The base MPF enters the appropriate student information into the TMS NLT 21 days prior to course start date. This action allows adequate time for TMS data to flow through the system so class close-out can take place within 21 days of class start date. CESS will begin filling opened classes with primary audience students on a first-come basis 80 days prior to class start date. Secondary audience will be considered at 30 days prior to class start date if seats are still available. Prerequisites are listed with each course description and identify the minimum level of academic and work experience required to fully participate in the program of instruction.
Some courses require the student to be holding a specific job assignment.
The maximum benefit accrues to those students who meet the established prerequisites. In the event the supervisor believes that attendance of a student in a course is required, but the student does not meet the prerequisites, a waiver may be requested. The seat allocated for canceled students will be returned to CESS for allocation to the next approved student on the CESS waiting list. The above procedures also apply for non-USAF personnel. The course director is the final approval authority on all applications.