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NCO Common Core Competencies forProfessional Military EducationReference Curriculum - Volume IBasic Leader CourseAdvanced Leader Course-Common Core CompetenciesSenior Leader Course-Common Core CompetenciesMaster Leader Course
Table of ContentsBasic Leader Course (BLC)8Lesson List9Lesson B100 – BLC10Lesson B101 – Group Dynamics10Lesson B102 – Effective Listening10Lesson B103 – Written Communication10Lesson B104 – Public Speaking11Lesson B105 – Critical Thinking and Problem Solving11Lesson B106 – The Army’s Leadership Requirements Model12Lesson B107 – Counseling12Lesson B108 – Cultural Competencies13Lesson B109 – Army Values, Ethics, and Integration of Soldier 202013Lesson B110 – Legal Responsibilities and Limits of NCO Authority13Lesson B111 – Introduction to Physical Readiness Training (PRT)13Lesson B112 – Followership and Servant Leadership Fundamentals14Lesson B113 – Team Building and Conflict Management15Lesson B114 – Drill and Ceremonies15Lesson B115 – Mission Orders through Troop Leading Procedures15Lesson B116 – Training Management/CIT15Lesson B117 – Soldier for Life/Transition Assistance Program16Lesson B118 – Command Supply Discipline Program16Lesson B119 – Soldier Readiness16Lesson B121 – Resiliency17Lesson B122 – End of Course Essays17Advanced Leader Course-NCO Common Core Competencies (ALC-NCO C3) 18Lesson A200 – ALC Course Overview20Lesson A201 – Army Standards and Discipline20Lesson A203 – The Army Leader20Lesson A205 – Conduct Research Using a Case Study212
Lesson A206 – Build Trust and Discipline in Teams21Lesson A208 – Mission Orders, TLP, and MDMP22Lesson A210 – Persuasive Essay22Lesson A212 – Coaching, Counseling, and Mentorship23Lesson A213 – Military Briefings23Lesson A214 – Physical Fitness Program for a Squad24Lesson A215 – Training Management24Lesson A216 – Army’s Maintenance Program24Lesson A218 – Contemporary Issues25Senior Leader Course-NCO Common Core Competencies (SLC-NCO C3)26Lesson S300 – SLC Course Overview28Lesson S301 – Inform and Influence Audiences28Lesson S302 – The Ethical Leader28Lesson S303 – Feedback, Coaching, and Mentoring Techniques28Lesson S305 – Leadership Case Study29Lesson S306 – Active and Reserve Component Capabilities30Lesson S307 – Mission Command Warfighting Function30Lesson S308 – The Combined Arms Team30Lesson S310 – The Rapid Decision and Synchronization Process (RDSP)31Lesson S311 – Planning and Mission Rehearsals31Lesson S315 – The Basic Principles of Negotiations31Lesson S316 – The Analytical Essay31Lesson S317 – Military Briefings32Lesson S318 – Physical Fitness Program for a Platoon32Lesson S319 – Training Management Plan for a Platoon or Section33Lesson S320 – The Army’s Maintenance Program at the Platoon/Section Level33Lesson S322 – Contemporary Issues33Master Leader Course (MLC)34Lesson M400 – MLC Overview36Lesson M401 – Effective Listening36Lesson M402 – Public Speaking36Lesson M403 – Military Briefings363
Lesson M404 – English Writing Overview37Lesson M420 – Effective Leadership38Lesson M421 – Servant Leadership38Lesson M430 – Fundamentals of Management38Lesson M431 – Organizational Management39Lesson M432 – Training Management39Lesson M433 – Critical Thinking and Problem Solving39Lesson M440 – DoD Strategies40Lesson M441 – Army and Joint Doctrine40Lesson M442 – Operational Art and Design41Lesson M443 – Joint Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (JIPOE) 42Lesson M444 – Joint Planning Process (JPP)42Lesson M445 – Operational and Mission Variables43Lesson M446 – Scenario Overview43Lesson M447 – Mission Command43Lesson M448 – Mission Command: Understand44Lesson M449 – Mission Command: Visualize44Lesson M450 – Mission Command: Describe46Lesson M451 – Decisive Action: Offense46Lesson M452 – Decisive Action: Defense47Lesson M453 – Decisive Action: Stability47Lesson M454 – Decisive Action: Defense Support of Civil Authorities48Lesson M455 – Military Decision Making Process/STAFFEX484
