Whatever your reason may be, you should begin your service as if you intend to stay for a career. This will help you establish the best record possible, thus enhancing your chances for career status if you decide you wish to remain in the Air Force. A. Promotions Career officers are considered for promotion on a competitive basis throughout their careers. Judge advocates are considered for promotion in a separate category from other Air Force officers. Short Courses .
All judge advocates have a wide variety of opportunities for continued education.
There are many special courses offered in such areas as environmental law, medical law, international law, labor law, and government contracts. Criminal Law Judges Course c. Advanced Environmental Law Course g . In addition, the Air Force Judge Advocate General School has prepared a series of continuing legal education seminars using videotapes as teaching aids. They cover various subjects and have been approved for credit by most state bar associations requiring continuing legal education.