DCL103: STEP & NCOPDS Program
Components (Scenario Q&A) Rated A+
Which PME courses? ✔✔DLC I, then Basic Leader Course
How familiar are you with the STEP concept? ✔✔It stands for Select, Train, Educate, Promote.
Let's get more specific. The S part of STEP: what does it take into account? ✔✔Mastery of
skills, knowledge, and attributes for your current grade.
How about the T part? What does the Army hope you'll gain through training? ✔✔Tactical and
technical competence.
How about the E part? Why do you have to go through certain educational courses in order to be
promoted? ✔✔To better prepare for complexities for today's operational environment.
And lastly, P for Promotion. What are some of the competencies the Army looks for in Soldiers
they want to promote? ✔✔Adaptability, team building, lifelong learning.