“Leaders Build Lethality, We Develop Leaders”NCO Common Core Competencies (NCO C3) DefinitionsNCO Common Core Competencies: Six major topic areas (Leadership, Communications, Readiness,Training Management, Operations, and Program Management) taught in NCO Professional Military Education(PME) that are common to all Noncommissioned Officers regardless of Military Occupational Specialty(MOS), rank, or position. NCO common core competency topics support the four Army Learning Areas,include subjects that are sequential and progressive, and build on skills, knowledge, and abilities of everyNCO by enhancing a shared understanding required to operate effectively as a professional member of aready and lethal force.READINESS: NCOs are responsible for Soldier readiness and play a key role in unit readiness. Thiscompetency includes: Army Inspections, Command Supply Discipline, Comprehensive Soldier Fitness(physical, spiritual, emotional, social, and family), Equipment Maintenance, Resiliency, MEDPROs, andFinancial Readiness.LEADERSHIP: The Army relies on NCOs capable of conducting daily operations, executing missioncommand and making intent-driven decisions. NCOs must lead by example and model characteristics of theArmy Profession. This competency includes: Leader Development, Counseling, Coaching and Mentoring, theArmy Ethic, Army Values, and Character Development. It also includes a thorough understanding of theLeadership Requirements Model, Mission Command Philosophy, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving.OPERATIONS: Leaders at every echelon are expected to display the initiative necessary to assume prudentrisk, while taking timely advantage of opportunities that present themselves under ambiguous, chaoticconditions. This competency includes: Large-Scale Combat Operations, Multi-Domain Operations (Cyber,Land, Sea, Air, & Space), Joint Operations, Operational & Mission Variables, Troop Leading Procedures,Military Decision Making Process, Warfighting Functions/Combat Power, and Operational Terms & Symbols.TRAINING MANAGEMENT: NCOs are directly responsible for training individual Soldiers, crews, and teams.The Army training principles provide a broad but essential foundation to guide NCO leaders as they plan,prepare, execute, and assess sustained and effective training. This competency includes: Risk Management,8-step Training Model, Conducting Individual Training, and the Art and Science of training from squad tobrigade level (course dependent).PROGRAM MANAGEMENT: NCOs assist their officer counterparts in managing Army programs thatsupports Soldiers and Families. This competency complements readiness and includes: The Army SafetyProgram, Army Career Tracker (ACT), Human Resource Systems, Military Justice Procedures, the ArmyForce Management Model (How the Army Runs), Army Community Service (ACS) Programs, and the Soldierfor Life-Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP).COMMUNICATIONS: Competent NCOs are effective communicators. NCOs cannot lead, train, counsel,coach, mentor, or build teams without the ability to communicate clearly. This competency includes: Verbal(Public Speaking & Military Briefings) and Written (English and Grammar) communications. Also includes,Active Listening, Collaboration, Facilitation, Negotiations, Social Media, Digital Communications, MediaEngagement, Staff Studies, and Decision Papers.5
Mission StatementProvide professional military education that develops enlisted leaders into fit, disciplined, welleducated professional capable of meeting the challenges of an increasingly complex world.Vision StatementThe premier institution driving innovative development for enlisted leaders; constantly focused onreadiness.6
PrefaceThis reference curriculum is for Soldiers who want to know more about NoncommissionedOfficer Professional Military Education courses. The reference curriculum books consist ofthree volumes.Volume I:Basic Leader Course (BLC)Advanced Leader Course-NCO Common Core Competencies (ALC-NCO C3)Senior Leader Course-NCO Common Core Competencies (SLC-NCO C3)Master Leader Course (MLC)Volume II:Distributed Leader Courses (DLC) I - VIVolume III:Battle Staff NCO Course (BSNCOC)Commandants Pre-Command Course (CPCC)7
U.S. Army photo by SPC Adam ParentBasic Leader Course (BLC)DescriptionThe Basic Leader Course (BLC) prepares Soldiers for promotion to Sergeant to execute the duties of ateam leader. Students will be able to employ comprehensive Soldier fitness elements for self andsubordinates, promote readiness for all contingencies, and apply training management principles. Keyconcepts also include thinking critically through leadership and counseling situations with totalownership of decisions, taking accountability for character development in self and subordinates, andconfidently communicating time sensitive information through chain of command. As a result,students will gain an understanding of the significance of becoming a noncommissioned officer and theresponsibilities that inherent that role.Terminal Learning Objectives (TLOs)Explain the outcomes of the BLC and the effects of group dynamics on the learning process. Conveyclear thoughts, tasks, and purpose to leadership and subordinates through multiple communicationmediums. Identify triggers to use effective leadership skills, values, and authority as a newly promotedNCO. Shape teams/squads to meet operational missions by implementing training managementprinciples. Guide self, Soldiers, and Families to meet Army readiness standards.8
