Education and TraIning
Telephone: (850) 884-6724
email: 1SOFSS.FSDE@hurlburt.af.mil
Hours of Operation
Due to the DoD hiring freeze, the Education office is experiencing minimum staffing. Currently our office is manned Mon., Tues., and Thurs.: 8-12:30 pm; Weds 0830 - 12:30 pm. To make an appointment outside these hours please email 1SOFSS.FSDE@hurlburt.af.mil. Please include a phone number, your name and preferred days/times. We will contact you within 1 business day to schedule an appointment. If you like, include any details regarding your needs so we can make the best of the time.
The Hurlburt Field Education & Training program supports long-range Air Force goals for maintaining a high-quality force, and enhancing professional and personal development, recruitment, retention, and readiness. The program provides excellent, cost effective educational opportunities - from basic skills through graduate level degrees through its tuition assistance, testing, and counseling services. Additionally, services for counseling with the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), Commissioning, Tuition Assistance, VA Benefits, and General education needs are available. Testing for CLEP, DANTES, and Professional Military Education are also provided. Military members and their families are welcome to visit the on-base college and university representatives located in the Education Center Monday through Friday to explore a variety of educational programs.
Post-9/11 G.I. Bill Education Services more details • Briefing Dates
Post 9/11 briefings held at the Education Center/884-6724, 221 Lukasik Ave., 2nd Thursday of every month 9–10 am. For additional information visit www.gibill.va.gov. (884-6724)
New walk-in services available for CLEPS & DANTES more details
Walk-in services for CLEP & DANTES will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 AM and 11:30 AM. Testing is located in Building 90220, in Classroom B. The DSST Principals of Public Speaking objective portion of the test is also available at 8 AM and 11:30 AM. Examinees taking the Speech exam will be administered the speech delivery portion of the test at 2:30 PM. For more information, contact Education Services at 884-6724. *Note - Services offered for Active Duty and reservists only. Call 884-6724 for inquiries. View Flyer
Basic Officer Training (BOT) Commissioning Program more details
Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) more details
TSgts w/o Line Number for MSgt Can Enroll in SNCOA Course 14 (Correspondence) more details
Physician Assistance Program Training Program (IPAP) Application Information more details
The Air Force Physician Assistance Program is only for Active Duty Enlisted Air Force members. Those individuals who are interested may visit the following links for eligibility requirements and application procedures. Please contact the Base Education Office for any questions at 884-4705.
On-base
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (850) 581-2106
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Joins Yellow Ribbon Program to Assist Veterans
ERAU offers Associate and Bachelor degrees in Professional Aeronautics and Technical Management as well as the Master of Aeronautical Science degree. ERAU is a proud participant in the Post-9/11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program. To view schedules please view our link at: www.erau.edu/fortwaltonbeach. For more information, call 581-2106.
Northwest Florida State College (850) 884-6296 or (850) 200-4190
- - NWF Spring 2013 Registration
Northwest Florida State College offers 35 – 45 classes each semester at Hurlburt Field. Three semesters per year and fast track evening and weekend formats are available! Students can take two classes the first half of the semester and 2 more during the second half of the semester which enables active duty members to complete their degrees in a timely manner. Military students can transfer 42 credits from CCAF – applicable toward an A.A.S Industrial Management Technology degree. We will transfer in credits earned at other regionally accredited institutions. We accept VA, TA and military spouse scholarship and financial aid. Overall, we offer the first two years of most majors to include, Engineering, Pre-Med, Education and many more. Stop by for assistance or visit our website today http://www.nwfsc.edu/. Hurlburt Field Office Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm our phone number is (850) 200-4190.
Troy University (850) 301-2195
- - Tuition and Fees
- - NEW! Online Graduate Degree Program
- - NEW! Bachelor of Science in Psychology Program
DISCOUNT SCHOLARSHIPS APPROVED FOR MILITARY MEMBERS
Troy University has proudly been offering college courses on Hurlburt Field since the early 1970's. We offer several different learning formats to meet your busy schedules such as; evening classes that meet only one night per week, weekend courses that meet just 2 to 3 weekends of the term, and an extensive offering of online courses. Our terms are 9 weeks long, 5 times per year. We will transfer in credits from your military training as well as credits earned at other regionally accredited institutions. All students pay IN STATE tuition. We accept VA, TA and financial aid. Below is a brief summary of the degree programs offered through our local office and online. For specific information on any of our degrees, please feel free to call our office (850) 301-2195/884-6616 or email hurlburt@troy.edu. Click here for more information: http://trojan.troy.edu/etroy/programs.
University of Arkansas (850)884-3844
- - Master of Science in Operations Management
The University of Arkansas at Hurlburt Field is now accepting applicants for the Master of Science in Operations Management. Complete this career-transforming degree in as little as 12 months through online classes, or through night classes at Hurlburt Field's Education Center. Students may choose to focus their studies in management of: Business, Industrial, Human Resources or Safety & Healthcare. Applicants may start in any of five terms per year.
The degree positions graduates for management in government, business and industry. Students may enter the program from any undergraduate major, and no thesis is required. The program is open to anyone in the Northwest Florida region: students may complete the program 100% online, or those with base access can attend live classes on Hurlburt Field. Tuition is one of the lowest in the region, and VA benefits as well as corporate/military tuition assistance may be applicable. To find out more, call Sheila Vaughen at 884-3844, e-mail msomhff@uark.edu or visit www.msom.uark.edu.
University of Oklahoma (850)581-3000
- - Courses Offered
- - OU North America – Hurlburt Field, FL
University of West Florida (850)884-2723
- - Division of Continuing Education
- - Undergraduate Degrees Offered at the University of West Florida
- - Graduate Degrees Offered at the University of West Florida
Get a start on your degree program with The University of West Florida, Emerald Coast. For more information or questions, please call Allan Gold at the UWF Hurlburt Field Office located in Building 90220 at 884-2723 or email: agold@uwf.edu.
Off-base/Local Community
Pensacola State College (850)484-1000
No on-base office hours
University of Florida Research and Engineering Education Facility (UFREEF) (850)833-9350
No on-base office hours
