Travel Regulations for Defense Agencies, JTR Course (TDY and PCS) (Self-Paced)
IDFINC.P2SP

Self-paced online training with expert support 2 modules

Federal professionals can learn the rules and regulations for both temporary duty (TDY) travel and permanent change of station (PCS) travel in the Department of Defense (DoD).

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This course includes

  • Project-based training from experts
  • Answers from real instructors
  • Additional 1-on-1 mentoring outside of class
  • Proprietary workbooks included
  • Retake for free within 1 year
  • Verified digital certificate of completion
  • Learn at an accredited institution

This course is self-paced. For live online or in-person instruction, take Travel Regulations for Defense Agencies, JTR (TDY and PCS).

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.

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Courses in this Package

This is the recommended order, but some courses may be taken in a different order.

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Unit 1 18 Hours

Travel Regulations for Defense Agencies, JTR Course (TDY Only) (Self-Paced)

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.

  • Understanding and applying Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) for TDY travel.
  • Calculating per diem, reimbursable expenses, and allowances for domestic and international travel.
  • Managing travel authorizations, Government Travel Charge Cards (GTCC), and settlement vouchers.
  • Addressing special circumstances like mixed travel, deductible meals, and actual expense allowances.
  • Resolving complex travel problems and ensuring compliance with DoD policies.

Unit 2 18 Hours

Travel Regulations for Defense Agencies, JTR Course (PCS Only) (Self-Paced)

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.

  • Understand PCS travel authorizations, service agreements, and travel rules.
  • Calculate per diem, transportation allowances, and reimbursable expenses.
  • Learn about house-hunting trips, temporary quarters, subsistence expenses, and household goods movement.
  • Explore regulations for shipping and storing privately owned vehicles (POVs).
  • Address relocation income tax allowances and miscellaneous expense allowances.
  • Gain expertise in resolving complex travel-related issues for civilian employees.
  • Apply JTR requirements to ensure compliance and accurate reimbursements.

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