Air Force Transition Assistance Program Receives a Make-Over

The Transition Assistance Program received new curriculum and a slight makeover as of Oct. 1.

Before, TAP could be accomplished no later than 89 days before a military member’s separation date. Now, individuals can take advantage of the program 12 to 15 months before their final out — nearly a year difference.

“A new federal law came out: the National Defense Authorization Act of 2019," said David Burger, 341st Force Support Squadron TAP manager. “This caused TAP to completely change. Anyone who went through TAP before will see significant changes.

“Whether you were enlisted or an officer, everyone got the same information," Burger said. “Now it’s a case-by-case management style."

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