How does a Commanding Officer get feedback from the ARGUS survey tool?Last month, I provided an overview of the ARGUS Survey Tool. I received a lot of feedback and was asked how to get the results that this tool provided to help you assess your command climate with specific feedback. This data can be accessed by Commanding Officers, Executive Officers, Command Master Chiefs and Command Career Counselors through BUPERS Online (BOL) via the ARGUS reporting link. If you need additional assistance, you can contact the ARGUS desk at (901) 874-4267.

Professional Development

June 2008

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CMC CornerWhat’s New and On the Horizon.As Chiefs, we must look ahead and prepare ourselves and our Sailors for what is over the horizon. This could be the next command evolution or the next career milestone. Here at CPPD, we consistently have many projects underway as we strive to provide the absolute best training products for the Fleet. As part of this effort, our number one priority is to ensure our content is relevant and correct for you on the deckplates. For that we need your feedback. This issue of Encompass is intended to provide an overview of some of our current projects. However, if you or your Sailors have recently attended any CPPD training and wish to provide feedback, please use the CPPD Feedback email address to let us know how we are doing. As we develop new products, we are always in need of Fleet input for various focus groups as well. If you would like to participate in focus groups for future projects, please let us know. We are not successful without you! Thank you.

Are you ready for “Navy Pride and Professionalism?”This summer, CPPD will release the new 12-hour Navy Pride and Professionalism (NP&P) course that replaces Navy Rights and Responsibilities (NR&R) and is designed to support a more positive orientation towards Sailor conduct and character development. With the upcoming release of OPNAVINST 1740.3C , this new version, with more relevant material, will be a required part of Command Indoctrination for all of your newly reporting Sailors. Every command should receive a copy of the training materials via mail and NP&P will also be available for download from NKO.

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Around the corner…Coming Soon to Your Command The “100 Critical Days of Summer” is here and I wanted to give everyone a preview of some new and exciting products that CPPD will be rolling out over the next few months. These tools are intended to provide you and your Sailors with better and updated information in a variety of areas. All of this information is useful for your Sailors, some via your Command Training Team, and I hope you can find ways to incorporate it into your Command Indoctrination programs and other communication channels to make sure your personnel can take advantage of these updated products.

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Message from the COIntroducing the New Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD)Over the past year, the The Center for Personal and Professional Development has worked with the Center for Naval Leadership to combine both commands’ activities to leverage our unique instructor capabilities. As of May 30th, the consolidation is complete, and CPPD is now the “One Stop Shop” for Navy non-rating specific training. I also want you to know that CPPD is here to support your Sailors’ diverse training needs required for advancement. We provide personal development training including new instructor certification for your Command Training Teams. CPPD’s classes are consolidated in the FY09 schedule and can be found in CETARS now.

CAPT Jonathan PickerCommanding Officer Center for Personal and Professional Development

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Off-Duty EducationHow are your Sailors improving themselves?Navy COOL Credentialing Opportunities On-Line is the Navy’s professional credentialing program that ties civilian certifications and licenses to your Sailor’s ratings and skills. In addition to improving retention, Navy COOL sets the standard for professional expertise and skills that can be used for a lifetime, such as Instructor Certification and Counseling (both CPPD Courses of Instruction). Many of these certifications can cost $800 or more, but are free to your Sailors using COOL. For more information, visit the COOL website.

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Physical Training Series Tool is Now AvailableCPPD has recently posted the new Physical Training Series Tool on the “Health and Wellness” Page of NKO. Developed in conjunction with the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center (NMCPHC), this series of booklets provides detailed information on the correct way to exercise. Available in both printable and computer based formats, the series provides resources that demonstrate proper techniques to keep your Sailors fit and injury free.

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