Interested individuals are encouraged to discuss possible nomination for in-residence attendance to PME with their supervisor. PME includes National War College, Air War College, Industrial College of the Armed Forces, Air Command and Staff College, Squadron Officer School, and the Aerospace Basic Course. You may apply for in-residence SOS and ABC through the career programs only. Civilian training officers and supervisors should ensure the nominee meets the prerequisite criteria specified in each description. The Chief of Staff of the Air Force recently published a recommended reading list of professional military developmental texts, journals, and periodicals.
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The students must also meet the same physical requirements as the military, as outlined in the SOS course requirements listed below. To value team achievement over individual success Physical conditioning is an integral part of the curriculum and interns selected must self-certify they meet the physical standards for height and weight and are in good physical condition. Interns who cannot meet these requirements should not be nominated. Course information can be found on the ABC web page . Weight chart can be found on the SOS web page .