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Air Force Career Development Academy
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Air Force Career Development Academy (AFCDA) is located at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Mississippi, under the Second Air Force within the Air Education and Training Command. AFCDA is responsible for developing and implementing Career Development Courses (CDCs) for Air Force enlisted personnel, focusing on career field-specific knowledge and skills.
Mission
The mission of AFCDA is to provide Airmen with the educational resources necessary to advance in their careers. This includes developing and modernizing CDCs that are relevant, interactive, and aligned with current operational needs, thereby enhancing the Air Force's overall readiness and capability.[1]
Parent organization
AFCDA falls under the Second Air Force, which is part of the broader Air Education and Training Command. This command is responsible for technical training across various Air Force specialties.[2]
Legislation
AFCDA was not established by specific legislation but operates within the Air Force's educational framework, driven by directives on career development and training.
Partners
- Various Air Force units for curriculum relevance and application
- Air University for educational integration
- Industry partners for keeping training current with technology
Number of employees
The specific number of employees is not publicly detailed, but includes curriculum developers, instructors, and administrative staff.
Organization structure
AFCDA's structure focuses on:
Leader
The head of the academy is the Director of the Air Force Career Development Academy.
Divisions
- Curriculum Development for creating and updating CDCs
- Learning Technology for enhancing delivery methods
- Assessment for evaluating course effectiveness
List of programs
- Career Development Courses (CDCs) for various Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs)
- Modernized CDCs with interactive and mobile-responsive content[3]
Last total enacted budget
Budget details for AFCDA are not publicly disclosed, being part of the Second Air Force's and Air Education and Training Command's budget.
Staff
Staff includes subject matter experts in various career fields, educational technologists, and administrative support to manage the development and delivery of CDCs.
Funding
Funding for AFCDA comes from the Air Education and Training Command's allocation for career development within the Air Force.
Services provided
AFCDA provides educational services through CDCs, which are self-paced, career-specific courses designed to prepare Airmen for higher skill levels and responsibilities within their career fields. These courses are pivotal for Airmen's career progression and operational effectiveness.[4]
Headquarters address
505 Fisher St, Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, MS 39534
History
AFCDA has been integral to the Air Force's training system for enlisted personnel, focusing on career field-specific education. With technological advancements, AFCDA has modernized its approach to training, moving towards more interactive and accessible learning experiences to keep pace with evolving military operations.
External links
References
- ↑ Second Air Force (2025). "Mission". Air Force Career Development Academy.
- ↑ Air Education and Training Command (2025). "About Us". Air Education and Training Command.
- ↑ Second Air Force (2025). "Programs". Air Force Career Development Academy.
- ↑ Second Air Force (2025). "Education". Air Force Career Development Academy.