Leadership Pathways

Anger Management
Registration Required
Contact Mental Health at 505.846.3305 to register
An 8-hour class that explains the physiology as well as the psychology of anger, the connection between thought, feeling and behavior, and helps participants learn to recognize their own anger triggers and develop strategies to manage these more effectively. Participants also learn how to use effective stress management and relaxation techniques. Offered quarterly and open to all.

Effective Communication
Intro to True Colors
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741
Discover your True Colors (personality type) to better understand yourself and improve your relationships at home, school, or work! Great tool for couples to better their relationship.

MBTI for Individuals or Work Teams
Contact Teresa Reinhard at 505.846.6427
Complete an on-line MBTI assessment and attend a 1 – 3 hour class. Understand your personality temperament to learn about your strengths and weaknesses. Another option is a work group may complete the assessment to learn how to work more effectively with their team members.

Base Tour
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.853.1703
Held every three weeks, in conjunction with the KAFB Newcomers Orientation and Information Fair, from 7:15 AM-1:30 PM in the Mountain View Club. Reservations required. Newly arriving members are invited on this exclusive guided tour of Kirtland AFB to become familiar with on-base resources.

Military Spouse 101
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741
Military Spouse 101 is a fun way to learn about Air Force customs/traditions, benefits, entitlements, and support agencies and services on base. Open to spouses and partners of military members.

Disability Etiquette (Module 1) and Reasonable Accommodations (Module 2)
Contact Ms. Sundra Thomas at 505.853.1774
The training provided by the Computer Electronic Accommodation Program (CAP) provides information for employees and supervisors when working with employees and customers who have disabilities. Both modules take about 1 hour to complete.
Open to Active Duty and DoD civilian employees only. Taught via Online Training Modules (self-paced). For in-person class option, must have 4 or more students registered to schedule a class.

Car Buying
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741 for sign-up.
Ready to buy a car? This class will prepare you to navigate the car buying system through a comprehensive workshop addressing all components of buying a car.

Financial Peace University
Contact Chaplain Brett Barner at brett.barner@us.af.mil to register for this virtual course.
Almost 6 million people have discovered the right way to manage money. With Financial Peace University, you’ll learn the timeless principles of paying off debt, saving for emergencies and investing in your future with our local instructors.

Plan Your Move
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741 for sign-up
Plan to attend if you will PCS to a new assignment location. Reservations required. Representatives from Finance, TMO, Legal, housing, and the Airman & Family Readiness Flight provide information and answer questions about your government move.

TSP 201
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741 for sign-up.
This class will take a deep-dive into the in and outs of the Thrift Savings Plan. Attendees will have a in-depth presentation, round table discussion, and Q & A session reviewing the Thrift Savings Plan.

Bundles for Babies
Contact A&FRF at 505.846.0741 Earn 20 points!
Are you ready for your baby to arrive? Bundles for Babies provides information to help parents prepare and adjust to a new baby. Each family will receive a $50 gift card to purchase baby starter supplies! Open to military members or those who have a military spouse or military partner.

Parenting with Love and Logic
Contact Teresa Reinhard at 505.846.6427
A fun and very useful parenting program that works with any age child. Love and Logic uses videos and other tools to help parents learn to put an end to arguing, back talk and begging. Parents also learn how to raise responsible kids, set limits, avoid power struggles, and help their kids learn how to solve their own problems. Open to everyone.

Personal Development Diversity, Equity, and Success
Contact Cindy Dominguez-Trujillo at cynthia.dominguez-trujillo@us.af.mil
Diversity Theatre is held on the third Wednesday of each month between 11:00 AM–1:00 PM at Gravity. Drop in for 20–25 minutes to view selected TED Talks on a variety of topics to expand your knowledge about our common humanity. Learn more about our wonderful, diverse world. Light snacks and beverages served.

Tobacco Cessation Class
Contact Mr. Guy Leahy at 505.846.1186
Our program covers the dangers of tobacco use and how the participant will gain a healthy life from quitting tobacco products, stress management skills, ways to exercise and start healthy living habits, nutrition, oral health, and how to overcome relapse and continue to live tobacco free. Open to Tricare beneficiaries only. Offered as a one-on-one consultation.

Fitness Improvement classes (Must be voluntary and not because of Failed Test)
Contact the Fitness Center Front desk for registration at 505.846.1102
Fitness improvement program is a list of classes designed to help members of Team Kirtland improve their physical fitness through a series of cardio and strength training exercises. Visit the Kirtland Fitness page at kirtlandforcesupport.com/fitness-centers/ to access the list of different exercises and schedule.

Intramural Programs
Contact the Kristin Haidle or Justin Brown at 505.846.1074 for information or visit the Kirtland Fitness page at kirtlandforcesupport.com/fitness-centers/ to access the list of different sporting events.

Extramural Programs
Contact the Kristin Haidle or Justin Brown at 505.846.1074 for information or visit the Kirtland Fitness page at kirtlandforcesupport.com/fitness-centers/ to access the list of different sporting events.

