Center for Enlisted Education
Stored: Center for Enlisted Education
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Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education (Barnes Center) is part of the Air University at Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Alabama. Named after Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Thomas N. Barnes, the center is responsible for the Air Force's enlisted professional military education, ensuring that enlisted personnel are equipped with the necessary skills to lead effectively.
Mission
The mission of the Barnes Center is to develop Air Force enlisted leaders who are ready to meet the challenges of leadership roles through a structured program of education that emphasizes leadership, ethical decision-making, and operational excellence. This education is aligned with the Air Force's core values and strategic goals.[1]
Parent organization
The Barnes Center operates under the Air University, which is part of the Department of the Air Force. Air University is responsible for professional military education for both officers and enlisted personnel.[2]
Legislation
The center was not created by specific legislation but is part of the Air Force's educational system, shaped by directives on enlisted education and leadership development.
Partners
- Various Air Force commands for practical leadership training
- Community colleges and other educational institutions for academic collaboration
- Other military branches for joint enlisted education initiatives
Number of employees
The exact number of employees is not publicly specified, but includes educators, administrative staff, and support personnel focused on enlisted education.
Organization structure
The Barnes Center's structure revolves around:
Leader
The head of the Barnes Center is the Commander of the Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education.
Divisions
- Airman Leadership School (ALS)
- Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA)
- Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA)
- Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course (CLC)
List of programs
- Airman Leadership School (ALS)
- Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA)
- Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA)
- Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course (CLC)[3]
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for the Barnes Center are not publicly disclosed, being part of the Air University's overall budget.
Staff
Staff includes experienced enlisted leaders as instructors, academic personnel, and administrative support to facilitate learning and leadership development.
Funding
Funding for the Barnes Center comes from the Department of the Air Force's allocation to Air University for enlisted professional education.
Services provided
The Barnes Center provides a range of educational services from foundational leadership training for new Airmen to advanced leadership courses for senior enlisted personnel. These programs focus on enhancing leadership, communication, critical thinking, and operational skills, preparing Airmen for the complexities of modern military roles.[4]
Headquarters address
55 LeMay Plaza South, Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, AL 36112
History
Established in 2008 and named after Thomas N. Barnes, the first African American Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, the Barnes Center has been pivotal in shaping the leadership capabilities of Air Force enlisted members. It integrates traditional military education with contemporary leadership theories to meet the evolving demands of the service.
External links
References
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Mission". Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "About Us". Air University.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Programs". Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Education". Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education.