Enlisted Professional Military Education Instructor Course
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Enlisted Professional Military Education Instructor Course (EPMEIC) is a part of the Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education under the Air University at Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Alabama. EPMEIC is designed to train selected noncommissioned officers (NCOs) to become instructors for various enlisted professional military education (EPME) programs.
Mission
EPMEIC's mission is to transform capable NCOs into skilled educators and leaders within the Air Force's EPME framework. By providing comprehensive training in teaching techniques, curriculum development, and leadership, EPMEIC ensures that its graduates are ready to shape the next generation of Air Force enlisted leaders.[1]
Parent organization
EPMEIC operates under the Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education, which is part of the Air University. Air University oversees professional military education for Air Force personnel.[2]
Legislation
EPMEIC was not established by specific legislation but is part of the Air Force's educational system, shaped by directives on instructor training and professional development.
Partners
- Various Air Force schools for practical teaching experience
- Academic institutions for advanced pedagogical methods
- Other military branches for cross-service instructor training insights
Number of employees
The exact number of staff associated with EPMEIC is not publicly specified, but includes instructors, curriculum developers, and administrative support.
Organization structure
EPMEIC's structure is geared towards:
Leader
The head of EPMEIC is referred to as the Director of the Enlisted Professional Military Education Instructor Course.
Divisions
- Teaching and Learning Division for instructional methods
- Curriculum Development for course content
- Leadership and Professionalism for leadership training
List of programs
- EPME Instructor Course - a comprehensive training program for NCOs selected to teach in EPME programs
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for EPMEIC are not publicly disclosed, as they are part of the broader budget for the Barnes Center and Air University.
Staff
Staff includes experienced instructors with backgrounds in education, leadership, and Air Force operations, supported by administrative personnel.
Funding
Funding for EPMEIC comes from the Department of the Air Force through allocations to Air University for educational development.
Services provided
EPMEIC provides services focused on training NCOs in instructional techniques, curriculum design, classroom management, and the philosophy of teaching within the Air Force context. This training prepares them to deliver EPME courses effectively, ensuring quality education for all Air Force enlisted personnel.[3]
Headquarters address
55 LeMay Plaza South, Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, AL 36112
History
EPMEIC has evolved to meet the increasing demand for qualified instructors within the Air Force's enlisted education system. It ensures that the educators are not only knowledgeable in their subject matter but also adept at teaching, thereby maintaining high standards in Air Force EPME.
External links
References
- ↑ Air University (2025). "EPME Instructor Course". Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "About Us". Air University.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "EPME Instructor Course". Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education.