 1985, but they are required to pay

Front 48

What is the AER Motto?

Back 48

"Helping the Army Take Care Of its Own"

(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 1-6 / PDF 5)

Front 49

The minimum amount that can be contributed to AER through allotment is what amount?

Back 49

1 dollar each month for 3 months

Front 50

How is AER funded?

Back 50

Through Voluntary Contributions from Soldiers (tax free), through unsolicited contributions, repayments of loans, and
income from investments.

(AR 930-4 Aug 1994 / 5-1 / PDF 14)

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What is the purpose of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?

Back 51

The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program reinforces the Army's commitment to eliminate incidents of
sexual assault through a comprehensive policy that centers on awareness and prevention, training and education, victim
advocacy, response,reporting, and accountability.

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 8-1 / PDF 72)

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The Army's policy on Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program applies where and when?

Back 52

This policy applies -Both
on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours.


To working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-post housing).

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 8-2 / PDF 72)

Front 53

What are the goals of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?

Back 53

Create a climate that minimizes sexual assault incidents, which impact Army personnel, Army civilians, and
family members, and, if an incident should occur, ensure that victims and subjects are treated according to Army
policy.

Create a climate that encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault without fear.

Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs to educate Soldiers.

Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims’ health and well-being.

Ensure leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assault victims, thoroughly
investigate allegations of sexual assault, and take appropriate administrative and disciplinary action.

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 8-1 / PDF 72)

Front 54

Define sexual assault.

Back 54

Sexual assault is a crime defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of
authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent.

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / Glossary / PDF 125)

Front 55

Sexual assault includes what acts?

Back 55

Rape

Non consensual Sodomy (oral or anal sex)

Indecent Assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling)

Attempts to commit these acts

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / Glossary / PDF 125)

Front 56

More than half of sexual assault offenses include what?

Back 56

Alcohol

Front 57

Prevention of sexual harassment is whose responsibility?

Back 57

The Commander’s Responsibility

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 7-1 / PDF 69)

Front 58

Define the following terms as they apply to the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program: victim,
alleged perpetrator, and perpetrator.

Back 58

Victim - One who has been sexually assaulted.

Alleged Perpetrator - One who has been accused of committing a crime (subject).

Perpetrator - One who has committed a crime (offender).

Front 59

What is the Army's policy on sexual assault?

Back 59

Sexual assault is a criminal offense that has no place in the Army. It degrades mission readiness by devastating
the Army’s ability to work effectively as a team. Every Soldier who is aware of a sexual assault should
immediately (within 24 hours) report incidents.The Army will use training, education, and awareness to minimize
sexual assault; to promote the sensitive handling of victims of sexual assault; to offer victim assistance and
counseling; to hold those who commit sexual assault offenses accountable; to provide confidential avenues for
reporting, and to reinforce a commitment to Army values.

The Army will treat all victims of sexual assault with dignity, fairness, and respect.The Army will treat every
reported sexual assault incident seriously by following proper guidelines.
This policy applies—

1. Both on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours.
2. To working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-post housing).
(AR 600-20 June 2006 /

Front 60

If someone has been sexually assaulted, to whom may they report the crime?

Back 60

Their chain of command.

Medical Treatment Facility.


Military Police/Criminal Investigation Division.

Chaplains.

Social Work Services.

Family Advocacy.

Legal Services.

Front 61

Army Regulation 27-10 outlines the rights of crime victims, what are they?

Back 61

The right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and a respect for privacy

The right to be protected from the accused offender

The right to be notified of court proceedings

The right to be present at all public court proceedings related to the assault unless the court determines that
testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard other testimony at trial, or for other
good cause

The right to talk to the attorney for the Government in the case

The right to seek restitution, if appropriate

The right to information regarding conviction, sentencing, imprisonment, and release of the offender from
custody.

Front 62

What must Commanders do to implement and support the Army's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
Program?

Back 62

Ensure that assigned personnel (to include RC personnel under their jurisdiction) are familiar with the Army
policy on sexual harassment.

Publish and post written command policy statements for the prevention of sexual harassment.

Continually assess and be aware of the climate of command regarding sexual harassment.

Identify problems or potential problems.

Take prompt, decisive action to investigate all complaints of sexual harassment.

Either resolve the problem at the lowest possible level or, if necessary, take formal disciplinary or administrative action.

Do not allow Soldiers to be retaliated against for filing complaints.

Continually monitor the unit and assess sexual harassment prevention policies and programs at all levels within area of responsibility.

Ensure all leaders understand that if they witness or otherwise know of incidents of sexual harassment, they are obligated to act.

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 7-2 / PDF 70)

Front 63

What are the categories of sexual harassment and give some examples?

Back 63

Verbal – Examples of verbal sexual harassment may include telling sexual jokes; using sexually explicit

profanity, threats, sexually oriented cadences, or sexual comments.

Nonverbal – Examples of nonverbal sexual harassment may include staring at someone (that is, “undressing
someone with one’s eyes"), blowing kisses, winking, or licking one’s lips in a suggestive manner.

Physical Contact - Examples of physical sexual harassment may include touching, patting, pinching, bumping,
grabbing, cornering, or blocking a passageway; kissing; and providing unsolicited back or neck rubs.

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 7-5 / PDF 70)

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What does EO stand for?

Back 64

Equal Opportunity

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 6-1 / PDF 56)

Front 65

What is an EOR?

Back 65

EqualOpportunity Representative

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 6-3 / PDF – 61)

Front 66

What rank should an EOR normally be?

Back 66

SGT (P)through 1LT

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 6-3 / PDF 61)

Front 67

What are some of the special commemorations / ethnic observances listed in AR 600-20?

Back 67

1. January – 3rd Monday – Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday
2. February – 1-28/29 - African-American/Black History Month
3. March – 1-31 - Women’s History Month
4. April/May - Sunday to Sunday for Week Incorporating Yom Hashoah - "Days of Remembrance" for Victims of
the Holocaust
5. May – 1-31 - Asian Pacific Heritage Month
6. August – 26 - Women’s Equality Day
7. September/October - 15 Sep.-15 Oct. - Hispanic Heritage Month
8. November – 1-30 - National Native American Indian Heritage Month

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 6-3 / PDF 54)

Front 68

What Army Regulation covers the EO program?

Back 68

AR 600-20 chapter 6

Front 69

What are the goals of the EO program?

Back 69

1. Provide EO for military personnel and family members, both on and off post and within the limits of the laws of
localities, states, and host nations.
2. Create and sustain effective units by eliminating discriminatory behaviors or practices that undermine teamwork,
mutual respect, loyalty, and shared sacrifice of the men and women of America's Army.
(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 6-1 / PDF 56)

Front 70

What are the three policies each commander is required to publish and post on equal opportunity?

Back 70

Written command policy statements for EO

Prevention of Sexual Harassment

Equal Opportunity Complaint Procedures

(AR 600-20 June 2006 / 6-3 / PDF 58)