Kirtland Talks/Storytellers
Contact Ms. Teresa Reinhard at 505.846.6427
Local leaders from the base or community present 15-18 minute talks at each session. The focus is on resiliency, from a personal perspective. Contact Ms. Teresa Reinhard if you would like to speak. Format is based loosely on the TED Talks concept.

Resiliency/Leadership Speakers
Contact Ms. Teresa Reinhard at 505.846.6427
Nationally known professional speakers are invited to speak at the base. Contact Ms. Teresa Reinhard if you know about a speaker who has a valuable message to share with our Airmen and their families. Past speakers have included Col (ret.) Lee Ellis, Kevin Hines, Dan Clark, Joe Dillon, Kyle Maynard, and Scott, Frank, & Jolene Lilley,

Resilience Training Assistants (RTA)
Contact Ms. Teresa Reinhard at 505.846.6427
Completion of RTA course which is offered in a virtual format.

Open to all who have base access. Call Ms. Sundra Thomas at 505.846.1774 to inquire about dates, times, and venues for the following special observances.

African American/Black History Month
Annual Observance, A Century of Black Life, History, and Culture. Authorization: Public Law 99-244. Events held 1-29 Feb.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Course/Event Description: Annual Observance, Asian Pacific American Events. Authorization: Title 36, U.S. Code, Section 102. Events held 1-31 May

Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanics: Annual Observance, A legacy of history, a present of action and a future of success. Authorization: Title 36, U.S. Code, Section 126. Events held 15 Sept -15 Oct.

Holocaust Remembrance Day, Days of Remembrance
Annual Observance, Sponsored by United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Public Law 69-388 and Presidential Proclamation. Events held in April.

LGBTQ Pride Month
Annual Observance Events held 1-30 June.

Martin Luther King’s Birthday
Remember! Celebrate! A Day On, Not a Day Off! Authorization: Public Law 98-144. Annual Observance Events held on/about 3rd Monday of January

National American Indian Heritage Month
Annual Observance Events, Native Pride and Spirit Yesterday, Today and Forever. Authorization: Public Law 102-188, Executive Order 13270 and Presidential Proclamation. Ceremonies will be held on 1-30th November.

National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Annual Observance Events, Expect. Employ. Empower. U.S. Department of Labor. Authorization: Title 36, U.S. Code, Section 121. Ceremonies will be held on 1-31st October.

Women’s Equality Day
Celebrating Women’s Right to Vote. Women’s History Project. Authorization: Joint Resolution of Congress, 1971 and Presidential Proclamation. Recognition is on or around 26 August.

Women’s History Month
Annual Observance Events, Weaving the Stories of Women’s Lives. Authorization: Public Law 100-9. Events held 1-31 March.

Audio/Visual/Tech Support for Services
Contact Chaplain Staff at 505.853.5000
Be a part of our worship services at Kirtland by helping with our audio/visual and tech support for Sunday services.

Gravity Council: Airman Ministry Center
Contact Chaplain Staff at 505.853.5000
Great leadership opportunity; limited to E1 – E4

Musicians for Workshop Services
Contact Chaplain Staff at 505.853.5000
Do you play an instrument? Do you enjoy singing for worship services? We need musicians and singers who want to join either our Catholic or Protestant communities on Sundays!

Protestant Adult Sunday School
Contact Chaplain Staff at 505.853.5000
Join us for fellowship and religious education. Available on Sunday mornings.

Protestant Women of the Chapel
Contact Chaplain Staff at 505.853.5000
Join us for fun and fellowship on Monday evenings and Wednesday mornings.

Outdoor Recreation (ODR)
ODR offers tours and trips to include horseback trips, Balloon Fiesta trips, adventure weekends, rafting, skiing, snowboarding, climbing trips and classes, white water rafting, bike rides, and many more. Outdoor Recreation charges a fee to participate on their trips, adventures, events and classes. Call 505- 846-1499 to inquire or visit kirtlandforcesupport.com and go to the ODR page.

Veteran Benefits
Own Your VA Benefits Workshop
Contact VA Benefits Advisors at 505.846.0741
A 1-hour session that explains and demonstrates the capabilities of the eBenefits website and Vets.gov self-service portals. Participants also have the opportunity to learn, manage and apply for the veteran benefits they have earned for their military service. Participants are encouraged to establish their personal eBenefits account. Offered once a month and open to Veterans, Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve Service Members, and their Family Members.

Big Brothers & Big Sisters
Contact Cindy Dominguez-Trujillo at cynthia.dominguez-trujillo@us.af.mil
Mentor/Tutor at Wherry Elementary School for one hour per week during the school year.

Airman, NCO, & SNCO Professional Development Courses
Contact the Development Advisor at 505.846.2640
The APEC is a week-long Airman Tier professional enhancement course intended to enhance an Airman’s ability to lead and follow in their duty sections to better prepare them to become successful supervisors. NCO and SNCO PEC build skills to develop leaders.

