The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) is mandated by the Department of Defense (DoD) and provides information and training to ensure transitioning Soldiers, Department of the Army Civilians (DACs), retirees, veterans, Soldiers’ Family members, and caregivers are prepared for their next step in life when leaving the Army-whether pursuing additional education, finding a job in the public or private sector, or starting their own business. The Transition Assistance Program helps assist eligible personnel make informed decisions through benefits counseling, career preparation, and employment assistance to provide a successful transition.
Participation in TAP:
- Must Register and complete the Enterprise Individualized Self-Assessment at https://armytap.appsplatformportals.us. Upon completion, contact the TAP office to get scheduled for Individualized Initial Counseling (IIC).
- Initial and Pre-Separation Counseling should be completed 366 (or more) days prior to separation date.
- Retirees-eligible are allowed to, but those with Mandatory Retirement Date must start 24 months prior to Anticipated or Mandatory Retirement Date.
- Chapters, REFRAD and Soldiers in IDES Process, Commanders must ensure Soldiers begin TAP immediately or at the earliest opportunity.
- Soldiers deploying, who will have less than 12 months upon redeployment, must start the program before deployment.
- Retirees, to include medically retired, may participate in TAP for life.
- Veterans, Soldiers who did not retire, with 180 days or more of active service may participate in TAP, if there is space available.
TAP Registration link
https://armytap.appsplatformportals.us