Lesson 22TopicBLC Course Overview/Blackboard ReviewGroup DynamicsIntroduction to Physical Readiness Training (PRT)Drill and CeremoniesArmy Physical Fitness TestCritical Thinking and Problem SolvingEffective ListeningWritten CommunicationTraining Management/CITPublic SpeakingThe Army’s Leadership Requirements ModelCultural CompetenciesCounselingArmy Values, Ethics, and Integration of Soldier 2020Legal Responsibilities and Limits of NCO AuthorityFollowership and Servant Leadership FundamentalsTeam Building and Conflict ManagementMission Orders and Troop Leading ProceduresSoldier for Life/Transition Assistance ProgramSoldier ReadinessResiliencyCommand Supply Discipline ProgramEnd of Course Short Answer Essay ExamTotal BLC Hours9Hours3319634313161244754675466524169
Lesson B100 – BLCLesson B102 – Effective ListeningDescriptionDescriptionAt the end of this lesson, students will be able to organizean approach to achieving the course learning outcomes. TheBLC contains 169 hours of academic instruction.At the end of this learning event, you will develop an awareness of the process and role of listening in oral communication. In addition, you will develop skills related to analyzingand improving informative, critical, and empathetic listeningskills.Hours: 3Learning Objectives/OutcomesHours: 3Identify the standards, procedures, and assessment requirements for the Basic Leader Course (BLC).Learning Objectives/OutcomesUse the components of the listening process to improve communication.Learning Domain: CognitiveLevel of Learning: UnderstandingLearning Domain: AffectiveLevel of Learning: ReceivingReferences/ReadingsAdvance Issue:References/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Advance SheetDuring class:Advance SheetInterview SheetDuring class:Assessment RubricsListening Behavior AssessmentRead:Handouts 1 & 2N/ARead:Listening Effectively, 1996, by John A. Kline, pp 30 through32 (7.5 minutes)Lesson B101 – Group DynamicsDescriptionAt the end of this learning event, you will be more aware ofthe process a group goes through to successfully achieve acommon goal.Lesson B103 – Written CommunicationDescriptionAt the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply writing andediting principles to develop fluency and accuracy in writingsentences, paragraphs and short essays.You will also explore strategies useful for groups in the learning environment.Hours: 3You will practice writing military correspondence and awardbullets and explore narrative story elements to develop yourwriting abilities to meet course writing assignments.Learning Objectives/OutcomesSummarize the components of group dynamics as they relateto the learning environment.Hours: 13Learning Domain: CognitiveLevel of Learning: UnderstandingLearning Objectives/OutcomesReferences/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Learning Domain: CognitiveLevel of Learning: ApplyingDuring class:References/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Apply the components of the writing and editing process.Advance SheetBroken Squares ActivityAdvance SheetPractical Exercise WorksheetDuring class:Learner Handout 1 – OutlineRead:Stages of Group Development, by Bruce Tuckman, pp 1through 7 (17 minutes)Learner Handout 2 – Venn DiagramLearner Handout 3 – Mindmap10
