Assessment and Selection for U. S. Air Force Special Warfare

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Air Force Special Warfare (AFSPECWAR) is a ground combat force that specializes in applying airpower. AFSPECWAR implements a rigorous assessment and selection process to ensure its operators possess the essential nontechnical attributes needed for physically and mentally challenging missions in global access, precision strike, and personnel recovery. This report focuses on the Guardian Angel/Special Tactics (GA/ST) assessment and selection (A&S) course. Candidates who successfully complete the course are assigned to specific career fields and undergo further specialized training. The GA/ST A&S course provides a holistic evaluation of each candidate through simulations of real-world training and operational environments as well as other assessments. In this report, the authors evaluate AFSPECWAR's practices to determine whether they are effective in meeting four primary objectives: selection, realistic job preview, culture, and reach-back experience. The authors propose courses of action for aligning GA/ST A&S course design and execution with best practices for standardizing assessments and facilitating objective decisions. They also evaluate the need for additional screening measures for Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) specialists who do not undergo the GA/ST A&S course.

Genre: Business & Economics / Management (fancy, right?)