Enrollment in EFMP does not adversely affect selection for promotion, schools, or assignment. Information concerning enrollment is not made available to selection boards. Enrollment allows assignment managers at Army personnel agencies to consider the documented medical and special education needs of a soldier's EFM during the assignment process. When possible, soldiers are assigned to an area where the medical and special education needs of their EFM can be met. This is dependent on a valid personnel requirement for the soldier's grade, specialty, and eligibility for the tour.
All soldiers are still eligible for world wide assignments.
Special education needs are considered outside the United States only. Assignments within the fifty states and Trust Territories are not based on the educational needs of children. Every local school system must obey public laws regarding the provision of special education. Care is provided by certified contracted child care providers. Sliding scale fees.