USAF Public Health, Aerospace Medicine, and Communication Mastery Exam:
Career Ladder Progression 4E031-4E000, PHA Core Values, CFETP/STSS Task
Proficiency, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) Technical
Application, Lecture & Briefing Delivery (Formal, Informal, Impromptu,
Prepared, Manuscript), Instructional Aids, Effective Verbal & Non-Verbal
Communication Principles, Listening & Barrier Management, ARSODEF Writing &
Drafting Fundamentals, Email/MFR/Official Memorandum/Staff Summary Sheet
Protocols, AFMS Mission & Organization, Operational Medicine & Functional
Flights, Public Health Programs (Community & Force Health Management),
Preventive Health, Disease Containment, Food Safety & Defense, Occupational
Health, Unit Effectiveness Inspection (UEI), Commander's Inspection Program
(CCIP), Strategic Planning, Leadership, Nuclear Surety Inspections
(NSI/INSI/NWTI), Data-Driven Decisions, and Air Force Nuclear & Expeditionary
Force Readiness Evaluation Exam Questions Verified and Provided with
Complete A+ Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
Career Ladder Progression
4E031 Apprentice
4E051 Journeyman
4E071 Craftsman
PHA Expectations (Core Values):
Integrity 1st, Service before self, Excellence in all we do, & Professionalism.
,Microsoft Word
Used primarily as a word processing application. It can be used to type papers, brochures,
resumes, and many other types of documents.
Power Point PPT
Slideshow software package commonly used to convey the key points of a presentation or
lecture using text, images, and multimedia.
Excel
To create, revise, and save data in a spreadsheet format.
Access
a database management system that allows you to store and provide the ability to manage large
amounts of data that is organized in the form of tables and the ability to pull reports on the
data.
3 Components of Slides:
title, text, and content (can also be a picture, movie, or table).
Font & size for PPT:
• Times New Roman works best
,• Font size - 30 to 40 for titles and 20 to 24 for main/sub-points
2 Types of Lectures/ Briefings:
1. Formal
Typically found with large groups and one sided. Minimal interaction from students or audience.
2. Informal
Used for small groups and encourages active student/instructor participation. This is the main
type used in Technical Training.
Delivery Formats (lectures/ briefings):
1. Impromptu
This is when we speak publicly without warning or with a few moments' notice. This method
requires the speaker to achieve the highest level in verbal communication.
2. Prepared
This is the most often used in military briefings. Prepared speaking refers to those times when
we have ample opportunity to prepare.
2. Manuscript
An oral presentation used in situations that requires word-for-word delivery.
Types of Instructional Aids:
1. Handwritten Aids: Chalkboard/dry erase
, 2. Electronic Presentations (PPT)
3. Transparencies
4. Video Clips
5. Handouts
How to prepare a PPT lecture:
Titles: 30-40
main/ subpoints: 20-24
contrasting colors
avoid distracting designs
images that relate
7X7 rule
graphics/ off center, to include sound & transition
How to Present a PPT/ lecture:
Rate- A measure, quantity, or frequency
Career Ladder Progression 4E031-4E000, PHA Core Values, CFETP/STSS Task
Proficiency, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) Technical
Application, Lecture & Briefing Delivery (Formal, Informal, Impromptu,
Prepared, Manuscript), Instructional Aids, Effective Verbal & Non-Verbal
Communication Principles, Listening & Barrier Management, ARSODEF Writing &
Drafting Fundamentals, Email/MFR/Official Memorandum/Staff Summary Sheet
Protocols, AFMS Mission & Organization, Operational Medicine & Functional
Flights, Public Health Programs (Community & Force Health Management),
Preventive Health, Disease Containment, Food Safety & Defense, Occupational
Health, Unit Effectiveness Inspection (UEI), Commander's Inspection Program
(CCIP), Strategic Planning, Leadership, Nuclear Surety Inspections
(NSI/INSI/NWTI), Data-Driven Decisions, and Air Force Nuclear & Expeditionary
Force Readiness Evaluation Exam Questions Verified and Provided with
Complete A+ Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
Career Ladder Progression
4E031 Apprentice
4E051 Journeyman
4E071 Craftsman
PHA Expectations (Core Values):
Integrity 1st, Service before self, Excellence in all we do, & Professionalism.
,Microsoft Word
Used primarily as a word processing application. It can be used to type papers, brochures,
resumes, and many other types of documents.
Power Point PPT
Slideshow software package commonly used to convey the key points of a presentation or
lecture using text, images, and multimedia.
Excel
To create, revise, and save data in a spreadsheet format.
Access
a database management system that allows you to store and provide the ability to manage large
amounts of data that is organized in the form of tables and the ability to pull reports on the
data.
3 Components of Slides:
title, text, and content (can also be a picture, movie, or table).
Font & size for PPT:
• Times New Roman works best
,• Font size - 30 to 40 for titles and 20 to 24 for main/sub-points
2 Types of Lectures/ Briefings:
1. Formal
Typically found with large groups and one sided. Minimal interaction from students or audience.
2. Informal
Used for small groups and encourages active student/instructor participation. This is the main
type used in Technical Training.
Delivery Formats (lectures/ briefings):
1. Impromptu
This is when we speak publicly without warning or with a few moments' notice. This method
requires the speaker to achieve the highest level in verbal communication.
2. Prepared
This is the most often used in military briefings. Prepared speaking refers to those times when
we have ample opportunity to prepare.
2. Manuscript
An oral presentation used in situations that requires word-for-word delivery.
Types of Instructional Aids:
1. Handwritten Aids: Chalkboard/dry erase
, 2. Electronic Presentations (PPT)
3. Transparencies
4. Video Clips
5. Handouts
How to prepare a PPT lecture:
Titles: 30-40
main/ subpoints: 20-24
contrasting colors
avoid distracting designs
images that relate
7X7 rule
graphics/ off center, to include sound & transition
How to Present a PPT/ lecture:
Rate- A measure, quantity, or frequency
