Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy
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Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA) is part of the Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education within the Air University, located at Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Alabama. NCOA is the second level of enlisted professional military education, focusing on preparing NCOs for leadership roles at the supervisory level.
Mission
NCOA's mission is to educate Noncommissioned Officers to lead with excellence by fostering critical thinking, effective communication, and ethical decision-making. The academy aims to create a cadre of NCOs who can manage diverse teams, understand complex missions, and contribute to the Air Force's operational success.[1]
Parent organization
NCOA is part of the Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education, which falls under the Air University. Air University is responsible for professional military education for Air Force personnel.[2]
Legislation
NCOA was not established by specific legislation but operates within the Air Force's educational framework for enlisted personnel, guided by directives on leadership development.
Partners
- Various Air Force units for practical leadership training
- Community colleges for potential academic credit recognition
- Other military branches for joint educational efforts
Number of employees
The exact number of employees is not publicly specified, but includes instructors, administrative staff, and support personnel dedicated to NCO education.
Organization structure
NCOA's structure includes:
Leader
The head of NCOA is referred to as the Commandant of the Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy.
Divisions
- Academic Division for curriculum and instruction
- Leadership Development for practical application of skills
- Training Support for logistical and administrative services
List of programs
- Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA) In-Residence Course
- NCOA Correspondence Course (Distance Learning)[3]
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for NCOA are not publicly disclosed, being part of the Air University's overall budget.
Staff
Staff includes seasoned NCOs as instructors, educators, and administrative support to facilitate learning and leadership development.
Funding
Funding for NCOA comes from the Department of the Air Force through allocations to Air University for enlisted professional education.
Services provided
NCOA provides comprehensive leadership training, focusing on enhancing NCOs' abilities in managing resources, leading teams, understanding Air Force doctrine, and applying problem-solving in operational contexts. The training equips NCOs for increased responsibilities in various Air Force environments.[4]
Headquarters address
55 LeMay Plaza South, Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, AL 36112
History
Established in the 1960s, NCOA has been evolving to meet the needs of Air Force NCOs, adapting its curriculum to include contemporary leadership, management, and operational challenges. This evolution reflects the Air Force's commitment to developing competent and ethical leaders at the noncommissioned officer level.
External links
References
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Mission". Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "About Us". Air University.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Programs". Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Education". Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy.