ONCE YOU HAVE YOUR MEMBER NUMBER - A Check List

1. As soon as you get your member number you should obtain a "member zone" password.  Log onto AUXOFFICER - which can also be done using the navigation link above under "AUX MEMBERS".  Click on the "Obtain New Password" button and follow the instructions.  You must use the Email address you provided when you signed up for the Auxiliary.  Your member number and the password you set here will be used for most of the data systems in the Auxiliary -- pick an easy to remember (for you) password.  Your member number and password give you access to the member's only area of all of our web sites (including this one).  Click here to download a handy user's guide for AUXOFFICER.                                                                                                             
2. Learn how to complete the on-line 7029 report so you can submit your hours to your FSO-IS (Flotilla Information Services Officer).  This is also on the drop down tab above or use this link to go directly.  You should report all hours you spend including travel and preparation (putting on a uniform).  Time spent training is reported as 99D (member training time) while time at meetings is 99E (other) unless you are an officer in which case use 99A (leadership). The form should be submitted monthly no matter how many or how few hours are on it.  Also include mileage and un-reimbursed expenses.  Talk to your mentor or FC if you have questions.  Click here to download a handy user's guide for the 7029 web form.                                                                                                                                                                                 
3. Take (and pass) a boating safety course or challenge the exam.  Note that if you had taken a boating safety course and that information was submitted with your application you can skip this step.  After you take the course give your Flotilla Commander a copy of the course completion certificate - the FC will submit it to DIRAUX so your member status will become BQ (Basically Qualified).                                                                                                                                                          
4. Regularly check the Calendar and Events and Activities pages of this web site (on the left hand navigation panel)  for activities that you might be interested in. You can find out which Flotilla is teaching a boating safety course, when then next Public Affairs event is being held, or when there is a marina day vessel safety check event.  If so inclined there is also a Google Calendar showing Division wide activities.                                                                                                                                 
5. Core Training  - There are 6 classes mandated by the Department of Homeland Security for all Coast Guard members including Auxiliarists - new members must complete all of these classes withing the first year of membership. 5 of the classes are repeated every 5 years, Influenza prevention training is a one time class.   The classes are available on line or can be classroom taught by instructor (IT) qualified personnel.  Information about HOW to take the on line classes (and information for instructors interested in teaching one or more of the classes) is available on the National Member Training web site. (Note - this is password protected, use your Member ID and password you set up in step one, above).  If you do not take the courses through the National Test Center and do so by viewing the videos or downloading and reviewing the Adobe files you need to "self certify" that you have done so.  This link has instructions and a link to the self certification form , send the completed form to your FSO-IS. 
   
   SPECIAL NOTE ABOUT CORE TRAINING -   The Auxiliary has changed to a more integrated new member process.  (mandated classes, a basic boating class and the Basic Qualification course.)  This information is current as of 14 Feb 18.                                                                                                                                                                                             
6. Download a personal copy of the Auxiliary Manual - don't print it but use the search function in Adobe to locate sections of interest.  You'll need to refer to the Auxiliary manual to be able to handle the Basic Qualification course.    The manual is currently at this location. 
   
   
7. Take and pass the Basic Qualification Course by logging onto this link which gives you complete instructions on how to take the course (through the Auxiliary Learning System) and how to take the end of module exams (through the Auxiliary National Testing Center).  The goals of the seven Module units of the Basic Qualification Course are to provide you with a basic level of knowledge upon which you can build your volunteer “career” in the Auxiliary and effectively work with active duty members of the Coast Guard.  Upon completion of all seven modules, you will have a strong basis of knowledge about the key aspects of working with the Coast Guard as an Auxiliarist. Auxiliary Members who are familiar with the customs, traditions and history of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, understand our Missions and Programs, the organizational structure, the policies and regulations that guide us, and understand the protocols and proper uniform wear will be far better prepared to serve the Coast Guard than less knowledgeable Members.  Note - Effective 1 FEB 2018 the Basic Qualification Course has been made a requirement for advancement to BQ status for all members who join after 2 FEB 2018. 
                                                               
8. Now is the time to look up your own name in AUXDIRECTORY -   Review your skills bank data and update if necessary (your FSO-IS will be notified automatically).  Also check your own personal information and update if necessary.  Remind yourself to do this check every 6 months or so.  Check to see that your completion of Core Training shows (the Qualification Line shows MANTR) and verify that completion of all 7 modules of the Basic Qualification Course show up in your record. Direct any questions to your FSO-IS or FSO-MT.                                                                                                                                                                
9. Set a time to sit down with your mentor and complete a member involvement plan -- basically where do you want to go from here and how do you get there.  You might be directed to work with a staff officer of senior member in your area of interest or perhaps a class or two is needed and you'll be pointed in that direction.  Schedule this meeting after you have completed the Basic Qualification Course - you'll get some ideas working through it. A link to the Member Involvement plan can be obtained by sending an Email to the SO-CS of Division 24 (use AUXDIRECTORY).

• Vessel Examiner
• Public Education Instructor
• Recreation Boating Safety Program Visitor
• Aids to Navigation Verifier
• On the Water Operations
• Auxiliary Air Operations
• Telecommunications Operator (TCO)
• Station Watch Stander
• Auxiliary Food Service Worker
• US Coast Guard Direct Support at a Station or even the Sector or District

• Take and pass the Incident Command System 100 and Incident Command System 700 courses.  Because these are non-Coast Guard courses you'll need to forward the passing score Email to your Flotilla Commander for inclusion into your training record.
  
  
• The   "Introduction to Risk Management" Course (#100202) which will take about an hour or so is available from the from the Auxiliary Learning web site within the Auxiliary Operations Catalog.  The course will take about 1 1/2 hours to complete.  Upon completion Email a copy of the course completion certificate to your FSO-IS for entry into Auxdata -- the automatic link from the training site WILL NOT function for this information.

Within the first year you should be actively engaged in your chosen field(s) and mentoring up and coming Auxiliarists. By stepping up and educating the newer members you will hone your own skill set and further your knowledge of the AOR you are working in. You should also be aligning yourself as staff officer in a specific field or in some other way begin your specialization.

Need Help? -- Feel free to consult with your mentor, the FSO-MT, the FSO-HR, your Flotilla Vice Commander or even the Flotilla Commander if you need assistance.  Protocol says you should try your mentor first, the staff officers next, and then if all else fails the VFC or FC.

Information and links current as of 15 Sep 19