TAP Services At MacDill AFB

The Military and Family Readiness Center at MacDill AFB has a longstanding tradition of delivering one of the best Transition Assistance Programs (TAP) in the Department of Defense. Our TAP services and classes can be used by any branch of the military and will satisfy all congressional mandates. We created this website to assist you in navigating all the information and resources. Consider this a one-stop shop for all aspects of TAP. Please bookmark this site and use it throughout your transition.

Starting TAP

  • Timeline
  • Unique Situations
  • Directions

3-Day Curriculum

  • Day 1 – DoD Day
  • Day 2 – VA Day
  • Day 3 – DOL Employment

2- Day Tracks

  • Employment Track
  • Education Track
  • Career & Credential
  • Exploration Track
  • Entrepreneur Track

Capstone

  • What Is Capstone
  • When To Complete
  • Career Readiness

Additional Info And Flyers

TAP Flyer

Are you within 1-2 years of possible separation or retirement? If so, you need to start TAP NOW! NDAA policy requires all service members begin TAP NLT 365 days prior to anticipated separation or retirement date.

TAP Flyer

Teams - Employment Workshops For Spouses

We invite you to attend one, some, or all, of our military spouse and caregiver employment workshops. All workshops are live and instructor-led, and are offered virtually or in-person at host installations. Workshops are stand-alone training modules, and can be taken in any order.

Teams (Transition Employment Assistance For Military Spouses) Flyer

DoD Skillbridge

The DoD Skillbridge program is an opportunity for Service Members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, internships or apprenticeships during the last 180 days of service.

The Air Force SkillBridge program offers opportunities to participate in training and development with industry and employers who are seeking the high-quality skills that you bring to the table. Virtual briefings for Air Force members are provided as follows:

  1. Log in to AFVEC: https://afvec.us.af.mil
  2. Under “Ed Center News”, access news article: “Starting SkillBridge at MacDill” and follow the instructions.

*Note: Due to building renovations, in person briefings are discontinued until further notice.

For more information email 6fss.fsde.education@us.af.mil

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Linkedin - Empower Your Job Search

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2025 Linkedin Flyer

Military (Jargon) To Civilian Translation

Veterans and transitioning military job seekers use the Military (Jargon) to Civilian Translation (PDF) to help translate your military experience into civilian terms.