Posted on Oct 4, 2016
Can my command discharge me before I go through the transition assistance program?
Suspended Profile
9.57K
21
15
Can they discharge me before I do all the mandatory classes? They really want me out, they took me out of a MEB " they down graded my profile" because they didn't want me around anymore as well but I'd like to do the TAP program classes before I leave. My out date is on Thursday?
ACAP/Soldier for Life (SFL-TAP)
Law
Medical Board
Posted 8 y ago
Responses: 11
It is an assistance program, and while "mandated' there are always exceptions.
In 2014, here were the "required" actions prior to final out.
I also know SM that were processed out without these actions..some by thier own desire, and some by exception.
And end of the day, what we think has no effect on what happens to you... if you are not willing to waive your TAP benefits, talk with your unit leadership, if they will not talk, or not consent to changinging your final out date to accommodate TAP briefings..then go see legal assistance......But understand.... what ever it is you are doing (did?) that has led to this situation.....if you force your units hand to retain you for a few more weeks or months for TAB briefings....and you continue the actions or events that led up to your early separation...you may find you get more then just a TAP briefing, and that your next visit to legal may be a required one
Preseparation Briefing
(DD Form 2648/-1)
Training and counseling sessions.
Complete the Preseparation checklist.
VA Benefits Briefing I & II
VA benefits and eligibility. Register for
benefits at http://www.eBenefits.va.gov.
DOL Employment Workshop
Employment counseling, resume
development. (*possible exemption)
Individual Transition Plan (ITP)
Development Plan (ITP) outlining your
career or education goals to achieve
CRS.
MOS Crosswalk
Translates military skills and training.
Complete Gap Analysis.
Financial Planning Seminar
Financial planning and budget
preparation. Complete 12-month postservice
budget.
Individual Self-Assessment
Complete self-assessment through Kuder
Journey or other assessment tool.
Job Application Package OR Job
Offer Letter
Complete private or federal resume,
references and two submitted job
applications OR job offer letter.
Career Tracks
Accessing Higher Education,
Vocational/Technical, or Entrepreneurial.
In accordance with Soldier’s ITP.
Career Skills Program
Credentialing, Apprenticeship, On-the-Job
training, Internships, and Job shadowing
programs.
CAPSTONE (DD Form 2958)
Culminating activity verifying the Soldier
has a viable ITP and meets CRS.
In 2014, here were the "required" actions prior to final out.
I also know SM that were processed out without these actions..some by thier own desire, and some by exception.
And end of the day, what we think has no effect on what happens to you... if you are not willing to waive your TAP benefits, talk with your unit leadership, if they will not talk, or not consent to changinging your final out date to accommodate TAP briefings..then go see legal assistance......But understand.... what ever it is you are doing (did?) that has led to this situation.....if you force your units hand to retain you for a few more weeks or months for TAB briefings....and you continue the actions or events that led up to your early separation...you may find you get more then just a TAP briefing, and that your next visit to legal may be a required one
Preseparation Briefing
(DD Form 2648/-1)
Training and counseling sessions.
Complete the Preseparation checklist.
VA Benefits Briefing I & II
VA benefits and eligibility. Register for
benefits at http://www.eBenefits.va.gov.
DOL Employment Workshop
Employment counseling, resume
development. (*possible exemption)
Individual Transition Plan (ITP)
Development Plan (ITP) outlining your
career or education goals to achieve
CRS.
MOS Crosswalk
Translates military skills and training.
Complete Gap Analysis.
Financial Planning Seminar
Financial planning and budget
preparation. Complete 12-month postservice
budget.
Individual Self-Assessment
Complete self-assessment through Kuder
Journey or other assessment tool.
Job Application Package OR Job
Offer Letter
Complete private or federal resume,
references and two submitted job
applications OR job offer letter.
Career Tracks
Accessing Higher Education,
Vocational/Technical, or Entrepreneurial.
In accordance with Soldier’s ITP.
Career Skills Program
Credentialing, Apprenticeship, On-the-Job
training, Internships, and Job shadowing
programs.
CAPSTONE (DD Form 2958)
Culminating activity verifying the Soldier
has a viable ITP and meets CRS.
If you happen to receive one of our Voice of the Veteran surveys in the mail, please fill it out and let us know about your level of satisfaction with the benefits and services we provide.
Did your command downgrade your profile or did your doctor downgrade your profile? I feel as though there is soooooo much more info that is missing in this.
SPC Erich Guenther
Agree on the missing info...........and here is the rest of the story......
https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/chapter-13-discharge
https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/chapter-13-discharge
Chapter 13 discharge? | RallyPoint
I have had medical issues with headaches and migraines after a TBI while overseas "non combat related" coming up on a year now. Shortly after I started to get depressed and get seen for it. I came back home early from my rotation overseas. I got put on a certain medication which made me gain weight very fast and made me oversleep. I missed morning formation after taking this medication 3 times within 3-4 months. Morning formation is 3 miles...
COL R. Bruce Chisholm
On 10 June 2016, I IMed the Soldier the following: "You have some good guidance from the SGT who posted a reply. I am glad you are seeking help from the Ombudsman.
I wrote a lengthy response earlier but lost it on my iPad.
Bottom line: do those things you are told to do. Make all appointments. Get to the Transition program. Keep your chain of command informed. You are a part of a team.
You served your Nation, something only 2% of the country has done. Take care of your health and get the medical support the Army/VA promised you. Move on to the next mission, whatever you chose and work hard. You'll be a success because you did something 98% of the USA didn't!
All the best,
Chisholm"
So four months ago, I told him to go to Transition--he has now reached "troll" status in my book.
I wrote a lengthy response earlier but lost it on my iPad.
Bottom line: do those things you are told to do. Make all appointments. Get to the Transition program. Keep your chain of command informed. You are a part of a team.
You served your Nation, something only 2% of the country has done. Take care of your health and get the medical support the Army/VA promised you. Move on to the next mission, whatever you chose and work hard. You'll be a success because you did something 98% of the USA didn't!
All the best,
Chisholm"
So four months ago, I told him to go to Transition--he has now reached "troll" status in my book.
Read This Next
Continue with Facebook 
Continue with Google
https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/chapter-13-discharge
Chapter 13 discharge? | RallyPoint
I have had medical issues with headaches and migraines after a TBI while overseas "non combat related" coming up on a year now. Shortly after I started to get depressed and get seen for it. I came back home early from my rotation overseas. I got put on a certain medication which made me gain weight very fast and made me oversleep. I missed morning formation after taking this medication 3 times within 3-4 months. Morning formation is 3 miles...