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75150 · USAF · Enlisted

Education Services
Specialist.

Air Force 75150 (Education Services Specialist). 240 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $58K–$72K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours240DoD pipeline
ACE creditACE3 semester hours in Principles of Advising
Tech roles3mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage2/6direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 3

Industry tech roles your 75150 background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.

Sort · Match descending
/ 02 · Skill Bridge

The gap, named.

What 75150 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have06
  • 01
    Air Force Education Programs OverviewUnderstanding of program structures and requirements
  • 02
    Automated Education Management Systems (e.g., MilPDS)Experience with data management systems
  • 03
    Records Management and DocumentationData quality and compliance
  • 04
    Procedural ComplianceUnderstanding of structured processes
  • 05
    Resource OptimizationEfficient allocation of resources
  • 06
    After-Action AnalysisRoot cause analysis and process improvement
To learn07

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

+SQL for data querying and manipulation+Data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI+Statistical analysis techniques+Requirements gathering and documentation+System design principles+Project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)+Technical documentation and communication
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/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5
P.01

Academic Advisor

$62K
High match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
  • Familiarity with specific academic institutions
  • Knowledge of specific degree requirements
P.02

Human Resources Specialist

$65K
Good match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
  • HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)
  • Knowledge of employment law
  • Recruiting software proficiency
P.03

Training and Development Specialist

$68K
Good match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
  • Instructional design principles
  • E-learning platform experience
  • Needs assessment methodologies
P.04

Career Counselor

$58K
High match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
  • Master's degree in Counseling or related field
  • Career assessment tools certification
  • Knowledge of labor market trends
P.05

Corporate Trainer

$72K
Moderate match
High demand
Skills to develop
  • Specialized knowledge in subject matter (e.g., software, sales)
  • Presentation skills
  • Curriculum Development
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 75150 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Procedural Compliance

Adhering strictly to Air Force regulations and educational program guidelines when advising airmen and managing enrollment processes.

Transfers to

Following established protocols and legal requirements, ensuring accuracy and consistency in process execution.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

Quickly assessing the urgency and importance of airmen's educational needs, managing multiple requests, and meeting deadlines for enrollments and program implementations.

Transfers to

Efficiently triaging tasks based on their impact and urgency, handling multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

S.03

Resource Optimization

Effectively allocating educational resources, such as training slots and funding, to maximize airmen's access to opportunities within budgetary constraints.

Transfers to

Strategically managing resources to achieve maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

S.04

After-Action Analysis

Evaluating the effectiveness of educational programs and advising methods, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes to enhance program outcomes.

Transfers to

Analyzing past performance to identify best practices and areas for improvement, driving continuous improvement initiatives.

/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches

Roles the recruiter won't suggest.

Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.

Compliance Officer

SOC 13-1041.00

You've been ensuring adherence to educational guidelines within the Air Force; this translates directly into a Compliance Officer role where you'll uphold regulations in various industries. Your experience managing records and implementing procedures makes you a perfect fit.

Adjacent · Match

Training and Development Specialist

SOC 13-1151.00

You've been advising airmen on educational opportunities and managing their enrollments. As a Training and Development Specialist, you can leverage these advising and organizational skills to design and implement training programs in a civilian setting, fostering employee growth and development.

Adjacent · Match

Program Analyst

SOC 13-1111.00

You've been evaluating educational programs and improving their outcomes. As a Program Analyst, you can apply your analytical and problem-solving skills to improve various programs, using data to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Adjacent · Match
/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED
Academy

Education Services Apprentice Course

Sheppard Air Force Base, TX
240hHours
6wkWeeks
ACECredit

3 semester hours in Principles of Advising

Topics · 8
  • Air Force Education Programs Overview
  • Extension Course Institute (ECI) Enrollment Procedures
  • Career Development Course (CDC) Management
  • Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Degree Requirements
  • Educational Counseling Techniques
  • Records Management and Documentation
  • Automated Education Management Systems (e.g., MilPDS)
  • Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) Policies and Procedures
Partial coverage · 2
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)40%

    Requires study of HR functions outside education, such as compensation, benefits, employee relations, and legal compliance.

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)30%

    Needs further study of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques as defined by PMI, plus formal project management experience.

Recommended next · 04
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education or a related fieldAdjacent
  • Certified Academic AdvisorAdjacent
  • Training and Development Certifications (e.g., Certified Professional in Training Management - CPTM)Adjacent
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)Adjacent
/ 07 · Systems Translation

What you ran, in their words.

Military systems you operated and their civilian equivalents for your resume.

Military SystemCivilian EquivalentDomain
Air Force Training Record (AFTR)Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Canvas or BlackboardData
MilPDS (Military Personnel Data System)Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) like Workday or SAP SuccessFactorsOperations
ETCA (Education and Training Course Announcements)Course catalogs and registration platforms for continuing educationOperations
CCAF Student Academic RecordsStudent Information Systems (SIS) like Banner or PeopleSoftData
Extension Course Institute (ECI) Management SystemOnline course management platforms (Coursera, edX)Operations
Automated Education Management System (AEMS)Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems tailored for educational institutionsOperations
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