This course covers the rules and regulations for both temporary duty (TDY) travel and permanent change of station (PCS) travel in the Department of Defense (DoD). Regarding TDY travel, participants will learn the rules for travel authorizations, use of Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC), per diem, transportation and reimbursable allowances, contract (city-pair) discounted airfares, deductible meals, Government lodging and mess availability and non-availability, international travel, actual expense allowances for high cost areas, and more.
Regarding PCS travel, participants will learn the rules for PCS Service Agreements, travel authorizations, use of Government Travel Charge Card (CTCC), per diem and transportation allowances, international household goods movement, shipment of privately owned vehicles (POVs), residential transactions, miscellaneous expense allowance, relocation income tax allowance, and more.
This is the recommended order, but some courses may be taken in a different order.
Unit 1 3 Days
Learn the rules and regulations governing TDY travel for uniformed and civilian personnel in the Department of Defense. This course covers travel authorizations, per diem calculations, and resolving complex travel issues with hands-on exercises.
Unit 2 3 Days
Learn the essential rules and regulations for PCS travel under the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) for Department of Defense civilian employees. This course provides practical guidance on allowances, entitlements, and compliance for smooth relocations.
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