Flotilla 15-9 Member Training

So you've joined the CG Auxiliary - Now What?

Putting AP Members to Work

You are a member in AP Status. What can you do?
First understand everything we do is governed by Federal law and the Commandant’s Instructions for the Auxiliary. Auxiliarists in Approval Pending (AP) status still have huge opportunities to train and qualify in virtually any program in the Auxiliary.
While we understand that you may be frustrated by AP status, you should know that there are still a great many opportunities open to you – far, far more than those that may be closed or difficult.
New members:Are issued Member Numbers, Vote, Pay dues, Wear the uniform of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, Serve on committees, Take any and all Auxiliary courses, Take any and all end-of-course exams associated with these courses. New Members in AP Status may train and qualify in any program of the Auxiliary just as other Auxiliarists in IQ, BQ, or AUXOP status other than for coxswain, aviation certification, citizenship verifier or fingerprint technician.Until a new member receives a favorable security determination, aviation and boat coxswain certification will be limited to interim certifications, which may be granted by their DIRAUXUntil a new member receives a favorable security determination, elected and staff officer positions will require an interim waiver granted by their DIRAUXIt is important for you to be willing to roll up your sleeves and do some homework. Your officers and flotilla shipmates should find mentors to assist you with your tasks. Be proactive and work with them and familiarize yourself with the Auxiliary Manual. Being a member of the United States Coast Guard team carries the responsibility of completing required training and obtaining a favorable personal security investigation (PSI). This applies to every Auxiliary member from the newest to the National Commodore. It is easy to take on too much at first; focus on being proficient in one program at a time. When your favorable security determination comes through you will no longer be required to team up with a fellow member who is already IQ, BQ or AX. You will be able to represent the Coast Guard and Auxiliary on your own at boat ramps, public affairs events and so much more. You will also be able to help mentor others in the wide variety of Auxiliary activities.Further details and information are available in the on-line Auxiliary Manual at: http://www.uscg.mil/auxiliary/publications/auxman.pdf , and in the Frequently-Asked-Questions (FAQ) at: http://hdept.cgaux.org/pdf/AP-FAQ.PDF

New member Links

PASSPORT To Success WORKSHEET FORM

Auxiliary New Member Course

New Member Reference Guide

WEB-7029H CATEGORY EXPLANATION

Member Activity 7029 Webform

New Auxiliarists Mandated Training

Basic Qualification (BQ) Course 'new for 2015'

Know your Acronyms

FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Testing Center

Frequently Asked Questions: Auxiliarists in Approval Pending (AP) Status

Auxiliary Manual