References/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Learner Handout 4 – MFRLearner Handout 5 – Proofreading MarksAdvance SheetLearner Handout 6 – 1009 Assessing Writing InformationEssay (Learner)During class:Verbal communication skills handoutsRead:Job Aid for Verbal and Nonverbal skillsAR 25-50, Preparing and Managing Correspondence, 17 May2013, Chapter 1, p. 6, paras 1-36 and 1-37 (2 minutes)Read:FM 6-0, Commander and Staff Organization and Operations(with Change 2), 22 April 2016, Chapter 7, pp 7-1 through7-5 (12.5 minutes)Lesson B104 – Public SpeakingDescriptionBriefing Guide, May 1993, by USASMA Section I, pp. 1through 2, (Information Briefing), pp 9 through 11 (BriefingChecklist, and Briefing Tips) (7.5 minutes)At the end of this lesson, you will be confident in speaking infront of peers and superiors. You will explore both verbal andnonverbal skills, audience analysis techniques, and four typesof military briefing. You will develop and deliver a historicalevent briefing.Learning Objectives/OutcomesLesson B105 – Critical Thinking and ProblemSolvingHours: 12DescriptionAt the end of this lesson, you will apply foundational criticalthinking elements when leading your team members andworking with your superiors. You will also make the connection between critical thinking and effective communicationthrough active listening, writing, and speaking activities.Demonstrate confidence when delivering a briefing/presentation.Learning Domain: AffectiveLevel of Learning: RespondingHours: 4U.S. Army Photo by Paul Hughes11
Learning Objectives/OutcomesRead:Solve problems using critical thinking.ADRP 6-22, Army Leadership, 1 August 2012, Chapter 1,para 1-4 through 1-6 and para 1-27, pp 1-27 through 1-35(7.5 minutes)Learning Domain: CognitiveLevel of Learning: ApplyingADP 6-22, Army Leadership, 10 September 2012, pp 5through 8, para 22 through 38 (8 minutes)References/ReadingsAdvance Issue:ADRP 6-22, Army Leadership, 1 August 2012, Chapter 2,pp 2-4 through 2-5, para 2-24 through 2-39 (5 minutes)Advance SheetJob Aid 2, Improving Your ThinkingAR 623-3, Evaluation Reporting System, 4 November 2015,pp 31 through 32, para 3-4 and 3-5 (5 minutes)Job Aid 3, Military Problem Solving ProcessDuring class:Job Aid 1, Elements and StandardsLesson B107 – CounselingRead:DescriptionAt the end of this learning event, you will be confidentin counseling your team members. Through role playingactivities, you will examine and practice, how to counselperformance issues, personal issues, and professional growthopportunities.The Miniature Guide to Critical Thinking Concepts and Tools,(Seventh edition), 2014, by Dr. Richard Paul and Dr. Linda Elder, pp 1 through 22 (55 minutes)FM 6-0, Commander and Staff Organization and Operations(with Change 2), 22 April 2016, Chapter 4 (15 minutes)You will also explore concepts and decisions through a virtualenvironment.Job Aid 2, Improving Your ThinkingJob Aid 3, Military Problem Solving ProcessHours: 7Learning Objectives/OutcomesLesson B106 – The Army’s LeadershipRequirements ModelDemonstrate effective counseling skills.Learning Domain: AffectiveLevel of Learning: ValuingDescriptionAt the end of this learning event, you will have an opportunity to examine and develop your own personal leadershipattributes and competencies through collaborative and experiential learning experiences. You will also compose an essayhow to improve your leadership strengths and weaknesses.References/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Advance SheetDuring class:Hours: 4Scenario HandoutsLearning Objectives/OutcomesDescribe the Army’s Leadership Requirements Model.DA Form 4856 Developmental Counseling Form (3 perstudent)Learning Domain: CognitiveLevel of Learning: Understanding12 Index cards*Optional – Learner Handout VignettesReferences/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Read:ATP 6-22.1, The Counseling Process, 1 July 2014, Chapters 1and 2, pp 1-1 through 2-10 (35 minutes)Advance SheetDuring class:Classroom Discussion:Practical ExerciseStudents should be prepared to discuss counseling.Equipment:Students will need headphones or earbuds for use with theELITE Counseling Simulator on the student laptop.12
Lesson B108 – Cultural CompetenceReview:Army Profession Pamphlet, February 2017, pp 29 through39 (25 minutes)DescriptionAt the end of this learning event, you will be able to applyculturally appropriate responses when working within yourteams, with peers, superiors, and people from other cultures.You will explore ways to rapidly recognize and assess culturalnorms, explore strategies to effectively communicate withpeople from your own and other cultures, and learn how tomitigate cross-cultural challenges.Lesson B110 – Legal Responsibilities and Limitsof NCO AuthorityDescriptionAt the end of this learning event, you will create a job aid ontypes of authority an NCO has and when and how to use thatauthority. You will review the legal aspects, examine