Hours of Operation
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
3rd Wed of the month: Closed for training
Sat – Sun: Closed
Family Days & Holidays: Closed
Hours
Air Force Education Center
The Education Center at Laughlin Air Force Base is dedicated to helping our military community and their families achieve their personal and professional development goals. Our center offers a variety of educational, training, and testing programs to assist individuals in their pursuit of knowledge and skill-building. Whether you need information about colleges and universities, tuition assistance, or military testing services, our knowledgeable staff is available to provide guidance and support. We strive to create an environment that fosters lifelong learning and skill-building, empowering individuals to pursue their career aspirations and personal goals. Come visit the Education Center at Laughlin Air Force Base and take the first step towards achieving your educational and professional aspirations.
Programs
Programs at the Educations Training Center include:
Useful Contacts
Self Help Educational Resources
Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC)
Link requires CAC Access
https://afvec.us.af.mil/afvec/public/welcome
TA Decide (Search School/Program accepts TA)
College Navigator
Post 9/11 GI Bill Transfer to Family Member
Link requires CAC Access
https://milconnect.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect
Apply for VA GI Bill (Veteran/Service Member/Family)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
DoD Career Path DECIDE
https://careerpathdecide.usalearning.gov/
KUDER Journey
College Text Books
DoD SkillBridge:
Degree Programs
Community College of the Air Force
Two-year degree programs are available through the Community College of the Air Force.
Park University
Baccalaureate degree programs are offered through Park University.
Campus Director: Janice Teeter
Email: Janice.teeter@park.edu
Phone: 816.294.8924
CLEP and DSST
DANTES Funds
One Attempt per Exam Title
Military Personnel (Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard)
Civilian Employees
Using Civilian Tuition Assistance
All Others
CLEP: $90 exam fee (paid on-line during registration) plus $20 administration fee (payable by check or money order at the time of testing) Total $110
DSST: $100 exam fee plus $20 administration fee (payable by check or money order at the time of testing) Total $120
Prepare for exams. Retakes will not be funded.
Preparing, Registering, & Scheduling Exams
Prepare to take a CLEP or DSST
Email: Janice.teeter@park.edu
Please enter “DSST” or “CLEP” in the subject line and also include your name, email, phone number, the date and time you wish to test, and the exam name.
To REGISTER to take a CLEP Exam
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To SCHEDULE a CLEP or DSST Exam
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Military Testing
All testing sessions provided by Laughlin Testing Office are “official military testing.”
AFCT (ARMED FORCES CLASSIFICATION TEST – ASVAB equivalent for active-duty)
Day(s)/Time: TBA
Location: Laughlin Ed Ctr
E-Mail: education2@us.af.mil
Duration of Testing Session: 4 hours
Results: Provided after the session on the same day.
Notes: Multi-part test used by the active duty military to identify an individual’s aptitudes and areas of greatest career potential. It is a test of ability and an indication of academic readiness to pursue a particular career choice.
AFOQT (AF OFFICER QUALIFYING TEST)
Day(s)/Time: Please e-mail education2@us.af.mil for updated testing sessions
Location: Laughlin Ed Ctr
E-Mail: education2@us.af.mil
Duration of Testing Session: Approximately 5 hours
Results: Members can get scores in approximately 6 wks on the website (usually 10-15 days): http://www.afmilpers.us.af.mil/AFOQTSNet40/DODBanner.aspx
Notes: Standardized test that measures verbal and mathematical aptitude (similar to the SAT and ACT) as well as additional aptitudes relevant to specific career fields. Must have letter signed by commander for entrance or registration.
CDC (CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSE)
Day(s)/Time: Coordinated with UTM & TCO.
Location: Laughlin Ed Ctr
E-Mail: education2@us.af.mil
Duration of Testing Session: CDC‐3 hours
Results: Members can obtain results via myLearningwebsite (https://lms-jets.cce.af.mil/moodle/) upon test completion on the same day.
Notes: CDC (Career Development Course) end of course test for those who need 5‐7 level upgrades. Bring test letter from UTM or supervisor to test.
DLPT (DEFENSE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST)
Day(s)/Time: TBA
Location: Laughlin Ed Ctr
E-Mail: education2@us.af.mil=
Duration of Testing Session: 3 hours for listening & 3 hours for reading
Results: Scores are available after both sessions are completed.
Notes: Designed to assess the general language proficiency in reading and listening. Must be registered in an official military language program (i.e. LEAP).
DLAB (DEFENSE LANGUAGE APTITUDE BATTERY)
Day(s)/Time: TBA
Location: Laughlin Ed Ctr
E-Mail: education2@us.af.mil
Duration of Testing Session: 90 minutes
Results: Scores provided immediately after the session.
Notes: Given to individuals to judge their ability on learning a foreign language.
EDPT (ELECTRONIC DATA PROCESSING TEST)
Day(s)/Time: TBA
Location: Laughlin Ed Ctr
E-Mail: education2@us.af.mil
Duration of Testing Session: 90 minutes
Results: Hard copy report provided upon test completion.
Notes: Used to evaluate one’s basic ability to learn a military job which involves computer programming or working with electronic data processing equipment.
OPI (ORAL PROFICIENCY INTERVIEW)
Day(s)/Time: By appt (Must be requested at least 6 weeks prior to FLPB expiration)
Location: Laughlin Ed Ctr
E-Mail: education2@us.af.mil
Duration of Testing Session: Approximately 1 hour
Results: No results provided by Ed Ctr. DMDC adds achievements to member’s records once evaluated.
Notes: Conducted for Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus (FLPB) qualification or to satisfy a mandatory requirement.
WAPS (WEIGHTED AIRMEN PROMOTION SYSTEM)
Day(s)/Time: Scheduled through WAPS Montitor prior to test cycle
Location: Laughlin Ed Ctr
E-Mail: education2@us.af.mil
Duration of Testing Session: SKT and PFE – 2 hours each (Approximately 4 hour and 30 minutes total).
Notes: Must be in uniform. No late admissions allowed.
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