• AFTB is about mission and Family readiness.

• AFTB is helping empower Army Families through personal and Family preparedness, which enhances overall Army readiness.

• AFTB helps Families adapt to Army life by providing information about the resources available to Soldiers and Army Family members.

Learn…Grow…Lead

Level I – “Learn” Army
Transitioning from the civilian community to the Army is an important step and we all enter this Army life with some concerns:

• Can I adjust to the new environment?

• How will my life change and how will I adjust?

• Will I meet others who feel like I do?

• What are my benefits?

• Where can I find the resources and services that I need?

Living within the Army culture can be as challenging as it is rewarding.  AFTB will help you learn how to translate the military lingo, develop realistic expectations, learn about your benefits, and access the services available to you as a member of the Army Family.

Feeling comfortable in your military environment empowers you and enables you to accomplish personal goals.  Learning about the Army leads to that level of comfort.

AFTB can help you “Learn” Army…meet others who know exactly how you feel…and help find your comfort zone…but…YOU have to take the first step!

Level I Classes:
1.1 Expectations and Impact of the Mission on Family Life
1.2 Military Acronyms and Terms
1.3 The Chain of Command                                     
1.4 Introduction to Military Customs and Courtesies
1.5 Basic Military Benefits and Entitlements
1.6 Introduction to Military and Civilian Community Resources

Level II Classes:
2.1 Communication
2.2 Personal Time Management
2.3 Stress Management
2.4 Acknowledging Change
2.5 Exploring Personality Traits
2.6 Enhancing Personal Relationships
2.7 Team Dynamics
2.8 Personal Conflict Management
2.9 Creative Problem Solving
2.10 Traditions, Customs, Courtesies and Protocol
2.11 Crisis, Coping and Grieving
2.12 The Volunteer Experience

Level III – “Lead” Others
Did you know that you lead others every day without even being aware of it?  Have you ever wondered how to:

• Develop the positive attributes you see in people you admire
• Effectively lead a FRG and motivate project teams
• Find out what makes you “tick” and operate the way you do
• Identify your strengths and areas needing improvement
• Share your experiences
• Continue to grow professionally

Serving as a leader or mentor to others and stepping into leadership positions is an art that AFTB can help you master.

AFTB will help you “Lead” others and become a self-confident leader who possesses the attributes and traits that others admire and will provide you with an opportunity to give back to your community as a leader, a volunteer, a coach, and a mentor…but...YOU have to get involved.

Level III Classes:
3.1 Communication Skills for Leaders
3.2 Understanding Needs
3.3 Leadership Styles
3.4 Building Cohesive Teams
3.5 Managing Group Conflict
3.6 Leader Assisted Problem Solving
3.7 Delegation for Leaders
3.8 Meeting Management
3.9 Coaching and Mentoring
3.10 Family Readiness Group Leadership

Ways to be involved in the AFTB Program…

AFTB Student—Attend AFTB classes and learn about the Army, yourself, and others.  Taking   AFTB classes is the first step in becoming part of the program.

AFTB Instructor—Learn to be an effective instructor and put your skills to work immediately    teaching AFTB classes in your local community and promoting AFTB training to others.

AFTB Master Trainer—Enhance your marketable skills and become a Department of the Army           (DA) certified Master Trainer and support the implementation of your local AFTB program, FRG training, Operation Ready Training, and other unit training requirements.

AFTB Core Instructor—As a DA certified Master Trainer, learn additional skills and     techniques as you teach a variety of classes for the Department of the Army AFTB program, develop AFTB curriculum, and serve on a variety of AFTB committees and workgroups.

Army Family Team Building:

• Strengthens the “partnership” between the Army and members of the Army Family:  Active Duty Army, Army National Guard, and Army Reserve.
• Helps you feel comfortable in “your” Army environment.
• Opens the door to personal and professional growth, empowerment, knowledge, and marketable skills.
• Provides opportunities for “you” to give back to your community.
• Is supported by dedicated volunteers.

Check the Fort Monroe ACS Training Calendar for dates and times of training.

The Fort Monroe Army Family Team Building (AFTB) Program is located at the Soldier and Family Support Center, 96 Stillwell Road, Bldg #206 Fort Monroe, VA 23651

-Comm:  (757) 788-2758/3878 -DSN:  680-2758/3878

Helpful Links:

  Army Family Team Building