militaryjustice components, and limits of authority to determinecorrect disciplinary approaches for Soldier conduct.Hours: 4Learning Objectives/OutcomesAdapt your leadership style to the cultural environment.Hours: 4Learning Domain: AffectiveLevel of Learning: RespondingLearning Objectives/OutcomesUnderstand the legal authorities, responsibilities and limits ofan NCO.References/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Learning Domain: CognitiveLevel of Learning: UnderstandingAdvance SheetDuring class:References/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Communication Style Continuum (1 per student)Scenario Cards (1 set per student group)Advance Sheet8.5” x 11” copy paper (2 per student and 2 for demonstration)During class:Read:Read:Practical ExerciseN/ATC 7-22.7, Noncommissioned Officer Guide, 7 April 2015,Chapter 4, pp 4-23 through 4-30, paras 4-20 through 4-29(15 minutes)Lesson B109 – Army Values, Ethics, andIntegration of Soldier 2020AR 27-10, Military Justice, 11 May 2016, Chapters 3 and 4,pp 3 through 29, (70 minutes)DescriptionAt the end of this learning event, you will articulate a coherent values and ethics system that supports the Army profession. You will take a comprehensive and holistic view of theArmy values and ethical framework and examine how thesevalues and ethics support your ability to lead teams.Learning Objectives/OutcomesAR 600-20, Army Command Policy, 6 November 2014,Chapter 4 (35 minutes)Lesson B111 – Introduction to Physical ReadinessTraining (PRT)Hours: 5DescriptionAt the end of this 19-hour learning event, you will be ableto conduct Physical Readiness Training (PRT). The lessonprovides discussion, demonstration, practical exercises, andevaluation to prepare the student. The assessment will counttoward your grade point average.Justify the need to adhere to a strong set of values and ethicsthat support the Army profession.Learning Domain: AffectiveLevel of Learning: ValuingHours: 19References/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Learning Objectives/OutcomesAdvance SheetApply the components of the Army Physical Readiness Training Program.During class:Army Values—Our Core13Learning Domain: CognitiveLevel of Learning: Applying
U.S. Army photo by USASMAReferences/ReadingsAdvance Issue:Learning Objectives/OutcomesConduct Physical Readiness Training rubricLearning Domain: CognitiveLevel of Learning: UnderstandingDescribe the characteris
NCO common core competency topics support the four Army Learning Areas, include subjects that are sequential and progressive, and build on skills, knowledge, and abilities of every NCO by enhancing a shared understanding required to operate effectively as a professional member of a ready and lethal force.
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2. Understands the history of the NCO corps. 3. Lives by the Army values and NCO creed. 4. Identifies ethical dilemmas and seeks counsel as necessary. 5. Builds trust and discipline in the team. Professional Competence Technical, Tactical, Operational, Strategic 1. Performs SL 1, 2 common and MOS tasks without supervision. 2.
Competencies are categorized as either technical or non-technical. Technical competencies are associated with a specific military occupational specialty (MOS) or function to perform the job or task required successfully. Non-technical competencies demonstrate the “soft skills” (leadership, ability to
teamwork competencies, strategic action competencies, global awareness competencies, self-management competencies and communication competencies. Strategic action competencies Strategic action competencies refer to the manager’s abilities to grasp the overall strategy of the company and ensure employees’ efforts are in line with the strategy.
Although NCO leadership believes it has a direct understanding of NCEP service Center requirements, this feeling was not shared by those assigned to various projects within NCO. NCO should take a leadership position in creating communication channels between users of their products and services and NCO project teams charged with their development.
learning teams, guided inquiry activities, critical and analytical thinking, problem solving, reporting, metacognition, and individual responsibility. Strategies for the successful use of learning teams are discussed, the roles of the instructor in this learning environment are described, and implementation hints
