Monday to Friday:
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Building 916 81 Ward Street

662.434.2562 or 662.434.2561

edcenter@us.af.mil

Education & Training Center

Educational Testing And Degree Programs

Our mission is to deliver world class voluntary education & training, counseling, career-advisement and testing services for Total Force Airmen, Sister Service Members, DoD Employees, Military Retirees, and Eligible Family Members. More importantly, we strive to maximize development opportunities to assist individuals in reaching their personal and professional goals.

The Columbus Professional Development Center, along with our on-base school, Mississippi State University and the co-located Base Development Advisor, are equipped to assist with your educational aspirations and individual/specialized objectives.

Military Testing

Available Testing Days/Times:

Test Sessions Proctored in Room 14 (unless otherwise noted)

Monday (weekly): DLPT, DLAB, AFCT at 1300

1st Wednesday of every month: AFOQT at 0800

Thursday (weekly): FAA at 0800; CDC at 1300

2nd & 4th Friday of every month: TBAS at 0800

    Briefing Schedule

    1st and 3rd Tuesday – New Officer Accessions briefing @ 1400

    2nd and 4th Tuesday – Tuition Assistance briefing @ 1400

    2nd Wednesday – Commissioning briefing @ 1400

    4th Wednesday – SkillBridge briefing @ 1400

    AF Cool Program

    Air Force COOL is a pathway for enlisted DAF members to earn industry recognized professional certifications, licenses to enhance their active-duty work, and to prepare them as they transition to the civilian job market. This popular program provides funding up to $4,500 per Airman over the course of their career. It covers exams, books, prep courses/boot camps, and recurring recertification. Applicants requests are prioritize as follows:

    1. Members within 90-150 days of separation or retirement
    2. Members who are pursing AFSC related credentials only (with no preparatory courses required)
    3. All other requests

    Contact the Ed Center for more information

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