Airmanship 300 Facilitator Training/ Instruction
Contact Career Assistance Advisor at 505.846.2640
The Airmanship 300 Facilitator training is a professional enhancement seminar (1 day course) intended to give the NCOs the tools to facilitate those blocks during FTAC classes. Open to SSgts, selects, and TSgts

Bullet Writing
Contact the Development Advisor at 505.846.2640

Career and Credential Exploration (C2E)
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741
The Department of Labor Career and Credential Exploration (C2E) offers a unique opportunity for participants to complete a personalized career development assessment of occupational interest and ability. This industry standard assessment presents participants with a variety of tailored job recommendations (some of which are classified as high-demand or high-growth occupations) that align with their interests and aptitudes. Participants are also guided through a variety of career considerations, including labor market projections, education, apprenticeships, certifications, and licensure requirements.

Education Track
Contact Education Center Staff at 505.846.9933
Service members pursuing a college education will receive guidance to prepare for the college application process. Addresses identifying educational goals, education funding, researching and comparing schools.

Employment Track
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741
Service Members wishing to enter the workforce post-transition will learn various job search techniques, labor market information, resume and interview skills and much more.

Entrepreneurship Track
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741
Service members and family members interested in business ownership or other self-employment opportunities are lead through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and provided foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan. Participants are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business concepts and the resources available to access start-up capital, technical assistance, contracting opportunities, and more. Spouses are welcome and encouraged to attend.

First Sergeant Symposium
Contact member’s First Sergeant for enrollment into course.
A 5-day course that provides the fundamentals of performing first sergeant duties within an organization. Lessons include basic first sergeant responsibilities, introduction to Manual for Courts Martial, non-judicial punishment procedures, counseling/mediation, death & command responsibility, housing issues, authorized/unauthorized absences, promotions, demotions, separations, etc.

Manage Your (MY) Education
Academic and Professional Pursuit after Active Duty
Contact Education Center Staff at 505.846.9933
The Managing Your (MY) Education curriculum assists service members in identifying the higher education requirements that support their personal career goals. This two-day workshop is divided into the following topic areas: learning the basics, choosing a field of study, selecting an institution, gaining admission, and funding higher education. This workshop is beneficial for both service members attending college for the first time and those applying to graduate school programs. Through the workshop, participant conduct research as each topic is presented and complete a comparison of at least two institutions of higher education.

Mental Health First Aid Course<
Contact Teresa Reinhard at 505.846.6427
An 8-hour course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders in your community. Only a licensed professional may diagnose mental illnesses or substance abuse. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it does build mental health literacy, helping the public identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness. Studies have shown that the program reduces the social distance created by negative attitudes and perceptions of individuals with mental illnesses. A list of all Mental Health First Aid studies and academic reviews from around the world is available https://mhfa.com.au/research/mhfa-course-evaluations. Participants are encouraged to bring note taking materials. Offered 1–2 times a year and open to anyone with base access.

Non-Commissioned Officer & Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Course
Contact Development Advisor at 505.846.2640
The NCO and SNCO PEC are week-long professional enhancement courses intended to assist newly selected TSgts or MSgts in their transition into the NCO or SNCO tier by providing an in-depth view of their increased supervisory, leadership, and managerial responsibilities.

Resume Writing Workshop
Contact M&FRC at 505.846.0741
Learn how to begin the process of writing an effective resume which will open the door to your next career opportunity.

Retraining 101
Contact the Development Advisor at 505.846.2640
Provide information regarding retraining into another AF career.

Skillbridge
Contact Education Center Staff at 505.846.9933
Are you interested in learning about or applying for Skillbridge? Attend our monthly briefs to assist in learning more about the process for both those who are leaders in the process for approval and those who want to participate in the Skillbridge program. The SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. Please attend the briefing to gain points towards Leadership Pathways.

Team Kirtland Disability Employment & Volunteer Awareness Exhibition
Contact Ms. Sundra Thomas at 505.853.1774
Course/Event Description: Information on resources for disabled employees, families, and employers.

Ten Steps to a Federal Job
Contact M&FRC Staff at 505.846.0741
Interested in Federal Employment? Frustrated by non-referrals on USAJobs.gov? Learn how to successfully navigate USAJobs.gov and how to match your resume to the job announcement. Ten Steps to a Federal Job provides information and guidance on locating and applying for federal job vacancies. Ten Steps is offered by a certified Federal Career Coach. Open to all personnel with base access.

The Stars are Lined up for Military Spouses
Contact A&FRF Staff at 505.846.1704
Federal Resume writing class, specifically geared towards spouses.

Tuition Assistance Brief
Contact Education Center Staff at 505.846.9933
An academic pursuit is a journey, not a race. Let the Education Office help you begin your journey. Attend a TA brief. They are held weekly to go over your Personal and Professional pursuits. The briefing will cover your initial, follow-up or PCS counseling brief, which is a requirement to activate your account. TA Briefs are available every Thursday at the Ed Office, Room 210, at 2 pm (subject to change).